Based on his newfound worldwide acclaim, it’s almost as if New York Knicks’ sensation Jeremy Lin has made a deal with the devil. However, it’s the complete opposite. The 23-year-old point guard has attributed his success to his hard work and to God for giving him this opportunity. While he could have basked in his […]
Author: Jim Mancari
Don’t Tell Vanessa That Boxing Is Only for Men
Have you ever thought that boxing is just a male sport? Well, don’t say that to Brooklyn-born professional boxer Vanessa Greco, because you might wind up with a fist in your face! “Women have been boxing for years,” said Greco. “If you look back to the early 1900s, women have been boxing. It just hasn’t […]
Cathedral Prep Inducts Six New Hall of Famers
Preparations for Super Bowl Sunday were put on hold as Cathedral Prep Seminary, Elmhurst, honored the six new inductees to its Hall of Fame on Feb. 4, the evening before the big game. The school’s alumni and administrators joined the inductees’ friends and families at Immaculate Conception Center, Douglaston, for a night of reliving sports […]
Former Mets Turn Out To Aid Baseball Alumni
“Meet the Mets, Meet the Mets. Step right up and greet the Mets.” Fans had their chance to “meet and greet” the Mets Jan. 24 at the 23rd annual Major League Baseball “Going to Bat for B.A.T.” Fundraising Dinner, held at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, Manhattan. The celebration of the Mets’ 50th anniversary […]
God’sgift Makes His Mark at St. John’s U.
The African nation of Nigeria is located more than 5,250 miles from New York City. However, one young man now calls both places home. St. John’s University, Jamaica, men’s basketball junior power forward God’sgift Achiuwa was born in Port Harcourt, the capital of River States, Nigeria. Though his hometown has over one million people, adjusting […]
Tebow’s the Real Thing On and Off the Field
One simple word dominated the 2011 NFL season: Tebow. Denver Broncos starting quarterback Tim Tebow’s every move was scrutinized since he took his first snap of the season. The 24-year-old made headlines across the nation for his unorthodox style of play and his affinity for leading his team to late fourth-quarter comeback victories. But Tebow […]
St. John’s Prepster Runs With the Angels
During the holidays, Catholics are reminded of Gabriel the Archangel, who appeared to the Virgin Mary telling her that God has chosen her to give birth to Jesus. Just as Gabriel the Archangel soared through the Heavens, St. John’s Prep, Astoria, has its own version of “Gabriel” soaring around the track. Senior Gabriel Vazquez, 17, […]
St. Ephrem’s Tourney Is Slam Dunk for Kids
The holiday season is a time for giving, and what better way to do so than through the realm of sports. St. Ephrem parish, Dyker Heights, hosted its first-ever “Swish for Kids” basketball tournament, Dec. 27-29, to benefit children fighting cancer and those who have finished their treatment. The tournament featured 12 teams in three […]
Heisman Committee Honors Former Winners
The sport of football is known as a tough man’s game, but a handful of players have practiced their strong Catholic values on and off the field. Two of those players, former New York Jets Vinny Testaverde and Marty Lyons, were honored at the annual Heisman Trophy Dinner Gala Dec. 12 at the Marriott Marquis […]
Kellenberg H.S. Wins Bro. Arnold Tournament
The Brooklyn/Queens Catholic high schools that entered the 30th annual Brother Arnold Basketball Tournament fell at the hands of a few tough Long Island CHSAA teams. The tournament, held at Msgr. McClancy M.H.S., East Elmhurst, ran from Dec. 9 to 11. Bishop Kellenberg H.S., Uniondale, won its first-ever Brother Arnold Tournament with a 68-61 championship […]