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Norwich Free Academy wins ECC softball championship
Ever since she was a wide-eyed Little Leaguer, Madison Waltke has dreamed of hitting a big home run in a championship game. She got her wish. Powered by Waltke’s a two-run homer, a terrific performance in the circle from Hailey Smith, and another fine defensive performance anchored by shortstop Melina Graziano, Norwich Free Academy captured the Eastern Connecticut Conference softball tournament championship with a 7-3 victory over East Lyme on Thursday night at Griswold High School. ...
2024 Atlantic Cup Returns to Newport on Tuesday, May 28th
The 2024 Atlantic Cup is set to make an exciting return to Newport on Tuesday, May 28th. After a fierce battle that began in Charleston, S.C., the first finishers are expected to arrive in the early morning hours off Fort Adams, between 6 a.m. and 12 p.m. Upon their arrival, the boats will be docked at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, offering media opportunities until the second leg of the race restarts on June 1st.
Here's how Cranston East baseball secured a top 4 seed heading into the playoffs
CRANSTON — We could see this Wednesday afternoon matchup again soon, but Cranston East will enjoy a little extra rest. North Kingstown will open the Division I baseball playoffs battling to keep its 2024 season alive. The Thunderbolts will have the luxury of a cushion — time and a second potential defeat — when they take the field Tuesday. ...
Here's how NK's Will Creed kept the Skippers on track in the RIIL baseball playoffs
NORTH KINGSTOWN — Will Creed has pitched in enough baseball games to know how a big moment feels. His came in the top of the third inning on a perfect Saturday afternoon at Lischio Field. Smithfield was threatening to make it hard work for the left-hander after North Kingstown staked him to an early lead in this Division I preliminary game. ...
Rhode Island FC president Brett Luy departs after just 18 months with the club
Just two months into its inaugural season, Rhode Island FC has undergone major changes. Brett Luy, the club’s president, has taken a new role as special adviser with the team's parent company, Fortuitous Partners, and will not be involved in the day-to-day activities of the soccer team, a statement on Thursday morning from Fortuitous Partners said. ...
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