The New York Mets drafted St. John’s and former Archbishop Molloy star Tom Hackimer, but he has chosen to return to school to wrap up his degree.
Author: Jim Mancari
1,000 Boys and Girls Compete as the Rockaways Watch (with video)
For two months each summer, the St. Francis schoolyard is the place to be. More than 1,000 boys and girls ages five through 18 compete on 90 teams, making the classic one of the largest basketball leagues in the city.
WINS for Cancer
During this spring’s high school baseball and softball season, Holy Cross H.S., Flushing, and The Mary Louis Academy, Jamaica Estates, teamed up for a fundraising campaign to support Sunrise Day Camp in Wyandanch, L.I.
Iconic Baseball Moment Immortalized in Film
Many devout baseball fans know the tale of Babe Ruth and an 11-year-old boy named Johnny Sylvester. But for those readers who may not be familiar, here is the story.
A Teammate’s View of a Controversial Moment
A former Olympic runner remembers when teammates raised a fist to give the “Black Power” salute.
Tablet Diocesan All-Stars for HS Baseball
After another competitive season of Brooklyn/Queens CHSAA baseball, here’s a look at The Tablet’s 2015 All-Star team.
Tablet Diocesan All-Stars for HS Softball
Here are the 2015 selections for The Tablet’s Brooklyn/Queens GCHSAA Softball All-Stars.
Golf Outing Funds Drive CYO Programs (with video)
The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) Golf Classic benefits the athletic and spiritual needs of Brooklyn’s youth.
Mets Select Queens Product in MLB Draft
The New York Mets drafted Tom Hackimer from St. John’s University. Hackimer is also a product of Archbishop Molloy H.S.
Father–Son Connection Is Alive at St. John’s University
Every day is Father’s Day for St. John’s second baseman Ty Blankmeyer, who plays for his father, Coach Ed Blankmeyer.