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Black Surfing Rockaway makes all feel welcome on the waves
NEW YORK -- Queens resident Lou Harris is on a mission to make the sport of surfing more inclusive.Founded in 2016, his program Black Surfing Rockaway helps young people of all backgrounds conquer waves, build community, and embrace the beach in their own backyard.He told CBS New York he didn't know many surfers who looked like him back when he was first learning. He wants to change that. Thanks to sponsorships and donations, lessons, boards, and equipment come at no cost."It's for any kid who wants to learn how to surf," he said. "I do it for free. I don't...
Bon chance, Paris — New York City should never host the Olympics
When the Olympic Games kick off Friday, I’ll be overcome by a powerful wave of emotions. I’ll be filled with pride for our 592 Team USA athletes, including Simone Biles and Katie Ledecky, who are brilliantly representing our country in Paris, France. I’ll be giddy about obsessing over weird sports such as dressage and synchronized swimming that only get their moment in the sun every four years. Most of all though, I will heave a huge sigh of relief. Because the Olympics are, yet again, not taking place here in New York City. No FOMO for me! What the chipper, wall-to-wall TV coverage does not...
2024 Mets Draft profile: Owen Woodward
A multi-sport star who lettered in football, basketball, golf, track, and baseball while attending Breckenridge High School in Breckenridge, Texas, Owen Woodward was named District 7-3A Newcomer of the Year in his freshman year, was a All-District and Texas Sportswriters Association All-State selection in his junior year, and while his time on the diamond was abbreviated in his senior year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, he was named to the All-District 3-3A First Team Offense and the All-District 3-3A First Team Defense due to his outstanding play as a football quarterback and outside linebacker and was named to the All-District 7-3A Second Team in basketball as well. The right-hander went undrafted after graduating and attended Lubbock Christian University.
ESPN's Computer Model Predicts Worst Team In Every Conference
The 2024 college football regular season is right around the corner. With a little more than a month to go before Week 1, it's worth taking a look at ESPN's computer model rankings, the Football Power Index. Who will be the worst teams in every major conference? Here are the picks, ...
Mt. Zion Prep Guard Jerome Williams Nets Third D-1 Basketball Offer from Hofstra
Class of 2025 Mt. Zion Prep (Md.) guard Jerome Williams, Jr. has received an offer from Division I Hofstra University Pride Men’s basketball offer, today sports media outlets wrote via X. It is Williams’ first D-1 offer. The 6-foot Minneapolis, Minn., native also holds offers from D-II Augustana...
Clover Stadium Hosts NYPD vs. FDNY Baseball Game, Features 9/11 Tribute Exhibit
Clover Stadium was the scene of an exciting NYPD vs. FDNY baseball game yesterday, where Ramapo Police Officers were on hand to manage traffic and ensure a smooth experience for all attendees. In addition to the thrilling game, attendees had the unique opportunity to visit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s...
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.
Joseph Giamanco Named Men’s Golf Team Captain
Hempstead, NY – Hofstra University Head Men’s Golf Coach Joe Elliott announced today that senior Joseph Giamanco has been named the Pride’s team captain for the 2024-25 season. “For the past three years, I have never come across a harder working student-athlete than Joseph,” commented Elliott. “Aside from his accomplishments on the course, Joseph is a real student of the game and always willing to work on all facets of the game. It is without hesitation that I am proud to name Joseph Giamanco our team captain. Giamanco, a Middletown, New Jersey native, has played 75 rounds in 30 events…
Oyster Bay Announces New Pickleball Courts Open at Tappen Beach in Sea Cliff
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Town Clerk Richard LaMarca and Tax Receiver Jeffrey Pravato announce that new pickleball courts are now open for play at Harry Tappen Beach in Sea Cliff. Due to popular demand, the Town constructed new pickleball courts for local residents. “Pickleball is a fun sport...
GNYADA holds charity golf outing to support education
NEW YORK (PIX11) – The Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association is holding a charity golf outing on Monday to support education. It’s being held at the Old Westbury Golf and Country Club on Long Island. PIX11’s Marc Malusis and Nelson Figueroa have the story. Watch the video player for more on this story.
Men’s Hockey Strengthens Roster with 15 Incoming Student-Athletes
By: Ryan Lynch & Phillip Bausk EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — The LIU men's hockey team strengthens its veteran-filled roster with the addition of 15 incoming student-athletes for the upcoming 2024-25 season, including two standout local talents. One of those incoming 15 are Nick Bernardo, a local product from Hauppauge, N.Y., was previously with the North American Hockey League's (NAHL) Maine Nordiques. Bernardo scored 32 points in 57 games during the 2023-24 campaign and showcased his standout defensive abilities throughout the season. Luca Leighton, another local product from Old Brookville, N.Y., had standout performances in the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC)...
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/22/24: Baro can’t do it himself
SYRACUSE 4, ROCHESTER 3 (BOX) Syracuse was down early, took the lead, lost it late, then got it right back en route to a 1-run win over Rochester. Matt O’Neill’s first Triple-A home run in the eighth proved to be the game winner, while Rhylan Thomas tallied three hits from the top of the lineup.
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...
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....
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