The longtime H.S. basketball scout and devout Catholic died Feb. 8.
Author: Jim Mancari
Sports Round-Up Feb. 13
Longtime New York Mets lefty closer John Franco was a special guest on a Mets alumni Zoom on Jan. 27, where he answered fans’ questions and told stories about his days in orange and blue.
The Story Behind Willie Mays’ 4-Homer Game
Read the interesting story behind Mays’ 4-homer game.
Sports Round-Up Feb. 6
Leslie “Les” Pinder, an honorary member of the St. Francis Prep, Fresh Meadows, Class of 1959, died peacefully from natural causes on Jan. 15.
Catholic Convert Hank Aaron Leaves Lasting Legacy
The baseball world lost Hank Aaron on Jan. 22.
Sports Round-Up Jan. 30
Kyle Flood, a graduate of St. Francis Prep, Fresh Meadows, has joined the coaching staff of University of Texas, Austin, new head football coach Steve Sarkisian.
Cancer Survivor Blessed to Share His Experiences
Anthony Mastrogiulio uses his experiences to help others.
Sports Round-Up Jan. 23
Who was better: Willie, Mickey or the Duke?
Terriers Coach Relied on Team Support During COVID Battle
Glenn Braica overcame COVID-19 right before the Terriers season.
Sports Round-Up Jan. 16
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has announced its list of eligible candidates for the Class of 2021, including players and coaches with local ties.