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A graduate of Appleton West, Jack Mahoney has traversed college, Australia and the minor leagues, leveraging a sharp slider and mentorship from Norm Charlton to pursue his major‑league dream.
UConn pitchers and hitters Rob Rispoli and Oliver Pudvar have been selected for the 2026 Cape Cod League All-Star Game, set for July 18 at Whitehouse Field. Their performances this summer with the Chatham A's underscore a milestone for the program.
The upcoming final will feature an 11‑minute halftime spectacle with artists from six continents, streamed across Fox, Telemundo, Peacock and more, while supporting a charity aimed at expanding soccer access worldwide.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlighted the city’s free overnight pickup soccer program, NYC Open Play, just before the USMNT’s loss to Belgium, and revealed plans for a dedicated soccer stadium in Queens.
A guide to navigating Yankee Stadium and Citi Field, uncovering affordable transport, cheap eats, and off‑beat minor‑league venues across the five boroughs.
The Staten Island FerryHawks fell 9-3 to the High Point Rockers in front of a near-empty stadium, highlighting a season defined by poor performance and dwindling attendance.
The city’s new NYC Open Play program offers free pickup soccer on small‑sided pitches in every borough through mid‑July, backed by local clubs and parks, while a future stadium at Etihad Park promises a permanent home for Gotham FC.
The Philadelphia Flyers have agreed to terms with forwards Jack Studnicka, Danila Klimovich, Zach Aston‑Reese and defenseman Cam Dineen, each inking multi‑year contracts that add depth and experience to the roster.
After a decade‑plus stint playing in Iran, Italy, South Korea and beyond, OD Anosike is hanging up his jersey to pursue a Division I coaching role, while cherishing the global experiences that shaped his career.
Five city parks will stay lit late into the night to host World Cup soccer games, with registration open for players 18 and older and safety measures in place for all participants.
The school announced King’s appointment, highlighting his playing background, overseas professional career, and recent tenure at Heritage High as he steps into the role vacated by longtime coach Al Young.
A state‑of‑the‑art soccer field installed at P.S. 94 by Street Soccer USA serves as a hub for youth, families and the broader neighborhood, providing academic enrichment, carnivals and a pathway for former players to become coaches.
Spectrum and TeamSnap have teamed up to revitalize the Staten Island Boys Football League, delivering branded jerseys, a state‑of‑the‑art turf field and cutting‑edge training tools to over 150,000 households and setting sights on 1,200 leagues nationwide.
The New York State Hockey Hall of Fame will induct former Rangers enforcer Nick Fotiu, whose career spanned protection on the ice, a Golden Gloves boxing background, and a unique perspective on hockey fights versus boxing.
Sam Spadaro will assume the role of head coach for Bard College's women's basketball program on June 1, bringing a record of defensive excellence and player growth from Colby College and The College of Staten Island.
Temple University announces its 2026 field hockey schedule, highlighting eight home games at Howarth Field and the hosting of the 2026 BIG EAST Championship, as Coach Michelle Vittese enters her sixth season with a 56-39 record.
A 16‑year‑old Brooklyn basketball player who suffered cardiac arrest on the court was revived by FDNY responders and later reunited with the heroes who saved his life.
Tracy McGrady, a Basketball Hall of Famer and entrepreneur, has been appointed Strategic Advisor to Wagner College's men's basketball program, where he will work with head coach Dwan McMillan and see his son Laymen join the team.