Alexandria and St. Cloud Tech had played two games that ended in blowout wins for each program during the regular season, but neither team was going to get away Thursday night. Not with a trip to the state tournament at stake. Instead, these two programs have given fans as good …
Read More »Alabama men’s and women’s basketball signed top Tennessee players
Alabama men’s and women’s basketball both successfully poached Tennessee’s top player in this year’s recruiting class. Alabama men’s basketball signee Brandon Miller was named Tennessee Gatorade Men’s Basketball Player of the Year on Wednesday, while Crimson Tide women’s basketball signee Karly Weathers won the honor for the side girls last …
Read More »Seven Inland Basketball Players Named CIF Southern Section Players of the Year – Press Enterprise
Donovan Dent and Jared McCain have been inseparable on the court, so it’s only fitting that Centennial’s backcourt duo shared Open Division Player of the Year honors as the CIF South Section released their basketball awards Monday afternoon. Centennial guard Jared McCain #24 flies to the hoop for a lay-up …
Read More »LOCAL ROUNDUP: Area basketball players named in all districts | Newsletters
TRIAD — More than a dozen area basketball players have been selected to all-district teams of the North Carolina Basketball Coaches Association, the association announced Thursday. • District 7 — first team: Dawson McAlhany of Bishop McGuinness; second team: Zion Dixon from Glenn, Tre Hill from High Point Central and …
Read More »Millbrook advances to NYSPHSAA Regional Finals with win over Tuckahoe
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS – How good is Millbrook? This is the only question that remains unanswered. Throughout the season, the Blazers have dispatched their opponents with relative ease. Madison Harkenrider, Kaleigh Tompkins, Ella Wilson, Emily Grasseler and Natalie Fox suit all playing styles. There is the size. There is speed. There …
Read More »Minnesota basketball players bond off-season
When Minnesota-born Kaylee Van Eps signed up for the Lehigh women’s basketball team at the height of the pandemic in May 2020, she was unable to visit the Lehigh campus and meet the team. . Despite her inability to travel, her Minnesota teammates welcomed her into Lehigh’s program. Now a …
Read More »MWC tournament in progress; Lobos women at No. 2, men at No. 9 | Sports
The Mountain West Conference tournament began Sunday with the women’s opening round games. The University of New Mexico plays at 5 p.m. Monday as the No. 2 seed. The Lobos had three players named to the 10-member All-MWC team. Seniors Shaiquel McGruder, Jaedyn De La Cerda and Antonia Anderson were …
Read More »Central Michigan Life – ‘This is a critical offseason for us,’ Oesterle looks to the future as the season draws to a close
After suffering a 75-69 loss to Ball State, Central Michigan women’s basketball players walked off the court and hugged their families in the stands at McGuirk Arena. A hush fell over the crowd as head coach Heather Oesterle took the microphone after the game. She thanked the fans for their …
Read More »Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark uses her spotlight to level the playing field in college athletics and inspire the next generation
Caitlin Clark had two dreams she planned to fulfill while in Iowa. Like all other college players, she wants to bring a national championship to her school. The other was helping to shine a light on women’s college basketball — and so far, it has. Clark and his team have …
Read More »The Greensburg Salem High School Contest is back with the theme “Secret Agents”
Ten Greensburg Salem High School seniors are on a mission to win the title of “Mr. GS 2022” when the popular annual competition returns. “Secret Agents” is the theme of the event, which is sponsored by the Student Council Association and raises funds for activities such as Homecoming, Spring Ball, …
Read More »USFL Draft 2022: New Jersey Generals round-by-round picks
The inauguration 2022 USFL The draft is officially underway! The New Jersey Generals, coached by Mike Riley, entered Tuesday’s draft with the fourth pick in the first round, in which each team will select its starting quarterback for the USFL’s inaugural season. After those first eight picks, the draft moves …
Read More »Boys Basketball: Seton Hall Prep and Newark Central face off in 75th ECT final
75th ESSEX COUNTY TOURNAMENT FINAL Saturday, February 19 at Essex County College, Newark 1-Seton Hall Prep (19-3) vs. 3-Newark Central (19-4), 3:30 p.m. SUPPORT Titles won: Seton Hall Prep holds the county record with 17 Central won 2 Latest titles: Seton Hall in 2016 (50-44 on East Side) Central in …
Read More »Who is Hansel Enmanuel? One-armed high school basketball player, social media star collecting major deals
When Hansel Enmanuel was 6 years old, a wall collapsed on him – he was trapped for two hours. His father found him and saved him, but he lost his left arm below his shoulder after being amputated. But, according to the Orlando Sentinel, Hansel Enmanuel, whose full name is …
Read More »A Cedar Crest fan shouts a name at a McCaskey Boys basketball player. The McCaskey team’s response is powerful. [editorial] | Our opinion
THE PROBLEM Last week, Cedar Crest High School in Lebanon investigated what appeared to be a racial slur shouted by someone in the stands during a Feb. 7 boys’ varsity basketball game against McCaskey High School. Like NL | LancasterOnline’s Mike Gross reported over the weekend: “Audio taken from a …
Read More »Dzawo helps West Burlington Women’s Basketball defeat Camanche
If Stacey Dzawo wanted to leave a lasting impression, that’s exactly what she did. Dzawo, a senior for West Burlington High School’s women’s basketball team, scored her 13 points in the first quarter, helping the Falcons to a 60-19 win over Camanche in a regional quarterfinal game class 3A Saturday …
Read More »Algonquin boys hockey wears camouflage jerseys in honor of fallen soldier
Algonquin players stand to attention during the Stars and Stripes game ahead of a game played in honor of Brian Arsenault this week. (Photo/Ben Domaingue) NORTHBOROUGH – The Algonquin men’s hockey team continued their tradition of wearing camo jerseys to honor the memory of Brian Arsenault of Northborough this week. …
Read More »Madera Company Donates New Jerseys to Madera South High School Football Team
MADERA, Calif. (KFSN) – Two Madera South High School alumni are taking action by giving back to the football team that started it all for them. Abraham Vasquez still remembers his days as a Madera South High School stud and says he’ll never forget when he got his own practice …
Read More »Investigation: ‘Inappropriate language’ likely used by Camas students against Benson girls’ basketball
After nearly 50 individual interviews and review of game footage, an independent investigator concluded that it was “not possible” to determine whether racial slurs were directed at female basketball players at Benson High School by Camas High School students. The investigator, Gay Selby of Educational Services District 112, however, concluded …
Read More »Bulldog battle on seniors’ night
Feb. 5 – OTTUMWA – Addison Ransom may just be a spectator at the upcoming Ottumwa High School women’s basketball home game. Unless the IGHSAU awards the Bulldogs a home playoff game, Ransom left the floor for the last time at home in a red and white Bulldog uniform on …
Read More »Former newcomers have a big impact on college basketball
There are plenty of old newcomers making a splash this season in college basketball. ACC top scorer Alondes Williams for Wake Forest and Pac-12 frontman Terrell Brown Jr. in Washington are both senior transfers who joined their new teams this season. The same goes for the top scorers of four …
Read More »Casual Instagram: New Social Media Aesthetics Accentuate the Beauty of Everyday Moments
Leaning over to snap a photo with his iPhone, DePaul student Luke Herman snaps a picture of a used Dunkin coffee mug smashed by snow on the sidewalk. Herman then stands up to take another shot of busy Fullerton Avenue, a normally unremarkable street view of cars stuck in afternoon …
Read More »Fayetteville Christian, South View, Trinity Christian, Pine Forest Basketball Players Nominated for Athlete of the Week
It’s time to vote for the 910Preps Athlete of the Week. Coaches and athletic directors can nominate a player for Athlete of the Week by sending nominations to [email protected] by noon Sunday. Include the player’s name, year in school, accomplishments for the week, and a whim. Following: High School Basketball: …
Read More »Kentucky women’s basketball blown at home by Florida
Kentucky Wildcats guard Jada Walker (11) jumps trying to score with the ball while being defended by Florida Gators guard Alberte Rimdal (5) during the game at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Ky., Thursday, 20 January 2022. Silas Walker [email protected] For the second time this season, the Kentucky women’s basketball team …
Read More »Royce O’Neale retires his high school jersey
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Jazz forward Royce O’Neale received a major honor Friday night when his high school Alma Mater Harker Heights retired his 00 jersey number. As a senior in 2010-22, O’Neale led Harker Heights to a 28-6 record and a trip to the 5A regional quarterfinals. O’Neale …
Read More »January 12 obituary – Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Rae Lee Leilani Awai, 69, of Hilo died on December 26. Born in Hilo, she was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. Visits from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Friday January 14 at the Dodo mortuary chapel. Funeral at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow. Another service …
Read More »Focus on Caney Valley High School basketball player Brayden Peckham
Mike Tupa | Bartlesville Business Examiner Brayden Peckham has enjoyed the race of progress during his four seasons with the Caney Valley High boys’ basketball team. In his debut season (2018-19), the Trojans missed a record .500 (11-12), although they recorded a major victory in the Regionals opener before being …
Read More »Van Buren’s basketball teams prepare to start season nearly a month delayed by COVID
The often long bus trips from one small town to another are part of the sacrifice made by players, coaches, parents and fans of the Aroostook County high school basketball teams every winter. So when Van Buren’s boys and girls squads travel south from the St. John’s Valley to Danforth …
Read More »Manistee basketball player to surpass herself and cherish senior season
She started playing the sport in third grade and credits her father, Randy, for the ten-year obsession. âDefinitely my dad, he’s been a referee for over 30 years and he’s loved it for a long time,â Ronning said. “He got me involved and he’s my biggest supporter.” The two created …
Read More »Taimani posts photo of himself in Oregon uniform
At halftime in the Georgia-Michigan CFP game, former University of Washington defensive tackle Taki Taimani posted a photo of himself on social media Friday wearing a green Oregon Ducks uniform. No words, just a picture. The 6-foot-2, 330-pound junior from Salt Lake City stood in the middle of Autzen Stadium, …
Read More »Preparatory sports diary: two players from the 9th region are the state’s top scorers in women’s basketball
By Terry Boehmkersports journalist NKyTribune Two seniors from Region 9’s women’s basketball teams are the state’s top scorers heading into the final week of December with Newport Central Catholic guard Rylee Turner averaging 32.6 points per game and Ludlow cross Jenna Lillard just behind her at 26.4. According to state …
Read More »ECU Football Has Best Practices Of The Season In Washington DC, Players Have Fun With Christmas Day Shirt Swap
GREENVILLE, NC (WITN) – With ECU football getting closer to its big Military Bowl game another day, our Eric Gullickson has been following the Pirates and has a Christmas practice report. ECU Football held its last full practice of the season on Saturday morning, Christmas morning, right here at Saint …
Read More »Maryland’s No.9 women’s basketball preview vs Coppin State
After a nine-day hiatus, the Maryland No.9 women’s basketball returns to the court to face the Coppin State Eagles in an away game on Tuesday morning. Maryland’s break was well-deserved after their valiant road effort against No.1 South Carolina on December 12. It was a brilliant defensive game plan from …
Read More »Manawatū Jets basketball player dies in car crash
William Booth / photosport Jake McKinlay played for the ManawatÅ« Jets in May of this year. A young âhighly decoratedâ ManawatÅ« Jets basketball player has died in a car accident. Jake McKinlay, 20, was killed Monday morning, the team announced on social media. âIt is with a heavy heart and …
Read More »Oxford basketball players have a blast in their first game since the mass shooting
LAPEER, MI – Things may never return to normal for students at Oxford High School after the horrific mass shooting two weeks ago that left four dead and seven injured. But for 32 minutes on Tuesday night, the women’s basketball team had a certain sense of normalcy playing their first …
Read More »Spotlight on Athletes: Braden George, Millbrook Boys’ Basketball Player | Sports
Millbrook High School, 17 Sport: Boys basketball. Position: Guard Parents: Chrisi and Scott George Birthplace: Winchester What do you like about basketball? : I love the intensity and the pace of the game. When you go out there and run around the court having fun with your friends, I think …
Read More »The Decaturian | Blue jerseys with blue collars
Editor’s Note: This column was originally published in issue 1 of the 2021-2022 academic year. The print publication date was October 6, 2021. I would like to start with an introduction just so that we understand each other clearly. This will help you understand my point a bit more. My …
Read More »JCD’s Williams, Day named ORVC basketball player of the week
The ORVC report from November 29 to December 4 was released on Wednesday. Photo Shutterstock. (Osgood, Ind.) – Two basketball stars from Jac-Cen-Del High School have won weekly Ohio River Valley Conference honors. The ORVC report from November 29 to December 4 was released on Wednesday. Annabelle Williams was named …
Read More »Community engagement officers seek to close the gap at Schenectady High School – The Daily Gazette
SCHENECTADY – The day started with a friendly competition. Sgt. Adriel Linyear and Patrol Officer Albert Rivera, two veteran officers from the Schenectady Police Department, sat behind a folding table at the main entrance to Schenectady High School on Thursday, where they distributed the first bumps in a constant stream …
Read More »MEN’S BASKETBALL ANNOUNCES 2022 CLASS RECRUITMENT
History links Fourth-year head coach of the University of Minnesota Duluth Justin wieck announced the signing of two student-athletes to become members of the men’s basketball team. The 2022 recruiting class includes two players from the state of Minnesota. Nick Katona (Shakopee, Minn.) And Caleb Siwek (Rosemount, Minn.) Form Coach …
Read More »What they said on Westside Report High School Basketball Media Day in Ottawa Hills
GRAND RAPIDS – Ottawa Hills men’s basketball coach Derrick King is excited about the coming season. He was convinced he wasn’t the only one either. That’s why King opened the Ottawa Gymnasium on Sunday night and hosted the first annual Westside Report High School Basketball Media Day. King, who operates …
Read More »Girls’ new basketball coach Jeannette Flow wants the team to be competitive after recent struggles
Through: Paul Schofield Sunday 28 November 2021 | 3:49 p.m. Jeannette Girls’ Basketball Coach Bill Flow, Norwin Grad When Bill Flow was hired as Jeannette’s girls basketball coach in June, he inherited a team that hasn’t had much success over the past three seasons. The Jayhawks were 0-19 in 2020-21 …
Read More »With Key Players Returning, Louisa County Women’s Basketball Team Goals for Second Consecutive State Title | Sports
Louisa goalie Olivia McGhee (0) brings the ball onto the field during a game against Patrick Henry (Ashland) at Louisa County High School. Sylvie Jackson of Louisa County passes the ball in a game at Louisa County High School. MINERAL – It’s been nine months since the Louisa County women’s …
Read More »Aztecs second-year forward Che Evans plans to transfer
Second-year forward Che Evans was not in uniform for San Diego State Thursday night against Arizona State. It will not be in the future either. Evans is transferred, possibly as soon as the semester break. The 6-foot-5 Baltimore Wing was once one of the nation’s top-rated prospects as an eighth-grader …
Read More »Virginia men’s basketball team top 10 in recruiting class | Sports
Virginia head coach Tony Bennett reacts to a call during an NCAA college basketball game against Navy in Charlottesville, Va. On Tuesday, November 9, 2021 (Photo / Andrew Shurtleff) Andrew Shurtleff The Virginia men’s basketball program on Tuesday announced the signing of four highly sought-after players to its 2022 recruiting …
Read More »Adem Bona rejects cats for UCLA
Jon hale | Louisville Mail Journal Kentucky Basketball Focuses On Speed ââAnd Competitiveness This Year Kentucky coach John Calipari said the team was over last year and is focused on this year. Dominique Yates, Louisville Courier Journal LEXINGTON – Kentucky basketball’s search for a big man for its 2022 recruiting …
Read More »BHC men build from scratch with new staff and new players | Basketball
The rest of the active 15-player roster is new to the BHC program. âEveryone has their own story right now and we all know what it is,â said Keshawn Pegues, former coach at Davenport Central High School. “This is the last chance for some of us.” For Pegues, it was …
Read More »Kentucky basketball offers North Carolina goalie Robert Dillingham
Five-star playmaker Robert Dillingham is the latest recipient of a Kentucky scholarship offer. Great Britain coach John Calipari has extended the offer during Dillingham’s official visit to Lexington this weekend, the star rookie announced on Sunday morning. Calipari was also in North Carolina late last month to visit Dillingham, who …
Read More »Meet Stephy Styles: A Jersey City Dancer Who Made Her Name
Stephanie Caballero aka Stephy Styles has taken the dance community by storm. Born and raised in Jersey City, Stephy thanks her Ecuadorian and Colombian family for helping her spark her creativity as a dancer in her early years. Although she has traveled across the country and now lives in Seattle, …
Read More »Dalvin Cook plans to change jersey number in 2022
Former Florida State star and current Minnesota Viking Dalvin Cook is one of the best running backs in the NFL. Despite injuries at the start of his 2021 campaign, Cook is still on track to reach the milestone of the century. He recorded 80 carries for 366 yards and two …
Read More »‘Everyone Loved Kierra’: Family Recalls Young Basketball Star Killed in Shootout – NBC Chicago
A Chicago family expresses grief over the death of a young basketball star who was known for her contagious personality and hoped to someday play in the WNBA. Kierra Moore, 16, died in a drive-by shooting Thursday night while standing with a group of people in Lawndale. Police said the …
Read More »Community mourns loss of mother and son in Tennessee, who died one week from complications from COVID-19
By CAMERON TAYLOR Click here for updates on this story SPRING HILL, Tennessee (WSMV) – A community in Midstate mourns the loss of a mother and her son. They died just a week apart from complications from COVID-19. Austin Corbett was known as the original “Spartan Super Fan”. âEveryone knew …
Read More »Why this first year class is different from the last
Unlike last year, these Duke basketball rookies look up to a fight. I think all fans, coaches and players would agree that the 2020-21 Duke basketball campaign has been a major disappointment. It was the first time in 25 years that the Duke Blue Devils were not selected to compete …
Read More »Kentucky rookie Reed Sheppard makes big leap in rankings
Reed Sheppard is the son of Kentucky basketball greats Jeff Sheppard and Stacey Reed Sheppard, and he is a major UK recruiting target for the Class of 2023. Lexington The rise of Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard continues. Sheppard – a 6-foot-3 combo guard from North Laurel High School and …
Read More »October 13 obituary – Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Yvonne Leslie Caplener, 91, of Kailua-Kona died on September 6 at the Kona Community Hospital. Born in Kapaa, Kauai, she was a retired nurse at Wahiawa General Hospital in Oahu. Services 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 18 at Sainte-Catherine d’Alexandrie cemetery in Kapaa. Mourns her daughters, Desirée Ann (Stephen) Watson …
Read More »NBA Team Previews: Fantastic Pacific Division Breakdown
Can you smell it in the air? Is it close. So close. NBA FANTASY BASKETBALL IS BACK! There’s been a lot of movement this offseason, so let Fantrax prepare you for the season with our NBA Team Preview Series. Let’s dive into the Pacific Division. What?! Hasn’t your fantasy basketball …
Read More »MND star basketball player to announce college choice
READING, Ohio – Mount Notre Dame High School senior goaltender KK Bransford – the Ohio Ms. Basketball recipient in 2021 – is expected to announce his college decision at 3 p.m. today in the gym. school. Bransford’s last two college picks are between UCLA and Notre Dame, according to a …
Read More »Angry college coach injures fan for making fun of his “little pants”
Northern Colorado assistant Max McCaffrey is in hot water after breaking his notebook, throwing it in the stands and accidentally bumping into an opposing fan. Normally this could be attributed to a simple ‘angry manager’s moment’, but it might be the first time in football history that a coach blew …
Read More »At Earl Monroe High School, students major in basketball
NEW YORK NBA commissioner Adam Silver told a group of high school students on Wednesday that for every player in the league, there are 100 professional basketball-related jobs. These students learn skills that may one day help them get one. They are part of the first freshman class of 110 …
Read More »High School Basketball: Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School Hosts Grounding Ceremony in Bronx
LE BRONX (WABC) – The nation’s first specialized high school for basketball held a groundbreaking ceremony in the Bronx on Wednesday. The Earl Monroe New Renaissance School of Basketball opened on August 30 to its first freshman class of 110 boys and girls of color. The school is named after …
Read More »2021-2022 player preview: Nolan Hickman
The Gonzaga Bulldogs ended last year with heartache, but with a stable of players who made fans believe they would be back to fight for a championship starting in October. That talent only multiplied in the following weeks, when Rasir Bolton announced his transfer, and then four-star rookie Nolan Hickman …
Read More »Why did LeBron James of the Lakers change his jersey number from 23 to 6?
It’s the biggest comeback in LeBron James’ career. Well, okay, maybe not the biggest, but it’s always remarkable when one of the biggest stars in the league changes her jersey number. Ahead of his fourth season with the Lakers, James revealed he would drop No.23 in favor of No.6. The …
Read More »Russell Westbrook says he will honor Kobe Bryant by ‘playing for him and through him’ in Lakers uniform
As a basketball player who grew up in Los Angeles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, it was impossible not to idolize and emulate Kobe Bryant on the court. It was no different for Russell Westbrook, who played for Leuzinger High School and then played two seasons at UCLA, …
Read More »Vince Young removed Madison’s No.10 jersey
Texas Sports Nation // High school sports Jon Poorman, Editor-in-chief October 1, 2021Updated: October 1, 2021 8:49 p.m. 1of6 Before leading Texas to a national title, Vince Young was a star in Madison. James Nielsen, Freelance / Special for the ChronicleShow moreShow less 2of6 Texas Longhorns quarterback Vince Young # …
Read More »Fall Home Upgrades That Won’t Break the Bank
BBQs, beach days and boogie boards are now behind us, so what better way to step up a gear than planning renovations that will breathe new life into your home? Now is the time – before the freezing temperatures hit – to complete projects that will enhance the aesthetic and …
Read More »Whatever happens to the Mike Woodson era of IU basketball, remember the two who didn’t blink – The Daily Hoosier
Much has been said about the wave of Indiana players who put their names on the transfer portal in the days following the sacking of former head coach Archie Miller. There was a new entry seemingly every day as a cloud of uncertainty loomed over the schedule. Some stayed, others …
Read More »11 things we learned on day one of Arkansas basketball practice
FAYETTEVILLE – The Arkansas men’s basketball team held their first official practice of the 2021-22 season at the Basketball Performance Center on Tuesday. Here are several notes, observations and takeaways from a 30-minute training session and interviews with Razorbacks coach Eric Musselman, guard Davonte Davis and newcomer Stanley Umude: ⢠…
Read More »An update on Ewers’ transition to Ohio State
Ohio State freshman quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) throws during warm-up before the Ohio State-Oregon game on September 11. Ohio State lost 28-35. Credit: Mackenzie Shanklin | Photo editor In truth, Quinn Ewers should have attended her return to high school on Saturday. Back in August, Ewers graduated from Carroll High …
Read More »Kentucky star’s basketball rookie Kaleb Glenn chooses Louisville
Kaleb Glenn posted a photo of himself in a Louisville uniform after a visit to campus during the summer. Twitter Men’s basketball player Kaleb Glenn has pledged to play for the Louisville Cardinals. Glenn – a 6-foot-7, 220-pound forward in the class of 2023 – is considered one of Kentucky’s …
Read More »RH: Morgan Stout struggles to catch up after setbacks
The Round House | 09/24/2021 06:32:00 History links Wichita State Volleyball Coach Chris Lamb Free Morgan stout a scholarship. Stout, although delighted, hesitated. âHis exact words were ‘How would you feel if I put a full scholarship on the table now?’â Said Stout. “I was like ‘Well, I wouldn’t think …
Read More »Jalen Suggs would have been a two-sport gopher, if Richard Pitino had recruited him stronger
Suggs, a four-star quarterback at Minnehaha Academy, had a good relationship with Minnesota football coach PJ Fleck in the recruiting process, but the five-star point guard said he didn’t have a vibe strong enough from former Minnesota men’s basketball coach Richard. Pitino. âSo the second year before the junior year, …
Read More »K. Hans Jr. | Obituaries
K. Charles ‘Chuck’ Hans Jr. K. Charles “Chuck” Hans Jr., 71, of Conneaut Lake, Pa., Died Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Meadville Medical Center from prolonged health complications. He was born June 5, 1950 in Meadville, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Kenneth and Anna “Sweetie” (Hetrick) Hans. Chuck married …
Read More »“We will always continue to work” – Scott-Grayson set to lead Tigers in 2021-22
History links At first, mom was unsuccessful. Makeisha Scott wanted Honesty Scott-Grayson be a cheerleader. She wanted Honesty’s brother Tyreek to be a footballer. “I wasn’t really going for that” Honesty Scott-Grayson noted. “So one day my brother and I went to my mom and we were like, ‘This is …
Read More »Alexis McNabb, daughter of former Syracuse QB Donovan McNabb, enters UB hoops | University sport
Alexis McNabb (5) announced his commitment to the University of Buffalo women’s basketball program on Monday. She helped Seton Catholic of Chandler, Ariz., Win state championships in 2020 and 2021. Photo courtesy of Thomas Hawthorne / The Arizona Republic A basketball player with a familiar name and strong athletic lines …
Read More »Meet the FSU 2021-22 basketball roster: Guards
We’re just under two months away from Florida State Basketball’s return, and with the schedule announced, what better time to get to grips with this year’s version of the team than now? In the past, I have divided this into two separate articles, one focusing on Returns and the other …
Read More »Bradley Beal is Alabama “Mr. Two Bits”
GAINESVILLE, Florida –As a mid-five in a footballing family, Bradley Beal grew up in St. Louis as a quarterback, wide receiver and safety. And yes, obviously there was mixed basketball. Beal’s two older brothers got scholarships to play in college (as did his two younger twin brothers), and his parents …
Read More »His basketball camp made Hall of Famers. Now he is too.
Grant Hill was featured at Five Star Basketball Camp as a Sports Illustrated article published in 1984 when he was 11 years old. As Hill flipped through the pages of the magazine, he found himself transfixed. To him, Five Star sounded like basketball nirvana, an exclusive destination where up-and-coming players …
Read More »Jefferson City High School withdraws Anunoby’s jersey number | Jefferson city
A humble champion returned home to be celebrated on Friday night. Jefferson City honored “one of its greatest athletes,” OG Anunoby, by retiring his number five at halftime in their match against Rock Bridge. Anunoby stole the show, but not on her own initiative. Before stepping onto the pitch to …
Read More »The Press Box: Girl Power | News, Sports, Jobs
Women make up 40% of all sports participants, but somehow get a dismal 4% of sports media coverage. This fact is like a stone thrown into the muddy creek of Middle Island. Both produce ripples, and for female athletes around the world, that means they are losing sponsors, fans, and …
Read More »The Press Box: Wetzel County Loses Basketball Great Lou Mott | News, Sports, Jobs
A very special man died last week here in the region. If either of you didn’t know Lou Mott, you missed out on one of the nicest people you could ever meet. Lou would stop by the Wetzel Chronicle office occasionally just to talk about the young athletes in the …
Read More »Michigan sophomore looks to move to coveted No.0 jersey
The Michigan football team currently does not have a number 0 player in their roster, but that could change with the Wolverines’ season opener against Western Michigan. In a Photo Shared on the team’s official Facebook page, cornerback coach Steve Clinkscale can be seen coaching a player wearing uniform # …
Read More »Lakers legend Michael Cooper is still living his basketball dream
Michael Cooper is the definition of a basketball player in perpetuity. Since the end of a Hall of Fame-caliber career for the Lakers, Cooper has gone on to coach in the NBA, WNBA, G League, NCAA and even Southern California high school hoops before landing in its current destination: the …
Read More »At 25, Liberty Celebrates ‘Magic Moment’ in Women’s Basketball
Margaret Martinez did her best, but she knew she had to work her game. Her 8-year-old daughter, Mackenzie, had fallen in love with Liberty rookie defense Didi Richards and her hairstyle – two Afro puffs full of ‘by train. When Martinez couldn’t fully understand Mackenzie’s puffs, she reached out to …
Read More »Albany’s women’s lacrosse coach Rowan Thomson will be one of the first female athletes to wear a uniform hanging from the rafters of the Syracuse Carrier Dome
The list of uniforms honored with a place in the rafters of the Carrier Dome reads like a who’s who of the stars of Syracuse University. Jim Brown. Ernie Davis. Floyd Small. Carmelo Anthony. Pearl Washington. Dave Bing. The list goes on and on, but with one glaring exception – …
Read More »Mavs rookie free agent Eugene Omoruyi thinks he belongs in the NBA
LAS VEGAS – Eugene Omoruyi is on a quest to become the fifth most popular basketball player to come out of Orangeville Prep in Orangeville, Ontario. The alumni roster so far includes goaltender Jamal Murray, who played five seasons for Denver after the Nuggets made him the No.7 pick in …
Read More »Tigers sign top rookie Jalen Duren
History links MEMPHIS, Tennessee – Memphis Tigers Head Coach Penny hardaway announced the signing of Jalen Düren (C, 6-10, Sharon Hill, PA) to a national letter of intent to accommodate the Tigers in 2021-22 after being upgraded to the class of 2021. Duren is the nation’s No.1 prospect according to …
Read More »Russell Westbrook and Carmelo Anthony change shirts with the Lakers
Getty The most recent Lakers have made some jersey number changes. The new Los Angeles Lakers additions are starting to feel more real as photos of the stars’ shirts have started to go viral. During an Instagram Live session, Dwight Howard revealed Russell Westbrook’s record showing the Lakers star will …
Read More »WOU’s women’s basketball assistant coach Girten goes all-American on the football field
History links MONMOUTH, Oregon – You hear the stories of athletes from two sports, but usually it happens in high school or college. Current Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Western Oregon University Katie girten recently had the chance to show off her skills on the grill and her abilities helped …
Read More »Stylist working with NBA players, helping Fall River students
FALL RIVER – Just months after launching his own clothing line, Fall River native Jeremy Lavoie is designing for NBA players and working to bring his skills back to his hometown. âThings have gone in so many different directions,â he said. Earlier this year, Lavoie and his brother, Jonathan Lavoie, …
Read More »Wilmington athletic departments hope to bounce back from COVID
High school athletic departments across the country will feel the lingering effects of COVID-19 on their budgets for years to come. In the Wilmington area, the financial losses have been substantial. Five athletic directors from local public schools were able to report an approximate number of their balance sheets, and …
Read More »Indiana Girls Basketball Recruitment: Tracking The State’s Top Players
Ten Indiana high school basketball players are ranked nationally by ESPN. Here’s a look at who’s class where and what schools they’ve received offers from. Related: 21 for 2021: Top Indiana High School Athletes of the Year to Remember CLASS OF 2022 # 3 – Ayanna Patterson, Homestead (UConn) The …
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