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Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
A whopping 35 athletes from Pennsylvania have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. California is the state with the most Olympic qualifiers (138), followed by Florida (46), then Texas (42). The Olympics Opening Ceremony is...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
Jalen Hurts Donates $200K To Philadelphia Schools For Air Conditioning Units
“Philadelphia has given me so much, and I'm excited to give back to the community in a way that supports our future leaders." Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts recently donated $200,000 to schools in Philadelphia to equip them with air conditioning units, according to NBC Philadelphia. The money will be...
Levittown’s Kennedi Dobson swimming toward bright future
Kennedi Dobson is excited for her future. And the Levittown resident has every right to feel that way. Dobson, entering her senior year at Neshaminy, just competed at the U.S. Olympic Swim Team Trials in Indianapolis, June 15-23, where she was 18th in the 400-meter freestyle (4:11.74), 22nd in the 200 individual medley (2:15.76) and 28th in the 200 freestyle (200.21).
LIVESTREAM: Watch a Discussion About Jockeys’ Mental Health at Parx Racing
Jessica Paquette sits down with several jockeys based at Parx Racing in Bensalem, Pa. Tune into the video above or below at 11 a.m. ET on July 27 for a candid discussion on the topic of mental health and how it relates to the lives of professional jockeys. You'll hear personal stories and a range of ideas on how to make the sport better for its athletes.
Howard Eskin to return to SportsRadio 94WIP for first time since allegations of his 'unwelcome kiss' surfaced
Howard Eskin will return to SportsRadio 94WIP on Saturday morning for the first time since allegations surfaced that he made an unwanted advance on an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park, an Audacy official said. Eskin hasn't been on the air for his 8 to 10 a.m. show on Saturdays since late June.
Hundreds take to streets in cycling protest for increased safety
CENTER CITY - Hundreds of cyclists gathered for a protest ride following the death of a CHOP oncology doctor who was fatally struck in a bike lane in Philadelphia. "Tonight, we meet to be seen, to be heard, to demand an end to traffic deaths in Philadelphia," said Jessie Amadio, Vice Chair of Philly Bike Action.
Burlington County Sending Two Athletes to 2024 Paris Olympic Games
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Burlington County residents have a chance to cheer on two hometown athletes when the 2024 Paris Olympic Games opens this week. Curtis Thompson of Florence will be competing in the javelin and Paxten Aaronson of Medford will be competing in soccer for Team USA.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The 2024 Games will be Thompson's second Olympics, as he represented the United States in Tokyo in 2021, where he placed 22nd. He qualified for this year's Olympics by winning the men's javelin throw finals at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials...
Big Blue Swim School opening in Warminster
Big Blue Swim School, one of the nation’s fastest-growing swim school franchises, announces the opening of its newest location in Warminster, on Monday, July 29, at 804 W. Street Road, in the shopping center at Center Point Place. Big Blue Warminster will host a Big Blue Family Fun Day...
Fast youngsters featured at Philadelphia
Chester, PA — Ifthasritthatsrong and Goliath Hanover were both very impressive in winning the $12,000 pacing features Wednesday afternoon (July 24) at Harrah’s Philadelphia. Ifthasritthatsrong may not know how to spell, but he certainly can pace, as the Scioto invader made two speed moves for driver Simon Allard...
New Jerseyan who starred as wrestler at Rutgers serves as Puerto Rico flag-bearer at Olympics
Former Rutgers wrestling star and Toms River native Sebastian Rivera carried out a huge honor Friday as Puerto Rico’s flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. The ceremony took place on the iconic Seine River with each country floating along the route on boats. ...
These 23 New Jersey Athletes Are At The Paris Olympic Games: Here's When To Watch
And, in case you missed it, several of Garden State's fittest and most athletic residents are there (scroll for their names, sports, and hometowns). A total of 23 athletes from New Jersey have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold. Events kicked off Friday, July 26. Click here for a complete schedule of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Reggie Jackson’s Childhood Wyncote Home to be Demolished
Reggie Jackson's childhood home in Wyncote is coming down to build a parking lot. Reggie Jackson’s childhood home at 149 Greenwood Avenue in Wyncote is facing demolition, writes Michael Tanennbaum for Philly Voice. His father, Martinez Jackson, ran a tailor shop there on the first floor in the 1950s...
Celebrate the 2024 Summer Olympics in Philly with these specials
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are beginning on July 26 and if you are planning to stay in Philly and watch the events, plenty of businesses in Philadelphia are getting into the Olympics spirit with special food and drinks. Olympics Food and Drink Specials: Panorama14 N. Front Street Panorama Wine Bar located inside the […]
Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee inspires Philly business leaders ahead of Paris Games
On the eve of the 2024 Paris Olympics, a legend of the Games was in Philly to help inspire local businesses. Jackie Joyner-Kersee — who won three Olympic gold, one silver and three bronze medals during her illustrious career — joined members of BCA Philadelphia at the Kimmel Center to regale them with tales of her upbringing, as well as the adversities she faced and overcame to reach the pinnacle of track and field.
A love letter to Danny: Rumph Classic transcends the hardwood
Before he stepped foot on The Liacouras Center floor, Temple Basketball legend Khalif Wyatt spent his summer days at the now-named Danny Rumph Recreation Center to watch the Danny Rumph Classic. The Norristown, Pennsylvania, native watched the Pro-am basketball that featured the best hoopers in the City of Brotherly Love.
Summer Olympics fashion with August Moon Boutique
The 2024 Summer Olympics kicks off on Friday, July 26th, and while there is a lot of talk surrounding the action and athleticism, we wanted to dive deeper into the fashion. Local, August Moon Boutique owner, Kristina Gaglianese joins us in the PHL17 studio to talk about her Olympics collection. “For the Olympics I guess […]
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