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From the crack of the bat to the hum of the AM dial, the author recalls the golden age of baseball radio, the rise of powerful stations, and the indelible mark left by WBRK’s late owner, Willard “Huck” Hodgkins.
The New England Patriots finished the 2025 season as the league’s second‑best team, earning a Super Bowl appearance. With most of the core roster set to return and several high‑profile signings on the horizon, the club is poised for a competitive 2026 campaign.
A sixth‑inning defensive collapse gave way to a decisive comeback, highlighted by Brock Ketelsen’s two‑run double and Andrew Wright’s late strikeout stretch.
The Boston Bruins acquire 24‑year‑old left‑shot wing J.J. Peterka from the Utah Mammoth, parting with the 23rd overall pick in the 2024 draft and Florida’s 2028 first‑rounder, while locking in a five‑year, $38.5 million contract.
Cameron Boozer faces scrutiny similar to Larry Bird's early career, yet his skill set and basketball IQ suggest a trajectory that could redefine expectations for undersized prospects.
Junior defender Jess English of Worcester Polytechnic Institute has been named to the 2025 United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division III Women's Scholar All‑East Region Third Team, recognizing her academic performance, defensive contributions, and community involvement.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 reaches its decisive group matches, teams like France, Norway, Spain and Mexico jostle for knockout places, while fan celebrations and political commentary add layers of drama to the tournament.
The Harbor Hawks lost 10‑6 to the Harwich Mariners despite a late rally led by Jordan Lodise, highlighting defensive lapses that the club hopes to correct before facing Yarmouth‑Dennis on Friday.
Navy head coach Brian Newberry unveiled the 2026 recruiting class, featuring 67 athletes from 22 states, and outlined a demanding schedule that includes games against Towson, Tulsa, Notre Dame and the Army‑Navy rivalry.
A look at the partners and families of key members of the U.S. Men’s National Team, revealing how their personal journeys intertwine with their on‑field careers.
Two standout players from Plymouth North's 2024 state championship baseball team have taken the next step in their careers, each committing to Division I programs.
Greenfield Post 81 secured their sixth consecutive win, defeating West Springfield Post 207 7-2. Key contributions from Aidan Shea, Ethan Mauthe and Bodie Burke, along with clutch defensive plays, underscore the team's rising momentum.
A German soccer enthusiast traveling across the United States and Canada to follow Germany at the World Cup has turned his trip into a social media narrative, asking followers for suggestions while exploring unexpected stops.
Abigail Leighton, a rising senior at Monomoy, faced a tough test in the Cape Cod Women’s Soccer League, delivering a dozen saves while her team played short-handed.
Veteran guard Derrick White will lead the Buffaloes' basketball strategy and inject $2 million into the program, accelerating roster reconstruction and player development.
With training camp looming, Rutgers’ quarterback position remains unsettled, prompting intense competition between transfer Dylan Lonergan and rising star AJ Surace.
Jaylen Brown has spent a decade with the Boston Celtics, but looming contract negotiations and unfulfilled trade speculation have placed his future at the center of the team's plans.
The June 2026 update of the Class of 2029 baseball rankings showcases the most promising high school players based on their spring outings, with standout performances from California’s Mattias Di Maggio to Texas’ Myles McCarty.
The Cape Cod Baseball League announced Veolia North America as its official sponsor for the 2026 season, highlighting a shared commitment to sustainability, community investment, and the development of future Major League talent.
With spring practice in the books, Rutgers remains undecided on its starting quarterback. Transfer Dylan Lonergan and returning senior AJ Surace have drawn praise from Coach Greg Schiano, while Sean Ashenfelter shows promise for the future. The competition will come to a head during training camp, ahead of the September 3 opener against UMass.
Rutgers is still searching for a definitive starter at quarterback. Spring practice highlighted promising performances from Boston College transfer Dylan Lonergan and senior AJ Surace, while recruit Sean Ashenfelder shows rapid development.
The former UConn standout was drafted by the Cavaliers and dealt to the Kings, where he hopes to blend shooting and playmaking for a championship‑contending squad.
BYU celebrated AJ Dybantsa's No. 1 NBA Draft selection with a whimsical Harry Potter meme, highlighting his freshman scoring dominance and the expectations placed on him to revitalize the Wizards alongside Anthony Davis and Trae Young.
England and Ghana played to a 0-0 draw in their second World Cup Group L match, with England controlling the ball but unable to convert dominance into goals.