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Guardians carry fathers’ wisdom throughout their major league journeys
TORONTO — For Guardians players and coaches, Father’s Day means paying respect to the men in their lives who guided them along their path to the major leagues. Whether they have been in the big leagues for a few years or even a few months, the roles played by father figures in their lives have had a tremendous impact.
Cleveland.com Baseball All-Stars 2024: Meet the best from Northeast Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Josh Stalnaker had not attended public school until his senior year. He credits baseball for helping him with that transition, reuniting with former travel ball teammates in Twinsburg. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
Kelce makes appearance at inaugural David Njoku Celebrity Softball Game
The inaugural David Njoku Celebrity Softball Game held June 8 at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake saw players from across the sports spectrum – from local and out-of-state football stars, internet influencers and reality stars, to music artists, comedians, wrestlers and MMA fighters. Besides the softball game, other...
2023-24 Cleveland Monsters Defined By Pain, Pride & Promise
The Cleveland Monsters had the Hershey Bears right where they wanted them on Wednesday night. After James Malatesta tied Game 7 late in the third period, nervousness was felt all over Giant Center. It was yet another overtime game. But this time, whoever scored would punch their ticket to the Calder Cup Finals.
Brush girls basketball: Arcs paving the way for another deep postseason run
For a young team, Brush has strong chemistry. The Arcs share the ball at a high level and play complete team basketball. A big part of developing chemistry like this was last year’s experience for freshmen Tatiana Mason and Chaniyra McDowell-Isaacs. Now sophomores, they’re leading the charge on and off the court.
Silver team takes gold at Domiano’s Great Race at Brady Middle School
PEPPER PIKE, Ohio -- The 38th annual Brady Middle School Domiano’s Great Race ended the school year with the silver team taking the gold. The three-day event was held all around the Orange Schools campus, including the high school track, the middle school gym, the playground and the campus upper fields, according to a news release from the Orange City School District.
Euclid boys volleyball: Meech Lumpkin sees commitment to Hiram as mark of his dedication to the sport
Meech Lumpkin has been a cornerstone of the Euclid boys volleyball program in its first two seasons. Now he has the chance to perform at the next level. Lumpkin announced on Instagram June 15 that he’ll be continuing his athletic and academic career at Hiram. The recent graduate finished last season with 128 kills for an average of 2.5, as he finished fifth in the News-Herald coverage area.
A Game of Catch: Father’s Day is a great day or maybe a painful day – Terry Pluto’s Faith & You
CLEVELAND, Ohio – On most Father’s Days, I can close my eyes and still see my father, his bald head, his large shoulders sagging a bit. This memory is from about 60 years ago. He came home from his job at the old Fazio Foods warehouse. He usually worked 10-hour days. He just wanted to have something quick to eat, then spread out on the sofa and watch a ballgame.
Lydeo repeats in $20,500 Filly and Mare Distaff at MGM Northfield Park
Northfield, OH — Heavy favorite Lydeo continued her winning ways on Saturday (June 15) with a convincing victory in the $20,500 Filly and Mare Open at MGM Northfield Park. Caught three-wide into the initial turn, Lydeo (Aaron Merriman) had to work to get around Lady Rita (Justin Irvine) and Magical Mistress (Elliott Deaton) but managed to clear into the backstretch. Lydeo, who cruised last week, took the field to the opening quarter in a sensible :27.3.
CORNWELL EXPANDS ITS REACH TO INCLUDE BRITTANY'S DRAGSTER FOR OHIO EVENTS
Every time Brittany Force comes to Ohio, she will have the colors and brand of a company familiar to the state emblazoned on the side of her Top Fuel dragster. Cornwell Tools is the primary supporter for the Summit Motorsports Park’s 47th annual Night Under Fire, and with an announcement on Thursday afternoon, will bear the colors at the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals, June 28 - 30, at the same venue outside of Cleveland, Ohio.
Captains clinch first-half championship, playoff berth
Two dramatic finishes led the Captains to a spot in the Midwest League playoffs on June 15. In Eastlake, the Captains scored one run in the ninth inning to tie their game against Fort Wayne, then won it in the 10th, 2-1. That result, coupled with Dayton’s three-run rally in...
Major College Football Publication Tabs 5 Notre Dame Players as Pre-Season All-Americans
Who needs a conference? Notre Dame has been part of the blueblood conversation for generations thanks to the program’s 11 claimed national championships. The most recent of which came in 1988, so the Fighting Irish have yet to join the ranks of bluebloods who have won a national title on the field rather than just in the polls.
In this high-tech age, there’s no excuse for losing touch with cherished friends: Justice B. Hill
CLEVELAND, Ohio — I was in the South Euclid library, awaiting its weekly writer’s workshop to start, when I got a call. The caller’s name displayed itself, and I couldn’t answer quickly enough. John Benander, the caller, was somebody whose voice I hadn’t heard in a...
Rising Licking County stars use 15U baseball as proving ground
NEWARK — The Lakewood baseball team will have several holes to fill next spring due to graduation, and Landen Maynard is auditioning for a spot each time he takes the mound this summer. Coach Chuck Davis had a front-row seat for Maynard’s impressive work Thursday. Maynard struck out eight in five two-hit innings,...
Lipscomb’s Walk-Off Fielder’s Choice Helps Captains Clinch First Half Division Title
EASTLAKE, OH – In the fifth game of a scheduled six-game series, the Lake County Captains (38-24) defeated the Fort Wayne TinCaps (26-36) in 10 innings by a final score of 2-1 on Saturday night at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake. Captains CF Guy Lipscomb ended the game...
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