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For Philadelphia Sports Fan, Jason Kelce Is One of the Greats
Favorite Philadelphia sports players play with passion and guts. They speak lovingly about the region and those who live there. They care a lot. That means they play when they’re hurt and they must hurt others, when necessary, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. They absorb boos and jeers … and they must shoulder…
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Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan the Youngest Player in MLS History
Cavan Sullivan, a Norristown native, became the youngest player in MLS history after he got his first minutes during this week’s Philadelphia Union win against the New England Revolution, writes Ali Rampling for The Athletic. Sullivan, with 14 years and 293 days, beat the long-standing record that had been held by former U.S. international Freddy…
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Conwell-Egan’s Julia Horger Secures Gold at Wrestling Nationals
Conwell-Egan’s rising junior, Julia Horger, emerged as the top local girls’ finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16-and-under Wrestling Nationals, securing a gold medal, writes Drew Markol for the Bucks County Courier Times. Horger, who maintained an undefeated 22-0 record last season and won a PIAA title at 106 pounds, triumphed…
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Central Bucks East Star Chase Harlan Eyes MLB Future
Chase Harlan, Central Bucks East’s star infielder, is on the brink of realizing his MLB dreams, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 6-foot-3 standout, known for his versatility and powerful arm, has committed to Clemson but is also a top prospect for the upcoming MLB draft on July 14-16. A goal sheet…
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New Indoor Pickleball Facilities Set to Open in Newtown and Horsham
The rise of indoor pickleball centers across the Bucks County and Montgomery County region is accelerating in 2024, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Joel Block, a former party center owner, is launching Buxmont Pickleball Club in Horsham. Located on Easton Road, this five-court facility is being built from the ground up, with…
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Darts Are Once Again Growing in Popularity in Philadelphia, with City’s Dart Leagues Currently Thriving
Darts are becoming increasingly more popular in Philadelphia once again, with the city’s dart leagues currently thriving, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bonnie Situation is a member of the Olde English Dart League. The team of servers, bartenders, and a trucking logistics supervisor gather each week for four-hour battles that result in…
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This Spring Was Best Season Ever for Bucks County Athletes in PIAA Playoffs
This spring represented the best season ever for Bucks County athletes in the PIAA playoffs, writes Melissa Hanejko for the Bucks County Courier Times. Nine teams made it to the PIAA state semifinals, while seven played for the state title in softball, baseball, and lacrosse. During the playoffs, many local players got a chance to…
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Bucks County Siblings LJ and Max Lead Philly Sports Fandom
For Bucks County siblings LJ and Max Schembri of Bucks County, their sports camaraderie is in full swing, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. Fans since early childhood, 13-year-old LJ and 10-year-old Max revel in the current success of Philly’s teams, particularly the Phillies. Both active baseball players even have Phillies-themed helmets. Max,…
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Villanova Coach Kyle Neptune Is Frustrated but No Where Near Defeated
Though the Villanova Wildcats men’s basketball team struggled last season, head coach Kyle Neptune is keeping a positive outlook, excited about the potential of this season’s roster, writes Jeff Neiburg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Neptune had to turn a deaf ear to occasional boos coming from the stands as the Villanova Wildcats struggled during his…
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Hulmeville Demons Win Eastern Regional Presidents Cup, Head to Nationals
The Hulmeville Demons Under-13 boys soccer team has made history by winning the Eastern Regional Presidents Cup, marking the first time a Hulmeville Soccer Club team has achieved this feat, writes Tom Moore for the Bucks County Courier Times. Their victory secured them a place in the national championships. The Demons displayed a formidable…
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Abington Friends School’s Boys Ultimate Makes States
By: Tina Yen Since 2018, every Spring Athletics season at Abington Friends, new athletes interested in joining Ultimate Frisbee find their way off-the-beaten trail and onto the rain saturated Meadow Field, tucked away behind the creek and Headwaters Discovery Playground, hidden from view of the average passerby. But steadily, year by year, the program has…
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The Magic of Wawa’s Hoagiefest and Phillies Kyle Schwarber Is Back
It seems Wawa’s annual Hoagiefest and Phillies leadoff Kyle Schwarber are magically linked. The two became inseparable back in 2022 during Schwarber’s first year with the Phillies, writes Gabriela Carroll for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Wawa summer tradition of discounted sandwiches runs June to August and in 2022, Schwarber had his best month in June…
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Pennridge High School’s Ryder Olson Continues Family’s Pitching Legacy
Pitching is a family affair for the Olsons. Dan Olson, 71, began the tradition with a career that led him to Southern Cal and the independent Portland Mavericks, writes Lochlahn March for The Philadelphia Inquirer. His son Jordan, 43, followed, playing at USC and briefly in the minors with the Tampa Bay Rays. Now,…
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Jason Kelce Muses About Being a Minority Owner of the Eagles
Jason Kelce admits the price would be a little steep, but he’d love to be a Eagles minority owner, a Philadelphia team he’s been a part of for 13 seasons, writes Liz Rocher for Yahoo Sports. Kelce, retired now for three months as a Philadelphia Eagles center, said during a recent New Heights podcast that…
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PIAA Championships: Standout Athletes from Bucks County Lead Their Teams to Victory
The PIAA championships kicked off recently with 22 Bucks County area teams participating, with most at the top of their game, writes Melissa Hanejko for the Bucks County Courier Times. In softball, Brianna Slack from Bristol stood out in a three-inning win over MaST Charter in the first round of the PIAA Class 2A playoffs…
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Springfield Resident Caroline Pamukcu Set to Compete in Paris Olympics Equestrian Events
Springfield resident Caroline Pamukcu is set to compete in the Olympic Games next month, representing the U.S. in equestrian events in Paris, writes Rick Holmes for WFMZ. She dedicates 12 hours a day to perfecting her skills at Buckwampum Farm, a place she regards as an equestrian haven. She has been training here since she…
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Lakers Legend Jerry West, Who Brought Kobe Bryant To the Team, Remembered
Legendary Los Angeles Lakers player, coach, and executive Jerry West, who was instrumental in bringing Kobe Bryant from Wynnewood to the West Coast, died on June 12 aged 86, writes Mike Sielski for The Philadelphia Inquirer. West worked with Arn Tellem, a powerful player agent, to ensure Bryant went straight to the Lakers from Lower…
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Duke Track Star and Cheltenham Alumna Brianna Smith Shines Amid Adversity at NCAA Championships
Duke University’s Brianna Smith, a Cheltenham High School alumna, showcased her resilience at the NCAA women’s outdoor championships, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Competing in the heptathlon and high jump at Hayward Field, Smith, a senior and All-American athlete, faced significant challenges beyond the track. Smith’s journey at Duke began with a…
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