Sports
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Did You Know John Cena’s Grandfather Was Once a Philadelphia Phillies First Baseman?
The name Tony Lupien may not be familiar to many, but he was the grandfather of WWE superstar and actor John Cena, and once played for the Philadelphia Phillies, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Lupien’s didn’t have a long tenure with the Phillies, but his departure was a tumultuous one. Just over a…
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GMercyU’s Sport Business Association Hosts Baseball Summit to Bring Together Students, Industry Leaders
Gwynedd Mercy University’s Sport Business Association (SBA) recently welcomed more than 80 registered attendees, including members of the university’s President’s Council, to its highly anticipated Baseball Summit. The evening brought together students, alumni, faculty, community members, and industry professionals for a meaningful night of learning, networking, and career exploration. The summit featured a virtual keynote message from Andrew…
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Rugby Coach Behind Eagles’ Tush Push Talks Controversial Play and Who Outed Him
The Philadelphia Eagles have become synonymous for the tush push over the past several seasons, and the play’s addition to the team’s offensive playbook can be credited to Richie Gray, according to a recent Sports in America podcast episode for WHYY. The internationally known former rugby coach from Scotland stayed up late on the night…
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New Women’s Sports Hub Coming to Philadelphia in 2026
There will soon be a new women’s sports hub launching in Philadelphia when 2026 rolls around, writes Shara Dae Howard for KYW Newsradio. Jen Leary, who has been among the most vocal women’s sports advocates in the city, is the founder of the soon-to-be-launched, Stoop Pigeon. Her goal is for the new hub to be…
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WSJ: Phillies’ General Manager Dave Dombrowski is MLB’s Oldest Executive, But Also Among the Best
The Philadelphia Phillies have the distinction of employing the oldest general manager in the league in Dave Dombrowsi, 69, writes Jared Diamond for The Wall Street Journal. While he’s only been the Phillies’ president of basketball operations since 2021, his career began as an administrative assistant for the Chicago White Sox in 1978. Over the…
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Philadelphia Phillies to Play MLB Field of Dreams Game in 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies’ schedule for the 2026 MLB season has been unveiled, and we now know the team will be facing the Minnesota Twins in the revived Field of Dreams game, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. Set for Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, this will be the first Field of Dreams game the MLB…
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Eastern University Football Team Headed to NCAA Playoffs After Claiming First-Ever Conference Title
Eastern University’s football team has claimed the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) championship in just its third official season of play. The Eagles defeated Stevenson University, 16-10, on Saturday, marking a historic milestone for the young program. “This team has shown extraordinary grit all season,” said head coach Billy Crocker. “To accomplish something this significant in just our…
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Eagles Cheerleader from Levittown Also Inspires as Teacher, Coach and Grad Student
James LeGette, who lives in Levittown, is managing to balance his career as a special education teacher and his graduate studies while enjoying being one of only three male Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders, reports Jenna Miller for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Performing as part of the Birds’ cheer team had always been his lifelong dream. This year…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Ten Best Sports Cities for Fans in the Country
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten cities in the nation that have the best vibes for sports fans, according to a recently released report by WalletHub, writes Lauren Barry for KYW Newsradio. The ranking compared nearly 400 towns nationwide using 50 key metrics across football, baseball, basketball, soccer and hockey. “Sports can cause rivalries between…
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Neumann Goretti Alum Starts New Chapter As Sophomore Transfer Basketball Player At BYU
Robert Wright III, who made a name for himself on the high school level at Neumann Goretti, is embarking on a new journey as a sophomore at BYU, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Wilmington native transferred to BYU from Baylor University, where he was teammates with Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe and…
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Fresh Off a National Championship, Chester County Native Inherits Reins of Columbia Men’s Basketball
It’s not exactly the Hatfields and the McCoys, but the athletic rivalry between Kennett and Unionville is nonetheless intense, and it’s one that 37-year-old Kevin Hovde experienced from both sides. The Kennett Square native spent his formative years as a student in the Kennett Consolidated School District, where he became enthralled with the community’s basketball…
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Kennett Square’s Kicker Shay Barker Set to Follow Older Brother to Division I Football Next Fall
Kennett Square kicker Shay Barker is set to follow his older brother Ryan Barker into Division I level next fall, when he joins Syracuse University, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The brothers grew up constantly competing, but beneath it all, Shay admired his big brother and wanted to echo his talent. Over time,…
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For Chester High’s Shemaj Henry, Football Has Turned His Life Around
Shemaj Henry, Chester High School Clippers’ 6-foot-8 offensive tackle, was once embarrassed about his size and weight. The high school senior still remembers at age 14, weighing 430 pounds, when he couldn’t fit into a roller coaster carriage. It led him to change his life through football. He lost 100 pounds over 18 months, and…
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Philadelphia Eagles Now Second-Most Valuable NFL Franchise
The Philadelphia Eagles are now the second-most valuable franchise in the NFL after their Super Bowl-winning season, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The team’s value jumped 10 percent from last year. London-based valuation and strategy consulting firm, Brand Finance, which did the analysis, values the Eagles’ brand at $1.3 billion. The Eagles…
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Eagles’ Tush Push Examined at University of Rochester in Effort to Study Safety and Performance
University of Rochester students are examining the Philadelphia Eagles‘ tush push to understand why it works and how it can be made safer, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Usually focused on running and jumping, the university’s biomechanics lab has been working overtime, employing high-speed cameras and pressure-mapping insoles to break down the Birds’…
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Philadelphia 76ers Play-By-Play Announcer Kate Scott Hired to Lead WNBA Coverage on USA Network
Kate Scott, the Philadelphia 76ers’ play-by-play announcer, has been named as the lead broadcaster for WNBA coverage as it makes it way onto USA Network in 2026, writes Molly McVety for PhillyVoice. Earlier this month, USA Network announced a new 11-year deal with the WNBA to show more than 50 games on the network next…
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Who Is Philadelphia Eagles Associate Performance Coach Autumn Lockwood?
Growing up, football and change has been the two constants that have guided Autumn Lockwood’s life, writes Abigail Cuffey for Women’s Health. A soccer player at the University of Arizona, Lockwood went on to graduate with a degree in criminal justice. Through she had the initial intention of becoming a special agent, she started to…
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Women’s Professional Basketball League Unrivaled is Coming to Philadelphia
Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s professional basketball league, will be coming to Philadelphia during its 2026 season. The official announcement was made during a rally and press conference at LOVE Park on Thursday, October 2. Founded in 2023 by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, Unrivaled has served as an alternative basketball league for players…
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