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A Philadelphia Eagles Jacket Worn By Princess Diana Brings Satisfaction to Eagles Fans
During her time in the public eye, Princess Diana’s wardrobe had long been a popular topic of discussion, writes Janine Henni for People. Sports gear was something the Princess would incorporate into her wardrobe as a way to add a level of normalcy to her life. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Princess Diana could be…
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Manor College Junior Breaks Men’s Basketball All-Time Scoring Record
Manor College junior Immanuel Roach became Manor College’s all-time leading points scorer. He broke the record of 1,202 set by Aaron Brown ‘08. Roach ends his junior year with 1,225 total points for his career. “It feels amazing to break the record because it’s a testament to my faith and the work I’ve put in,”…
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Horsham Welcomes New Indoor Pickleball Destination
Pickleball’s rapid rise continues in Montgomery County, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The BuxMont Pickleball Club will celebrate the grand opening of its new indoor facility in Horsham with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 28. The event, hosted alongside the Greater BucksMont Chamber of Commerce, will take place from noon to 2 p.m. at the…
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Philly Special Will Be Subject of New ESPN ‘30 for 30’ Documentary
ESPN has decided to use “The Philly Special” from Super Bowl LII as the subject of its newest 30 for 30 documentary, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. The documentary, produced by NFL Films and directed by Shannon Furman and Angela Zender, will premiere on Friday, February 6 at 9 p.m. “Everybody loves the…
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Subaru Park in Chester Gets Upgrades as New MLS Season Opens
There’s a lot happening at Subaru Park in Chester, from new lighting to an upgrade to the concession and retail areas, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. . There are more food and beverage options, new sponsors, and a new concession operator, Aramark. Philadelphia Union President Tim McDermott said the new multimillion-dollar stadium…
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Meet the Northeast Philly Brothers Sharing Success in Their Respective Sports
Two brothers from Northeast Philadelphia are each finding success within their respective sports, building their trophy case, writes Pat Gallen for CBS News Philadelphia. Last year, the older from Frankie Westfield made his debut with the Philadelphia Union. The next day, his younger brother Rocco Westfield helped lead Father Judge High School’s basketball team to…
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MLB Plans to Invest Millions in Philadelphia Communities for 2026 All-Star Weekend
In 2019, the MLB did something it doesn’t typically do in announcing the host city of its All-Star Game seven years in advance. Knowing that 2026 is the 250th birthday of America, the league knew there was an opportunity there that it could not miss, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “We put…
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Shapiro Administration Invests $3.1M in State Funding to Upcoming Philadelphia Sporting Events
Pennsylvania and the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro is investing nearly $5 million to support the state’s upcoming sporting events, including $3.1 million to Philadelphia’s, writes Mike Larson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Of the $3.1 million in funding, Philadelphia Soccer 2026 will receive $1.7 million for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia…
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Côte d’Ivoire Selects Chester Facilities as World Cup Base Camp
The West African Cote d’Ivoire team has selected the Philadelphia Union’s Subaru Park and WSFS Bank Sportsplex in Chester as its base camp for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The country’s national team will play two matches in Philadelphia during the group round of the tournament. Les…
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NBC Sports Philadelphia Reporter Taryn Hatcher is Winning Over An Army of Fans
Taryn Hatcher has worked as a TV reporter for NBC Sports Philadelphia for the past six years and is developing a reputation as one of the worst-kept secrets in sports broadcasting thanks to her growing popularity, writes Tom Sheen for The U.S. Sun. This is thanks to her brilliant coverage of the Eagles, 76ers, Phillies,…
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See Where Gritty Ranks in Annual Salary Among NHL, Professional Sports Mascots
A new analysis of the highest-paid mascots last year has been released and Gritty, the Philadelphia Flyers mascot, made a pretty penny in 2025, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. According to the analysis, Gritty makes nearly $250,000 annually, which places him as the highest-paid mascot in the NHL by a mile. This is despite…
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Hosting a PGA Championshp Comes With Some Sacrifice at Aronmink
The courses at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square have been temporarily closed to its own members since November as the club prepares to welcome players and 200,000 spectators in May for the 2026 PGA Championship May 11-17, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. They will remain closed until the championship concludes. Temporary construction…
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WSJ: New Book Delves Into Careers of Two Players Who Led the Sixers To Most Recent NBA Championship
While the NBA was going through a down period during the 1970s, the American Basketball Association was thriving, thanks to its arguably two best players at the time, Julius Erving and Moses Malone, writes Alex Bleth for The Wall Street Journal. Those two players also led the Philadelphia 76ers to its most recent championship in…
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Eastern University Launches Men’s and Women’s Collegiate Rugby
Eastern University is launching men’s and women’s collegiate rugby and expanding athletic opportunities while further enriching campus life and supporting the university’s commitment to holistic student development. Both programs are expected to compete at the Division III level within the National Collegiate Rugby framework beginning in Spring 2027, while remaining active members of USA Rugby.…
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How Temple’s Former Women’s Fencing Coach Broke Barriers, Created Opportunities for Future Generations
For five decades, Dr. Nikki Franke stood as a consistent presence for Temple University’s women’s fencing team, writes Krystle Rich for CBS News Philadelphia. While she retired from her longtime post in 2022, she is still praised as someone who broke barriers and created opportunities for generations after her. Franke became introduced to fencing while…
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Phillies Truck, Packed with Gear and Hot Dog Launcher, Heads to Spring Training
Heading to spring training in Clearwater, Florida, the Philadelphia Phillies are bringing along a truck stocked with hats, gloves, and even a hot dog launcher, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Decorated for their All-Star Game on July 14 at Citizens Bank Park, the truck will travel 1,054 miles across eight states to reach…
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Here Are Some Things to Know About Eagles’ Chief Security Officer Dom DiSandro
Dom DiSandro made headlines during last weekend’s Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers game, but he’s more than just a guy who got into a scuffle with linebacker Dre Greenlaw and later ejected, writes Matt Ehalt for the New York Post. DiSandro, 44, is a South Philadelphia native and George Washington High School graduate. He…
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Levittown’s David Blay Aiming For NFL, Hopes For Eagles ‘Dream Scenario’
After a five-year collegiate career spanning three schools and two competitive levels, Levittown’s David Blay now hopes to continue in the NFL, writes Devin Jackson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Harry S. Truman High School graduate took a winding path through college football. After starting at Division II West Chester, he then moved on to…
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