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Wednesday 08/16/2017
New Britain Bees can't find offense, fall to Southern Maryland Posted: 16 August 2017 [10:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The New Britain Bees couldn’t find any offense against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs pitching staff Wednesday night. The…
Journeys with Jim: Plenty of upcoming outdoor events to enjoy Posted: 16 August 2017 [10:45 PM] CORRESPONDENT Of all the events that occur in the natural world, probably one of the most magnificent will be the upcoming solar…
Community rallies to support teen softball player Amyot as she battles cancer Posted: 16 August 2017 [04:20 PM] BRISTOL - Those around Morgan Amyot know her as a quiet, kind and reserved girl. Amyot loves the game of softball.…
McCabe-Waters Red Sox nip Edgewood Phillies in Little League City Series opener Posted: 16 August 2017 [03:31 PM] BRISTOL - Anthony Ricciuti was no stranger to the big moment in the opening game of the Little League City Series Monday…
Tuesday 08/15/2017
Area student-athletes from Eastern Connecticut State University qualify for Little East Conference All-Academic Team Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:18 PM] Staff report WILLIMANTIC - Thirty-six student-athletes from Eastern Connecticut State University qualified for the Little East Conference All-Academic Team in the…
Bristol Central High School girls swimming and diving holding tryouts soon Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:18 PM] Staff report Bristol Central High School’s girls swimming and diving season is just around the corner and the team will be…
Another exciting day in Italy for UConn women's basketball and its local traveling fans Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:17 PM] Staff report ROME - The UConn women’s basketball team’s final full day in Rome on Tuesday was another busy and enjoyable…
UConn women's basketball alum Chong proving she belongs in WNBA Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:16 PM] Journal Inquirer MOHEGAN INDIAN RES. - Two weeks after her career with the UConn women’s basketball team came to a close, Saniya…
New Britain Bees score two or more runs in five different innings, shut out Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The New Britain Bees scored two or more runs in five different innings, piling up 14 hits in an…
New Britain Little League wins Bator Tournament hosted by Southington North Little League Posted: 15 August 2017 [11:15 PM] Staff report New Britain Little League won the Bator Tournament that is hosted yearly by Southington North Little League. The team…
Monday 08/14/2017
Group of area fans joins UConn women's basketball on Italy trip Posted: 14 August 2017 [11:15 PM] STAFF REPORT ROME - As the UConn women’s basketball team continues its tour of Italy, there are six Huskies fans from…
New Britain Bees pitcher Pettibone aims to earn return to MLB organization Posted: 14 August 2017 [11:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - New Britain Bees starting pitcher Jonathan Pettibone has had a whirlwind of a career. Previously a promising 22-year-old…
Junior transfer Pindell is named starting quarterback for UConn football Posted: 14 August 2017 [11:14 PM] Journal Inquirer EAST HARTFORD -Perhaps the biggest question facing the UConn’s football team this season has been answered. Coach…
Australian native arrives at UConn to begin football career as Huskies' punter Posted: 14 August 2017 [11:14 PM] Journal Inquirer EAST HARTFORD - When the UConn football team opens its season 17 days from now, it’s likely to do so…
Eastern Regional manager criticized for breaking rule Posted: 14 August 2017 [09:22 AM] BRISTOL - The international Little League organization is criticizing a New Hampshire manager's decision to violate rules about mandatory play during a…
Sunday 08/13/2017
Annual Little League Baseball City Series begins today as champs compete for Bristol title Posted: 13 August 2017 [11:10 PM] In a tradition that dates back more than 60 years, Bristol’s annual Little League Baseball City Series will begin on Monday, with…
Maddox two-run single caps winning rally as New Britain Bees defeat York Revolution Posted: 13 August 2017 [10:55 PM] YORK, Pa. - Craig Maddox hit a two-run single with two out in the top of the eighth inning to put New…
Plainville trio who are members of PARC medal in Special Olympics Posted: 13 August 2017 [10:52 PM] Three young adults who are long-time members of PARC are proudly displaying the gold, silver and bronze medals that they…
UConn women's basketball season-opening opponent switched to Stanford Posted: 13 August 2017 [10:52 PM] JOURNAL INQUIRER STORRS - Seniors Gabby Williams and Kia Nurse have helped the UConn women’s basketball team to a 112-2 record in…
Saturday 08/12/2017
Righter helps lead Fairfield American Little League to New England Regional title Posted: 12 August 2017 [11:12 PM] BRISTOL - With a trip to Williamsport, Pa., and the Little League World Series on the line, Ethan Righter, the starting pitcher…
New Jersey's top hitters help send team to Little League World Series Posted: 12 August 2017 [11:11 PM] BRISTOL - The top of the order for New Jersey made sure that its season didn’t end in Bristol. Garrett Drew,…
Southington schools offering online registration for fall sports Posted: 12 August 2017 [11:11 PM] Staff report Southington High School, along with Kennedy and DePaolo Middle Schools, are offering online registration for fall sports through FamilyID (www.familyid.com).…
Enjoying his chance to play everyday with New Britain Bees, Rosa playing his best baseball 11 years into pro career Posted: 12 August 2017 [11:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Jovan Rosa’s baseball career has been a journey well travelled. After many ups and downs, Rosa has finally found…
Dupra struggles again as New Britain Bees blown out by Revolution Posted: 12 August 2017 [11:06 PM] YORK, Pa. - The New Britain Bees were just getting hot and riding a three game win streak. However, the York Revolution…
UConn women's basketball's trip to Italy giving veterans, underclassmen chance to bond Posted: 12 August 2017 [10:50 PM] JOURNAL INQUIRER STORRS - There were no banners inside Gampel Pavilion the last time coach Geno Auriemma had to incorporate six newcomers…
Osgood Shootout getting ready for 25th annual tournament Posted: 12 August 2017 [10:45 PM] STAFF REPORT The 25th Annual Osgood Shootout is coming to New Britain High School Aug. 19-20. Admission is free for those looking to…
Friday 08/11/2017
Nappo's strong pitching, early offense leads New Britain Bees past Revolution Posted: 11 August 2017 [11:02 PM] YORK, Pa. - James Skelton set the tone right out of the gate for the New Britain Bees, ripping a leadoff home…
Maine Little League avoids elimination against New Hampshire, will play Connecticut in rematch for New England title Posted: 11 August 2017 [11:02 PM] BRISTOL - One swing of the bat changed it all. Down three runs in the top of the fourth inning, Maine-South Portland…
Despite playoff exit, Bristol Blues showed plenty of promise this season Posted: 11 August 2017 [10:53 PM] BRISTOL - After a late collapse last season, a new summer represented a fresh season for the Bristol Blues and a fresh…
Maryland Little League powers way past Pennsylvania, reaches Mid-Atlantic title game Posted: 11 August 2017 [10:47 PM] BRISTOL - Maryland made sure it was going to play for the Mid-Atlantic title. Thanks to a big fourth inning, Maryland beat…
Thursday 08/10/2017
Bristol Blues come up short against Silver Knights, eliminated from playoffs Posted: 10 August 2017 [11:06 PM] BRISTOL - The Bristol Blues and center fielder Chris Davis saw a game-changing hit flash right before their eyes. Davis stepped…
Maine avoids elimination after win over Vermont in Little League Eastern Regional Posted: 10 August 2017 [10:58 PM] BRISTOL - Maine-South Portland American Little League jumped out to an early lead over Vermont’s-Essex Junction Little League and captured an 8-5…
Big fifth inning powers Maryland past Delaware in Little League Eastern Regional Posted: 10 August 2017 [10:54 PM] BRISTOL - Homers from Logan Simanski and Will Gisriel, and a triple from Josh Skowronski in the fifth inning sent Maryland-Thurmont American…
New Britain Bees survive late rally from Revolution to secure win Posted: 10 August 2017 [10:48 PM] YORK, Pa. - For the first time in a while, the New Britain Bees started off a game well and ended it…
Wednesday 08/09/2017
Connecticut's Fairfield American Little League advances into New England Regional championship game Posted: 09 August 2017 [11:10 PM] BRISTOL - With strong production from the top of the order and depth off the bench, Connecticut state champ Fairfield American Little…
Cartnick's slam sends New Jersey's Holbrook Little League into Mid-Atlantic championship game Posted: 09 August 2017 [11:09 PM] BRISTOL - Chris Cartnick played the role of hero for New Jersey’s Holbrook Little League from Jackson by ripping a grand slam…
Bristol Blues lose late lead, drop playoff opener to Silver Knights Posted: 09 August 2017 [10:56 PM] NASHUA, N.H. - The Bristol Blues did everything they needed to in order to win the first game of their playoff series…
Griffin, Crouse home runs help New Britain Bees snap six-game losing streak with win over Sugar Land Posted: 09 August 2017 [10:54 PM] SPECIAL TO THE HERLAD NEW BRITAIN - Michael Crouse and Jon Griffin both hit three-run homers to jump-start the offense and lead…
Transfer Camara ready to play for UConn women's basketball after sitting out last season Posted: 09 August 2017 [09:03 PM] JOURNAL INQUIRER STORRS - No one can blame Batouly Camara if she is a little impatient. The UConn women basketball team’s redshirt…
Pitching, defense will determine Bristol Blues' postseason success Posted: 09 August 2017 [12:01 AM] BRISTOL - For the Bristol Blues, postseason success will be determined by whether or not the team continues to excel pitching and…
New Britain Bees' offense struggles against Sugar Land Skeeters pitcher Talbot Posted: 09 August 2017 [12:00 AM] NEW BRITAIN - The New Britain Bees’ offense struggled to find its rhythm against Sugar Land Skeeters pitcher Mitch Talbot, suffering a…
Delaware Little League champs make up for last year, send New York home from Mid-Atlantic Regional Posted: 09 August 2017 [12:00 AM] BRISTOL - One year ago, Delaware’s Milton Little League was stopped in the Mid-Atlantic Regional championship game by New York’s state champion,…
Tuesday 08/08/2017
Vermont, Maryland advance in Little League Eastern Regional play Posted: 08 August 2017 [11:59 PM] BRISTOL - Vermont’s Essex Junction Little League jumped out to an early 7-0 lead and held on from there to record a…
UConn football's Williams making switch from quarterback to receiver Posted: 08 August 2017 [11:59 PM] Journal Inquirer STORRS - When he took over the UConn football program again, the one position group that head coach Randy Edsall…
UConn football team's defense takes hit as senior linebacker Diggs injures knee Posted: 08 August 2017 [11:58 PM] Journal Inquirer STORRS - The UConn football team’s defense took a hit last week when senior linebacker Vontae Diggs injured his knee.…
Wild pitch sends Maine past Rhode Island in Little League New England Regional Posted: 08 August 2017 [11:17 PM] BRISTOL - Nolan Hobbs scored on a wild pitch in the fifth inning to push past Rhode Island’s Cumberland American Little League…
Sports study: High school athletes not being fully protected Posted: 08 August 2017 [02:33 PM] NEW YORK - A high school sports study conducted by the Korey Stringer Institute shows that many individual states are not fully…
Bridgeport Bluefish out, concerts in as city plans revamp of stadium Posted: 08 August 2017 [09:56 AM] BRIDGEPORT - A Connecticut city plans to convert a stadium currently housing its minor league baseball team into an outdoor venue for…
Monday 08/07/2017
Fairfield American Little League does not lack pitching nor power in victory over Maine at New England Regional Posted: 07 August 2017 [11:02 PM] SPECIAL TO THE PRESS BRISTOL - Behind a shutout pitching performance from Ethan Righter and a two-homer game by Matthew Vivona, Connecticut’s…