SPORTS
Elmira Notre Dame baseball tops Edison in high scoring matchup, local scores
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Elmira Notre Dame baseball outlasted Edison in a rivalry matchup. The Crusaders baseball and boys lacrosse teams, picked up big wins as part of a busy Monday at Elmira Notre Dame. ND baseball opened the day with a 14-8 win over Edison. The Crusaders controlled the first 3 innings of the […]
HS Softball: Corning offense steals show in Elmira stadium opener
Elmira celebrated the opening of its new softball stadium Monday afternoon. Tough part for the Express is Corning felt right at home at Elmira's new digs. The Hawks turned 11 hits, 10 walks and aggressive base running into an 18-2 Southern Tier Athletic Conference victory at Elmira High School. A 10-run fourth inning was followed by a five-run fifth, the final inning thanks to the mercy rule.
18 Sports remembers Horseheads’ Billy Lowe
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – 18 Sports remembers a local sports figure who united the community. Four years ago, Horseheads 15-year-old Billy Lowe sadly passed away while training for hockey and lacrosse suffering a cardiac arrest. The impact of his passing left a lasting impacting on countless people and brought so many together in honor. Billy, […]
College Update: A repeat national champ and 9 other area high school grads come up big
Shining a light on 10 graduates from the Elmira-Corning region who excelled at the college level this winter and into spring. Horseheads alumna Sophia Verkleeren secured All-American recognition in seven events for the Williams College women's swimming & diving team, which placed fourth in Division III nationals the week of March 20-23 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Verkleeren won two national titles, giving her four in her career.
Race of Champions Start Time Moved for Saturday, May 11 at Chemung Speedrome
Race of Champions Series and Chemung Speedrome management have agreed to adjust the opening and start times for the Saturday, May 11, 2024 event. The gates will now open at 3:00pm with qualifying to begin at 6:00pm for the 300th event in Series history. SUBSCRIBE TO WATCH ON RACINGAMERICA.TV. “We...
Horseheads Hitmen announce free admission all season
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The Horseheads Hitmen made a major announcement Wednesday night. The Hitmen, members of the New York Collegiate Baseball League (NYCBL), announced that all home games this season will have free admission for fans. Horseheads plays at the legendary Horseheads Babe Ruth Field Complex located on Mill Street. As the season quickly […]
Elmira Pioneers bulk up roster, local talent on board
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Summer collegiate baseball is almost back in Elmira. The Elmira Pioneers open up the 2024 season on Friday, May 31 vs. Batavia at Historic Dunn Field. Fireworks will follow after the game celebrating the start of the year and the 2023 Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL) West Division Champions. Wednesday, […]
Horseheads boys lacrosse cruises past M-E for fifth straight win
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – Horseheads boys lacrosse just keep on winning. Horseheads boys lacrosse took their 5th straight win, on Tuesday night. The Blue Raiders rolled past Maine-Endwell 17-8, in front of their home crowd. Horseheads jumped out to a 8-2 lead in the 2nd quarter, before the Spartans put together a 3-goal rally. The […]
Upstate NY town triumphs: Listed among U.S. best 5K, half marathon, cultural scene, and more
One Upstate New York town seems to have it all, at least when it comes to some of America’s best road races, cultural events and a picturesque town square. Corning, just south of the Finger Lakes, has been racking up awards in USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards series.
Chris Woodard to compete for Elmira College men’s hoops
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A local product is staying home to play college basketball. Elmira High School basketball grad Chris Woodard will compete for Elmira College next season. Woodard, a dominant player for the Express, joins the Soaring Eagles at forward under head coach Casey McGraw who will begin his fourth season as the leader […]
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