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NY native seeks third straight gold medal in wheelchair basketball
NEW YORK (PIX11) – A month after the Olympic Games in Paris are the Paralympic Games. Westbury native Steve Serio is looking to defend the gold again. Serio is headed to the Paralympics for a fifth time with the U.S. men’s wheelchair basketball team and is going for an unprecedented three-peat. Watch the video player […]
Great American Media to Create Nation's Largest Experiential Christmas Festival with UBS Arena & the New York Islanders and CandyRock Entertainment
Great American Media, home to a portfolio of family-friendly media brands, announced its plans to create what is anticipated to be the largest and most immersive Christmas experience in the country in partnership with UBS Arena & New York Islanders and CandyRock Entertainment. Great American Family Christmas Festival at The Northwell Park at UBS Arena, New York, officially opens its doors daily beginning November 20- January 5.
Senior Citizen Softball Players Dedicate Annual Bristal All-Star Game in Commemoration of the 55th Anniversary of 1969 World Series
The Bristal All-Stars, softball players in their 80’s and 90’s who play two doubleheaders a week in the New York Senior Softball Association (NYSSA) held their annual All-Star game at Cangtiague Park in Hicksville. The players who range in age from 80 to 93, and reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens commemorated the 55h anniversary of the 1969 World Series between the New York Mets and the Baltimore Orioles.
NY Giants legend sends message to Mets president, owner
New York Giants legend and current football analyst Tiki Barber never played baseball at the highest level but knows a thing or two about how members of a roster can turn on each other and on higher-ups within an organization.During Friday's edition of the WFAN afternoon show (that simulcasts on the television home of the New York Mets), Barber warned Mets owner Steve Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns regarding how they should approach the July 30 MLB trade deadline with the club in possession of a National League wild-card playoff spot."Right now, momentum is to acquire," Barber...
Major Upgrades Complete at Oyster Bay Golf Course
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board today announced the completion of a $5 million upgrade at the Hon. Joseph Colby Golf Course in Woodbury. Improvements include new tee boxes on all 18 holes along with a new irrigation system for the entire course. “We’re delivering a...
CN citizen Carson Benge selected in first round of MLB draft by New York Mets
STILLWATER – Cherokee Nation citizen and Oklahoma State Cowboy Carson Benge saw his dream come true when the New York Mets selected him with the 19th pick in the first round of the Major League Baseball draft. The redshirt sophomore was a two-way star for the Cowboys in 2024....
MASOTTO-DRISCOLL SCHOLARSHIP: Plainview, N.Y.’s Graf is honored
Samantha Graf will play goalkeeper at Marist College. (Photo courtesy of ENYYSA) Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association has announced that Plainview, N.Y. resident Samantha Graf will receive the Masotto-Driscoll Scholarship. At Plainview/Old Bethpage High School, Graf was involved in student government for four years and was senior class president....
2024 Mets Draft profile: R.J. Gordon
RJ Gordon is the son of Jason Gordon, a professional golfer. He attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California, in his first three years of high school before transferring to West Ranch High School in Stevenson Ranch, California, in his senior year. He lettered twice at Notre Dame and in his one year at West Ranch. His senior year got cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but he had a junior season, helping lead Notre Dame to a Mission League championship and a berth in the 2019 CIF Southern Division 1 Tournament by hitting .298//.459/.385 with two doubles, one home run, and three stolen bases.
Men's Lacrosse Announces Fall Schedule; Championship Ring Ceremony Set for Sep. 27
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. | The Farmingdale State men's lacrosse team has announced their fall 2024 schedule highlighted by a Night of Champions Fundraiser & Ring Ceremony on September 27th. Players must be fully cleared and have their own equipment for the first practice. They should each bring a water bottle labeled...
South Baldwin Newcomers Ladies Club celebrates 30 Years
South Baldwin Newcomers Ladies Club celebrates 30 Years. The South Baldwin Newcomers Ladies Club (SBNC) will host a Basket Bash “FUN”raiser on Aug 6 as part of its 30th anniversary celebration. SBNC will raffle off 32 baskets containing lots of goodies like four rounds of golf (Peninsula Golf Club), three nights at Sugar Beach Condos, and gift cards to Big Mike’s, GT’s, Jesse’s, Local & Company, Villagios, Cobalt, Sunliner Diner and other restaurants. Proceeds will go to SBNC’s student scholarships & charities. SBNC has raised $41K for charities & scholarships just during the last two years.
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/19/24: Rudick rocks one
SYRACUSE 13, ROCHESTER 2 (BOX) A nine-run 5th inning propelled Syracuse to an easy win over the Rochester Red Wings in their first game out of the break. Both Rhylan Thomas and Luke Ritter had three-hit days, Carlos Cortes went deep, and Brett Baty walked three times (a potentially encouraging sign as he works through approach issues). Meanwhile, Tylor Megill struck out seven, though he did also walk four.
Brooklyn to host ALS Awareness Night
Mets' High-A affiliate hopes to shed light on still incurable illness. More than 85 years have passed since Lou Gehrig issued his famous farewell speech to baseball. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, or ALS and perhaps more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, continues to mystify medical experts. The Mayo Clinic defines it as “a nervous system disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. … Eventually ALS affects control of the muscles needed to move, speak, eat and breathe.”
END OF THE LINE: Rough Riders eliminated from USL League Two playoffs
OCEAN CITY, N.J. – Forward Jacob Labovitz recorded a hat-trick to pace Vermont Green FC to a 3-1 victory past the Long Island Rough Riders in the first round of the USL League Two playoffs at Carey Stadium on Friday night. It was the second defeat the Rough Riders...
Manchester Baseball Field: To Renovate or Not to Renovate
The Mamaroneck High School (MHS) varsity baseball team, a consistent powerhouse in Section 1, is a force to be reckoned with. Under the guidance of Coach Michael Chiaparelli, Coach Donald Novak, Coach Ryan Preusse, and Coach Joe Glaser, the team has consistently produced skilled and tightly-knit rosters. The leadership and high-level coaching have propelled various Tigers teams to contend for section titles and regional championships, showcasing the success of the baseball program at Mamaroneck.
St. John’s Head Coach Rick Pitino to Appear on Bleacher Report Live
QUEENS, N.Y. – St. John's Hall of Fame Head Coach Rick Pitino will make a guest appearance on Bleacher Report with national college basketball analyst Seth Davis for a live interview today at 1 p.m. Fans can watch the conversation on Bleacher Report's website by clicking here. Pitino led...
Town of Hempstead unveils adaptive pickleball court in Wantagh
The Town of Hempstead unveiled a new pickleball court in Forest City Park, in Wantagh, but what’s unique about this court is that it was built with the disabled community in mind. The court was unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the park on July 11, when Town Supervisor...
Bike challenge aids children’s charities
Eddie Giron last rode the Nassau County Bicycle Challenge, which winds through Sea Cliff, Glen Cove, Bayville, Oyster Bay, Glen Head, and Locust Valley, in 2015. He was new to cycling and nervous. “It was nerve-racking because I had never ridden before, but it was great, aside from the giant...
HAFTR Hillel Day Camp hosts Mets players for summer fun
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns hits it out of the park with events for summer campers. HAFTR’s Hillel Day Camp connected aspiring athletes with current New York Mets in Lawrence on July 12. Right fielder DJ Stewart and third baseman Mark Vientos, joined second- and third- graders at...
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