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Frances Tiafoe, Son Of Maryland Custodian, Ends US Open Run In Historic Upset Frances Tiafoe, Son Of Maryland Custodian, Ends US Open Run In Historic Upset
Frances Tiafoe, Son Of Maryland Custodian, Ends US Open Run In Historic Upset Frances Tiafoe's 2023 US Open run ended in an upset on Tuesday, Sept. 5. For Ben Shelton, though, it's only just begun. Tiafoe, who is ranked No. 10 in the world, fell to 20-year-old Shelton in the quarterfinals 6-2 3-6 7-6(7) 6-2, in Queens, NY. View this post on Instagram A post shared by US Open (@usopen) The match was historic in that it was the first time two Black men faced off, and that Shelton's win makes him the youngest American to reach the Open semis since Andy Roddick in 2003. He'll face Novak Djokovic on Friday, Sept. 8. Shel…
Influencer Paige Lorenze From Guilford Cheers On Boyfriend Tommy Paul At US Open Influencer Paige Lorenze From Guilford Cheers On Boyfriend Tommy Paul At US Open
Influencer Paige Lorenze From Guilford Cheers On Boyfriend Tommy Paul At US Open The US Open is a place for stars, and Connecticut native Paige Lorenze is one of them. The 27-year-old New Haven County native from Guilford sat courtside at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, Queens, on Sunday, Sept. 3, as her boyfriend Tommy Paul, played against 20-year-old Ben Shelton. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paige Lorenze (@paigelorenze) Lorenze posted a photo of the court to her Instagram story moments before the match started. Paul, age 26, ultimately fell to Shelton in the fourth set, making Shelton the youngest A…
Aaron Rodgers Cheers On Fellow NJ Resident Tommy Paul At US Open Aaron Rodgers Cheers On Fellow NJ Resident Tommy Paul At US Open
Aaron Rodgers Cheers On Fellow NJ Resident Tommy Paul At US Open The US Open is the place to be for New Jersey residents on Sunday, Sept. 3. Aaron Rodgers, who famously moved to Montclair earlier this year, was among the celebs at this year's US Open, presumably cheering on Voorhees native, Tommy Paul. Paul, 26, advanced to the fourth round of the Open for the first time in his career, after beating Spain's Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on Friday, Sept. 1. He lost in the fourth set, making 20-year-old Ben Shelton the youngest American quarter-finalist since Andy Roddick in 2002. There was no shortage of star power in the stands for Paul's match. Rodgers …
Success Stories: 6 Byram Hills HS Student-Athletes To Join College Programs Success Stories: 6 Byram Hills HS Student-Athletes To Join College Programs
Success Stories: 6 Byram Hills HS Student-Athletes To Join College Programs Half a dozen standout student-athletes from a high school in Northern Westchester have committed to officially joining NCAA Division I and Division III programs throughout the country. The six seniors, who all attend Byram Hills High School in Armonk, were honored in the school's gym during a ceremonial signing day event held on Tuesday, April 25 that was attended by students, faculty, and staff, the district announced on Tuesday, May 16. The six athletes who will be joining Divison I and Divison III programs include:  Anthony Cozza, who will be joining Marymount University's l…
Roslyn Boy Involved In Double-Fatal Crash In Jericho Remembered As 'True Champion' Roslyn Boy Involved In Double-Fatal Crash In Jericho Remembered As 'True Champion'
Roslyn Boy Involved In Double-Fatal Crash In Jericho Remembered As 'True Champion' The family hopes to keep their son’s spirit alive by providing underprivileged kids with tennis lessons and scholarships. Drew Hassenbein, aged 14, was one of two Roslyn teen tennis stars who suffered fatal injuries in a wrong-way drunk driving crash the night of Wednesday, May 3. “The Roslyn High School tennis team was celebrating a huge victory where Drew won his match at first singles,” Debbie Hassenbein wrote on Drew’s GoFundMe page of the night of the crash. “Even though Drew was a nationally-ranked boys player, nothing meant more to him than being a part of the Roslyn tennis commun…
‘Outpouring Of Love, Support’ Shown For Roslyn Teen Victim Of Double-Fatal Drunk Driving Crash ‘Outpouring Of Love, Support’ Shown For Roslyn Teen Victim Of Double-Fatal Drunk Driving Crash
‘Outpouring Of Love, Support’ Shown For Roslyn Teen Victim Of Double-Fatal Drunk Driving Crash A fundraiser set up to honor a young Long Island tennis star who was a victim of a double-fatal crash has seen a tremendous amount of support on its first day.  Ethan Falkowitz was one of two 14-year-old Roslyn boys who suffered fatal injuries following a drunk-driving crash on the night of Wednesday, May 3. Earlier Report: 14-Year-Olds Killed In Wrong-Way Jericho Crash Were Young Tennis Stars From Roslyn Falkowitz, Drew Hassenbein, and two other boys were riding northbound on Route 106 in Jericho when 34-year-old Amandeep Singh, also of Roslyn, drove the wrong way and collided with …
Maxim's 'Sexiest Woman Alive' Paige Spiranac Hosting Alpine Country Club Charity Event Maxim's 'Sexiest Woman Alive' Paige Spiranac Hosting Alpine Country Club Charity Event
Maxim's 'Sexiest Woman Alive' Paige Spiranac Hosting Alpine Country Club Charity Event Get ready to hit the links with the Sexiest Woman Alive. Paige Spiranac, who was awarded Maxim's honor in 2022, is hosting City Harvest's Celebrity Chefs and Friends Golf and Tennis Tournament on Monday, May 8 at Alpine Country Club in Demarest.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Geoffrey Zakarian (@geoffreyzakarian) Last year's tournament raised enough money to provide meals for 850,000 people. The event will also feature Yankees legend C.C. Sabathia along with famous chefs like Marcus Samuelsson and Joe Torres and actor Len Car…
Former Miss NJ Runner Up Dating Champion Golfer Former Miss NJ Runner Up Dating Champion Golfer
Former Miss NJ Runner Up Dating Champion Golfer Katherine Gaal has gone from Miss New Jersey runner-up to dating Mr. US Open. Gaal, who was first runner-up in the Miss New Jersey pageant in 2013, is linked to Matt Fitzpatrick, who won the 2022 US Open.  Fitzpatrick also won the 2023 RBG Heritage Open on Sunday, April 16. When she's not hitting the links with the guy she's linked with, Gaal works for Commvault, a data protection company, in Monmouth County. Fitzpatrick seems thrilled to have Gaal by his side. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Matt Fitzpatrick (@mattfitz94) …
Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Philadelphia Area Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Philadelphia Area
Celebs You Probably Didn't Know Were From Philadelphia Area When it comes to celebrities, Pennsylvania boasts a roster of A-List talent to rival any state. Some of the most iconic athletes, musicians, and TV personalities live in Philadelphia (or its suburbs), or once called it home. Here are the famous people you probably didn't realize were from the city of Brotherly Love: Philadelphia: Erika Alexander graduated from Philadelphia High School for Girls and is most famous for her role as Pam Tucker on NBC's "The Cosby Show." Kevin Bacon attended Julia R. Masterman High School and earned a full scholarship to the Pennsylvania Governor's …
Tennis Coach Sexually Assaulted Juvenile Athlete All Around The World, Police In PA Say Tennis Coach Sexually Assaulted Juvenile Athlete All Around The World, Police In PA Say
Tennis Coach Sexually Assaulted Juvenile Athlete All Around The World, Police In PA Say A tennis instructor faces felony charges after authorities say he repeatedly abused a student while traveling the world to compete in tournaments.  Hector Andres Jacome Jaramillo, 24, was arrested at his residence in Washington Crossing on Tuesday, Jan. 3, and booked at the Bucks County lockup in lieu of a $200,000 bail bond, court records show.  Investigators believe Jacome Jaramillo sexually assaulted a student under the age of 16 on separate occasions in Upper Makefield and Solebury townships, as well as in Florida and unspecified foreign countries, District Attorney Matth…
'It's Long Overdue': Officials Unveil New $40M Memorial Field Complex In Mount Vernon 'It's Long Overdue': Officials Unveil New $40M Memorial Field Complex In Mount Vernon
'It's Long Overdue': Officials Unveil New $40M Memorial Field Complex In Mount Vernon Officials unveiled the long-awaited new Memorial Field Complex in Westchester County. The ribbon-cutting event for the newly-updated field in Mount Vernon, hosted by Westchester County Executive George Latimer and City of Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard on Wednesday, Sept. 21. The project cost a total of $40 million, and the new stadium has 3,900 seats, a lighted field equipped for football, soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey, along with a sound system that can handle major concerts, officials said.  On Saturday, Sept. 24, the field will host its first Mount Vernon Hig…
Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Welcomed Back Home After Historic US Open Run Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Welcomed Back Home After Historic US Open Run
Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Welcomed Back Home After Historic US Open Run Tennis legend Frances Tiafoe is being welcomed back home after his historic run in the 2022 US Open, announced officials. Prince George's County officials will be welcoming Tiafoe back in a celebration at the Junior Tennis Champions Center in College Park on Friday, Sept. 16 at 3 p.m., announced County Executive Angela Alsobrooks. REGISTRATION CLOSED: Wow, we are so excited to see the overwhelming show of support for Frances Tiafoe! Registration is now closed for the event as we have reached capacity. We will live stream the program portion of the event from our social media pages. #Gre…
A Cinderella Story: Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Defeated In Heartbreaking US Open Semifinal A Cinderella Story: Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Defeated In Heartbreaking US Open Semifinal
A Cinderella Story: Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Defeated In Heartbreaking US Open Semifinal Hyattsville's Frances Tiafoe saw a heartbreaking end to a superb run in the US Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium after a loss in the semifinals to Spain's Carlos Alcaraz. The 19-year-old Alcaraz battled with 24-year-old Tiafoe in the suspenseful match for over four hours, winning after a tie breaking set. Alcaraz will move on to the final match against Casper Ruud of Norway to battle for the championship and the No. 1 world ranking on Sunday, Sept. 11. In a heartbreaking moment after the match, Tiafoe apologized to the crowd, which saw several notable supporters including Michelle Obama, promisi…
2X US Open Beer Chugger Is North Jersey Native 2X US Open Beer Chugger Is North Jersey Native
2X US Open Beer Chugger Is North Jersey Native Megan Lucky and her beer had deja vu at the US Open. The North Jersey native who last year went viral for chugging her beer at the tennis games has done it again. View this post on Instagram A post shared by US Open (@usopen) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Lucky (@meglucky53) The Ridgewood High School grad, 26, became an instant hit when she downed her drink in just under 8 seconds at the US Open in 2021. And so when the cameramen inside of Louis Armstrong Stadium made eye…
Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Becomes First American To Reach US Open Semis In 16 Years Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Becomes First American To Reach US Open Semis In 16 Years
Maryland's Frances Tiafoe Becomes First American To Reach US Open Semis In 16 Years Two to go. Maryland’s Frances Tiafoe continued his magical ride at the US Open on Wednesday afternoon, topping Russian Andrey Rublev in straight sets to advance to the semifinals of the grand slam tournament in Queens. Tiafoe's jubilation after winning was captured by ESPN, which shared a video of him playing to the crowd, dancing, and celebrating with friends and family while the crowd went crazy. LOOK AT WHAT IT MEANS TO FRANCES TIAFOE‼️HE ADVANCES TO THE SEMIFINALS OF THE #USOPEN pic.twitter.com/a2Ms6CVUtq — ESPN (@espn) September 7, 2022 Tiafoe topped his foe 6-7, 6-7, 4-6, taking…
Here's How The World Is Reacting To Hyattsville Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal Here's How The World Is Reacting To Hyattsville Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal
Here's How The World Is Reacting To Hyattsville Tennis Star's Shocking US Open Upset Of Nadal Maryland’s Frances Tiafoe had a night to remember at the US Open, taking down a tennis legend and sending himself sprinting into the quarterfinals of the tournament. Tiafoe, a 24-year-old Hyattsville native out of Prince George's County, took down future Hall of Famer Rafael Nadal, the number two seed, in the fourth round at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, much to the shock and delight of many. The underdog (22nd seed) topped the legend 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to snap Nadal's 22-match Grand Slam winning streak and puts him one step closer to a potential first major championship. Tiafoe’s unexp…
Northern Virginia Tennis Coach Of 44 Years Suffered Stroke, Support Surges Northern Virginia Tennis Coach Of 44 Years Suffered Stroke, Support Surges
Northern Virginia Tennis Coach Of 44 Years Suffered Stroke, Support Surges Jorge Cordova is described as a dear friend and unbelievable tennis mentor. On July 29, Cordova suffered a stroke in his office at the Belmont Country Club where he teaches tennis, according to a GoFundMe page started by his family. He was brought to the ICU at Inova Fairfax Hospital, before being moved to a regular room to recuperate, but the family was not given a discharge date, they said. His family started the GoFundMe page to cover his medical expenses and get him back to doing what he loves. "His care for his students is evident to all who have taken lessons from him or watched…
Englewood's Bernard Michael Pisani, 79, Found Success On Wall St. And Joy In Family & Friends Englewood's Bernard Michael Pisani, 79, Found Success On Wall St. And Joy In Family & Friends
Englewood's Bernard Michael Pisani, 79, Found Success On Wall St. And Joy In Family & Friends Bernard Michael Pisani died Sunday evening, March 20, 2022. He would have turned 80 this October. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Shelden Ogilvy Pisani; three of his four children, Michael, David and Laura (his youngest child, Alice, having sadly predeceased him); seven grandchildren; his three brothers, Anthony, John, and Christopher; and a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews — all of whom now miss him terribly. He was born in New York City to Brenda and Dr. Bernard Pisani and was raised in Englewood, where he attended the Englewood School for Boys. He entered Lafayette Colle…
Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (TRIBUTE) Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (TRIBUTE)
Teen Killed By Tractor Trailer On I-83 Was 'Gentle Soul' (Tribute) Support is surging for the family of a 17-year-old boy struck and killed by a tractor trailer last week in Baltimore County. KingDavid Okolo, of Cockeysville, ran into the roadway on the southbound side of I-83 when he was struck by the vehicle just south of Shawan Road in Cockeysville around 4:50 a.m. on Wednesday, April 20, Maryland State Police said.  Okolo was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer stayed at the scene, police said.  More than $32,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe for his family as of Sunday, April 24. A Dulaney High School …
Peter Fosselman Of Lower Macungie Township Dies, 30 Peter Fosselman Of Lower Macungie Township Dies, 30
Peter Fosselman Of Lower Macungie Township Dies, 30 Peter Ralph Fosselman of Lower Macungie Township died on May 17, 2021. He was 30 years old. Born in Allentown, Peter graduated from Emmaus High School in 2009 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of Pittsburgh in 2013, his obituary says. He had been working at BNP Paribas in King of Prussia, and previously worked in finance in New York City. Peter was passionate about the University of Pittsburgh football and basketball teams, Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins, playing card games, golfing, tennis and cycli…
COVID-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports COVID-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports
Covid-19: Specifics, Starting Dates Released For CT Spring HS Sports Student-athletes in Connecticut received more clarity on what the spring sports season is going to look like on Thursday as the state moves forward through the COVID-19 pandemic. The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference released its final plan for spring sports on Thursday, March 11, after meeting with athletic directors from across the state in the morning. The announcement came a year to the day that the CIAC canceled the 2020 winter state tournaments due to the initial surge of COVID-19 across the country last March. 
“When you reflect on what happened 365 days ago, we were p…
Sussex County Native, Group Home Caregiver Jason Cassell Dies, 39 Sussex County Native, Group Home Caregiver Jason Cassell Dies, 39
Sussex County Native, Group Home Caregiver Jason Cassell Dies, 39 Sussex County native and group home caregiver Jason Cassell died suddenly on March 7 at the age of 39. Cassell was born in Belleville before moving to Kearny and settling in Newton several years ago, his obituary says. Cassell attended Newton High School and worked as a group home caregiver for Catholic Charities, his memorial says. He helped individuals with developmental disabilities through daily life activities and outings. Cassell previously worked in housekeeping and maintenance for Bristol Glenn and room sterilization at Hackettstown Hospital, his obit says. “He received several no…
COVID-19: 'Lower Risk' NY HS Sports Can Practice, Play Within Region Only, Cuomo Announces COVID-19: 'Lower Risk' NY HS Sports Can Practice, Play Within Region Only, Cuomo Announces
Covid-19: 'Lower Risk' NY HS Sports Can Practice, Play Within Region Only, Cuomo Announces New York high school sports deemed as “low risk” have been given the green light to begin play next month, though higher-risk sports with full physical contact may only continue to practice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. During a COVID-19 briefing on Monday, Aug. 24, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that lower-risk sports such as tennis, soccer, cross country, field hockey, and swimming in all regions may continue to practice and start play beginning on Monday, Sept. 21. However, when games begin, Cuomo said that there will be no travel practice or play permitted outside of a school’s region unti…
Julie Baran, 63, Operated Successful Family Business In Green Brook Township Julie Baran, 63, Operated Successful Family Business In Green Brook Township
Julie Baran, 63, Operated Successful Family Business In Green Brook Township Julie Baran, who lived in Green Brook Township for more than two decades, died at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday. She was 63 years old Baran and her husband, Ziggy, operated Warrenville Plumbing & Heating for many years, according to her obituary. Their two sons and a daughter-in-law continue to run the successful family business on Warrenville Road in Green Brook.  Born in Pyrzyce, Poland, Baran and her family moved to the United States in  in 1967. She lived in Irvington until she met her husband. They moved to Queens and later Brooklyn, NY. Baran had man…
Indoor Dance, Gymnastics, Martial Arts Facilities Can Reopen In NJ -- Still Not Fitness Centers Indoor Dance, Gymnastics, Martial Arts Facilities Can Reopen In NJ -- Still Not Fitness Centers
Indoor Dance, Gymnastics, Martial Arts Facilities Can Reopen In NJ -- Still Not Fitness Centers Indoor youth sports facilities, dance and music studios, gymnastics gyms and martial arts studios were allowed to reopen Thursday, state officials said. Museums, aquariums, water parks, batting cages and bowling alleys, had also previously been given the OK. Click here for the guidelines on those. Gyms and indoor workout facilities will remain closed until new positive cases of coronavirus subside, Gov. Phil Murphy has said. One-on-one training is allowed with some limits.  Atlantic City casinos, arcades and arts/craft centers also are among the state's businesses that began a partial…
Coaches Honor Class Of 2020 Under Friday Night Lights In Westchester Coaches Honor Class Of 2020 Under Friday Night Lights In Westchester
Coaches Honor Class Of 2020 Under Friday Night Lights In Westchester A lit contest field and beaming scoreboard display of 20:20, void of people, must have seemed odd Friday night in Westchester. The May 15 spectacle was a fitting and pride-packed tribute from the athletic senior athletes at John Jay High School in Cross River. It was the second in a Friday Night Lights series of videos that will be posted every Friday exactly at 8:20 p.m. on the Katonah Lewisboro School District Facebook page here. The remarks include a welcome by Chris McCarthy, the director of Health, Physical Education, Athletics and Wellness, followed by tributes from the various coach…
Norwalk Grassroots Tennis & Education Merges With Stamford Youth Tennis Academy Norwalk Grassroots Tennis & Education Merges With Stamford Youth Tennis Academy
Norwalk Grassroots Tennis & Education Merges With Stamford Youth Tennis Academy Norwalk Grassroots Tennis & Education has officially merged with Stamford Youth Tennis Academy as of Wednesday, Nov. 6. The merger comes in an effort to provide “stronger support services” for children and youth throughout Fairfield County. The new organization, called Norwalk/Stamford Grassroots Tennis & Education, Inc., has a mission to utilize various aspects of tennis and education to build character and an overall “foundation for success.” The new organization will be able to become more influential and make more of an impact in the communities they serve. “Our mission is to b…
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 More than 120 golf and tennis enthusiasts played for a purpose during the 30th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic on September 16. Approximately $120,000 was raised through the event, which was held at the Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, New York. Proceeds from the Golf and Tennis Classic will support enhancements in facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). In addition to an 18-hole golf shamble and round robin tennis tournament, the fundraiser …
Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital
Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital Orange County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Through the St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic, $45,000 were raised to benefit ongoing advances in healthcare on the Warwick Health Campus, which includes St. Anthony Community Hospital, Mount Alverno Center and Schervier Pavilion, members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. At the 29th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital an…
Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing
Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing Orange County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. The Bon Secours Community Hospital’s annual golf outing, which was held at High Point Golf Club in Montague, N.J., raised $43,000 to support ongoing investments at the hospital. Through the St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic, $45,000 were raised to benefit ongoing advances in healthcare on the Warwick Health Campus, which includes St…
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Rockland County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. At the 29th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic, held at Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, $140,000 were raised to support the expansion and enhancement of facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Through the St. Anthony Community …