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Waterville Artist Creates Acorn Olympics
WATERVILLE, N.Y. -- Waterville artist, photographer and author Jody Hildreth has been creating acorn art for nearly four years. It started out as something to do during the pandemic and has snowballed into six published children’s books and three self-published books. Hildreth’s characters are now competing for gold in...
Holes-in-one for Central New York golfers (as of July 26)
Here’s a list of holes-in-ones through July 26 and other accomplishments by Central New York golfers:. Adam Lorraine, July 26, on the 145-yard No. 4 hole at Green Lakes using a 6-iron. Witnessed by Ryan Grogan and Steve Hughson. Peter O’Connor, July 25, on the 170-yard No. 10 hole...
Pink Chou Chou wins Vernon NYSS; MacDonald wins five
Vernon, NY — Pink Chou Chou and driver Todd McCarthy captured the $108,200 New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old trotting fillies on Friday (July 26) at Vernon Downs. Pink Chou Chou ($3.90) went to the lead and was first to the quarter in :29. As they reached the backstretch, Royal Mission (Scott Zeron) took over the lead and controlled the half in :58.3 and three-quarters in 1:27.2. As they reached the stretch, Pink Chou Chou popped out of the two-hole and challenged for the lead. Pink Chou Chou wore down Royal Mission to get her first career victory in 1:56.0. My Debt Collector (Mark MacDonald) finished third.
All-CNY guard follows prep school path taken by other Section III stars who played at DI level
Utica, N.Y. — From a very young age, Doneilous “DJ” King Jr. and his family had big plans for his basketball future. The next step of that plan came to fruition when the former Utica Academy of Science guard announced his decision to forgo his senior year in his hometown and head to Vermont Academy for prep school.
40 Central New York high school athletic departments earn state academic honors
Syracuse, N.Y. — The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced this past year’s highest academic honors on Friday and Section III was well represented. In total, 40 athletic departments from the section were honored as either a school of distinction or a school of...
Do You Know These 4 Upstate New York Baseball Stars? You Should!
There are many legendary baseball players who are buried in the Empire State. Most of these are buried in New York City, Westchester County, or Long Island. I once wrote a book about famous people buried in New York, and traveled to the graves of most of these player. It was quite a revealing journey. For example, perhaps the most visited sports grave in America is that of Babe Ruth. He is buried in Hawthorne, NY (Westchester County) in Gate of Heaven cemetery. Ruth's grave is quite imposing depicting a large statue of Jesus Christ with his arms around two small boys dressed up to play baseball. I have been to Ruth's grave twice. Each time I found the grave covered with trinkets, good luck charms, baseballs, bats and balls, Yankee memorabilia, personal messages, and more. All of which is gathered up and archived by the cemetery. His grave shows signs of having been visited frequently by fans.
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: Stephen Grippo’s dynamic pitching vaults South Shore into title game (photos)
Stephen Grippo has certainly had his share of success on the mound donning a South Shore uniform dating back to his time as a 10-year-old, but there was something different — for the better — on Friday. A bit more snarl. If you purchase a product or register...
Pennington’s Head Coaching Pipeline
HAMILTON – Head men's and women's tennis coach Bobby Pennington has a stellar reputation for mentoring some of the finest student-athletes in the Patriot League. But in Pennington's 18 seasons at the helm in Hamilton Colgate has also been a hotbed for up-and-coming coaches, ushering eight former assistants into head coaching positions.
Three Raiders Named All-America Scholars
HAMILTON – Three members of the Colgate golf team were named All-America Scholars by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) on Thursday. This year's Raider honorees on the prestigious list included Justin Fedele, Robbie Herzig, and Kevin Hollomon. To be eligible for Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar nomination, an...
Let’s Talk About Grand Master Cliff Crandall’s Big Wins
I'm sure by now you've heard that Grandmaster Cliff Crandall took 1st place in his division for the OCB NYS body building competition in Syracuse at the end of last year. He was the oldest competitor in the history of the event for the State Pro/Amateur qualifiers held in Syracuse.
Live and Local Stock Car Racing Set for July 26 at Utica-Rome Speedway
VERNON, NY – The 2024 season at Utica-Rome Speedway resumes this Friday, July 26 for a return to weekly racing action. Charles Tibbitts Masonry and Stretch’s Lawncare & Landscaping present the full card of racing this coming Friday. The 3 Bastards Brewing Modifieds headline the final Friday of...
2024 Olympics: Which states have the most U.S. Olympians? Where does New York rank?
The United States will have 592 athletes competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. It’s probably not a surprise that California, the most populated state in the country, leads the way. More than 20 percent of the U.S. team is made up of athletes who call The Golden State their home.
New Hartford Little League all-stars make it to state tournament for second year in a row
The New Hartford Little League all-star team for ages 8-10 advanced to the state tournament for the second year in a row, but suffered its second loss in the double-elimination tourney Wednesday. The team won the District 10 championship over Utica. They then participated in a sectional tournament which included...
NYSS freshman trotters invade Vernon on Friday
Vernon, NY — Vernon Downs plays host to a $108,200 leg of the New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old trotting fillies on Friday (July 26). Chapvious (Jason Bartlett) leads a strong field of eight as the 5-2 morning line favorite. The Devious Man-Chaperess filly is trained by George Ducharme. She has two wins in three starts including NYSS wins at Yonkers and Buffalo.
Southeast Michigan native Freddie Crittenden to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Freddie Crittenden was once the best hurdler in the state of Michigan when he was in high school in Utica. Now, he’s one of the best in the world. Crittenden will compete in the 110-meter hurdles in Paris. It’s not the only major life event he’s facing. The five-time all-American and his wife are expecting their first child.
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