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Delco softball team heading to World Series for the first-time ever: "We're going to win it all"
NORWOOD, Pa. (CBS) -- A girls' softball team in Delaware County is headed to the Babe Ruth League World Series in Alabama. The Interboro Bucs 10U district team is on a historic championship run. Earlier this month, the team won the Babe Ruth Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship.The girls beat out the competition in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and New York to stamp their ticket to the Babe Ruth League World Series in Florence, Alabama.It's a "dream" for the girls heading to Alabama, but it didn't even exist two months ago. "From two months getting together, we formed this team, we worked hard, gained...
Nation’s first Black-owned swim club, based in Delco, continues to help young swimmers get their feet wet
Nile Swim Club in Delaware County, the country’s first Black-owned swim club, is continuing to help the next generation of swimmers make waves thanks to a donation from water utility company Aqua.
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 67: Milan Jernigan, Upper Darby HS
Coaches comment: Milan is currently one of the most electrifying players on our team. He has the ability to make big plays when necessary, and his drive to compete and win sets him apart, making him one of the most exciting players in our league. I look forward to seeing him continue his success from last year and have an even more productive season.
Malvern man to lead 80 Alcatraz swimmers for 20th annual hydrocephalus research fundraiser
On Aug. 10, Malvern resident Peter Finlayson will lead a group of 80 swimmers for the two-mile swim from Alcatraz Island to San Francisco, braving the strong currents, cold water and sea lions for the 20th time. These 80 swimmers are taking the plunge for Team Hydro’s 20th annual Alcatraz...
Casey Schaum is a Pillar of the Skateboarding Community in Chester County
Casey Schaum is a passionate skateboarder who grew up in West Chester, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. Coached by his father, Andy Schaum, he was a West Side Little League All-Star until he was 12, always wanting to be involved in team sports. He graduated from Penn State in 2017 with a degree in recreation, parks, and tourism management. However, his true passion lay in skateboarding.
Collegeville’s Lucy Olsen to Replace Caitlin Clark as Iowa’s Point Guard
After three seasons at Villanova, Collegeville native and Spring-Ford grad Lucy Olsen will replace Caitlin Clark as Iowa’s point guard. After three stellar seasons at Villanova, Collegeville native and Spring-Ford High School graduate Lucy Olsen will replace Caitlin Clark as University of Iowa’s point guard, writes Scott Dochterman for The Athletic.
Philly sports teams unite in eye-opening initiative for young girls in sports
PHILADELPHIA - Subaru Park in Chester, the home of the Philadelphia Union, was all about the young ladies Monday afternoon. Six major sports teams in the area, the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies, allowed girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills in several sports from basketball to hockey.
Kensington news: Free soccer lessons, Hagert Playground movie night, KCR Fund healing retreat, Summer Fun at Hissey, + "The Odyssey of 01" story time
Good morning, neighbors. Here’s your weekly roundup. As always, if you know of an event or resource you’d like us to include in future newsletters, email us at editors@kensingtonvoice.com. Monthly Community Meetings. Friends of McPherson. When: Every first Tuesday from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Where: McPherson Square...
Conestoga Swim Club falls to Springfield but sets new relay record
In its final dual meet of the season Conestoga Swim Club lost to Springfield Swim Club, 203-273, July 20 but had five triple winners and set a new 200 meter freestyle relay record. The 14u boys relay team of Ben Roeltgen, Jace Barber, Liam Jones and Nick Roeltgen swam the...
Cam Miles talks about his Temple offer
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Diamond gems: Presenting 2024 All-Main Line softball teams
The 2024 Main Line high school softball scene featured some championship teams, led by undefeated Episcopal Academy (20-0, Inter-Ac champions), Haverford High (18-2, Central League champions) and Friends’ Central (12-2, undefeated Friends Schools League champions). The All-Main Line high school softball teams are selected by the coaches. Because Main...
These Main Line Region Locals Will Compete in the Paris Olympics
The opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics begins Friday at 1:30 p.m. For the following two weeks, we’ll all be glued to our TVs waiting for Team USA to bring home the gold. More than ever, we’ll have our eyes on several standout athletes who have called Philadelphia’s western suburbs home.
Maximus Miki strong again, winning Philly feature
Chester, PA — The Always B Miki gelding Maximus Miki was ready for a maximum performance despite being away 22 days, winning the $14,000 fast-class handicap pace at Harrah’s Philadelphia Sunday afternoon (July 21) in 1:50.1. Corey Callahan got away third with “Miki” as South Beach Star (Simon...
Philadelphia children set a goal for soccer skills with Athletic Club of Fairhill
The "Futbol is Life" skills camp was held at The Shipley School, setting a goal for Philadelphia children.The Athletic Club of Fairhill hopes to introduce soccer to children who may want to pursue it in their future educational journey."We want to provide academic opportunities to kids in our neighborhood through a sport like soccer...'Futbol is Life' is our annual soccer camp. The idea was to get kids from North Philly into a place that they may have never been to," said President of AC Fairhill, Dominique Landry.The event is hosted at various schools such as The Shipley School, to showcase an institution kids could strive to attend.For more information, check out the video above.Also, check out their website.
Glaser Arena Opener, Visit to North Carolina Headline Men’s Basketball Non-Conference Schedule
PHILADELPHIA — The La Salle men's basketball team and third-year head coach Fran Dunphy have announced the non-conference schedule for the 2024-25 season. The 13-game schedule features six home games at the new John Glaser Arena at TruMark Financial Center. The Explorers open the arena with three straight home games, beginning with American University on Monday, Nov. 4. The squad will follow the opener with Homecoming vs. Lafayette on Saturday, Nov. 9. Lafayette and La Salle have met 48 times, the Leopards are La Salle's most played opponent outside of the Atlantic-10 and Big 5. The home stand will conclude...
Women’s Soccer Release 2024 Schedule
Women's Soccer Release 2024 Schedule PHILADELPHIA – The Thomas Jefferson University women's soccer team is scheduled for 17 contests this fall, as announced this afternoon. KEY DATES Sept. 5 th vs New Haven – season opener Sept. 14 th vs St. Thomas Aquinas – home opener Sept. 17 th vs Georgian Court – CACC opener Sept. 28 th vs Bridgeport – Homecoming Nov. 8 th vs Holy Family – regular season finale Nov. 11 th , 14 th , and 17 th – CACC Tournament ABOUT THE OPPONENTS 2023 cumulative record: 105-134-57 (.451) Non-conference opponents' 2023 cumulative record: Non-con: 38-49-16...
@Victory_Events girls’ recruit: Shipley School 2025 DEF Wike commits to Endicott
Shipley School 2025 defender Rose Wike has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Endicott College. Why did you choose Endicott? “For the supportive, competitive, and fun team culture, as well as the rigorous academics.”. Who do you wish to thank? “I want to thank Dynasty Elite Lacrosse, The...
Sheridan sweeps AHDC events at Philly and Pocono
Chester, PA — Not only did Yogi Sheridan win both $7,500 divisions of the American Harness Drivers Club Pace at Harrah’s Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon (July 21), but he also shot up the highway to win both divisions of the AHDC Trot at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania that same night.
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