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"With an extraordinary keen eye for talent, is the Eagles Howie Roseman in the same portal of executives as the late great Paul Brown?" I say he is! - (RH) 09/24
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My early NFL years http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=363&Itemid=190
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Editor's Choice Editor's Choice Editor's Choice !…(RH)…… 2025
PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES AND READ THESE INCREDIBLE RECOLLECTIONS -NEW STUFF IN !
Denzel Washington, Protest at Rutgers U, Walter Payton's Award, The Thanksgiving Day Holiday, Canton & 'Looie'
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"WITH TEMPERATURES HOVERING AROUND THE MID 80'S, RUNNERS STILL SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT"
The Paul Short's 51st Year Was Better Than Expected …(RH)…… 2025
There were a few surprises as the Crimson of Harvard grabs the 'Gold' team title
Ybsports Staff Illustration, (9/24) - Russ Harris
Paul Short Run – Lehigh University 2025-10-03
South Mountain Sports Campus, Bethlehem, Pa...................................XCOUNTRY.......................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (10/05/25) Russ Harris
There have been so many great ‘Gold’ 8000 Meters events at the Paulie Short Run held on Lehigh University’s incredible X Country Course Layout, that it can understood if spectators sometimes take for granted the greatness they are witnessing. Take for example the Men’s 2023 race which attracted the likes of the vaunted North Carolina Tarheels’ magnificent seven along with the ever present Villanova influence headed by their legendary Coach Marcus O’Sullivan. The memories of these great runners and the influences of their national rankings while competing at the short will be etched forever in the annals of eastern cross country running. In that 2022 race while making the turn just in front of the famed west end monuments, was a slew of runners tightly packed together at about the one mile mark. But what made this image so staggering was that here was a picture of some of the country’s best cross country teams commanding the entire two rows of the front lines, and they were just getting warmed up. It was North Carolina, Villanova, Providence, Utah State and Duke University with the most visible cast of names in the lead. Names like Carolina’s future stars Charlie Parker and Ethan Strand, as well as Nova’s Liam Murphy and Charlie O’Donnell.
Even Miami University’s most decorated Cross Country Superstar Daphnee Lavassas competed at the ‘Short’ in 2021. North Carolina would eventually go on to win the coveted title that day against the great Marcus O’Sullivan coached Wildcats, but there was more to come. This year’s race was again contested over a two day period which is the new format the Paul Short Race Director Deb Utesch and committee has adopted. In fact, the new format is necessary otherwise the last event would have been contested under the cover of darkness. This is a testament to the growth of the ‘Short’ and it wide spanning appeal. Another observation of how much the event has grown is the long lines of automobiles attempting to enter the Goodman Sports Complex during race day, or the over flowing parking lots filled with cars. It is an incredible sight to see, and I am being conservative in my compliments. In the years to come, this event will only get bigger, and better! But one thing is definitely certain, many of the nations future national champions, and presumable Olympians will have without a doubt, competed at one of the best cross country running events in the entire country.
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The Paul Short Run 2025-OPEN & GOLD RACE RESULTS BELOW
MORE ON 'PAUL SHORT' TO BE POSTED ON 'YBSPORTSNEWS.COM LATER TODAY
Men’s 8000 Meter ‘Gold’ Race Results: Top 5
1).Samuel Burgess (Harvard) 23.18.60
2).Birhand Harriman (Georgetown) 23.19.20
3).Tamrat Gavenes (Harvard) 23.20.10
4).Cooper Cawthra (Texas A&M) 23.20.90
5).MacCallum Rowe (Georgetown) 23.21.30
Men’s 8000 Meter ‘Gold’ Race Team Results
1).Georgetown University (103) points
2).Utah State University (125) points
3).Texas A&M University (137) points
4).Harvard University (156) points
5).Wingate University (182) points
Women’s 6000 Meter ‘Gold’ Race Results: Top 5
1).Emma De Jong (Princeton) 20.42.80
2).Olivia Martin (Princeton) 20.54.60
3).Emily Cooper (Princeton) 21.08.60
4).Sarah Pickering (Penn State) 21.17.30
5).Anna Chittenden (Princeton) 21.17.30
Women’s 6000 Meter ‘Gold’ Race Team Results
1).Princeton University (18) Points
2).Univ of Pennsylvania (50) Points
3).U.S. Naval Academy (112) Points
4).Elon University (157) Points
5).John Hopkins University (168) Points
Lehigh's Famed 'Paul Short Run' Kicks Off Tomorrow …(RH)…… 2025
Considered the premier High School & College XCountry Events on East Coast
High Schools will compete on Thursday with Colleges running on Friday
Starting times for both scheduled events are listed below. Rain or Shine!
High School is set for Thursday at 1:30pm - Colleges on Friday at 9:30am
South Mountain Sports Campus, Bethlehem, Pa...................................XCOUNTRY.......................................
Ybsports Staff Image, (Archived) Ellie J Billiard,
In the Women's Collegiate Open Race, the line of runners seen in the picture stretch over a quarter of a mile long.
Competitive Cross Country running doesn't get any bigger than Lehigh University's Paul Short Run. The university will celebrate it's 51st year for this famed running event which is known around the country as the Paulie Short Race. Competitors from as far away as Washington State have made the journey to Lehigh's legendary four course layout which features some of the more challenging , and picturesque, terrain in collegiate running. How incredible is this course layout? In a conversation with a former Lehigh Cross Country Head Coach, it was revealed that he and his wife began carving out the turns and navigation using their automobiles. So immersed had they become in completing the now famed color coded 10k and 6k layouts, that they literally burned up two of the family's car engines in the process. Today the 'Run' attracts some of the country's best Collegiate and High School Cross Country Runners who go on to national acclaim down the road. You will note the picture in the above article caption showcases runners from just about fifty of the country's major colleges. Names like North Carolina, Utah Valley, Princeton, Georgetown, South Carolina, Richmond, Miami, Villanova, Penn State, Virginia and so on are becoming regulars in both Men's and Women's races. It's taken the Lehigh Cross Country family some time to build its great competition up to the prestigious level it so richly deserves, and it will only serve to get better with time. The main question here is, will it get so big that it will eventually outgrow itself? Does anyone remember which years Lehigh actually hosted the NCAA Cross Country Champions? They were 1979, 1983 and 1993. And in case you were wondering what the national opinion was for those given to critique the race...They were called some of the greatest finishes in NCAA history! - Russ Harris, Editor
Satisfactory Gridiron Results For The Local College Teams …(RH)…… 2025
Lafayette Leopards 28.............................................Princeton Tigers 38
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 44.............................................UPenn Quakers 30
Kutztown Golden Bears 49.............................................Shepherd Rams 10
Rutgers Scarlet Knights 28.............................................Minnesota Golden Gophers 31
Feom The Desk In Telford, Pa...................................NCAA FOOTBALL......................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/29/25) Russ Harris
The Princeton Tigers Football Team traveled to the College Hill section of tiny Easton, Pennsylvania on Saturday afternoon looking for their first win of the season. And thanks to a pick six dt defensive cornerback Torian Roberts, the Tigers were able to increase their lead against the Leopards en route to a much needed win that put then at 1 and 1 on the year. At Lehigh's aesthetically beautiful Murray H. Goodman Stadium, Saturday's win against the Penn Quakers was extremely satisfying for Head Coach Kevin Cahill and his troops as they moved to 5-0 on the year, and kept their hopes for a home playoff berth alive in the Christmas City of Bethlehem. Star Running Back Luke Yoder scored two important TD's in the second half that gave the Mountain Hawks some decent breathing room. In West Virginia, Kutztown University continued their dominate play in the PSAC with a full thrashing of Shepherd U at Rams Stadium in Shepherdstown. The number five ranked Golden Bears moved to 3-0 and will return to Andre Reed Stadium on October 4th for a 'Pink Out' game against The Ship. Here is the heartbreaker! The talented Scarlet Knights of Rutgers made the journey to Minnetonka for a Big Ten meeting with the Golden Gophers. Coach Greg Schiano's gang fought valiantly in losing to the Minnesotans by three points. The Scarlet Knights can no longer be overlooked at any measure by any BIG10 team and that's a fact! Things will only get better for the New Jersey school with each season of power five competition. Stay tuned.
Ybsports Staff Image - Russ Harris,......https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Penn's Tight End Ryan O'Connell tries to haul in a pass in front of an unidentified Lehigh defender in final moments of game on Saturday.
Lafayette & Lehigh Welcome In Ivy Opponents On Saturday…(RH)…… 2025
The 3-1 Leopards will host the always touch Princeton Tigers at Fisher.
The 4-0 Mountain Hawks roll out the welcome carpet for UPenn.
Both squads off to their best start in years with a combined 7-1 slate.
From the desk in, Telford, Pa...................................NCAA FOOTBALL.......................................
Ybsports Staff Memo, (9/26/25) Russ Harris........https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Lafayette Pulls Away From Columbia In The 2ND Half …(RH)…… 2025
Lafayette Leopards 38.............................................Columbia Lions 14
Fisher Stadium, College Hill, Pa...................................PATRIOT LEADUE.......................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/20/25) Russ Harris
The scoreboard showed Lafayette holding onto a three point lead over the visiting Columia Lions of the IVY League at 17-14., but things would change dramatically in half number two, as the Leopards slowly ground the visiting New Yorkers into the Fisher Stadium turf by game's end. It's been a while sine the Pards' played a night game up on the 'Hill' in the College Hill section of the city,. Seven years to be exact! But with Third year Head Coach John Troxell's team looking at the start of a four game homestand, a win over the visiting powder blue Ivy's would just about set the tone for the Leopards run a gamut of wins in short order. Columbia, just playing their first game of the season, showed signs of not having any longstanding cohesiveness. as they were held scoreless in the second half after trailing by just three at halftime. Lafayette on the other hand were playing in their fourth game of the season, and it showed. The Leopards quickly asserted their dominance in the third quarter with two touchdowns and added one more score in the fourth to give them 38 points on the night. Again the Leopards were able to depend on the QB play of Dean DeNobile to chip in with another workman like contribution as he accounted for 166 yards in the air on 14 of 17 passing, with no INT's. Durable Running Back Kente Edwards again showed his brilliance on the ground for the Leopards with 150 yards of rushing on 25 carries and 3TD's. For more sports............https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Ybsports Staff Image - Russ Harris,
The Lafayette offensive linemen square off against Columbia's front four was the story of the day on the 'Hill'.
Things Are Looking Up For KU, LU And LC Football …(RH)…… 2025
From The Desk in Telford, Pa...................................NCAA PATRIOT & PSAC.......................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/18/25) Russ Harris
Kutztown University, Lehigh University and Lafayette College all are doing quite well in this early, or young gridiron season. This weekend all three are in good shape to extend their winning records after Saturday. The Golden Bears (2-0) will be at home to take on Gannon for a 12pm start at Andre Reed Stadium. The Mountain Hawks (3-0) travel to Lewisburg to battle the Bison of Bucknell University. And up on the 'Hill' in Easton, Pennsylvania the Leopards, under third year coach John Troxell look to go to (3-1) against the Columbia Lions at incredibly beautiful Fisher Stadium. For more............https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Ybsports Staff Image - Russ Harris,
Lehigh's quick striking tailback Luke Yoder is on the move in this year's early season game against Sacred Heart.
Maple Grove Raceway Park Gets Better With Time. …(RH)…… 2025
An over flow of dedicated Drag Racing fans flood the strip all weekend .......
Maple Grove Raceway, Mohnton, Pa....................................NHRA DRAG RACING.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/13/25) Russ Harris
September is supposed to be a time reserved for fall sports and pre autumn seasonal changes. High School, College and Pro Football have predominantly been the leaders in the clubhouse during the month of September. But every year in the second week of September, Maple Grove Raceway is transformed into a spectacle of fans, vendors and all things NHRA! For three days the grove was seriously packed with all kinds of curious and dedicated Hot Rod fans looking to get their power racing groove on. On probably one of the more unseasonably warm Sundays of the month, the campus was packed from the beginning of eliminations which began at 10:30am, and was still there by the time the final round rolled around at 4:30pm.For more.........https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Ybsports Staff Image - Boris Clark
A Nitro Funny Car hits a burnout just before it's second round blast down the front straightaway on Sunday in Mohnton.
Norfolk State Football Should Have Done It's Homework …(RH)…… 2025
Rutgers Scarlet Knights 60.............................................Norfolk State Spartans 10
SHI Stadium, Piscataway, Nj...................................B10 V. MEAC........................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/13/25) Russ Harris
Late in the third period of yesterday's game between first year coach Michael Vick's Norfolk State Spartans and Greg Schiano's Scarlet Knights in Piscataway, New Jersey, Vick journeyed down toward the end of his team's bench and saddled up to one of his assistant coaches standing alone by himself, and slowly shook his head as if to say,...I'm at a loss for words. The truth is Coach Vick and his team made one of the worst mistakes an incoming coach can make when coming into SHI...Under estimating Greg Schiano's football wisdom! For more............https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ see (News Section).
Ybsports Staff Image - Boris Clark
Former NFL star and first year coach Michael Vick looks for some answers during discussion with an Asst Coach.
Remembering 9/11 - The New Ground Zero & Oculus . …(RH)…… 2025
24 years later, America reflects. All images taken by Russ Harris. click linc below.
https://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=415&Itemid=247
NHRA 'Mission Foods' Drag Racing 3 Days Away . …(RH)…… 2025
The 'PEP BOYS' Nationals in West Reading Best Way To Kick Off Fall Sports....... https://nhra.com/nhra
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................NHRA DRAG RACING.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/10/25) Russ Harris
Review last year's NHRA cover by YBS. Just click below.
https://www.ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=367&Itemid=224
C'mon fellas, grab your partner and head out to West Reading this weekend and experience the thrill of NHRA Drag Racing! For most of you racing enthusiasts and fans of all series of Motorsports, NHRA Racing is just the thing to quench your appetite after a long summer of Nascar and IndyCar Racing. The addictive racing you'll get at an NHRA event is one of the quickest adenalin rushes one will experience, and leaves you wanting more. This year's NHRA Sportsman Roundup offers some incredibly cool stuff with made over programs like the Summit Racing Series and The Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series! The NHRA Sportsman Roundup brings you some of the most engaging 'social media' pages and invites fans from all walks of life into their world. Small wonder why each year I see so many Dads with their little Girls walking, holding hands at NHRA events. Click on the NHRA link above and check out this cool stuff for yourself. You won't be disappointed.
Ybsports Staff Image & Illustration, Russ Harris
About the image above - Tony Stewart has proven himself to be one of Motorsports quintessential renaissance men. Stewart's shadow in auto racing nearly spans the globe and everywhere he has gone he has raised the level of excellence for that particular racing series. Stewart once piloted the 'Habitat For Humanity' car pictured above on the Nascar circuit. Nascar's loss has been The NHRA's gain! Stewart met and married the love of his life (Leah Pruett) on the NHRA circuit. It seems as if she was the missing piece of the puzzle that has solidified Stewart's life. For the last two years Pruett made a decision to start a family while Tony carried the family's racing torch, but in 2026 Pruett will return to the NHRA scene driving for Team (TSR). The clock countdown has been set in motion. All be warned!
A Trio Of Intriguing Grid Games On Tap This Weekend…(RH)…… 2025
The Keystone and Garden States will host historic contests this Saturday.
Rutgers host (HBCU) Norfolk State, while Temple hosts #14 Oklahoma.
The UConn Huskies travel to Delaware to take on the Blue Hens.
From the desk in, Telford, Pa...................................NCAA FOOTBALL.......................................
Ybsports Staff Memo, (9/09/25) Russ Harris
For more on these games, click at right..................https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ .....See 'News Section'.
PANDEMONIUM ENSUES AT ZEPHYR STADIUM AS SASA GETS INDUCTED INTO HOF…(RH)…… 2025
The Feeling of being wanted, admired and loved never gets old, !Just ask Saquon Barkley
Straight off another dynamic performance in Philadelphia, 'The Champ' makes an appearance
Zephyr Stadium, Whitehall Coplay, Pa...................................INDUCTION CEREMONY..............
Ybsports Staff Column, Russ Harris
It was difficult finding room anywhere inside Whitehall High School's Football Stadium last night! And it wasn't because the Zephyrs were trying to keep a perfect undefeated record intact, nor was it because they were playing for a playoff spot. No no, there's only one other reason the small Coplay Township stadium would have been bursting at the seems with adoring fans looking to secure a spot inside the highly secured confine of WHSZS. Their favorite son had returned home to mark a very special occasion for the himself, the school and his fan base. Arguably one of the most famous names in all of sports, Barkley has reached a K@ height in stardom, and the Whitehall School District wants the world to know about it. And show off their love and admiration to their most celebrated student athlete ever, is exactly what they did. The Zephyrs aren't Nation is use to celebrating historic accomplishments by their athletes as their cupboard can boast some pretty pretty significant names. The one that comes to mind for me is Matt Millen of former NFL fame and holder of several Super Bowl Championship Rings. Millen made his fame playing for the Raiders and San Fransisco 48ERS' back in the day. But Barkley's star has far surpassed Millen's on the panoramic scale mostly because of his near inhuman exploits on the gridiron during the 24-25 season in the National Football League.
It is believed that super human feats can be accomplished if supported by super human adoration, and if this is true Saquon has become the poster boy for that campaign. Point in case, as I was walking towards the exit gate just after the induction ceremony had concluded, I passed by a swath of young boys, most of them in their early teens. They were ecstatic and couldn't contain that enthusiasm of just having experienced a close brush with their hero. Said one, " I just shook his hand, can you believe it!" "Geez, let me see your hand" cried out another! But the best comment of all was made by a third member of that same group when he said..."Boy, I would never wash that hand again if I were you!" You gotta love this unrehearsed, or unabashed display of idol hood by these young chaps, but this is what happens when you walk the path of life the correct way, and you put the goodwill of others above yourself and embrace humility. Saquon Barkley is a living example of that ethos! BTW, somewhere in there lost within the chaos of Barkley Mania there was a football game. That's right there was, and for the record, Whitehall simply annihilated their opponent, the Pocono Mountain Cavaliers by a score of 62 to 21. More on the game will be posted on the 'sister site' later this afternoon. Brothers' and Sisters' stay tuned!
Ybsports Staff Images, Russ Harris
Whitehall Area High School Administrator Mr. Bob Hartman gives a glowing intro prior to introducing Barkley to the huge crowd on Friday.
Key members of Saquon's family smile as they point to the video board showing Barkleys historic pedigree. As expected, Saqon isn't fazed by his accomplishments. He's even having trouble mustering up a smile, his humility won't allow it. Saquon's Mother Tonya, seated next to him, is flushed with pride during the ceremony.
Lehigh's Legendary Paul Short Classic Set For Oct 2, 3 …(RH)…… 2025
Considered the premier High School & College XCountry Events on East Coast
High Schools will compete on Thursday with Colleges running on Friday
South Mountain Sports Campus, Bethlehem, Pa...................................XCOUNTRY.......................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/30/25) Russ Harris
NHRA Drag Racing Just Around The Corner In Mohnton, Pa. …(RH)…… 2025
The 'PEP BOYS' National in West Reading Highlights The Regions Fall Racing ....... https://nhra.com/nhra
'Getting Called Out!' The Cool New Phenonmenom Hitting The Dragway Series
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................NHRA DRAG RACING.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/03/25) Russ Harris
Review last year's NHRA cover by YBS. Just click below.
https://www.ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=367&Itemid=224
If you’ve been following the theme for NHRA Racing this year, then you gotta know it has evolved into one of Motorsports most engaging events. One of the more entertaining spots on NHRA weekends have been the readouts from the drivers. This is where drivers are asked intriguing questions by adoring fans by removing a small piece of paper from a large clear glass bowl. Whether it’s J.R. Todd, Ron Capps, Cruz Pedregon, Bob Tasca III, Matt Hagan, Jack Beckman, Austin Prock, Brittany Force or Swedish superstar Ida Zetterstrom the comments are off the cuff and gives the viewers an uncut look inside the drivers mindset and their racing strategies. Ordinary people doing extraordinary things. The drivers are some of the most appreciative you’ll find in any sport, and aren’t shy in letting the viewers now about it. One of the coolest sets for most all fans and viewers of NHRA Racing has been the ‘call-out’ challenges! Drivers calling out other drivers to come and get some of this.
.......https://www.ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=397&Itemid=230
It’s a challenge where a drivers gets his chance to take down another driver off the line and a chance to earn some bragging rights for the time being. The Mission Foods Drag Racing Sponsorship has done an incredibly good job hyping the ‘It’s Too Fast, Too Tasty’ Series driving the sports popularity to zany heights! Big moments and super big surprises keeps you glued to your television sets watching any one of their Friday night thru Sunday afternoon races. The NHRA also remains the only Motorsport in America where gender matrices are locked into an equal playing field in all of their series disciplines. In other words, whether you’re male or female, there is no distinct or direct disadvantage for either driver once you are loaded into the cock pit of a Pro Stock, Funny Car or Top Fuel Dragster. The same goes for the Pro Stock Motorbike. Currently Tony Stewart is leading the points chase in Top Fuel with Shawn Langdon running second and Doug Kalitta rounding out the top three. In the Funny division it’s Austin Prock, Paul Lee second and Matt Hagan third. The Pro Stock series is led by Greg Anderson in first in the points race with Dallas Glenn in second place, followed by the incomparable Erica Enders sitting at number three. Matt Smith and Gaige Herrera keep the top two spots in Motorbike with Richard Gadson filling out the top three spots.
Quite A Week's Worth Of Gridiron Action On Display …(RH)…… 2025
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 21...............................................Richmond Spiders 14
South Mountain Sports Campus, Bethlehem, Pa...................................PATRIOT LEAGUE........................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/30/25) Russ Harris
#14 Lehigh 21` - #22 Richmond 14.............https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ For more.(tbsportsnews) section
Richmond University made the 5 plus hour bus ride from the state that proclaims itself as the state for lovers to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania looking to share some of that love, But on Saturday afternoon inside the aesthetic confines of Lehigh University’s Murray H. Goodman Stadium, the vastly improving Mountain Hawks under third year head coach Kevin Cahill, there was definitely no love to find. Cahill, a Yale spinoff, has seemingly returned the brown & white to it’s old glory days of former coach Kevin Higgins and in some ways has made winning on the South Mountain Lower Saucon Campus as constant as a Northern Star. The defending Patriot League Champions and second round NCAA finalists spotted the Spiders a seven point lead before mounting their comeback under brilliant sunny and blue skies. On their ways to a second round appearance in last year’s NCAA FCS National Playoffs, the Hawks had to dispose of a very talented Spider Team in the state for lovers, and yesterday at home they had to conquer that same hurdle again. Luckily for the Mountain Hawks they had sophomore running back Jaden Green available because his two touchdowns were critical in fact, it was his final dash into the endzone gave Lehigh the lead for good in the fourth quarter. After going scoreless in the first quarter the Hawks scored a touchdown in each of the last three quarters to total their 21 points for the afternoon. One very important note of reference regarding the Richmond Spiders and the possible change of momentum. In the second quarter the Spiders had a drive stalled deep in Lehigh territory and opted to go for a field goal and push their lead to ten points, but the attempt sailed wide. Later during a short conversation with one of the team's administrators I learned their former kicker who was considered by Richmond's standards to be one of the best in the nation, had transferred to Maryland through the 'portal'. Why? For a small amount of money!
Ybsports Staff Images, Boris Clark
Richmond Defensive Lineman Donovan Hollette gets ready to take the field during the first quarter of Saturday's game.
West Reading, Woolfrum Field Pa.....................................'PIAA - FOOTBALL'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/30/25) Russ Harris
Wyomissing Spartans -29 Haverford School - 26 .................https://www.ybsportsnews.com/ For more.(tbsportsnews) section
‘Wait until you come to Wyomissing!’ Words thought, but never spoken?! I guess we’ll never know, but there is one thing that is decidedly certain, Wyomissing High School’s PIAA Class 3A Football Team didn’t back down from the state’s other presumably 6A powerhouse yester day at Bob Woolfrum Field in a return clash between the two football titans. The bigger, stronger, faster Fords swung mightily at the smaller Spartans, but coach Woolfrum’s gang never blinked. The two teams went back and forth for four full quarters with each landing haymakers on the other and when it was all over, the Spartans and their fan base rejoiced jubilantly with the players near the Spartans corner of their home stands. Much will be written or made of Wyo’s tremendous back Justice Hardy’s amazing tackle breaking 35 yard run around right end for the go ahead score, but in all truth Hardy’s efforts were made possible by the Spartans tough interior line and some supporting bulldozing type runs from senior QB Chase Eisenhardt. Both teams featured some incredibly gifted athletes like Haverford’s Marcus Jones and lightning quick senior Running Back Steve Cobb who broke off a dazzling jaunt down the left end for a 55 yard scamper and six points. But it was an ill advised play on a punt that was muffled by the ford return man that actually sealed the visitors fate. Realizing that he had committed too close to the ball, was unable to readjust his forward momentum and avoid the approaching ball, The fumble was recovered by Wyomissing who then held the ball as time ran out.
Blue Eagle Stadium, Nazareth, Pa.....................................'PIAA - FOOTBALL'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/30/25) Russ Harris
Nazareth Blue Eagles -62 Whitehall Zephyrs - 33
The Blue Eagles of Nazareth Area High School’s Football Team will play it’s last conference game of it’s 100 year existence against Easton Area High School. Why ia this signifibant and why woild I bring this up so early in the season one might ask? Well it’s because it seems as though these two are on a head on collision in claiming East Penn Conference supremacy, and that last meeting will in all likelihood decide the title. Easton easily handled the Spring Ford Rams on Friday in Royersford while Nazareth thoroughly dismantled the Zephyrs at home of Blue Eagle Field. The Blue Eagles were once again led by their dynamic duo of QB Peyton Falzone and RB Marquez Wimberly. Falzone, an actual Auburn Tiger commit, yes that Auburn of the famed (SEC), was last year’s EPC MVP and the 2023 player of the year, has shown to be one of the brightest lights that have shined in the league the last few years. His backfield mate Wimberly has also shown that he is also one of the league’s more dangerous return men. Together they have combined for more than seventy percent of the Blue Eagles offense this year.
It All Comes Down To One Game In Magical Williamsport, PA. …(RH)…… 2025
Connecticut loses in U.S. title game against Mountain region champion Las Vega, Nevada.
After disposing of a brilliant Aruban team 1=0, Chinese Taipei advances
LLWS Complex -S. Williamsport, Pa.....................................'THE LLWS'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/24/25) Russ Harris
The Connecticut Fairfield Little League National Team must be kicking themselves today after losing to Las Vegas, Nevada in the U.S. title game on Saturday in Williamsport, Pa. It was only a few days ago that Connecticut, the Metro Region Representative at this incredible 13 day spectacle, had easily dominated the Mountain Region Representatives 7-3. Little did the Metro kings realize that they would have to face Nevada again, but this time for all the marbles. In an age where talent is in abundance and om display for all to see, coaching and strategic planning could make all the difference in winning and losing, it was never more apparent than Saturday at Howard J. Lamade Stadium. I guess everyone is an expert when it comes time to pass judgement after a game has been played, and are quick to point out what they would have done differently, but does that really matter anymore! Emotion and luck always play more importance in the outcomes than we know, Just ask the Southeast Representative South Carolina when their bottom of the seventh inning walk off win stunned an incredibly talent laden team and it's star Maxen Snoozy, who helped his team take a four run lead at the top of the overtime period only to witness the miracle at Lamade against them fifteen minutes later.
On the International side, what else can be said of the Caribbean Representative Aruba! The young Aruban Knights were spectacular during their four game game tip toe through a landmine of superb international talent only to have to face the precision play of one Chinese Taipei. In years previous, the Asian Pacific Representative would generally leave no doubt about how troublesome they would be for opposing teams because the scores would reflect such. But this year's version of the island wunderkinds appear to do just enough to keep pulling out close win after close win, and. against some brilliant coaching! Don't be fooled by Taipei's low scoring win over the Aruban phenoms and their star Marte', because on championship Sunday when it matters most, their robotic and systematic approach to the game will show up on the biggest stage of all. The championship game will folow the game for third place when Connecticut takes on Aruba in the consolation matchup which starts at 10:00am Esatern Standard Time.
PA Prep Gridiron Kicks Off This Week With Early Impact Games …(RH)…… 2025
Districts 1, 3, 11 and 12 open season with independent clashes this Friday and Saturday
Chester, Father Judge, Imhotep, Abe Lincoln, Easton and CB West open scheduling
From the desk in Telford, Pa.....................................'PIAA - FOOTBALL'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/17/25) Russ Harris
Mexico Lives To Fight Another Day In Elimination Games …(RH)…… 2025
First they stage a cardiac comeback against an incredibly determined Puerto Rican Team
Then on Sunday, play a game for the ages against a talented Panamanian Team
LLWS Complex -S. Williamsport, Pa.....................................'THE LLWS'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/17/25) Russ Harris
3 Days And 12 Games - Diamond Heaven in Williamsport PA …(RH)…… 2025
Connecticut LLWS Team takes down a tournament favorite in Hawaii
After beating Texas on Wednesday, the Metro Leaguers shine on Friday night
LLWS Complex -S. Williamsport, Pa.....................................'THE LLWS'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/15/25) Russ Harris
The Hawaiian LLWS Team was expected to win their debut game n Friday night inside fabulous Lanade Stadium in this year's Little League World Series edition. But someone forgot to tell the Connecticut Fairfield Team who they were playing. The Metro League representative has been building quite a reputation for posting close knit one run comeback wins. They did it on opening day in Lamade against one the tournaments. consistant American favorites Texas and again on Friday night when it certainly looked as if they would have to repeat the feat again as Honolulu, Hawaii kept them scoreless for five innings before the Fairfield kids jumped all over them and scored five runs at the top of the inning. With that win Connecticut puts itself in good position to play for the title. Now they just have to keep up the momentum. One day earlier the host state team Glenmmor LL lost a very close and tightly contested 2-0 game against South Dakota and its' left handed pitching machine Max Snooza. PA now gets ready to take on a game Illinois team that is the top rep for the Great Lakes Region. In all total, the games have been electric starting with the Czech Republic's win over the Aussies to Aruba, the Carribean representative and their exciting win over a 1-0 Panamanian squad.
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Members of Japan's LLWS contingent take time out to give a group picture after winning their game.
Pennsylvania Advances In Regional Final. Next - LLWS …(RH)…… 2025
The West Chester based area team knocks off Maryland for second time
Once in the borough of champions, the Chester County kids will feel the joy
LLWS Complex -S. Williamsport, Pa.....................................'THE LLWS'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/05/25) Russ Harris
The LLWS will kick off its' 2025 games on Wednesday morning, but make no mistake about it the series has already begun in the minds of all of the competitors and their family members. But the real start to the tournament begins on big Tuesday because this is when the teams will be getting their uniforms, taking flips, (pictures) and taking questions from their media compatriots. But the team from Pennsylvania will be having their accomplishments honored by a special event, a picnic which will be hosted by the Pennsylvania School of Technology. And as if that isn't enough to get your adrenalin flowing, the team will join the other 19 teams as they board a float that will cruise through sections of this revered area that will eventually land them in the downtown area. Along the route, thousands will collect both from the Williamsport area proper and from outside the region. It's a spectacle worth making the trip for. To the kids, (players) it matters! PA. is set to open play on Thursday early evening inside HJL Stadium against a competitive Souix Falls team from South Dakota and winners of the Mid West Regional Region.
This will be the 5th straight year that the host state will have a tournament representative competing so maybe now the fifth time will be the charm. American teams have won their share of championships, but the overall title holders of the belt have to be the Chinese Taipei teams with their sixteen or more championships. As mentioned in the earlier column below, this could be a bucket list item. but it shouldn't be simply because it is still one of the events that pretty much brings the world together at one location, and you don't have to catch a flight anywhere if you're a native of the commonwealth. Glenmoor, the PA. representative has shown that it can be explosive at times, but has also shown a strong fabric of resilience for coming from behind. One of the teams who will be missing from this year's tournament will be the Cuban delegates because of a rotational addendum that has them being substituted out with Puerto Rico and Panama. In past years i've stopped into some of the local stores to shop, and during my visit I'm always cognizant to ask store merchants, how's business going! The answer I always get is, splendid! For 78 years this incredible has been growing and undoubtedly has given great return to the region's social economy, and with the exposure the games are getting on television during the regional contests, the end point will always be the borough just north of route 80, that sits in the seat of Lycoming County.
* THE BENGALS ABLE TO STAY WITHIN SEVEN POINTS OF DEFENDING CHAMPIONS…(RH)…… 2025 *
The 'winners and losers' talk shouldn't be a part of the evaluation process
From The Desk in Telford, Pa.....................................'EAGLES '.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/25) Russ Harris
The NFL pre season games don't always tell you which team has come out of their two week training camp period more prepared than their opponent, but it is a good indicator of how good a team can be coming out of the starting blocks stronger once the season starts. A lot is going on inside the dynamics of an early season scrimmage game with guys putting their best foot forward trying to make the team, and with the first team players sitting on healthy contracts resting. So most pre season game outcomes aren't etched in stone as to which teams will go on and secure a playoff berth at season's end. If you listen to what is being said on the radio your thinking of who's been productive and who hasn't can become a bit clouded at best. But then the 'Birds' General Manager Howie Roseman puts it all in order and gives better clarity and credibility to what your eyes are seeing. Backup QB Tanner McKee had a strong showing with his 20 of 25 attempt and completion record and 2 touchdowns on the night. On the defensive side of the ball, Junior Trotter continues to shine from week to week and was especially effective tracking the flow of play and when you're going against the likes of Joe Burrows and Jamarr Chase, that isn't an easy task. Second year Eagle Jahan Dotson continues to prove his value that he can be counted on whenever further proving that the Eagles brass's decision to bring him here was a good one.
* THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES OPEN SUMMER TRAINING CAMP- SO FAR, SO GOOD…(RH)…… 2025 *
GM Howie Roseman & HC Nick Sirianni give a substantive press conference following day 1 of camp
The team's scheduling by the NFL leaves much thought as to why the Birds don't play back to back home games
It's That Time Of Year Again, S. Williamsport, LLWS …(RH)…… 2025
The three main regions in our neck of the woods get set to play their championships today
Then it's off to South Williamsport to begin their dream run in Baseball Heaven
LLWS Complex -S. Williamsport, Pa.....................................'THE LLWS'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/05/25) Russ Harris
Want a boost of a lifetime? Then South Williamsport, Pennsylvania would be a great place to start. An idea that was first envisioned in the year 1939 inside the mind of Carl Stotz, an oil company clerk in Williamsport proper, actually became a thing in 1947 when the first game was played. Back then only two states made up the LLWS, Pennsylvania and New Joisey. But years later the 'old facility' on West Fourth Street in Williamsport would open its' gates for play in 1959, just prior to moving the game once again to the South Williamsport section of the township thanks to the installation of the Howard J. Lamade Stadium. I must admit that if you drive up to the LLWS complex and closely scan the entire layout of where the buildings that are situated on the property, you immediately begin to appreciate just how special the vision was by whomever that saw this before it actually became a reality. And you know who else knows they are competing in something really special? The Kids...of all ages! The looks oon their faces tell you that. The jubilation a person feels walking the grounds at the Little League World Series complex is hard to describe. Seeing people from different continents and, or countries smiling and nodding hello in your direction is life changing.
It's pretty much a lot like being at the U.S. Open in Flushing, New York and sitting next to twenty different groups talking in their native tongue at any one of the outer courts! It's fascinating and empowering all at once! As well, admission is free so how can you lose! If you live in Pennsylvania, this should not be a bucket list item for christ sakes! I love Indy Car Racing and years ago Nazareth, Pennsylvania hosted the annual 'Bosch 200' race in Upper Nazareth, a half hours drive from my home. It was a dream in heaven for me to be able to be there in the person and enjoy this incredible event. But now, if I want to see an Indy Car Race in person, I have to travel to Indianapolis, Florida, Iowa, Texas, Mid-Ohio or even Toronto. It's never the same when you lose something so special! I guess my point is...there is no excuse for not driving a few hours to show your appreciation for something so grand. Here are the teams from our northeast region. The Mid-Atlantic; Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. The Metro; Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey. The New England Region; Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. See ya there!
It's Journalism Again, This Time In The Most Dramatic Fashion …(RH)…… 2025
Look over yonder – what do you see , the sun is a rising – most definitely, a new day is coming – people are changing, ain’t it beautiful - Crystal Blue Persuasion, better get ready – gonna see the light, love is the answer – and that’s alright, so don’t you give up now – cause love’s so easy to find, just look to your soul – and open your mind! - Tommy James and the Shondells.
Monmouth Park -Ocean Port, Nj....................................'THE HASKELL'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (7/19/25) Russ Harris
While ‘super horse’ Journalism was busy setting up the field of wannabewinners today in the 1 million dollar Haskell Stakes at the incredibly beautiful Monmouth Park Racetrack, another beautiful thing was happening on these sacred grounds. Young people gave the park a new kind of jolt that could only be found in a racing facility’s dream. First Churchill, then The Preakness and now the track by the ocean.
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Randomized takes the 'Molly Pitcher' with Jockey Flavien Prat aboard the Filly in Grade 4 race #10
The attendance for Saturday's race was a sparkling 41,900. That's the largest crowd there since 2015
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Unbeknownst to Luis Saez and Gosger (in front) Journalism is poised to snatch the win away from them at the final pole.
As expected but not without a cardiac moment, Rispoli gave Journalism a pat on the head after winning the Haskell.
Journalism Takes On The Field At Haskell Day …(RH)…… 2025
Race Is Loaded With Star Studded Field On All Sides. Baffert's 'Goal Oriented Ready To Run
The Haskell Is The 12th Race Out Of 14 On The Monmouth Race Schedule Post Time 5:45
Monmouth Eacetrack, Still The Most Picturesque Racing Facility In The Northeast
OceanPort, Nj....................................'BREEDERS CUP PRELIM'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (7/25) Russ Harris
Wimbledon At 'The Hill' Is Still A Huge Hit In Brooklyn …(RH)…… 2025
Huge crowd watch Italy's Jannik Sinner outclass Spain wunderkind Carlito Alcaraz
Long lines and patience prove worth the wait just to get a coveted spot inside the gate
The Pier At #6, NY, NY....................................'THE HILL EXPERIENCE'.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (7/25) Russ Harris
Whomever came up with the phrase 'Breakfast at Wimbledon', make that 'Breakfast On The HILL' knew what they were thinking about. The phrase conjures up thoughts of actually being on 'Henman's Hill' which is a famous plot of land located inside the famous gates of the All England Lawn And Tennis Club, but just outside the main stadium court. The Kentucky Derby has it's 'Mint Julep' and Wimbledon has their 'Strawberries And Cream'! But where on state side could you go to get a taste of what it must be like to travel to England and experience the royalty of the world's most famous and sacred tennis grounds? Some would say across the Brooklyn Bridge - turn right and follow the path to the fast rising in popularity 'The Hill' at Pier number six. Here you will come as close to feeling the pageantry and glitz the real Wimbledon goers' feel at the world renown tennis shrine known as the most beautiful 'Centre Court' in the entire world.
Ybsports Staff Image, Russ Harris
Brooklyn's 'The Hill' a Wimbledon fantasy, offers a unique perspective for tennis hungry fans the famous pier six landing.
What People Are Talking About Today In Sports? …(RH)…… 2025
Cooper Flagg's NBA Debut, The WNBA All Star Game, Nascar's Playoff Point Chase, The MLB
Take Your Pick. You Really Can't Go Wrong Because Everything's Heating Up!
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................SUMMERTIME BLITZ.....................
Ybsports Staff Column, (7/25) Russ Harris
Based on the amount of votes they received for the upcoming WNBA All Star Game, stars Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier have earned the status of captains for their respective teams. The WNBA is pulling out all stops with this one as the team selections will be televised live on ESPN's WNBA Countdown next Tuesday evening. Clark, the Fevers shooting sensation will have the first pick from the starters rotation while Collier will draw her first selection from the reserve pool. ESPN has done itself a solid by installing the new ir most recent edition of 'sports talk show hosting' with the introduction of the new 'Vibe Check' show. Three ladies' Elle Duncan, Andraya Carter and Chiney Ogwumike are bringing a renewed interest from young girls across America with their 'living room' talk show appeal and vibed up energy. It's definitely giving us a new summertime buzz. Keep it going ESPN, you've actually pushed the right buttons with the birth of this one!, now do yourself one more solid, ask yourself why is it so important to you to have Stephen A. Smith gracing your television cameras each and every morning! Ok folks, so let's do this! The short, but much anticipated debut of Cooper Flagg didn't have the appeal that we all were looking for, but give it time.
Flagg is loaded with an arsenal of athletic gifts as he gains better familiarity with the NBA game and it's plethora of players with enormous length, he'll take off. Cooper finished with ten points on a platry five for twenty one attempts, but had some spectacular moments in between. Former Gonzaga point guard Ryan Nemhard somewhat stole the show leading all Dallas Mavericks players with 21 points and several assists as the Mavs took this game by a two point margin 87-85. Said Flagg on Nemhard after the game, "he is an incredible player!" Nascar's 'Chase For The Cup' has a tantalizing ring to it, but more importantly, it is an incredibly cool concept. with the final race of the season featuring the top four drivers based on points, battling it out for the right to be named king of the hill at race's end. And what adds to the fascination of the playoffs run is the manner in how the competitors are eliminated. Take for example, the playoffs consist of three rounds of three races each, followed by a final race with the top four going for all the marbles. After every round drivers are eliminated based on how they finished in that round. Ultimately the field of competing drivers will shrink from 16 to 12 to 8 until there are only 4 remaining. This model of playoff sequences along with the inception of the '3 stages' per race event has lifted Nascar's popularity to incredible heights!
COMING EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO THIS SUMMER:
Nascar At Dover Speedway, NHRA At Maple Drove in Reading,Pa., A'Town Throwdown BB Tourney At Cedar Beach in Allentown, Pa.
SGA, SVG - Both Are Bringing Renewed Excitement To Us …(RH)…… 2025
THE WINDY CITY BACKDROPS FOR ANOTHER MAGICAL TAPESTRY IN NEXGEN CUP RACING
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................NASCAR CUP SERIES......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (7/25) Russ Harris
"So let it be written, so let it be done." The highly acclaimed movie 'The Ten Commandments' gave the world some of the best lines in movie making history, but none were more famous than the aforementioned quote by the great Yul Brenner. The meaning of the quote carried an epitaph of power and finality as it left Ramses and his empire in shackles. Prior to the NBA Finals this year all the talk was about the Oklahoma City Thunder and it's all world superstar Shai Gilgeous Alexander (SGA), and their prognosis of winning the 2024-25 title primarily off the back of Alexander's superior play. This had been said by the throngs in the sports media world, and it was written on June 22, 2025. During the week of July 4th this holiday weekend we were treated to another brand of "so let it be written, so let it be done" brand of talk about the prohibitive favorite of Nascar's second visit to the town that Jordan built, and it was all about Shane Van Gisbergen, affectionately known as (SGA) and him hoisting the trophy at race's end. SVG didn't disappoint as he not only won the coveted Nascar race on Sunday afternoon under severely threatening skies holding off a hard charging Tyler Reddick who finished in third place, but he also managed to keep enough distance between himself and runner up Ty Gibbs and his #54 Toyota Camry 'Monster' car. SVG also took the Xfinity race on Saturday afternoon on Chi-Town's highly popular 2.5 mile 11 turn 'street course' layout. In winning the Xfinity on Saturday and holding off eighteen year old Connor Zillisch in the process, he secured a sweep of both races, and actually giving him three road course wins in a row if you are including the inaugural race in Mexico last month. At the beginning of June the thought of Van Gisbergen making a playoff run had to seem remotely implausible by anyone's standards, but with two more road course races coming up in the next four weeks and his seemingly invincibility on those backdrops...one never knows, do they!
Reddick, Wallace or Bowman; Who's paying Mike the real honor of being on 'Team 45?" Folks were probably really impressed with how Tyler Reddick comported himself both during and after the Chicago Street Race. He always seems to know what to do, or where to be at pivotal times on the track, but more importantly, he seems to know what to say afterwards. On Sunday he exhibited those same impressive qualities in Chicago after the Grant Park 165. Always poised to answer questions intellectually and always calculating in his own post race assessments. Conversely, Alex Bowman and Bubba Wallace continues to confound fans. During a pre-race interview while walking alongside team mate Bubba Wallace, Bowman spoke briefly about race war strategy and appeared to send out signals that team support carried the highest importance. Then he goes out and spins team mate Bubba Wallace eventually causing Wallace to fall completely out of contention at race's end and causing nearly irreparable damage to Wallace's chances of getting into the year end playoff picture. And the magnitude of his actions couldn't have happened at a worse time with both he and Wallace running in a top ten spot with just over a few laps remaining in the race. Wallace on the other hand, still feels it's necessary to retaliate by giving Bowman a bit of a door knock bringing more attention to an already sensitive issue, and bringing fines down on himself from Nascar's governing body. So the time may have come for more cooler heads to intervene and give Bubba and Bowman a once over. Should it be Denny Hamlin, the half owner of the 23X1 Team, or the legendary one, Sir Michael Jordan? Go figure, but the question still remains, who really deserves to wear the 'Jordan Brand Logo' on their fire suit? From the outside and judging the fans reactions, we know that Reddick is clearly the leader in the clubhouse!
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New Zealander Shane Van Gisbergen's #88 'Culture Safety' car sits ready on pit road prior to the start of the 'Great American 400' at Pocono Raceway on June 22. SVG has been formidable enough this year that his efforts have earned him a full time ride on the Xfinity circuit and a larger than expected part time ride on Nascar's Cup Series races. The paint scheme for SVG's purple ride was redone in a sllek looking white with yellow and black trim for the Chicago Street Race.
Cooper DeJean Wins HR Derby Contest At Iron Pigs Park …(RH)…… 2025
OUTSLUGS LAST YEAR'S CHAMPION ISAIAH RODGERS FOR TROPHY
DAVONTA SMITH'S WALK OFF HOMER IN BOTTOM OF INNING WINS IT
SAQUON BARKLEY'S APPEARANCE GIVES ADDED BOOST TO GAME
LOCAL STAR JAHAN DOTSON SHINES AS WELL IN THIS FIELD OF STARS
Coca Cola Park - Allentown, Pa......................................................CELEBRITY SOFTBALL......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
Amazing happenings haven't been the norm around the Phillies Triple A affiliate Iron Pigs Baseball Team which plays their home games at Allentown's Coca Cola Park, but on Saturday afternoon it was a different story. That's because the Eagles' star wideout Davonta Smith was holding his fourth summertime classic otherwise known as the Eagles' Celebrity Softball Game before an enormously vocal packed house. Everyone benefitted during this sunny and somewhat warm afternoon. The fans, the Eagle's Autism Foundation, the players and the Iron Pigs organization. Speaking of which, The 'Pigs' parking authority had to contend with directing and controlling several lots that were overflowing with parked by eager fans salivating to get inside just so they could get a glimpse of their favorite Eagles' star. And at over ten bucks per vehicle, I would say that the take for the Allentown affiliate was pretty good. Inside things were at a high tempo pitch as fans appeared to take turns seeing who could scream the loudest when their player got in the batter box, or just happened to make his presence known. The Eagles' fastest rising celebrity it seems appears to be Cooper DeJean, the young 21 year old defensive back who stole the show in last year's Super Bowl win against Patty Mahomes and his Chef's with a 'pick 6'. But when the NFL's newest darling Saquon Barkley made his appearance known to those in attendance the crowd went bonkers. This idea of bringing together fans, players and surrounding communities to this electric park is one of genius by the Eagles dynamic receiver. The Eagles' entire body of administrators should also be commended for their continued support in their position of backing such an event as well as the work Mr. Lurie and his under studies have put towards the Autism Foundation.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Russ Harris,
One of the Eagles' Super Bowl hero 'Cover' DeJean loads up on a pitch during Saturday's Home Run Derby at Pigs Park in Allentown.
Eagles' Davonta Smith's Summer Classic Game All Set …(RH)…… 2025
THE IRON PIG'S COCA COLA PARK WILL HOST GAME THIS SATURDAY AT 3:00PM
GATES OPEN AT NOON AND HOME RUN DERBY BEGINS AT 1:30PM
Coca Cola Park - Allentown, Pa...................................CELEBRITY SOFTBALL ......................
The game has always been a sellout but this year's game will be much more special with the return appearance of the NFL's Madden Cover Superstar Saquon Barkley.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Russ Harris,
Chase Briscoe Cleverly Works His Magic At Pocono …(RH)…… 2025
OUTDUELS DENNY HAMLIN AND RYAN BLANEY IN THE LAST 30 LAPS FOR WIN
AN EARLY MORNING RAIN ONLY DELAYS THE INEVITABLE, A SHOOTOUT!
POCONO'S 'TRICKY TRIANGLE' PRODUCES ANOTHER FANTASTIC THRILLER
The Tricky Triangle, Long Pond, Pa......................................................NASCAR RACING......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
Chase Briscoe had the unenviable challenge of holding off two of Nascar's most experienced driver's in Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney who have both won before at the famed 'Tricky Triangle'. Hamlin, one of the areas most beloved villains would have loved nothing better than to hear a chorus of boos' from the legion of loud and fiercely committed loyal Pocono Raceway fan base. But Briscoe had other ideas about who he wanted to read about in the newspapers following the race's conclusion...himself. And if he wanted to win this as badly thought, then he was gonna have to outfox to other drivers' who are very familiar with the subtle nuances of this legendary track and wouldn't hesitate to slingshot around Briscoe and steal the win. But Briscoe is somewhat very cagey in his own way and he proved on Sunday by looking down the gauntlet and snaring the winner's trophy at race's end much to the delight of a packed house because it was clear to me during the driver introductions that Hamlin wasn't the crowd's first choice in winning. Aside from having to battle Hamlin, (JGR's) other race team and Blaney, waiting in the wings and laying low for an opportunity to try and snatch the title from Briscoe were Nascar's other two highly popular and hard charging duos of Chris Buescher and Chase Elliot. who finished fourth and fifth respectively as they rounded out the top five. The top five spots were taken up by two Toyotas, two Fords and one Chevrolet in that order. For his credit to finishing runners up to Briscoe, (JGR's) Denny Hamlin copped the number one seed going into Nascar's coveted playoff standings. As with in past years, things really start to heat up in Nascar post the climatic Pocono race leaving just ten races to go to decide who gets all the marbles.
The Tricky Triangle, Long Pond, Pa......................................................NASCAR RACING......................
POCONO RACEWAY - IT'S ANOTHER SELL OUT AT ONE OF NASCAR'S BEST KEPT SECRETS / The 'TT'
The Great Getaway 400 as it is so aptly called lives up to it's namesake in every way imaginable. The area offers some of the most picturesque and undulating landscapes known to man and is artistically centered practically within the middle of some of the most incredible and adoring vacation spots in the commonwealth, also offers a racetrack that in my estimation is one of Nascar's hidden gems and best kept secrets. The combination of America's top auto racing sport which began in the deep south, but now makes the state of Pennsylvania one of it's annual stops is captivating. Living in the counties of Northampton and Bucks I often travel to this lush and spacious area and I am still blown away with how it is seemingly buried deep in the hills of the Pocono Mountains, yet so close to civilization. Making this track one of it's scheduled stops is undeniably one of the marvels of Nascar. It is akin to traveling a lonesome road in the Eastern most part of Tennessee and out of the woods comes this other incredible racing venue called Bristol Race Track! The thinking and the planning behind the vision of Rose and Joseph Mattioli many years ago, and the trust they must have undoubtedly felt in Nascar has left all of us here in this part of the country much to the greater and speaks unequivocally to Nascar's standing to communities and to its' people.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Boris Clark
With the race getting such a late start because of rain, the sun began to set just as the last several laps were winding down. Above pit crew members of Briscoe's (JGR) Joe Gibbs Racing are seen celebrating the huge win at Pocono Raceway on Sunday evening as they bask in the apparent golden glow of a setting sun seen here getting caught up in the moment. Gibbs, one of Nascar's most celebrated and respected race team owners was later seen being hoisted up in the air by an unknown supporter commemorating the big victory.
Team (JR Motorsports) Wins Xfinity Race At Pocono …(RH)…… 2025
DALE EARNHARDT Jr. SUBS-IN AS CREW CHIEF AND GUIDES TEAM TO BIG VICTORY
FANS GET THEIR MONEY'S WORTH WITH THRILLING WIN IN THE XFINITY RACE
HALL OF FAMER GUIDES ROOKIE DRIVER TO INCREDIBLE WIN IN OLD #88 CAR
The Tricky Triangle, Long Pond, Pa......................................................NASCAR RACING......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
If you were a true Nascar fan yesterday's thrilling win at Pocono Raceway pretty much sealed the deal with you getting everything you wanted with your visit to the famed tri-oval nicknamed 'The Tricky Triangle' in Long Pond, Pa. But if you were a loyal follower of Dale Earnhardt Jr. who was voted the most beloved Nascar Driver on several occasions, then you had to have achieved the maximum state of euphoria in late afternoon at the 'Pond'! For the first time this season Junior took the pilot's chair for suspended crew chief Mardy Lindley #88 Chevrolet and did the unthinkable.. In assuming control as CC for one of his four Nascar race teams Junior was able to traverse the thinking of his current eighteen year old Connor Zilisch nerves and push to the brink of near stardom. Zilisch, who passed Jesse Love who was driving another Chevrolet, sort of slung by the surprised Love on the final lap to secure the thrilling win at the famed tri-oval. Earnhardt Jr. who was reported as being as excited as ever to sub in as crew chief for the displaced Lindley was equally optimistic of Zilisch's chances with himself sitting in the crew chief's chair for the rookie driver during this race. Four out of the top five spots were won by drivers piloting their Chevrolet's and that includes the highly popular Chase Elliot who finished in fourth place.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Boris Clark
If ever a picture's expression spoke a 1,000 words, this is it! Even in probably one of his more memorable moments in his Hall of Fame career, Jr. as he is called by most of his admirers, seems thoroughly humbled in the moment by what just happened in Long Pond, Pa. with his youngest race car driver Connor Zilisch as he walks with his wife at left, and their two young children as they head to the victory lane post race celebration. The kids seem completely unfazed by the cameras and the attention especially the little one he's holding in his arms. And that's right 'Lil Sis', your daddy's a winner! - R Harris
Nascar Delivers At The Pond In Craftsman's Series Truck Race …(RH)…… 2025
A YOUNG LAYNE RIGGS HOLDS OF TANNER GRAY AT THE TAPE FOR THE WIN
'HIS THREE AND A HALF SECOND VICTORY EARNS HIM THE MILLERTECH BATTERY 200 BELT'
The Tricky Triangle, Long Pond, Pa......................................................NASCAR RACING......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
For most of yesterday's MillerTech Battery 200 at one of Nascar's few remaining celebrated 'super speedways', the track they call the 'Tricky Triangle' once again exhorted the Craftsman Truck Series Drivers' to pull out all stops if they were to take the checkered flag at venerable Pocono Raceway, and that's exactly what a determined Layne Riggs and his Front Row Motorsports Ford 34 and his team did crossing the stripe just ahead of a hungry Tanner Gray and number 15 Toyota. For a long spell during this extremely competitive race it looked as if either Corey Heim or Nascar Cup Series star Carson Hocevar would end up winning as they exchanged places at the front during several moments yesterday, but as luck would have it both experienced issues late in the race with just under 25 laps remaining and never regained their top form or posed much of a threat. A total of 28 out of the 35 drivers who lined up at the start of the race made it to the end. Rajah Carruth, Frankie Muniz and budding star Tony Breidinger finished 10th, 19th and 22nd respectively. Muniz spent a considerable amount of time in his pit box as he appeared to be hounded by engine problem. Nascar will continue at the track today with much more excitement starting with the Xfinity Series practices followed by the Xfinity race which will be followed immediately by the much heralded 'Cup Series' practice and qualifying on the track post the Xfinity race.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Boris Clark
Tricon Garage's Antoinette Marie (Toni) Breidinger, the full time driver of the #5 Octane Toyota Tundra TRD gets ready to roll onto the track for the start of the MillerTech Battery 200 at Pocono Raceway along with team mates Corey Heim and fast rising Tanner Gray. Ms. Breidinger also doubles as a model in her spare time but since getting the nod as the main pilot for the #5 she has been steadily making her mark as a competitor in the ARCA Series before the decision was made to bump her up. Breidinger finished in 22nd place at the conclusion of the race, but will be looking for much greater improvement in the last several races on the Truck Series schedule.
North Penn's Baseball & Softball in Familiar Spots Again …(RH)…… 2025
WHAT IS IT ABOUT THESE KNIGHTS PROGRAMS THAT CONTINUE BRINGING ENORMOUS SUCCESS?
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................HS SOFTBALL & BASEBALL......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
Parkland High School has established itself as one of the winningest prep school's in the entire Lehigh Valley area for decades. Perennially winning league and district titles in both baseball and softball. In fact, the Trojans two major spring sports teams aren't that unfamiliar with walking onto the state championship landscape having done so once or twice in the last two decades. But during this year's PIAA playoffs the Parkland Boys Baseball Team were ousted yet again by another district one foe in Neshaminy High School. The Langhorne based school has had even better success on the diamond than Parkland having advanced deep into PIAA playoff territory on several other occasions only to fall victim to another district one powerhouse in North Penn High School. The same can be said for the Lady Knights Softball Team and their familiar opponents on that side of the bracket. So what gives here with these programs?! We'll explore that and more in the coming weeks in our (Piaa Playoffs) section. Please stay tuned.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Boris Clark
A North Penn Batter swings for 3 rd strike as team mates look on from the dugout in PIAA semifinal against Hazleton.
Nascar Getting Set To Invade The Great Pocono Raceway …(RH)…… 2025
IF YOU'RE ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES THERE STILL MIGHT BE TIME TO GRAB YOUR TICKETS FOR THIS YEAR'S RACE
'THE GREAT AMERICAN GETAWAY 400' WEEK KICKS OFF ON JUNE 20 AND CONCLUDES ON JUNE 22 - GET THERE!
ONE OF THE COUNTRY'S FEW AND CELEBRATED 'SUPER SPEEDWAYS' THE TRICKY TRIANGLE AWAITS!
The Tricky Triangle, Long Pond, Pa......................................................NASCAR RACING......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
By now it might be old news for many of you that Pocono Raceway has yet again secured another 'Top Ten' spot in USA Today's Magazine as one of America's greatest fan favorite racing venues to visit. It's no joke! PIR has definitely claimed these top honors because they know how to give the fans what they want, and they have done this for several decades. This year the venerable racetrack will once again host three Nascar races over the June 20-22 weekend starting with the Nascar 'Craftsman Truck Series' event followed by the 'Xfinity and Cup Series' showcases. In a sport that was often labeled as the good ole' boy moonshiners' network, Nascar has clearly redefined it's boundaries and paradigm it's spot as the top auto racing sport in America. Make that the best sport in America! It has done so with brilliant marketing and some very cool expansion in how they have embraced the American people. I don't feel it a great necessity at the point to climb into the weeds and clarify why my position is of such, but should it ever come down to having to hurt some feelings along the way to give credence to this article, then that may happen. And to its' credit, Pocono Raceway gives all of us an opportunity to stay connected to this incredible diverse and fast growing auto racing venue. Pocono Raceway offers the kind of feeling for its' loyal race fans that you can't get at just any racetrack. In comparison to me, t's akin to asking yourself, which conglomerate makes you feel better about spending your money there, the big box store or the Mom and Pop corner store market. Naturally for me it's the corner grocery store, and why is that you ask? Because the appreciation that is reciprocated back to you is more personal. Pocono Raceway gives its' fans and all who visit on that special weekend in June that same feeling, but with the 'big box store' appearance. Tickets are going fast so don't miss out this year! It's a chance to put all of your regrets of missing last year's race into a brown burlap bad, and tossing it out for the sanitation trucks to collect on trash day!
https://www.poconoraceway.com/
MORE ON NASCAR, THE GREAT'WOOD FAMILY' TRADITION, AND HOW (PIR) PLAYS INTO IT AT NEXT PRINT.
The PIAA 'Spring' Post Season Playoffs Pick Up Speed …(RH)…… 2025
WHO'S HOT AND WHO'S NOT IN THE LV AND SURROUNDING AREAS
From The Desk in Telford, Pa....................................HS SOFTBALL & BASEBALL......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (6/25) Russ Harris
Parkland High School's early exit in the state playoffs came at the hands of district one perennial powerhouse Neshaminy three to one. The Skins who finished fourth at last week's district one playoffs overwhelmed the Trojans with strong pitching and timely hitting to advance to Thursday's second round. The North Penn Knights, also a district one upper level program ousted a game Ephrata team on Monday June the second by an 8-2 margin and now move on into the second round where they will play Hazleton at DeSales University on June 5 at 5PM. The Knights who won the district's 6A title last week hadn't won a district crown dating back to 2008, have since claimed three state championships. Go figure! Also at DeSales University Hatboro Horsham knocked off a determined Bangor Slater squad in front of a packed (pro Bangor) house 4 to 3, but it took a game winning RBI in the 10th inning by Hatter Senior Dom Rapino to do it.
Ybsports Staff Image, (6/25) Boris Clark
Parkland HS players get set to storm field after finally winning the District 11 championship against Liberty HS.
YB Sports Turns Its' Spotlight On Eagles RB Saquon Barkley …(RH)…… 2025
THE PRESTIGIOUS 'MADDEN' COVER SELECTION GOES TO NONE OTHER THAN SAQUON BARKLEY
THE ARTICULATE AND WELL SPOKEN LEADER OF THE EAGLES TAKES THE ACCOMPLISHMENT ALL IN STRIDE
BARKLEY'S BACKWARDS HURDLE OVER A WOULD BE TACKLER TURNS A MOMENT INTO A MEMORY
From The Desk in Telford, Pa......................................................AT THE POINT......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (5/25) Russ Harris
Fresh off of setting the NFL world on its' collective ears with his dazzling display of come and get style of running, Philadelphia Eagles' superstar running back Saquon Barkley has added another jewel to his already bulging trophy case, the esteemed and most coveted 'Madden' cover award. A few days ago I believe I over heard a morning talk show group shining light, or throwing shade on the perils of that often befall athletes that have garnered the prestigious game cover as being next in line to experience the 'Madden' curse. But I don't think the curse they were referring to is aligned with the 'Madden' cover. I believe what they meant to enlighten to their vast collection of audiences is that it was formerly thought that earning the distinguished cover as one of the NFL's most celebrated players thus garnering the coveted 'SI' front cover set one in line to experience mediocrity the following year. Idk, does that sound right to most of you who follow this? But no matter what the jinx may entail Barkley will undoubtedly continue to shine across the electronic media channels because he is that blessed! I personally feel that honors such as being chosen for this cover and having been given a new contract extension for his heroics from last season are meant to happen to those who care less about themselves and more for others. I guess you could say that he is that kind of dude. So our congrats go out to Senor' Barkley and our well wishes for his continued success during this year's 2025 NFL season.
.............................................................................RECENT STUFF-JUST BELOW - Russ Harris (ybsports Editor)
Three Days Of T&F Heaven At Venerable Franklin Field …(RH)…… 2025
All college Track and Field competitors dream of running in five global events, and The Penn Relays is one of them.
The Washington University Huskies Men's 4 x 1 mile relay team travel all the way across the country to take the title away from Nova.
Story will be updated. Thanks for your patience.
Franklin Field, Philadelphia, Pa......................................................THE PENN RELAYS......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (5/25) Russ Harris
Few races captivate the mind of spectators in American Track & Field like the Men's 4x1 Mile Relay held at the fabled Penn Relays each year. But this year's College Championships of the Americas' race which was contested in what could only be described as 'monsoon' like conditions, the Washington University Huskies' Men's Relay Team put on a show for the ages. But there were other amazing and other mind blowing races that may have in some way or another equaled the C of A's such as the way in which the Jamaican High School Teams dominated the biggest of races, most notably the scorching anchor leg turned in by budding 16 year old American superstar Quincy Wilson for his 'Bullis Academy' 4x400 meter relay team. Wilson if you remember, competed in last year's Olympic Games held in Paris, and let's not forget, he didn't make a fool of himself one bit! There were other notable appearances worth mentioning that also make the 'Penn Relays' the place to assimilate in late April and why it will continue to be the one track & field event that will continue to grow to unparalleled heights in future years.
Ybsports Staff Image, (5/25) Russ Harris
Penn, Princeton and Yale Universities lead the way in the early going on day 2 of competition at the 'Relays'.
**The World Awaits The Start Of This Year's Penn Relays** …(RH)…… 2025
On April 24th 2025 the next chapter of the pre staging of the Olympics kicks off in Philadelphia Pennsylvania
Last year American distance runner Yared Naguse sharpened his spikes at the Penn Relays prior to winning the 'Bronze' medal at the Paris Olympics. See below
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YB Sports Puts The Spotlight On One Of America's Olympic Heroes …(RH)…… 2025
THE PARIS OLYMPICS LEFT THE WORLD IN ITS' AWE WITH A DAZZLING DISPLAY OF HIGHER LOVE AND TECHTRONICS
Franklin Field, Philadelphia, Pa......................................................THE PENN RELAYS......................
Ybsports Staff Column, (4/25) Russ Harris
The Paris Olympics will be remembered for so many unbelievable moments and on so many platforms such as mind blowing finishes in the pool and the heroics of the great American gymnast Simone Biles and her team mates, but one of the more memorable flashes of greatness occurred on the track when the USA's Yared Naguse snatched the bronze medal in the vaunted men's 1500 meter run. Heavyweights Jacob Ingebrigtsen, Norway's superman and Britain's Josh Kerr were supposed to have supplied all the fireworks, but Naguse and his chief rival Cole Hocker stole the show as the showdown between Kerr and Ingebrigtsen never materialized as Hocker slid just inside the rail and pushed past the Norwegian star to win the gold medal as Kerr had to out lean the other American Naguse, to claim the silver medal. Hocker won the shocker with a winning time of 3:27:65 while Naguse was just off the line in 3:27:80.
Ybsports Staff Image, Russ Harris
Yared Naguse sits patiently in 2nd place in this year's Penn Relays Olympic Development 1500 meter race race before pulling away on final lap.
Pocono Raceway Gearing Up For Another Thrilling Weekend …(RH)…… 2025
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**#12 PSU Sez Cya In St. Louie At This Year's Frozen Four** …(RH)…… 2025
Nittany Lions hang tough long enough to bury the game winning goal with two minutes left in OT.
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**#12 Penn State Battles #7 UConn Today At The PPL Center** …(RH)…… 2025
The right to go to this year's 'Frozen Four' is on the line in College Men's Regional Ice Hockey Finale.
Ybsports Staff Illustration, Russ Harris -
Penn State and Maine University squared off on Friday evening inside Allentown's PPL Center as the second game of two, during the NCAA's Regional Men's Ice Hockey Championships. Penn State pulled off the upset against the top ranked Black Bears for the chance to move into the NCAA's 'Frozen Four' if they can get past one of the ECAC's most talented teams in the Connecticut Huskie's. UConn won the opening game of the night by beating the highly regarded and third ranked Quinnipiac Bobcats by a score of 4-1. The Nittany Lions advanced with a 5-1 victory against UMaine.
**Phiily Welcomes The Nation's Best Collegiate Grapplers** …(RH)…… 2025
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Ybsports Staff Image, Russ Harris - (Once Upon A Time, Two Champions Met) Archived Image
Former NCAA Wrestling Champion and Gold Medalist Jordan Burroughs at left pictured here with another former WBA, WBC Heavyweight Champion of the world Larry Holmes of Easton, Pennsylvania during a stop at Holmes 'Ringside' restaurant in the downtown section of the city. Burroughs, along with Rob Harrison, Daniel Cormier and side reporter Quint Kessenich, will be doing the play by play and interviewing during this year's NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
'MADDIE AND ADDIE'- TWO NAMES CAUSING GRIEF FOR ALL PATRIOT LEAGUE BASKETBALL FOES
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……...."AN INCREDIBLE WEEKEND OF EIWA WRESTLING CONCLUDE AT LEHIGH'S STABLER ARENA"……....
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EIWA'S Picture Gallery -http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=406&Itemid=239
Hey, for all of you gifted and tremendously talented young people out there, because that’s what all of you are, here’s a little sound advice for you. Don’t worry about the love right now, it’ll come. Just get that post education, and land that vocation. It’s like the great British Glam Group ‘Sweet’ from the late 70’s says, 'Love is like oxygen, you get too much, you get too high, but not enough that ur gonna die'…or will you! So stay on point, cuz time is definitely on your side! - Ybsports'- Russ Harris
YBSPORTS IS HEADED TO THE PRESTIGIOUS 'NCAA COLLEGIATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS IN PHILADELPHIA'
See below for all Regional Wrestling links to all Images and recap information from yesterday and today
STAR OF THE WEEK IS FRANKFORD HIGH SCHOOL HEAD WRESTLING COACH DAMON BROCKINGTOM- HERE'S WHY
Coach Brockington is a Graduate of the Oxford Avenue school and also holds the prestigious position of Dean for the 11TH grades at Frankford. Coach Brockington also is the Head Football Coach for the Pioneers but what is most impressive about his accomplishments is that in his first year as the head mentor of the program, he led them to an undefeated season and a division title. As well, this year Coach Brockington and his troops did the unthinkable, they wrestled fearlessly at what is known by all of us here in the valley of the crucible as 'The Cathedral of High School Wrestling', Memorial Gymnasium in Bethlehem, Pa., even going so far as placing one participant on the podium. All Hail The King and congratulations to Coach Brockington and his staff for a job well done at Liberty High School during this year's Regional Wrestling Championships. Anyone for 'the most improved wrestling coach of the year'? Good times are coming for District 12 wrestling! -Ybs Editor, Russ Harris
IT IS THE MADNESS OF MARCH, AND ALL PLAYOFF ATTITUDES SHOULD BE ON DECK…(RH)…… 2025
District Boys and Girls Basketball & Wrestling got underway last week, now comes the hard part, the next step!
In wrestling, and to get to Hershey, the next big step convenes at Freedom, Liberty and Souderton High Schools
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Ybsports Staff Illustration, Russ Harris
Friday & Saturday are the big days for all area wrestlers because it signals the start of the 'Regional Championships'
**Our Congratulations To The SB Champion Philadelphia Eagles** …(RH)…… 2025
So many great things have come about because of the Birds Big Win on Super Bowl Sunday. Please take a look below.
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……..........."FROM ALL OF US…2025......*HAPPY NEW YEAR*......2025…TO ALL OF YOU"
New Website To Enhance Ybsportsonline Under Construction …(RH)…… 2025
WHETHER IT'S SPORTS, OR ABOUT LIFE, AT 'YBS', IT'S ALL ABOUT ASCENDING TO "THE NEXT LEVEL UP"
Something old and something new, something borrowed and something blue, is how the saying goes I believe. Please take a peek
as Ybsports online gets ready to unveil a new 'sister' site that will showcase a smooth array of imagery and opinions from our take.
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No Cooper Flagg, No Problem - UMaine Moves Onward …(RH)…… 2025
DON'T LOOK NOW, BUT UMAINE MEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM SITS IN 2ND IN THE AMERICA EAST CONF
After losing out on home state prodigy and the country's top ranked prep star Cooper Flagg, they push forward.
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=comcontent&view=article&id=386&Itemid=216 UMaine at NJIT Pics
The Big 5, Philadelphia, And Basketball - A Life Changing Game …(RH)…… 2025
FEW CONFERENCES HAVE AFFECTED A CITY AND THE LIVES OF THOSE IN IT, THE WAY THIS COALITION HAS
Later we'll get into the fine line metrics of why and how, Big 5 Basketball has become a beacon of light for so many.
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=386&Itemid=216 St. Joe's Hawks beats Loyola pics
Lafayette & Lehigh Women's Basketball Worth Catching Up On…(RH)…… 2025
THE LADY HAWKS TOOK DOWN LOYOLA, BUT THE LADY LEOPARDS STUMBLED AGAINST NAVY- Click below
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FORMER EAGLES MICHAEL VICK AND DeSEAN JACKSON LAND HEAD COACHING GIGS - Click below for more
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=383&Itemid=213
THE BETHLEHEM HOLIDAY WRESTLING TOURNAMENT GETS UNDERWAY AT LIBERTY HS - Click below for more
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=384&Itemid=214
LEHIGH'S PRESTIGIOUS SHERIDAN DUALS WRESTLING TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO STABLER - Click below for more
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=382&Itemid=211
Wrestling Takes Center Stage At The PPL Center As PSU Beats LU …(RH)…… 2025
PENN STATE STEALS THE SHOW AGAIN IN NCAA WRESTLING SHOWDOWN WITH LEHIGH'S GRAPPLERS
Click on College Wrestling link at right or below for more. Thank U.
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=381&Itemid=207
Lehigh's Grace Leeman Turner Arena- A Very Special Place…(RH)…… 2025
Grace Leeman Turner Arena, Bethlehem, Pa.............................................EIWA WRESTLING..............................Click below for story
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=380&Itemid=206
Ybsports Staff Image, (11/24), Russ Harris
Lehigh University's Leeman Turner Arena at Grace Hall is one of the most fascinating college wrestling venues in America.
For You Lovers Of Nascar, Early Ticket Sales Make Great XMas Gifts …(RH)…… 2025
DON'T WAIT UNTIL THE WEATHER GETS HOT, WHAT'S HOT IS GIVING SOMEONE SPECIAL TO U A 'COOL' EXPECTATION
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Ok Folks, Let's Do This. . .Put A 'Cool' Spotlight On The Eagle's DeJean …(RH)…… 2024
PLAYING AT A SPECTACULAR LEVEL, THE IOWA SENSATION HAS EARNED THE NICKNAME, 'COVER' DEJEAN
Ybsports Staff Column, (12/1/24) Russ Harris
I've been watching and waiting patiently to lay this cool moniker on the Eagles' rookie defensive stud and fortunately for all of you Philly fans, that time has come. To his (DeJean's) credit, I'm starting to believe his play from beginning to end should garner some type of award from the NFL at season's end. Two months ago I posted my beliefs on Eagles' GM Howie Roseman's extraordinary 'keen' eye, and his uncanny ability in knowing how to get out of his own way, and allowing his football 'instincts' to rule on the moment...Are there any doubters now? And did you hear Barkley's comments following the Eagle's big win in Baltimore? If you haven't, now might be a good time to do it! That short reel interview w Saquon on the importance of winning the league's MVP award strongly reflects as much on the value of the decision making prowess by the club's real dynamic duo, Mr. Lurie and Mr. Roseman. So from heretofore, this site will refer to Cooper DeJean as, (Cover DeJean)!
Princeton's Men's Ice Hockey And Hobey Baker Arena - A Fierce Combo …(RH)…… 2024
PLAYING IN FRONT OF A NEAR PACKED HOUSE, THE TIGERS TAKE DOWN THE 12TH RANKED OHIO STATE BUCKEYES
Ybsports Staff Column, (12/24) Russ Harris Click Link Below For More
http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=311&Itemid=143
Three Local Colleges Test The FCS Waters, 2 Advance, 1 Doesn't …(RH)…… 2024
KUTZTOWN AND VILLANOVA UNIVERSITIES TAKE UP ARMS AT HOME, LEHIGH U MAKES THE TRIP TO VIRGINIA
Slippery Rock 'Lions 25.........................................................Kutztown Golden Bears 24
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 20...............................................Richmond Spiders 16
Villanova Wildcats 22.............................................................Eastern Kentucky U 17
Highly regarded and #3 ranked Kutztown loses what amounts to be an absolute heartbreaker to Slippery Rock after the Lions elected to go for a two point try in overtime and successfully pulling it off. Lehigh University continues to show that youth and inexperience matters little as they rack up another win against a quality opponent on the road in very tough conditions. The Wildcats from Villanova spotted a very fast Eastern Kentucky team a 14 point lead before chiseling away at the deficit and eventually over whelming the visitors with a well earned victory on the 'chilly' Philadelphia Main Line.
STATELINERS……………GAME # 117……........……ROVERS……….........
It Was A Day Of Role Reversal Up On The Hill, As Easton Prevails…(RH)…… 2024
SHUTOUT COMPLETELY IN THE FIRST HALF, EASTON MANAGES TO DO THE SAME TO P'BURG IN 2ND HALF
Phillipsburg builds a 14 point advantage only to see it come down to a field goal in overtime, losing in heart break fashion
Easton Red Rovers 17.............................................................Phillipsburg Stateliners 14
Lafayette College- Fisher Field, Easton, Pa.............................................THE RIVALY GAME.........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (11/28/24) Russ Harris,
There was little doubt in the mind of Easton High's Field Goal Kicker Noah Borluca's mind yesterday as he took the field to end his school's 2 year drubbing at the hands of it's chief rival, the cross state Phillipsburg Stateliners. After all, he had never made a field goal all year long, so what was the big deal, right? Well, the big deal was his team had just put together a splendid second half play of football after seeing their hopes of victory dwindle in a cascading rainfall in half number one against a charged up 'Liner' defense, but somehow found the fortitude to suck it up and drive the game into overtime. But here is where it gets interesting! Easton won the coin toss and elected to play defense first putting the pressure to score squarely on the shoulders of Phillipsburg junior placekicker, Alexie Moreira after yielding just five yards to the Garnet & Grey on three down. Moreira's 22 yard kick sailed wild right amidst a chorus of sighs from the Phillipsburg sidelines. The Rovers would now get their chance to win the game from the ten yard line where the ball is always placed during all high school overtime games. Three plays netted just a few yards from the Rover offense setting the stage for Borluca's dramatic kick. No problem right, he had only made a total of zero kicks on many attempts this year, and had missed one earlier hitting the right upright, but let's tee it up again and let's see what happens. As the crowd began to roar in anticipation on Easton's sideline, 'Liner' coach Frank Duffy was busy calling time outs trying to make the kicker melt under the pressure. Although Easton was leading the series by a 67-45 margin with five ties, this game meant everything because the 'Liners' simply pounded the Rovers into submission the last two years by scores of 47-12 and 35-14 and Borluca was a member on one of those teams, so now it was time for payback. On the snap the 'Liners' sensing the need for a miracle made a mad rush to the holder for the field goal attempt, but were too late in getting there as Borluca's kick sailed through the uprights setting off a mass jubilation on the Easton sideline.
Ybsports Staff Image, (11/28/24) Boris Clark,
P'Burg's Matt Scerbo Jr. #10, defends on Easton Receiver Jasir Frutchey in the endzone during thier Thanksgiving Day 'Rivaly' game.
Villanova Football Gets Ready For Eastern Kentucky in FCS Playoffs…(RH)…… 2024
THE #11 RANKED WILDCATS DRAW AN UNKNOWN FOE, BUT THE VISITORS FROM KENTUCKY ARE FOR REAL
What's Hot On The Griddle This Week...Take A Sneak Peek Below…(RH)…… 2024
During this marvelous Season, our Saquon continues to be Simply Sensational, as he Shines on for the Philadelphia Eagles
Few Traditions are unmatched in sports in America, Easton vs P'Burg and Lafayette vs Lehigh Football Rivalries lead the way
Something very special is happening in Maryland, and Lehigh University is the first Division I Wrestling Program to embrace it
As we head into a 'Fortnite' of Easton's Football Rivalry with Phillipsburg High School, We have a nice surprise for you.
Another 'Huge' Wrestling showdown is looming in early December at the PPL Center between Lehigh U and Penn State.
These stories and more to be updated later during the week. Please check back, as U won't want to miss out on them.…(RH)
MOUNTAIN HAWKS……………GAME # 160……........……LEOPARDS……….........
Lehigh Wins In Dramatic Fashion As Their Fans Go Party Wild…(RH)…… 2024
THE BAR HAS BEEN SET FOR FUTURE GAMES TO TOP WHAT HAPPENED YESTERDAY AT MURRAY H. GOODMAN
Lehigh students celebrates by tearing down A goal post after pulling away from the determined gang from Lafayette
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 38.............................................................Lafayette Leopards 14
South Mountain Sports Campus, Bethlehem, Pa.............................................PATRIOT LEAGUE.........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (11/24) Russ Harris,
There were a myriad of emotions for Lafayette College's Football Team during their unfathomable turn of events with it's chief nemesis Lehigh University on Lehigh's beautiful South Mountain Campus. You will read many stories on various wire reporting sites, as well as see a groundswell of great photographs sharing their vision of the game through that media outlets photographers. And for all intents, every single print and each photograph will have a special emphasis on how the game impacts you. and how lasting that great feeling will be going forward. This is how it is! However, there is one fact that can't be disputed, the raw emotion one feels can never be replaced or replenished through print or imagery better than being there in person. I've heard for years the rumblings or lamenting of those declaring, "I can see the event better on TV!" That may be true, but is it really true? I beg to differ! There is nothing like seeing the face of someone you hadn't seen in a very long time and getting a hug, or even sharing a few smiles and words in conversation with them. Or hearing the disparities of displeasure with an officials call, or how about watching the interaction of your team's players as they celebrate a big moment. I shared a great conversation with a father and his five year old son who were seated in the second row, on Lafayette's side at the ten yard line. The little boy declared his undying love as a fan for the Lafayette College Leopards.
And it was just the two of them! Unfortunately, the young lad expressed to me that he liked the NY Jets glove I was wearing because he was a big NY Jet fan. Sorrowfully, I confessed to him that even I too, was a lifelong NY Football Jets fan! Much of this is missed by the cameras, but not your ears and eyes if you're there in person. These moments are priceless and for the most part, are seared into your memory for years to come. Yesterday afternoon Lafayette's brilliant quarterback Dean DeNobile gave many of the fans on Lafayette's side of the field one of those memories. After an untimely interception in which poor decision making and a pick six against his team, his raw disappointment with himself could be seen and heard throughout for those on the field and in the stands. DeNobile's frustration mirrored the Leopards day as that pick six ended up pouring salt into an already gaping wound. A year ago, the Leopards marched into Murray H. Goodman and laid a beat down on the Hawks. That win all but swung the season ending momentum towards the Leopards and sent them rolling into the 'FCS' playoffs as Patriot League Champions. But this time around and on the same field the reversal played out in a strange twist of fate for the Leopards. The real irony to this end is that the home and home series wasn't at play this year, and for some reason or another, fate would have it that Lafayette would have to play their home game at Lehigh's home field in back to back scenarios. Go figure!
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Lehigh's Luke Yoder hops over Lafayette's Gabe DuBois in an attempt to elude a tackle during Saturday's 160TH Rivalry Game.
We Asked Our Noted Football Historian For His Laf Leh Prediction…(RH)…… 2024
Our very own Ellis Weitzman gives his full undivided attention on how the Lafayette - Lehigh game will fare
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Kutztown Football Earns A First RD Bye In NCAA FCS Div II Playoffs…(RH)…… 2024
Ybsports Staff Column, (11/24) Russ Harris
The Golden Bears have certainly looked golden and they expect to remain golden against the winner of this weekend's New Haven and East Stroudsburg game to be contested in chilly Connecticut. The Bears, under the guidance of Head Coach Jim Clements have stormed out of the gates to an impressive 11-0 record for the year. and have built a lavishly 239 point differential against their eleven opponents in this campaign. That includes two shutouts, and a near miss where they held one opponent to just two points in their seventh game of the season. Winning hasn't only been a luxury for the well hidden Berks County Gem, but seems more like a tradition since Clements arrival some ten years ago to the Pennsylvania Dutch Community. In the process of building a reputable program, Clements has quietly gone about the business of grinding out a gaudy 145wins against 52 loss pedigree. I'd say that's pretty damn good! The small school just off route 222 at the front of the Berks County line has put up their share of notable NFL superstars as well. That list includes names like Bruce Harper, the former New York Jets offensive output machine, John Mobley, an irreplaceable part from the Denver Broncos' second coming of the vaunted Orange Crush Defense and none other than the Lehigh Valley's own Andre Reed.
Yes, that Andre Reed from the famed four time Buffalo Bills Super Bowl appearing teams. And lest I forget, Mr. Reed's bust is now comfortably tucked away in it's own personal space in Canton's Hall Of Fame Shrine. So you see, great things can come out of small packages. The Golden Bears have quietly ascended from their preseason ranking of #10 in mid August, to their lofty present day perch of #3 in the nation. They've done this by virtue of a few trained ethics, hard work, being opportunistic on both sides of the ball and showing up! And that...has to be in tribute to Coach Clements disciplinistic style of coaching. We like to invent new words around here every now and again, so please bear with us. Their toughest game of the year had been against East Stroudsburg University back in late September where they won by a mere six points margin, but they could face that same Warriors squad again before it's all said and done if they, (ESU) can get past a pesky New Haven team this weekend in Connecticut. Another trap game that could be looming ahead for the Golden Bears would be a rematch with an unpredictable, but solid California, Pa. team. Cali was the other opponent they had to beat for the PSAC Championship, in a game that was decided in the single digits. So depending on where it all settles out, a return match could hold a landmine so to speak for the talented Golden Bears, as California gave them their second toughest battle of the year, and it came at a time when both teams were battle tested! Be on guard!
Offensive Leaders -
Passing; Judd Novak 1925 yds on 145 completions with 226 attempts,
Rushing, Jayden Stewart with 560 yds on 102 carries, Steven Burkhardt with 486 yds on 118 carries
Defensive Leaders -
Tackles; Eden Johnson with 26 solo, and 3.5 sacks per game, Jalen DeVoss with 23 solo and zero sacks
The Prep Dominates The 'TEP' In D12 Final, But Is That The Real Story …(RH)…… 2024
EVERYONE THAT MADE THE TRIP NORTHEAST'S SUPERSITE EXPECTED ONE OF THE YEAR'S BEST GAME'S
St Joe Prep Hawks 42.............................................................Imhotep Charter Panthers 0
Northeast Supersite, North Philly, Pa.............................................DISTRICT 12 FOOTBALL.........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (11/24) Russ Harris,
Imhotep Charter has garnered the reputation of being one of the Pennsylvania's most successful high school football programs, and they've done this by doing it the old fashioned way, they've earned it. But yesterday at Northeast High School's Supersite, they looked anything else besides the Panther teams we have become used to seeing, as they lost to a well balanced Saint Joe Prep team. But quite often and which is always the case, we get wrapped up in the flow of the game and forget about the politics that may be at play, and drift away from what may be really happening behind the scenes but more to the point, what are we really looking at! In this particular case, there were many things working against Imhotep as they tried to stay even with an undoubtedly more superior SJP squad on a blustery and super bright sunny skies, and some of those things are questionable. First, there were the number of officiating calls that went against them, and they all seem to come at the wrong time. And like observers, my initial reaction is to just accept the officiating out of respect for the job those men and women are trying to do. But on this particular day, even I began to question the accuracy of some of the calls. Especially when my eyes are clearly a witness to the opposite of what was being called, and more emphatically, when the violation occurs within feet of me and one of the officiating crew. You simply have to wonder! Second, the Panthers are young and absent of the myriad of super star talent they boasted on a team that went all the way to the 5A State Championship in Cumberland Valley High School a year ago. That team would have put up a much better showing than the young Charter squad we all watched yesterday. You could clearly see their youth and inexperience within their motioning on offense, and the lack of disguise they were showing on the defensive side of the ball. But here is the third and final thing! Did I just mention that Imhotep had won last year's title as a (5A) school? Then why were they playing a (6A) team in the district final for the right to advance to the state playoffs? We will come back to that point later on!
Ybsports Staff Image, Harold Johnson(11/24)
Imhotep's Charles Belser #3, and Malik Drayton #12, team up to bring down The Prep's Khyan Billups at right.
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Joey Logano Does What Superstar Champions Do, They Win …(RH)…… 2024
He proves the one adage that always hold true, if you're not good enough, championships will always evade you. Logano ends the Nascar season series by winning his third championship in the last five years. He had to come from behind and outduel the likes of Chase Elliot, Greg Larson, Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, and many more.
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Easton Experiences Heartbreak As OT Goes To The Green Hornets…(RH)…… 2024
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St. Joe Prep, LaSalle And Imhotep On Collision Course In PIAA …(RH)…… 2024
THE DISTRICT 12 GRIDIRON PLAYOFF WILL BE ONE OF THE REGIONS MOST EXCITING GAMES OF THE YEAR
For some unknown reason, Imhotep Charter was forced to move up to 6A in PIAA HS Football, but not Southern Columbia
The move paves the way for one of the state's best showdowns in recent memory, that's if SJP can get past LaSalle Academy HS
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Ybsports Staff Column, (10/24) - Russ Harris
The 23rd Ranked Black Knights Patiently Await Mr. Calhoun's Falcons …(RH)…… 2024
THE MUCH COVETED COMMANDER'S CUP MAY NOT BE ON THE TABLE, BUT AIR FORCE DOESN'T CARE
Any time Air Force makes the long flight from the beautiful state of Colorado to West Point, they want to play spoilers
On the other hand, Coach Jeff Monken and his talented Knights are sailing with a pirate's ship of momentum right now!
Ybsports Staff Column, (10/24) - Russ Harris
For the first time in a long while, both Army and Navy make it to the halfway point of the season with a valid national ranking and by all accounts, anyone who is lucky enough to get a seat inside FedEx Field in December to watch this vintage matchup should hit their knees each night and give thanks. Navy may have just come off a tough loss to Notre Dame at the Met, but make no mistake about it, they haven't lost their focus on what's important regarding their season ending game with the Cadets from West Point. Army on the other hand, is just gonna keep on cruisin' until that matchup in Washington, DC. just before Christmas. The Falcons come into the game with a rare 1-6 record overall, but don't let that throw you off, Calhoun and his gang would like nothing less than to knock off a Black Knight squad that has earned every accolade they've been given this year. And all of that adoration actually began to show signs of great things to come late last year when the Knights played an incredibly talented UMass Minutemen, and their scary offensive squad tough for three quarters. But this year the cadets are feeling their oats while they hit their stride in an ultra competitive American Athletic Conference. Head Coach Jeff Monken of Army, who incidentally is just one year younger than Air Force Head man Troy Calhoun, is enjoying his perch as West Point's 37th head coach, because when the sun is shining on your program, life is so much more enjoyable. I expect Monken to be all smiles as well come the end of Saturday afternoon's game against Air Force, but we all know that smile will only be temporary because on Monday, the push to stay perfect till season's end, will become the focus once more.
Oh Baby, The NCAA X Country Regionals Are Just Around the Bend …(RH)…… 2024
Each year, the second week of November turns the Fall season into one of college sports most anticipated ground shows !
Trips to Lehigh's Murray H. Goodman Stadium for Fordham have ended in defeats for the most part, for the Rams.
The Midshipmen Take On Notre Dame At MetLife On Saturday …(RH)…… 2024
ONE TEAM IS RANKED #24 AND THE OTHER #12, SOMETHING'S GOTTA GIVE IN EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ.
A series that goes back 96 years plays out again on Saturday afternoon with heavy implications on the line
Ybsports Staff Column, (10/24) - Russ Harris
Mike Greenburg is one of the biggest names in the sports anchor business and when Mike is hosting his daily ‘Get Up’ show which airs on ESPN in the early morning hours, it’s probably a good bet to get up early enough to catch it live. A month ago I was fortunate enough to catch the ‘Greeny’ show and he had on three very special guests from the University of Notre Dame’s ranked football team. Most impressive of the three was the Fighting Irish’s Head Coach Marcus Freeman who has guided the Irish back into the national spotlight in a relatively short period of time. At only 38 years of age Freeman is on a meteoric ascent in college football since replacing previous coach Brian Kelly in 2021. Kelly is now in his third year as the head man in the Bayou at LSU. For the most part, Freeman has amassed an impressive 630% winning percentile at the golden dome in South Bend and that’s backed by an equally impressive 25 9 win loss record in his short tenure. But what isn’t lost on most Indiana onlookers is the fact that Freeman has an impressive 2-1 bowl won loss record since taking over. One would find it hard to believe the 2007 graduate of ‘Thee Ohio State” University has built such an envious record at Touchdown Jesus where the pressure of winning is unbelievable in today’s world. But let’s get the most delicate issue on its’ face, Freeman is a young Black coach at a school where African Americans haven’t been getting through the turnstile as frequently as in most other power 5 conference schools. In fact, Notre Dame has only had one other coach of African American ethnicity, and that was in 2002 when they hired Tyrone Willingham away from the Stanford Cardinal of the now defunct PAC 10 Conference. Willingham lasted only two seasons at ‘ND’ which surprised many of his backers, especially after his team put up a ten win campaign in his first season there in the ‘Bend’. Nevertheless, the Irish are shining on in their march to hire Black head coaches and that’s evident with the hiring of its’ Women’s Basketball coach, Niele Ivey and its' Volleyball coach Salima Rockwell, as both are first timers’ of their ilk to lead those programs at the storied institution.
On Saturday afternoon at New Jersey’s Met Life Stadium, Freeman brings his number 12TH ranked Irish into battle with the nation’s number 24TH ranked and undefeated Navy Midshipmen. This has shown to be a banner season for the Military Academy ’s as Navy’s season ending rival Army, is also standing at 7-0 and ranked in the nation’s top 25. Experts have Notre Dame winning their seventh straight against the gang from Annapolis and maybe that’s because the Midshipmen last win was eight years ago back in 2016. The teams have played a total of 96 times with Notre Dame holding a sizeable lead in the series, but one might expect that since Notre Dame has a lot more cache’ to it’s recruiting history. We will try to monitor this game as much as possible and note what contributions local players may have if to the flow and or outcome of it.
"THE CAA LEAGUE LEADING UDEL SITS ATOP THE STANDINGS WITH A 2-0 RECORD"
UMaine Travels To Delaware To Take On The Blue Hens…(RH)…… 2024
Ybsports Staff Column, (10/24) - Russ Harris
The Colonial Athletic Association has been quietly making its' way up the FCS ladder each year because of the efforts of teams like Delaware, Villanova, The Dukes from James Madison, Maine and the Tribe's William & Mary. Other teams such as Bryant and Towson, Campbell, Elon and Hampton are slowly making tracks to catch up. But also bring up the rears as some of the league's most accomplished teams, Rhode Island and New Hampshire can also stake claim as being teams of serious stature. On Saturday in the first state of Delaware, the University of Maine Black Bears make the long journey down to Delaware Stadium to do battle with the rough and tumble Blue Hens in a 1PM tilt. Click below for more-
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"OK FOLK'S, SO LET'S DO THIS!"
One Late Night Sports Talk Show Caller Actually Gets It…(RH)…… 2024
Ybsports Staff Column, (10/24) - Russ Harris
The Philadelphia Phillies lost their 'win or go home' game to the NY Mets on Wednesday night in New York at the Mets' imposing Citi Field. Within hours one Philadelphia sports talk radio station 'wip', went on the attack. A female caller named Crystal, a Philly transplant and now living in one of the southern states, felt it of the utmost importance to share with the players her sentiments. Her response was one of the more poignant and accurate tell tale signs that sports talk radio does more harm that good, to those representing their team, and their city, than previously thought. We will get into more of what Ms. Crystal said, and why it matters in the follow up to this point out. Please check back later for that story. I commented earlier just a few weeks ago, about this particular radio station in a column a few stories down stream from this one. It's titled, "Is it getting late early for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL", I think it's a worthwhile read and prudent starting point to Ms. Crystal's call in to the station on Wednesday night. Click below for more.
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'WHO WERE THE BIG WINNERS AT THE 16 X COUNTRY RACE EXTRAVAGANZA...EVERYONE "
Lehigh's Paulie Short Races Attracts A Community Of Followers …(RH)…… 2024
Ten Collegiate races and ten high school races highlight an enormous day of competition on Lehigh's famed courses. The image below showcases the high school bots gold race that had over three hundred runners competing for the coveted top spot. One might wonder why I termed the four course layout as famed and the reason is, there may not be another course on the eastern part of the country like it. With its undulating hills and scenic backdrops that never seem to end, it offers one of the more challenging layouts any top division runner could ask for,, male or female. But to add intrigue to amazement consider this, a former Lehigh Track & Field coach of great esteem and who also hosted the NCAA Cross Country Championships there on the South Mountain Sports Campus some years ago, actually carved out those infamously beautiful layouts with automobiles. That's right, he actually drove through the wooded terrain along with his wife, in an effort to bring forth his vision of what a demanding course layout would and should look like. Funny thing is though in the process of carving out his dream layout, he burned up two of his own automobile engines in the process. As he relayed this story to me, I could see the pride he still held for that body of work and because of him, thousands of high school and college cross country competitors have been lucky enough to have experienced the run of their lives on one of the country's more incredible layouts the sport could offer up.
Ybsports Staff Image, (9/24) - Russ Harris
If a picture is worth a thousands words, where would this one rank in the memories of each participant?
"THERE ARE ONLY TWO RUNNING EVENTS BETTER THAN LEHIGH'S PAUL SHORT RUN"
Lehigh And Asics Celebrate The Paul Short's 50th Year…(RH)…… 2024
To commemorate the race's Golden anniversary, a new race format is being introduced this year.
Ybsports Staff Illustration, (9/24) - Russ Harris
What do you do when you are the promoters of one of the country's most celebrated cross country events that could easily stake claim as a world class event? You invite more teams in as opposed to turning some away. That was often the wrap the University's Paul Short Committee found themselves facing. But this year that won't be a concern because the event will be held over two days instead of one day. The schedule will look like this, High School students will compete on Friday, while colleges will run for the five course championships on Saturday beginning at 9:45am. The event goes off on October 4, for High School and October 5, for the Colleges.
Ybsports Staff Image, (9/24) - Boris Clark,
Is It Getting Late Early For The Philadelphia Eagles In The NFL…(RH)…… 2024
SOME NON BELIEVERS SEEM TO THINK SO...IT'S BEEN MAINLY THE RAP AT LOCAL SPORTS RADIO 'WIP'
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THOSE NY JETS OPEN UP THEIR HOME SCHEDULE WITH A 'W' MAKING IT LOOK EASY. HMMM, SO FAR-SO GOOD!
THE 'SWEETEST' THINGS I SAW ON SUNDAY AT MOHNTON'S NHRA DRAG RACING EVENT
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Championship Playoffs Begins Today For NHRA In Reading, Pa.…(RH)…… 2024
AN INCREDIBLE DAY OF MOTORCYCLE, PRO STOCK, FUNNY CAR AND TOP FUEL HEADLINE SUNDAY'S EVENTS
THE SPIRIT OF COMPETITION IS ALIVE AND WELL IN THE NHRA, AND IT'S A BEAUTIFUL THING!
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/24).................Russ Harris
Ain’t no doubt about it-baby I love you, …I love you, I love you, I love you,…Baby I love you! Those were the words of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, one of the greatest female R&B singers of all time. The Queen was truly professing her love for someone, or something back in the day, but no matter the decade, or the place, love is love. And yesterday at Maple Grove Raceway Park in Mohnton, a small town that sits just on the outskirts of the city of Reading, Pa. the people were professing their love for NHRA Drag Racing! There’s another verse to that famous hit by Aretha that was my favorite verse and that went…”All you have to do is snap your fingers , and I’ll come a running, I ain’t lying! Yep, that seemed to be the feeling amongst an over flow sellout crowd again at the grove for the third consecutive day, as all matters of affairs were contested under incredibly beautiful and sunny skies. With the temperatures improbable, yet hovering somewhere in the low teens as in 114 degrees F, the racing never looked better. The people never looked better, and from my point of view, the NHRA entirety has never looked better. Austin Prock, Hector Arana Jr., Aaron Stanfield Antron Brown all won in the big running race classes.
There’s no doubt winning here at the Grove was an enormous get for all four drivers, and this event signaled a great pivot to begin the ‘Countdown’ to the season’s championships. For the record, Austin Prock became the only driver to win big races at the Grove winning in both Funny Car and Top Fuel Eliminator. Yesterday Prock piloted his John Force Funny Car Camaro against another ‘Force’ car in the finals driven by Jack Beckman. Prock had to run ojust over 332 mph to push back Beckman who seemed determined to show his appreciation to the legendary John Force for getting him the ride. To get to the final race Prock had to dispatch of one of his toughest competitors in Matt Smith during the early rounds of elimination. In taking the finals, Prock increases his lead over second place Bob Tasca with five races to go in the season. To his credit, Stanfield beat one of the NHRA’s rockstar in Erica Enders in the Pro Stock Race, but it wasn’t easy as winning against Enders is never an easy task. Just ask all who trail her in the points race…She’s no joke! As for Mr. Consistency, Antron Brown…What else can you say? When he’s dialed in, he’s dialed in and yesterday, he was just that in winning a Wally in the ‘Top Fuel’ finals.
Brown had to lay down a run of 327 mph in his Matco Tools Dragster to hold off a hard charging Shawn Langdon for the win. It was his fourth win of the season and puts him in position to steal another ‘Top Fuel’ title. Now it’s onward to Concorde, North Carolina and the ZMAX Dragstrip to duel in the fourth to last ‘Countdown’ events to crown the champions. Don’t miss it because it is sure to be heart stopping.
Ybsports Staff Image.............Boris Clark,...........................................................................MORE TO COME, STAY TUNED
The Pro Stock Motorcycle final was fierce between Hector Arana Jr, and Richard Gadson right, front wheels off the ground at takeoff.
The NHRA'S Pep Boys Nationals Begin This Week In Mohnton, Pa …(RH)…… 2024
LED BY A BEVY OF INCREDIBLE FEMALE DRIVERS' , TOP FUEL HIGHLIGHTS DRAG RACING AT READING'S MOHNTON STRIP
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The NHRA'S Pep Boys Nationals Begin This Week In Mohnton, Pa …(RH)…… 2024
LED BY A BEVY OF INCREDIBLE FEMALE DRIVERS' , TOP FUEL HIGHLIGHTS DRAG RACING AT READING'S MOHNTON STRIP
Mohnton Drag Strip, Mohnton, Pa...................................................... .......MOTORSPORTS........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (9/24) Russ Harris
No matter the names' or whatever the lineage, the NHRA's "Girl Power" of talented female drivers headline the ticket wherever Drag Racing stops on its' amazing tour of U.S. cities. With drivers' like Jasmine Salinas, Erica Enders, Ida Zetterstrom, the recent transplanted European superstar, and the incomparable Brittany Force, The NHRA can only continue to shine brightly for years to come. Since the days of the incredible courage and feats of the great Shirley Muldowney, women have been quietly carving out their niche as the ones to watch in a sport previously dominated by men. Someone once proposed that the success of the female driver is probably so because they have better reactions than men. Really! When did you finally wake up and smell the coffee? You can probably throw out that 'probably' because there is no doubt about it that their reactionary flinch muscles are much greater than that of men. Remember guys, we came from them and not the other way around, so you may as well get used to it. I began to actually see the development of the great female driver and their soon to be dominance in this macho sport way back when. Being a tremendous John Force fan, I always felt that no one would, or could ever supplant the great one but then came Ashley, the eldest of the three 'Force" siblings who was the first female driver to win an NHRA Funny Car event. Courtney was next in line as she continually showed up then showed out as she continued to keep the 'Force' name a houselhold name throughout American Motorsports. But then came the baddest 'Bad _ss" in the entire family of 'Force' driver's...Brittany! All she's done is win a couple of 'Top Fuel' Championships and set a national speed record back in 2022. Need I say more? One can easily see that a woman's dominace in the sport can easily be attributed to their superior 'reflexive' twitch muscles, and their steely mental toughness, but let's not leave out the concentration part because that matters too as well. So whenever their is a NHRA Dragster event close to your home, don't sit in front of your television and take in the sights, get out there and rub elbows with some of America's greatest driving competitors and bask in the aura of a beautiful phenomena. The female stars of the NHRA. It should be noted that the great Leah Pruett has stepped away from racing this year to start a family with another racing legend Tony Stewart. For his part, Stewart will be picking up the mantle for his lady and has dedicated himself to driving in her stead for the 2024 year.
Ybsports Staff Images,-Russ Harris
NHRA Superstar Brittany Force sits intensely in the cockpit of her 'Top Fuel' Dragster at last year's NHRA event in Mohnton, Pa.
The LLWS Welcomes The World Back To South Williamsport, Pa. …(RH)…… 2024
NEWTOWN PENNSYLVANIA FROM BUCKS COUNTY IS THE MID ATLANTIC REPRESENTATIVE IN THE SUMMER CLASSIC
Lamade Stadium, Williamsport, Pa...................................................... .......LITTLE LEAGUE........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (8/24) Russ Harris
The month of August signals a time when Television Sports Giant ESPN unveils one of its timeless traditions when it turns its cameras on in S. Williamsport, Pa. and presents to the world this year's version of one of its' brightest stars, The Little League World Series. The flagship giant has brought so many unforgettable moments to its legions of followers, but their coverage of this beautiful young boy's baseball round robin has never looked better. Beginning Wednesday August 14TH the world will be glued to their electronic devices watching these amazing games play out live in front of their eyes as they root for their favorite team. but in this fabulous heart stopping tournament there really are no losers. The games in and of itself are a thing to remember, but what really brings it all to another level is the story lines, or back stories surrounding the teams, players and their families. And this is where ESPN and their incredible team of Analysts, Videographers and Producers reconstruct some out of sight story lines and unbelievable challenges the combatants and their support staff have endured. It is truly "must see" TV.
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Ybsports Staff Image, , (8/24) Russ Harris
The mishandling of the ball on ground at left by Aruba's catcher, scored the winning run for Venezuela in this
Dornoch Fends Off A Hard Charging Mindframe Down The Stretch …(RH)…… 2024
JOCKEY LUIS SAEZ GUIDES DORNOCH TO AN IMPRESSIVE WIN IN THE 156TH RUNNING OF THE HASKELL STAKES
Former Philadelphia Phillies Star Jason Wurth was overjoyed with emotion yesterday as his horse went two for two in his last five races. Last month in the Belmont Stakes at beautiful historic Saratoga Racetrack, Dornoch held off a furious rally by runnerup Mindframe. Yes, the same Mindframe with star jockey Irad Ortiz aboard that nearly caught Dornoch yesterday in Oceanport, New Jersey. Said Wurth, " this is an awesome game" referring to the peaks of emotion that is derived from watching your horse take a "win and your in" race to secure a spot in the prestigios Breeders Cup Classic held this year at Del Mar Park Raceway. Dornoch's owners copped a cool million for their horse's gallant efforts yesterday and with any luck we might see Dornoch next mmonth back at Saratoga for the 'Travers' race.
New Jersey's Version Of Triple Crown Racing Is At Monmouth Park …(RH)…… 2024
THIS SATURDAY MONMOUTH HOSTS IT'S WIN AND YOUR WIN PHASE WITH THE HASKELL STAKES
What Makes Nascar And What They R Doing In The Sport, So Special
Moving the needle in ways not seen before in professional sports is worth talking about. Our follow up to this new paradigm of direction will enlighten you. Not to come off sounding too preachy but, I believe America has been waiting for this! Please click link below.
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Ryan Blaney Is King Of The Hill In Great Getaway 400 At The Pond…(RH)…… 2024
Pocono Racetrack, Long Pond, Pa.............................................................NASCAR SERIES.........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, ......(7/14/24) Russ Harris
CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHERE THE PENSKE NAME ISN'T SHINING BRIGHTLY? THE FORMER LEHIGH UNIVERSITY ICON AND RACING CAR MAGNATE ONCE ADAIN DEMONSTRATED WHY HIS NAME IS SYNONYMOUS WITH RACING IMMORTALITY AND MOTORSPORTS SUPREMACY. PENSKE, NOW IN HIS BACK NINE EIGHTIES, SEEMS TO GET BETTER WITH AGE AS HIS DISCIPLINES CONTINUE TO CARRY HIM TO NEW HEIGHTS. YESTERDAY AT POCONO RACEWAY'S BEAUTIFUL LONG POND RACING FACILITY, HIS #12 CAR, DRIVEN BY RYAN BLANEY, RAN A POWERFUL 3RD STAGE OF THE RACE LEADING 44 LAPS OF THE SCHEDULED 160 LAPS TO GET THE WIN AGAINST SOME STIFF COMPETITION. BLANEY HELD OFF POCONO CROWD FAVORITE DENNY HAMLIN AND HIS TOYOTA WHO FINISHED A CLOSE SECOND. ALEX BOWMAN FOLLOWED HAMLIN IN WITH A THIRD PLACE FINISH WHILE WILLIAM BYRON (4TH) AND THE EVER PRESENT JOEY LOGANO 5TH, CLOSED OUT THE TOP FIVE. BLANEY GRABBED 40 PRECIOUS POINTS TO HAMLIN'S TOTAL OF 54 ON THE DAY BECAUSE OF HIS STRONG SHOWING IN THE TWO PREVIOUS STAGE RACES. EVEN THOUGH BLANEY IS MAKING A STRONG STATEMENT AT THIS POINT IN THE SEASON, (THIS WAS HIS 2ND CUP SERIES WIN THIS YEAR), HIS BIG WIN AT POCONO STILL FAILED TO GET HIM INTO THE STANDINGS OF NASCAR'S TOP FIVE DRIVERS. THOSE HONORS GO TO CHASE ELLIOT 703 PTS, KYLE LARSON 700 PTS, TYLER REDDICK 688 PTS, DENNY HAMLIN 683 PTS, AND WILLIAM BYRON 646 PTS. THE IRONY OF THIS IS THAT ELLIOT AND REDDICK HAVE ONLY 1 WIN APIECE WHILE LARSON, HAMLIN AND BYRON HAVE 3 WINS EACH THIS SEASON.
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Blaney's #12 Wabash Ford sits almost defiantly on pit road as supporters eagerly check out the Ford's paint scheme. Below, Blaney is being interviewed by a Fox Television Crew after taking the checkered flag at Pocono Raceway while just to his right photographers take advantage of the moment to get pictures of the interview as a Nascar official monitors the interaction.
Cole Custer Takes The Nascar Xfinity Series Race On Saturday…(RH)…… 2024
RUN FROM JUSTIN ALLGAIER AND WILLIAM BYRON AND THEIR CHEVROLETS TO TAKE THE CHECKERED FLAG IN BEAUTIFUL LONG POND YESTERDAY AT THE FAMOUS TRICKY TRIANGLE RACETRACK. THIS OPENS THE DOOR FOR AN INCREDIBLE RACE FINALE TODAY FEATURING THE NASCAR CUP SERIES DRIVERS. SUPER TALENTED KYLE LARSON LEADS THE SERIES DRIVERS WITH 671 PTS AND IS FOLLOWED BYCHASE ELLIOT W 660 PTS, TYLER REDDICK W 648, DENNY HAMLIN IS FOURTH W 629 PTS WHILE MARTIN TRUEX JR MAKES A SURPRISING ENTRANCE INTO THE TOP FIVE W 601 PTS.
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A young female Nascar Track official is all business as she prepares for the challenging check points that lie ahead.
Corey Heim Wins Brakleen 250 Truck Race At Pocono Raceway …(RH)…… 2024
HEIm TAKES THE SLIGHTLY RAIN INTERRUPTED RACE KICKING OFF AN INCREDIBLE FIRST LEG OF RACING AT BEAUTIFUL LONG POND RACEWAY. HEIN DOMINATED MOST OF THE RACE WIN A STRONG PIT STRATEGY AND DURABLE RACING DETERMINATION. WE WILL HAVE A COMPLETE UPDATE LATER THIS EVENING. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR AN ENLIGHTENING RECAP OF THIS WEEK'S ACTION FROM PIR.
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A racetrack official gets caught in the post race celebration between Corey Hiem and his team members folling the truck race.
Tickets For This Year's Nascar Race In Long Pond Nearly Gone …(RH)…… 2024
POCONO RACEWAY HAS REPORTED THAT ONLY 3 % OF AVAILABLE TICKETS REMAIN FOR THIS WEEKEND'S EVENTS. RACE FANS MAKE YOUR MOVE NOW IF YOU ALREADY HAVEN'T, SO YOU DON'T GET LEFT OUT. IT'S GOING TO BE A WEEKEND TO REMEMBER.
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2 Days And Counting To Get Your Nascar Weekend Jones On …(RH)…… 2024
THE POCONO RACEWAY SUPPORT STAFF SAYS YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT THEIR RACE WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE FOR ALL THE REASONS YOU SHOULD BE AT POCONO RACEWAY THIS WEEKEND. AND WE SECOND THAT EMOTION. JUST ONE CLICK IS ALL IT TAKES.
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NHRA 16 Time Champion John Force Recovery Still Improving …(RH)…… 2024
AFTER FIVE INYENSE DAYS IN A VIRGINIA TRAUMA UNIT, NHRA SUPERSTAR JOHN FORCE'S MEDICAL STATUS HAS BEEN SHOWING SIGNS OF OPTIMISM. fORCE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AT AROUND 300 MPH WHEN HIS AAA CHEVROLET SEEMED TO CATCH FIRE AT THE END OF A RUN. AND AFTER FIVE DAYS OF INTENSE MEDICAL ATTENTION, FORCE FINALLY OPENED HIS EYES AND RESPONDED TO SOME VERBAL COMMANDS. ALL THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO JOHN FORCE, HIS FAMILY AND THE ENTIRE 'NHRA' BODY FROM THE 'YBSPORTS' STAFF.
A Tribute To A Very Special Individual From YBSports …(RH)…… 2024
IT ISN’T THAT OFTEN WE ARE BLESSED WITH MEETING EXTRAORDINARY SPECIAL PEOPLE. BUT EVEN MORE SPECIAL IS WHEN OUR LIVES ARE CHANGED FOREVER AND FOR THE BETTER BECAUSE OF IT. FOR MORE THAN THREE DECADES I HAVE HAD THE HONOR OF HAVING BEEN BLESSED WITH KNOWING QUENTIN L. PATTERSON, A TRUE RENNAISSANCE MAN WHOSE PASSING WILL BE FELT BY ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM. I AM A MUCH BETTER MAN FOR HAVING SPENT THE GREATER PART OF MY EARLY YEARS WITH HE AND HIS EQUALLY GIFTED AND TALENTED WIFE HELEN PATTERSON. -‘RIP’ MY FRIEND, THE TWO OF YOU WILL BE FOREVER MISSED. Russ Harris -OWNER AND EDITOR OF YBSPORTS.COM
PIR Offering An Incredible Experience For It's Upcoming July Race …(RH)…… 2024
SUNDAY PRESENTS A COOL Q&A SESSION WITH SUPERSTAR DRIVERS KYLE BUSCH AND AUSTIN DILLON AS THEY ARE JOINED BY LEGENDARY CAR OWNER RICHARD CHILDRESS. SATURDAY OFFERS AN EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE PACKAGE. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT IT PLEASE LOOK BELOW
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POCONO RACEWAY IS GIVING THEIR FANS A WEEKEND TO REMEMBER BY SHOWCASING A STAR STUDDED LINEUP OF DRIVER APPEARANCES DURING THE GREAT AMERICAN GETAWAY 400 3 DAY RACE WEEKEND AT LONG POND’S TRICKY TRIANGLE. THIS IS HOW IT WILL LOOK.
FRIDAY JULY 12 –AUSTIN CINDRIC (FAN FAIR STAGE), HARRISON BURTON (VICTORY LANE STAGE)
SATURDAY JULY 13 –RYAN PREECE, NOAH GRAGSON, JOSH BERRY, CHASE BRISCOE (FAN FAIR STAGE)
SUNDAY JULY 14 – CHRIS BUESCHER, TYLER REDDICK, TY GIBBS (FAN FAIR STAGE) /
SUNDAY JULY 14 – RYAN PREECE, MICHAEL McDOWELL (FAN FAIR STAGE), JOHN HUNTER NEMECHEK (VICTORY LANE STAGE)
IN ADDITION ENTERTAINMENT WILL ALSO BE PROVIDED AT THE TRACK AS WELL AS OTHER SPECIAL APPEARANCES. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THAT AND TO GET TIME AND LOCATION DETAILS RELATING TO DRIVER APPEARANCES VISIT THEM AT (WWW.POCONORACEWAY.COM/EVENT GUIDE. LETS GO!!
The NHRA Is Heading Into Their 'Hot' Summer Nationals Stretch …(RH)…… 2024
FOLLOW NHRA ON SOCIAL MEDIA AT - FACEBBOK-INSTAGRAM-TIKTOK-TWIITER X-OR YOUTUBE. THE NHRA'S SOCIAL MEDIA ROUNDUP BRINGS YOU FEATURED CONTENT STORIES LIKE THE ULTRA COOL BEHIND THE SCENES AND DRIVEN, AS WELL AS UPDATES FROM THE NHRA INSIDER 'PODCAST' AND ORIGINAL WRITTEN CONTENT FROM NHRA.COM...................https://nhra.com/nhra
JOHN FORCE, THE ICONIC FUNNY CAR DRIVER AND LONGTIME FACE OF THE NHRA IS IMPROVING AFTER SUFFERING INJURIES AT VIRGINIA
NHRA HEADS TO NORWALK CONNECTICUT THIS WEEK AND WILL BE IN EAST CHATHAM, NY AT THE LEBANON VALLEY DRAGWAY NEXT WEEK. LETS GO!
PIR In The Mix To Help Decide This Year's Nascar Championship …(RH)…… 2024
IN THIS ORDER...LOUDON, NASHVILLE, CHICAGO THEN POCONO...R U READY? TWO WEEKS TO LIFTOFF!
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When it was announced that Nascar was going in new a dynamic direction, Pocono International's "famous" Tricky Triangle Racetrack was left in the unenviable position of trying to make due as a one Nascar Race event per year facility. And one thing has been made abundantly clear to all of its loyal race fans is that not only has the great Pocono racing experiment survived the epic challenge it was faced with during Nascar's huge pardigm shift, it has thrived! Last years racing schedule at one of the country's premier racing venues sold out all four of its races as fans flocked to the 'gem' in the Poconos' to show their love and support to the track and its' legion of standout administrative team. Take a good look at the image above during Sunday's Cup Series race and if you haven't gotten your ticket yet, perhaps you might want to reconsider getting that part of your summer schedule in check.
The North Penn Lady Knights Do The Unexpected In Piaa Final …(RH)…… 2024
HOLD ON FOR A 1-0 WIN OVER FAMILIAR SOL FOE COUNCIL ROCK SOUTH IN STATE 6A CHAMPIONSHIP
Lyons Field, Kutztown, Pa.............................................................PIAA PLAYOFFS........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, ......(6/14/24) Russ Harris
IT'S ALMOST A SURE BET THAT IF THE PIAA STATE SOFTBALL PLAYOFFS ARE BEING CONTESTED AND NORTH PENN HIGH SCHOOL HAS FOUND A WAY TO GET INTO THE TOURNAMENT, THEN ONE OF TWO THINGS WILL DEFINITELY OCCUR...THEY WILL EITHER MAKE A DEEP RUN INTO THE PLAYOFFS, OR WILL UNDOUBTEDLY WIN IT ALL. SUCH WAS THE CASE THIS YEAR AS THE LADY KNIGHTS FOUND THE RESOLVE AND PERSISTANCE TO CAPTURE BACK TO BACK STATE TITLES IN GIRLS SOFTBALL AT PENN STATE UNIVERSITY'S LUBRANO PARK WITH A HARD EARNED 1 TO ZERO WIN OVER AN EXTREMELY GAME COUNCIL ROCK SOUTH SQUAD. AS HAS BEEN THE CASE FOR THE KNIGHTS OUT OF THE TOUGH SURBIRBAN ONE LEAGUE, AGAIN IT WAS PITCHING THAT SPELLED THE DIFFERENCE IN THIS WINNER TAKE ALL BATTLE FOR STATE SUPREMACY. AND AS IT HAS BEEN BEEN FOR SO MANY YEARS PREVIOUS, THE KNIGHTS ALWAYS FIND THAT UNBELIEVABLE DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH PITCHER WHO RELISHES THE OPPORTUNITY IN TAKING HER PLACE OF IMMORTALITY WITHIN THE PANTHEON OF GREAT LADY KNIGHT HURLERS. AND SOMEONE TELL ME WHERE IN THE HECK IS THE NORTH PENN'S HEAD COACH CONTINUALLY FINDING THESE INCREDIBLE YOUNG PITCHERS? THE WELL JUST NEVER SEEMS TO RUN DRY!
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North Penn players gather at home plate to await the arrival of their star slugger who had just cleared the bases for to give her team a 7-2 lead in the fifth inning en-route to a tremendous victory over a tough Central Dauphin Lady Rams team in a Piaa semi-final game at legendary Lyons Ballfield in Mertztown, Pa.
Piaa Softball And Baseball Brackets Begin To Take Shape…(RH)…… 2024
DeSales University, Center Valley, Pa.............................................................PIAA PLAYOFFS........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, ......(6/14/24) Russ Harris
BASEBALL IN THE COMING DAYS. YESTERDAY IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY AT ALLENTOWN, PATRIOTS PARK, THREE CRUCIAL GAMES WERE DECIDED IN GIRLS SOFTBALL AS PITTSTON AREA TOOK ON MECHANICSBURG IN 5A AND BLUE MOUNTAIN SQUARED OFF AGAINST POPE JOHN PAUL II IN GAME TWO WHILE TRI VALLEY TOOK THE FIELD AGAINST OLD FORGE IN THE NIGHT CAP. THE WINNERS WERE ALL FIGHTING FOR A TRIP TO THE STATES FINAL FOUR IN THEIR RESPECTIVE CLASSES. ON THE BOYS SIDE AND JUST A FEW MILES AWAY AT DeSALES UNIVERSITY HAZLETON AND NESHAMINY LOCKED HORNS IN GAME ONE FOLLOWED BY DALLAS MATCHING TALENTS AGAINST THE FIREBIRDS FROM HOLY GHOST PREP.
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A Neshaminy runner tries to slide under the tag of a Liberty third baseman in crucial piaa game at DeSales University.
Pocono's 'Tricky Triangle' Voted Top 'Nascar' Track In 2023-24…(RH)…… 2024
THE IDALSKY AND MATTIOLI FAMILY HAVE BEEN AWARDED ONE OF USA TODAY'S 10 BEST READERS CHOICE TRAVEL AWARDS AS THEIR WORLD REKNOWN 'TRICKY TRIANGULAR' TRACK FACILITY WAS NAMED #1 AMONG NASCAR'S BEST RACING VENUES. THE WELL EARNED AWARD COMES OFF THE HEELS OF AN INCREDIBLE SHOWING BY THE TRACK'S DEDICATED ADMINISTRATIVE GROUP AND ALL OF ITS SUPPORT STAFF. AND BECAUSE OF THEIR COMITTMENT IN BRINGING THEIR THRONGS OF LOYAL RACE FANS ONE OF THE GREATEST RACING EXPERIENCE EVER, THEY WERE REWARDED WITH ENOUGH VOTES TO SECURE THE AWARD.
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The Penn Relays-Getting The World Ready For Paris 2024 …(RH)…… 2024
YBSPORTS ONLINE TO UNVEIL A NEW WEBSITE TO ENHANCE THE PRESENT SITE
Franklin Field, Philadelphia, Pa...................................................... .......PENN RELAYS........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column, (5/24) Russ Harris
SO MANY GREAT TRACK & FIELD MOMENTS HAVE TAKEN PLACE AROUND THE WORLD WITH MANY OF THEM SHOWN ON ESPN. BUT ON SATURDAY THOSE IN ATTENDANCE AT PHILADELPHIA'S VENERABLE FRANKLIN FIELD STADIUM ON THE CAMPUS OF PENN UNIVERSITY WERE TREATED TO SOMETHING INCREDIBLY SPECIAL. FOR STARTERS, THERE WERE THE MASTERS 100 YARD DASH SPRINT FOR AGES FIFTY TO EIGHTY. THEN THE STADIUM PLAYED WITNESS TO THE CONTINUED BRILLIANCE OF SPAIN'S WOMEN'S RELAY TEAMS. BUT THE MOMENT THAT FROZE TIME INSIDE THIS ICONIC STADIUM OCCURRED LATE IN THE AFTERNOON WHEN VILLANOVA'S LIAM MURPHY RAN DOWN PHILADELPHIA'S MOST RECENTLY CROWNED DARLING, VIRGIAN'S REMARKABLE ANCHOR, GARY MARTIN FROM NEARBY PCL GRADUATE ARCH BISHOP WOOD HIGH SCHOOL. IN BETWEEN THE HEROICS OF THE AFOREMENTIONED EVENTS, THERE WERE THE JAMAICAN IRRESPRESSIBLE STRING OF CONTINUED HAIR RAISING FINISHES OF JUST ABOUT EVERY EVENT THESE GIFTED ATHLETES COMPETED IN. THROW IN THE RESPONSES OF THEIR AMAZING LEGION OF FANS THAT WOULD RIVAL ANY OF AMERICA'S MOST LOYAL COLLEGE FOOTBALL FANS, AND IF I COULD BE SO HUMBLE, LET ME BE THE FIRST TO CONGRATULATE THE BODY OF WORK THE PENN RELAYS SPORTS DEPARTMENT PUT IN THE ASSIMILATE SUCH AN INCREDIBLE COORDINATION OF EVENTS. THE WORLD SEES WHO YOU ARE.
Ybsports Staff Image, 5-24 Russ Harris
In one of the relays more heralded race, the women's 4 x 1500 meter relay, the University of Wisconsin was victorious as they held off a furious challenge from the likes of perrenial power Penn State and North Carolina State.
PLEASE CHECK BACK LATER TODAY AS WE WILL BE UPDATING THIS ARTICLE W NEW IMAGES AND COMMENTARY. THANK YOU
NCAA Final Fours To Take Over The Airwaves This Weekend …(RH)…… 2024
YBSPORTS ONLINE TO UNVEIL A NEW WEBSITE TO ENHANCE THE PRESENT SITE
Russ Harris
FOUR OF THE BIGGEST NAMES IN COLLEGE SPORTS WILL BE THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND THEIR TEAMS EFFORTS TO MOVE ONE STEP CLOSER TO A NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP. YBSPORTS ONLINE WILL UNVEIL EARLIER COVERAGE OF THESE FOUR ATHLETES ON THE NEW WEBSITE. THEY ARE PAIGE BUECKERS, CAITLIN CLARK, CUTTER GUATHIER AND ZACK EDEY. YBSPORTSONLINE WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO GET IMAGES OF EACH IN THE PAST TWO MONTHS ON THEIR WAY TO NATIONAL PROMINENCE.
Big Fight Night On Tap Tonite At The Wind Creek's Event Center …(RH)…… 2024
LOCAL TALENT DEBUTS AT THE FAMOUS BETHLEHEM CASINO CONVENTION CENTER 7:00PM
KERMIT CINTRON VS MARTEZ McGREGOR HEADLINES A STAR STUDDED CAST OF HIGHLY TOUTED LOCALS JANELSON BOCHACHICA, CARLOS VIDAL, JONATHAN TORRES AND KHAINELL WHEELER LOOKING TO MOVE UP THE BOXING LADDER OF FAME . ACTION KICKS OFF AT 7:00PM SHARP AT THE EVENT CENTER WHICH IS BACKDROPPED AGAINST THE INCREDIBLE BETHLEHEM STEEL INDUSTRIAL STEEL STACKS.
Paisaa Basketball Titles Decided Today At St. Joe's Hagan Arena…(RH)…… 2024
THE PHELPS SCHOOL VS PERKIOMEN SCHOOL IN BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AT 7:00PM
THE WESTTOWN SCHOOL VS FRIENDS CENTRAL IN GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP GAME AT 5:00PM
Parkland Comes Back To Beat Liberty For District 11 Boys 6A Crown…(RH)…… 2024
THE TROJANS WIN 3RD STRAIGHT DISTRICT TITLE - THE LAST TWO COMING AGAINST THE HURRICANES
PARKLAND TROJANS -49……………………………LIBERTY HURRICANES - 41.…................………
Racing's Two Hottest Motorsports Are Turning The Page In 2024…(RH)…… 2024
NASCAR AT POCONO OFFERS SOME OF THE MOST ATTRACTIVE RACING PACKAGES FOR ALL LEVELS OF FANS
CLICK ON THE LINK AT RIGHT AND LET THEM TELL YOU ALL ABOUT IT https://www.poconoraceway.com/
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NHRA HOT ROD RACING IS PART OF THE AMERICANA FABRIC - YOU JUST DON'T KNOW IT YET!
BUT CLICK ON THE LINK AT THE RIGHT AND EXPLORE THE FASCINATION OF IT....................https://nhra.com/nhra
Now is The Time To Get Your Ticket Purchase On B4 They're All Gone …B4(RH)…… 2024
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UConn Overcomes A Slow 1ST Half To Dominate Villanova On Main Line…(RH)…… 2024
#11 CONN LADY HUSKIES -68……………………………EAVILLANOVA LADY WILDCATS - 60.…................………
Finneran Pavilion, Philadelphia, Pa....................................................... .......NNCAAW-BASKETBALL........................................................................................
Ybsports Staff Column,......................(2/24) Russ Harris
UConn’s Women’s Basketball Team needing a dominant victory at the Finn, led a determined Villanova Wildcat squad by a 37 to 36 score at the break. But at the midway point in the third quarter, the Lady Huskies from Connecticut was hitting on all cylinders at Finneran Pavilion on the city’s main line section. Led by star players Aaliyah Edwards and Paige Bueckers, the Huskies broke open a close game when they jettisoned out to a ten point lead by the end of the 3rd quarter and increased that to a twenty point margin by the game’s end. Edwards scored 22 points on 9 of 13 attempts and had seven rebounds to go along with her aggressive play. She was assisted by UConn most accomplished scorer this year Paige Bueckers who had 21 points to go along with five rebounds and five assists.
WITH FORMER MEN'S COACH JAY WRIGHT SITTING COURTSIDE, NOVA IS UNABLE TO SPRING THE UPSET
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Connecticut super star Paige Bueckers lets go of a three ball right in front bench and Head Coach Geno Auriemma
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Princeton Survives A Scare From The Academy At West Point …(RH)…… 2024
PRINCETON TIGERS -4(OT)……………………………EAARMY BLACK KNIGHTS - 3.…................………
Hobey Baker Arena, Princeton,Nj...................................................... .......ECAC -ICE HOCKEY.........................................................................................
The Army Men’s Ice Hockey Team couldn’t find the magic it needed to overtake a game Princeton Hockey Team on the ice at the Tigers famed Hobey Baker Arena, in Princeton New Jersey. Looking somewhat lethargic, the Black Knights, dressed in their traditional Army cadence green uniforms, fought back three times from one point goal deficits in all three periods. Princeton’s Adam Robbins slid a shot past the ARMY goalie with just about 20 seconds remaining in the overtime period. The Tigers had the advantage in shots on goal. Also scoring for the black and orange were Jack Cronin, Kevin Anderson and Kai Daniells as each of them scored a goal apiece to send the game into OT. The win gave Princeton it’s fourth overtime victory this year.
ARMY DONS THE MILITARY GREEN UNIFORM ENBLAZONED WITH THE NATION'S LETTER ON THE FRONT
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Princeton's Adam Robbins gains puck control in front of his team mates and two quick charging Army front line skaters
'COLLEGE FOOTBALL - STORYBOOK TRADITIONS'
RIVALRIES; A HOT TOPIC DURING THE MONTHS OF NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
Lehigh Lafayette - Army Navy -Yale Harvard...Timeless Chapters …(RH)…… 2023
Lafayette Gets Off To A Slow Start But Shows Their After Burners In 159 …(RH)…… 2023
LAFAYETTE LEOPARDS -49……………………………LEHIGH MOUNTAIN HAWKS - 21.…................………
Ybsports Staff Commentary,............................................................................................NCAA- FOOTBALL
Goodman Stadium - Lower Saucon, ...................... (11 - 2023)................................................................................................... (ATTENDANCE - 14,356)
For two whole quarters Lehigh Football nation must have felt as if they were on the brink of pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the Patriot League when they jumped out to a 14-7 lead and went into the intermission leading the nation’s number 22nd ranked team by a 21 to 14 margin. Leading the way for the Mountain Hawks was its' senior spark plug Jack DiPietro. The running back’s only touchdown of the game gave the Mountain Hawks a seven point lead with a determined draw play up the middle. So how do you turn around a woeful effort in the first half and reignite an explosive offense that was sorely in need of a spark. On several occasions in the first half the Lafayette Head Coach must have had serious thoughts of trepidation as to what was at stake as he was seen standing alone on the sideline apart from everyone with his arms folded, just peering out at his team on the field. But Coach John Trowel’s concerns were short lived however as his Leopards scored 35 unanswered points in half number two on the strength of its running game. Sophomore Running Back Jamar Curtis unleashed a series of devastating jaunts to the endzone for his team leaving several Lehigh would be tacklers in his wake. Curtis scored on runs from 4,9 and 44 yards finishing with 166 yards on 127 carries and three TD’s. Lafayette QB Dean DiNoble threw for 295 yards on 19 of 27 passing. For Lehigh, Quarterback Dante Perri had 125 yards on 18 of 31 attempts with two TD’s and 1 INT> Dipietro finished with 62 yards rushing on 11 carries. Lafayette now awaits its first round playoff opponent for Saturday’s game as the Leopards move to 9-2 overall.
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Lafayette Running Back Jamar Curtis scores the last of his Touchdowns late in the 4th quarter on Saturday.
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"THE SOUTH MOUNTAIN SPORTS CAMPUS IS SELECTED FOR THE PRESTIGIOUS RACE"
The NCAA X Country Regionals Are Slated For Friday At Lehigh …(RH)…… 2023
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Villanova University has built such a storied history nationally within the Track & Field world their appearance is met with great anticipation and big expectations, at any team event have become one of the more anticipated experiences for the thousands of onlookers collecting on courses during any prestigious running events where they have entered. The reason the Main Line school has made themselves such a feared commodity in the NCAA and ultimately a national power, lies with their head coach Marcus O’Sullivan. The Villanova superstar has made himself a signature name within the annals of American Collegiate running lore. It should also be mentioned the legendary figure had carved out a spectacular career for himself as a Nova undergraduate. During his collegiate running days, O’Sullivan was a two-time NCAA X Country Champion and that in and of itself is no small feat. He was also a member of six Penn Relays (Champion of The Americas) teams, and won a total of 10 Big East Titles.
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A Villanova runner leads the pack through the 'Emerald Forest' section of Lehigh's manicured 10.1 K Blue Course.
Villanova, Princeton, Georgetown and Penn State are the usual favorites to capture the Men's and Women's titles
Rutgers Prove They Can Stay With The Big Boys In 'FBS' Football …(RH)…… 2023
SCARLET KNIGHTS -16……………………………OHIO STATE BUCKEYES - 35.…................………
Ybsports Staff Commentary,............................................................................................NCAA- FOOTBALL...................... (11 - 2023)
Ohio State QB Kyle McCord and his star receiver Marvin Harrison, both St Joe Prep Alumni and revered southeastern Pa. icons, were their typical productive selves as McCord threw for 189 yds on 19 of 26 passes with three touchdowns, two of them to the mercurial Harrison, his team mate while at SJP. Harrison has quietly earned the reputation as the best player in America because of his unbelievable acrobatic catches.
A very large and loud sellout crowd, a high energy ball club, and the breaks all seemingly going your way, shouldn’t that qualify as a “W” in the win column?. For two whole quarters, Ohio State trailed the University of Rutgers Football Team and it wasn’t because the visiting Buckeyes just didn’t play well, it had more to do with a spirited Scarlet Knight Football Team outplaying the highly ranked Big 10 counterparts. Playing as if they finally belonged on the same field with the country’s third ranked team, Rutgers out hustled and simply out gained the visitors in yardage by 33 yards at 361 to 328 total yards. They also gained more first downs leading them by a 22-17 margin. To boot, the Scarlet and the White were the first team in the coveted Big 10 to rush for over 200 yards against Coach Ryan Day’s big firing machine. The Scarlet Knights even held the residents of the famous ‘Horse Shoe’ scoreless in the second period outscoring them 9-0.Then how do you ask, if all of the above things are true, did the final score end up in favor of Ohio State and by a nineteen point margin. Consider this, in the second quarter Rutgers completely dominated the Buckeyes in just about every facet including thee most important one…The Big Energy category. So when you’re a coach and you’re team is out gunning one of the nation’s highest flying acts, why would you continually kick field goals after driving deep into the enemy’s territory and end up with the only points in the quarter off the strength of those three field goals! I’m no coach and never have been, but I'm an optimist and I must admit that in my estimation, Greg Schiano is the accelerant for the Scarlet Knights that Hydrogen is to the America’s space program. My other thought is sometimes you have to go along with the flow that this is just your time. Coach Schiano does like to take risks from time to time and maybe, just maybe those gambles will continue to pay off and re-inject a supernatant form of energy into both the players and the fan base as the Scarlet Knights continue to captivate the college football world with its unexpected ascension in the BIG 10.
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Ohio State Defenders gang tackle the Rutgers QB attempt to get a first down inside the 10 yard line.
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UMass Grinds Out A Tough Win Over Army At The Academy …(RH)…… 2023
UMASS MINUTEMEN -21……………………………ARMY BLACK KNIGHTS - 14
West Point, NY ................. Michie Stadium……................................ (10 - 2023)..………................………
Ybsports Staff Commentary,............................................................................................NCAA- FOOTBALL
LOCAL. PLAYERS JALEN STEWART (FREEDOM HS) AND NAHJI LONG (HATBORO HORSHAM) SHINE ON DEFENSE FOR UMASS
The University of Massachusetts went into Michie Stadium on Saturday afternoon and withstood a determined Army Military Academy rally late in the fourth quarter to walk away with a hard earned 21-14 victory over the Black Knights in front of thousands of excited fans at Army's incredible West Point Campus. Michie, pronounced as (Mikey) is a very special place in and of itself because of the magnificent history the stadium is shrouded by. It goes without saying that anyone who is privileged enough to take in a college football game at Michie Stadium, could probably check off one of the top things to do on their bucket list. Even if you’re not a fan of football, the experience is life changing! If there is any doubt that your tax money isn't giving the country it's best chance to stay in front on the global stage, you can quickly dispel that theory. And if you're wondering if a Military Academy can’t compete at the highest tier in collegiate football in America...you can probably toss out that theory as well. In my fourth trip to these sacred grounds, the most recent trip has always seemed the best, as each one has given way to two great feel good emotions.
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Freedom High School standout Jalen Stewart #23 in middle, made a strong contribution for UMass on Saturday.
CLASSES A AA AAA BATTLE FOR STATE QUALIFICATIONS ON FRIDAY ON SOUTH CAMPUS...................................... (10 - 2023)
District 1 X Country Championships Compete At Lehigh …(RH)…… 2023
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THE 'CHUTE' AT LEHIGH IS GAINING GROUND AS BEING ONE OF THE BEST PICS IN ALL OF HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
CLASSES A AA AAA BEGIN TODAY AT 11:00AM ON THE CENTER VALLEY CAMPUS...................... (10 - 2023)
District 11 X Country Championships Today At Desales …(RH)…… 2023
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Parkland's Paul Albein sits in second place at the halfway point behind Nazareth's Giovanni Mastromonaco
……………................…………"IT'S WHATS HAPPENING TODAY"
THE FIGHTING ILLINI OUTLASTS THE DETERMINED SCARLET KNIGHTS IN VOLLEYBALL
Leading 2 Sets To 1, Rutgers Drops The Last 2 In Loss …(RH)…… 2023
A FIVE SET THRILLER IN BIG TEN ACTION GOES TO THE ILLINOIS
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY -25-17, 25-22……………………………ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY - 25-17, 25-22, 15-11
Piscatawayr, Nj ................. Jersey Mike Arena….....
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Rutgers Rikki Williams #4 and team mate Alissa Kinketa at left, combine to score a point in pivotal third set...Chelsea Harvey a local standout player from Pope John Paul II and a Collegeville, Pa. resident did not dress for the game because of injury.....
……………................…………"IT'S WHATS HAPPENING TODAY"
LOCALS MAKE THEIR PRESENCE FELT AGAINST THE VISITORS ON HOMECOMING DAY
UMaine Falls Behind, But Rallies For A Big Win In CAA …(RH)…… 2023
BECAHI'S TAVION BANKS AND COATESVILLE'S KEVIN JONES SHINE ON AT UMAINE!
UMAINE BLACK BEARS -24……………………………LONG ISLAND U SHARKS - 13
Orono, Maine ................. Alfond Stadium….....
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Coatesville High School's Kevin Jones, #77 blocks for team mate and Becahi graduate, Tavion Banks #25 with ball.
……………................…………"IT'S WHATS HAPPENING TODAY"
EVEN IN LOSS, MAINE'S WOMEN'S ICE HOCKEY TEAM SHOWA GREAT COMPETITIVENESS
UNH Travels To Maine U And Wins A Tough One …(RH)…… 2023
BETHLEHEM NATIVE ALYSSA WRUBLE SHOWS MATURITY ON ICE FOR THE LADY BEARS!
UMAINE BLACK BEARS -2……………………………NEW HAMPSHIRE U - 3
Orono, Maine ................. Alfond Arena…...
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Alyssa Wruble, #28 at left takes down a UNH player. Wruble earned herself two minutes in the penalty box for this offense.
..P...................................................................-IT'S RED OCTOBER IN PHILLY'.............................................P....
*PHILS GET IT DOWN TO ONE GAME...AND IT'S AT THE BANK...GOODBYE ARIZONA?* …(RH)…… 2023 ……
"A VERY SPECIAL TREAT AWAITED THE LOYAL PHILADELPHIA RED OCTOBER FANS"…… Click link below
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"THERE ARE GREAT LESSONS TO BE LEARNED FROM HUMILITY AND LOSS "
One Of The Great Moments In High School Sports …(RH)…… 2023
I am a strong believer that the decisions we make are derived from 3 places...Love, Hate or Fear!
Ybsports Staff Commentary,
Jersey Shore High Football players take a knee during halftime of their game against Executive Academy at Muhlenberg College. What is the significance of this shot, one of Executive's [layers had suffered an injury that left him down on the playing surface. While most were heading to their cars to dry off, or going for snacks at the concession stand, these young men and their coach wouldn't leave the field until the player from the opposing team walked off under his own power. If I am not mistaken, even the EEAC team members had been directed to head for the locker room. As for the actions of the young Jersey Shore Bulldogs Team...Now that is something to give praise for! Life isn't about what you're doing, it's about who you're being!
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"THERE ARE ONLY TWO RUNNING EVENTS BETTER THAN LEHIGH'S PAUL SHORT RUN"
The Paul Short Run Generates An Overflow Crowd At Lehigh …(RH)…… 2023
Surprise winners take center stage at this year's great cross country event on South Mountain
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Runners come up through the chute during the Women's 'Open Race' Saturday on Lehigh's 6K course.
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Chester High's fabulous sophomore QB Jalen Harris is eyeing another trip to the PIAA championship this year.
COLLEGE FB RESULTS /2023http://ybsportsonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=335&Itemid=164
FOOTBALL RABID FANS BREAK OUT THEIR FAVORITE TEAM GEAR AS GRIDIRON PLAY KICKS OFF
The Local High School & College Football Seasons Begins …(RH)…… 2023
RUTGERS GETS THINGS STARTED OUT ON THE RIGHT FOOT WINNING THEIR BIG 10 OPENER AT HOME
RUTGERS 24……………………………NORTHWESTERN 7
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What is quickly becoming one of the greatest scenes in all of Rutgers University sports is the entrance of the Scarlet Knight on horseback
YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST A YEAR AGO, SO WILL THE REAL RUTGERS FOOTBALL TEAM PLEASE STAND UP
FORMER PA. NATIVE ANTRON BROWN BRINGS A COLLECTION OF SUPERSTARS W HIM TO W. READING
The NHRA 'Pep Boys' Nationals Showcase In Mohnton, Pa. On 9/14 …(RH)…… 2023
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE AND ARE GOING FAST FOR A CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE HOT ROD DRAG RACING
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Bristol Tennessee had formerly earned the moniker, 'Thunder In The Valley' nickname but for many years, those roaring drag strip echoes have been searing through the hills of mid-eastern Pennsylvania each time The NHRA Championships have made its appearance in the western part of Berks County, Pa. But this year the crowned Drag Racing Kings and Queens of ethanol and alcohol will have a certain preservative of zest or appeal with it in the form of it's incredible female contingent of super talented drivers. For those of you who don't know, the super women have taken over the "all eyes on me" approach reserved for its' already ultra loyal fan base, and has taken it to new heights which has grown in female popularity exponentially. In a sport which had been previously dominated by men since...well since forever, the ladies have shown some of the sports best male drivers the door in practically every racing category.
Never before have the women become the 'shine' in a male oriented racing sport where its fan base had been predominantly male backed. Not anymore though, just take a look around during the NHRA's next nationally televised telecast and scan the crowd, and then judge for yourself. What makes this achievement so remarkable is that it completely exposes the parallels for all competitors when the playing field is leveled in motor sports racing. Take a seat that measures approximately eighteen to twenty inches wide and put a qualified trained individual in there, now make certain that all components are equal in mechanics and in fuel and let's see what happens! I think Leah Pruett, Brittany Force, Andrea Rawlings, Courtney Force, Angelle Sampey, Angie Smith and others have opened a door of confidence for female competitors to walk through in most male dominated motor sports. More Importantly, they've shown us the fascination of it all! For you local lovers of drag racing, former Philadelphia Antron Brown will be there, so Philly get out there and show your support for the man, as well, the legendary King of Funny Car racing John Force, in many ways still the face of the NHRA, will be on tap and he is always worth the expense of time and money to see him put on.
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The NHRA has changed its sparkle dramatically in the last decade or so and with it so has its popularity from coast to coast.
PENNSYLVANIA IS WELL REPRESENTED BY STATE CHAMPION MEDIA, LITTLE LEAGUE
The LLWS Begins In Williamsport In Two Days- R U Ready! …(RH)…… 2023
Ybsports Staff Commentary,
Pennsylyvania’s Little League World Series Representative, The Media LLWS Baseball Team was beaten in their last attempt at staving off elimination in Williamsport, Pa. After losing a close opening round game to a team from the state of Texas, Media rebounded with a win in their second outing against a very strong Maine LLWS Team from the Gray-New Gloucester area. Next up, another North-Eastern Regional Team from Rhode Island. With the game tied at 2 apiece going into the sixth inning, Rhode Island put five runs on the board and kept the team from Pa. scoreless in their last at bat. One incredible moment of consolation for the Delaware County team was a ‘pep’ talk from Philadelphia Phillies’ superstar Bryce Harper who was in attendance during the game along with fellow Phillies’ team mates. In a somewhat ironic twist to Harper’s unexpected visit to the Media little leaguers was how nice it is to think about how awesome it would be to see Harper himself in attendance again at some point in the distant future if and when his son decides to pick up the game of baseball. As someone who has witnessed his son’s incredible baseball IQ, it is also a good bet to concede that the young boy knows quite a bit about baseball already! Here’s wishing!
PENALTY KICKS BETRAY TEAM USA AS PRESSURE DECIDES TEAM AMERICA'S FATE
Team Sweden Stops The American Domination At WWC! …(RH)…… 2023
DID RAPINO, SMITH AND O'HARA WASTE A GOLDEN EFFORT BY GOALIE ALYSSA NAEHER
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In 2019 The U.S. Women's Soccer Team received the royal treatment through New York as the WC Champions.
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EASTON NATIVE AND FORMER LEHIGH ASSISTANT COACH NOEL HIGHTOWER, MAKES THE NBA!
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.4 Time Olympian Joetta Clark Offers A Sweet Alternative ……… 2023
TODAYS SPORTS YOUTH ARE LOOKING FOR EVERY ANGLE AVAILABLE TO GAIN AN EDGE OVER THEIR COMPETITION
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.The NFL Effect On Local Communities Are A Real Deal……… 2023
THE VALLEY'S YOUTH ARE TREATED TO A SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONAL APPEARANCES
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.Eagles DaVonta Smith's Celebrity Softball Game Sparkles ……… 2023
LOCALS SAQUON BARKLEY, JAHAN DOTSON AND JALEN HURTS AMONG STARS WHO SHONE BRIGHTLY
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.Pocono Racetrack Has Been Sizzling Since Early May ……… 2023
WITH SUMMER APPROACHING THE ICONIC RACETRACK IS FINDING EVEN BETTER WAYS TO SHINE
Pocono Racetrack has infused a cool and new way of embracing its' fans for the upcoming summer months and while their at it, they're also adding new complimenatry partnerships to their portfolio. On May 27-28 the Track held it's Great Pocono Air Show which featured none other than the United States Iconoc 'Blue Angels Flight Sqaudron who incidentally were making their first public appearance in the Northeast part of the region. This was the Track's third running of the Air Show and was a great crowd pleaser and sure fire attraction for admirers of all ages. In addition, the Track initiated renovations for an elevated viewing deck which will feature a new section to its' vctory lane. This will be Nascar's Diamond Anniversary Season and Pocono has made sure to give their fans their version of Nascar support with the Paddock and Complex improvements. But what is super cool for this year is that Pocono's loyal race fans will be the beneficiaries of the new Paddock Pass Plusadventure whic will provide a betterand more modern accessfor fan experienceright in the middleof all the actionThey will also offer to the fans a special Drivers Meeting Experience coupled with a seventy five Cup Series Ticket.
HERE'S MORE;To get the real 570 on how hot this summer's going to be at Long Pond - click on this site…… https://www.poconoraceway.com/
THE POCONO MTNS VISITORS CENTERIS RETURNING AS THE XFINITY SERIES RACE SPONSOR
THE LVH NETWORK IS ADDING AN INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND ENTITLEMENT TO CELEBRATE THEIR TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ICONIC TRACK.
.PIAA State 'Spring Championships' Are Fast Underway ……… 2023
BASEBALL…… SOFTBALL ……LACROSSE- BOYS/GIRLS…… BOYS VOLLEBALL
WHO'S MOVIN ON AND WHO'S HEADING HOME - A FULL RECAP TO COME
WHAT WAS EXCITING? AVON GROVE PUSHING PIAA RUNNERUP (LIBERTY) TO THE BRINK OF ELIMINATION
May 29, 2023 ……EVEN THE RAINS COULDN'T DAMPEN THE SPIRIT OF THE 2023 PENN RELAYS
As Expected, The World's #1 Relays Puts On Quite A Show...........Ybsports Staff Image
Jamaica's incomparable superstar Johan Blake poses with an adoring fan on the 'Relays' Franklin Field infield.
.'Take A Minute To Read Up On An Incredible Find ……… 2023
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