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Playoff Games Were Precious Moments for Lifelong Phillies Fan Battling Cancer
Despite the Phillies’ loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 7 of the National League Championship series, one Delaware County man feels blessed that he was able to get to two playoff games, writes Caroline Goggin for 6abc. Phillies fan Jake Long, 53, born and raised in Ridley, is a lifelong, proud Philadelphia sports fan.…
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Chester Clippers Gain Momentum Under Leadership of 2 Twins
The Chester Clippers are turning into a top-seed football team, thanks in part to two 16-year-old sophomore twins, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Those guys,” said Chester High School football coach Dennis Shaw, “have pretty much taken over as far as leadership.” The twins are Jalen Harris, a quarterback, and Daron, a defensive…
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Former Flyers Player, Broadcaster Keith Jones Tasked With Leading the Team’s Hockey Operations
During his 9 seasons in the NHL, Keith Jones carved out a reputation as someone with a keen ability to get under his opponents’ skin, and it’s a quality that can help him in his newest role, writes Michael Bradley for Philadelphia Magazine. This past May, Jones was named the new President of Hockey Operations…
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A Philadelphia Eagles Jacket Worn By Princess Diana Brings Satisfaction to Eagles Fans
During her time in the public eye, Princess Diana’s wardrobe had long been a popular topic of discussion, writes Janine Henni for People. Sports gear was something the Princess would incorporate into her wardrobe as a way to add a level of normalcy to her life. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Princess Diana could be…
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Phillygoat in Delaware County Provided T-Shirt Phillies Magic; It Wasn’t Enough
Ryan Cassidy hoped his Delaware County company’s ‘Believe’ T-shirts would give the Phillies the magic they needed to get to the World Series, but in the end, it just wasn’t enough. Cassidy is behind Phillygoat, a Delaware County apparel company hyper-focused on the City of Brotherly Love, writes Nikki Dementri for CBS News Philadelphia. …
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Holy Family University to Induct Four Individuals, One Team into Its Athletics Hall of Fame
As part of TigerFest 2023, Holy Family University will induct four individuals — Kevin Comey, Fran Dougherty, Donna (Elliott) Kilpatrick, and William “Mickey” McGroarty — and the 2007-08 women’s basketball team into its Athletics Hall of Fame. The honorees will be celebrated at a ceremony in the Campus Center in April 2024 at a date…
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Ridley Woman Creates Girlsgate, a Safe Tailgating Space for Women
Lot F2 at Lincoln Financial Field is now the home of Girlsgate, a girls-only Eagles tailgate that has, among other things, green body glitter and light pink pong tables and cornhole boards, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Girlsgate was created by Alyssa Layne of Ridley and Harry McCloskey so women could cheer the…
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Calvary Baptist Church in Chester Benefits From Philadelphia Union Success
The Calvary Baptist parking lot in Chester fills up when the Philadelphia Union succeeds, reports the Associated Press in BusinessMirror. The Chester church, which once sawMartin Luther King Jr. in attendance while a seminarian, is located near the Philadelphia Union’s home turf, Subaru Park. The Union continues to attract fans. Last year, they made it…
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For Phillies Fans, Marple’s Grace Del Pizzo Again Highlights Best Climbs in Phoenix
Marple gal Grace Del Pizzo is back with climbing advice for Phillies fans should the team take the National League Championship Series Monday night in Phoenix, writes John Paul for 6abc. Del Pizzo gave fans a video tour on social media of the best “climbable structures” in Phoenix for Phillies fans. It’s tongue-in-cheek advice for…
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He’s From Delaware County, but You’ll Find T-Shirt Phil Down at the Stadiums
He’s known as T-Shirt Phil, and the Delaware County resident can be found selling unofficial sports merchandise at the South Philadelphia sports complex, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia Inquirer. On a good day, he can clear $1,000 in profit. The 54-year-old ex-Marine and former city employee has been at it for decades, greeting fans…
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Irish Football Club Manager Anthony Daly Credits Friends With Decision to Stay in US
Anthony Daly has close ties to Ireland’s Gaelic Athletic Association, but thanks to the friends he has made here, he considers the United States to be his home. Daly, 47, was initially involved with the Young Irelands GFC in Philadelphia through his home club in Co Tyrone in Ireland, writes Fionnuala Boyle for the Irish…
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Eagles’ Head Coach Nick Sirianni to Speak on Football, Faith, and Family Values at Chester County Event
Nick Sirianni enters his third season as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles with a combined 23-11 record, which marks the most wins by any head coach in their first two years with the franchise. One of just two head coaches to start their Eagles career with back-to-back postseason berths, Sirianni directed a record-breaking 2022…
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Bonner-Prendie’s Running Back Avery Hankey Patiently Waits to Get Noticed
Avery Hankey, Bonner-Prendergast High School’s running back, is short-in-stature but big on heart, and he’s learned patience on and off the field, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hankey led the Catholic League in rushing last season, but the 5-foot-8, 175-pound player still feels like people don’t see him as big enough, strong enough,…
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Uplink Studios: Where Innovation Meets Virtue in the World of Gaming
Uplink Studios, a pioneer of community-based esports, has announced a series of exciting developments that will undoubtedly fuel the excitement of gamers and enthusiasts alike. From a brand-new, state-of-the-art, 8,000-square-foot location on the horizon to its prestigious STEM.org accreditation and a coveted nomination at the 2023 Esports & Gaming Tempest Awards, Uplink Studios continues to…
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Phillies Former PR Man Larry Shenk Roots for World Series From Delaware County Retirement Community
Larry Shenk has a history with the Phillies going back to the 1960s so it’s no surprise he’s rooting for a World Series win this year from his Delaware County retirement community, writes Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia. Shenk, a former public relations director for the Phillies, is considered Philadelphia Phillies royalty, known to many as “The Baron.” “You go back to Jim…
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Cardinal O’Hara Lions Doubling Effort After Missing Championship
Last year, the Cardinal O’Hara Lions girls basketball team lost the opportunity to play in two championship games by three points. The Lions are determined not to see that happen again, writes Josh Verliln for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “After winning [both] my freshman year, it was a ton of fun,” said junior wing Molly Rullo.…
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For the Team, Garnet Valley Receiver Dante DeVuono Goes Where He’s Needed
They call Dante DeVuono a receiver, but you’re more likely to see him working as a blocker for the Garnet Valley Jaguars, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 17-year-old is a blocker about 95 percent of the time, said head coach Eric Van Wyk. But he also shines when that 5 percent opportunity…
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Travis and Jason Kelce Give Swifties a Crash Course in Football
Taylor Swift fans learned a little football during a Q&A with Travis and Jason Kelce after Taylor Swift showed up at Travis’ Kansas City Chiefs game Sunday, writes Natasha Dye for People. Many of the Swifties embraced football following Taylor Swift’s appearance at the game. As a courtesy, Travis and his brother, Philadelphia Eagles center…
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