Category: Sports
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PRESS RELEASE: Rodney and Erika McLeod’s Change Our Future Foundation Brings Over 100 Philadelphia HS Students and Businesses Together Tomorrow for 4th Annual Youth Leadership Summit
WHAT: Change Our Future Foundation’s 4th Annual “I AM” Youth Leadership Summit WHEN: Tomorrow, Friday, May 2, 2025 TIME: 9:30am – 3pm EDT WHERE: The School District of Philadelphia -440 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19130 PHILADELPHIA, PA- May 1, 2025: Tomorrow, Friday, May 2, 2025, Change Our Future founders Rodney McLeod Jr., a former Philadelphia Eagle and Super Bowl Champion,…
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5 Best Moments of the 2025 NFL Draft Night 1
Now that round one of the 2025 NFL Draft is complete, it’s time to revisit the highlights from tonight’s action. From the trades to the blocked calls, this year’s first round did not disappoint. Here are the Top 5 moments from the first round: Eagles fans reacting to Abdul Carter going to the Giants Fans…
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The Cozy Games NFL Mock Draft: Who’s Getting Picked First Overall?
What if your favorite cozy game characters laced up their cleats, strapped on shoulder pads, and hit the gridiron? Yeah, we’re talking Stardew Valley, Disney Dreamlight Valley, and Animal Crossing — but make it NFL Draft style. These aren’t your typical first-round picks, but trust, they’re stacked with heart, hustle, and enough vibes to carry a franchise. Here’s your first-round…
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PRESS RELEASE: Brad Paisley to Headline NFL Draft Concert Series Presented by Bud Light
NEW YORK — April 17, 2025 — The National Football League today announced global country music superstar Brad Paisley will headline the NFL Draft Concert Series presented by Bud Light on Saturday, April 26, closing out an unforgettable three days at the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. As the grand finale to Draft weekend, Brad Paisley…
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Vineland High’s Super Bowl Stars, Tennis Star Inducted into Hall of Fame
Two Super Bowl champions from Vineland High School were inducted in their school’s sports hall of fame on Thursday, April 10. The evening celebrated accomplishments from Tess Fisher, a former Rutgers tennis star, former Los Angeles Rams’ Jamil Demby and Kansas City Chiefs’ Isiah Pacheco. Though Pacheco wasn’t in attendance, the presence for him, Demby…
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PRESS RELEASE: Rodney and Erika McLeod’s Change Our Future Foundation to Host 5th Annual Sneaker Ball Fundraiser for Philadelphia Youth on June 6
PHILADELPHIA, PA- April 3, 2025: Change Our Future Founders Rodney McLeod Jr., the former Philadelphia Eagle, Super Bowl Champion, and retired 13-year NFL safety, together with his wife and foundation co-founder Erika McLeod, are proud to announce the highly anticipated 5th Annual Change Our Future Sneaker Ball! The exciting milestone charity event will take place on Friday, June…
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Browns owner finally realizes Deshaun Watson trade was a mistake
Well isn’t someone two years too late? Cleveland Browns co-owner Jimmy Haslam said on Monday that the team’s trade for quarterback Deshaun Watson was a “huge swing-and-miss.” Watson joined the team in the height of his sexual assault allegations, causing controversy across the National Football League for the lack of responsibility and consequences. Watson’s only…
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South Jersey singer brings back “Sunday Night Football” to American Idol audition
Who else misses football season? I absolutely do (and I’d relive the Eagles beating the brakes off the Chiefs. Remember Chiefs fans, it was 40-6 for the LONGEST TIME.) Enter Anna Yannessa, a local lead singer in the band “Yani” who brought a football season favorite tune to her American Idol audition. Yannessa sang Carey…
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First & Local: Pennsville High School Winter Sports 3/8/25
Your business name could be here! Click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. In 106-pound wrestling, Brett Land received a bye in the first round of Regionals but was eliminated after a 1:36 fall to Washington Township’s Frank Albright. At 138 pounds, Richard Green of Middle Township secured a 12-5 decision victory over Gabe Supernavage. In 190-pound…
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BREAKING: Eagles release veteran CB Darius Slay
The Philadelphia Eagles released long-time veteran cornerback, Darius Slay. According to John Clark, Slay could return for a lower number. Slay is a Super Bowl Champion, 2x NFC Champion and Eagles captain. This does not mean Slay can’t come back, but the Eagles save $4.3 million against the cap in this decision. Subscribe to First…
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BREAKING: Pennsville Fort Mott State Park Updates
Gonna temporarily post some updates as I hear them for this fire situation. For those who don’t know, Pennsville’s Fort Mott State Park faced a 25+ acre fire Saturday afternoon that burned for multiple hours without containment. Many local fire stations came to help put out the fire. As of 8:53 pm, the fires have…
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5 things you should do if you just started playing Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Starting Hello Kitty Island Adventure can be a lot to take in, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are five things you should definitely focus on when you first jump into the game to make your island experience even better. Gift Every Day While the everyday fun around the island is exciting, make…
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First & Local: Pennsville High School Winter Sports 2/28/25
Your business name could be here! Click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. Pennsville Memorial High School athletes had a strong showing across multiple sports this week. Girls basketball advanced in the NJSIAA Group 1 Tournament with a 70-56 first-round win over Woodbury, powered by a 23-point third quarter. Taylor Bass led with 22 points and…
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The Packers want the ‘Tush Push’ banned-is it fair or just jealousy?
There’s no Brotherly Love after the Super Bowl Lix Champions Eagles pummeled the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the NFL playoffs. But after the Eagles went on to beat the Rams, Commanders and Chiefs to become champions and got their own beat down by opposing media and fans all season long, the…
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Eagles vs. Chiefs: The Ultimate Super Bowl LIX Preview
The rematch we’ve been waiting for- Philly’s revenge tour or Kansas City’s dynasty cemented? Let’s break down every position battle to see who really has the edge. QB Showdown This isn’t just any quarterback battle, this is legacy on the line. Patrick Mahomes is chasing a three-peat and is officially entering Tom Brady status. But…
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5 Best Jalen Hurts Clips at Super Bowl LIX Opening Night
Pretty Privilege Strikes Again Tush Push vs QB Sneak Inspirational Message Free Mixtape? Most Important Meal of the Day
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PRESS RELEASE: Post Malone to Headline Super Bowl LIX YouTube Tailgate Concert
NEW YORK – Jan. 29, 2025 – The NFL announced 9x diamond-certified GRAMMY® Award-nominated global superstar Post Malone as the headline performer for the Super Bowl LIX YouTube Tailgate Concert, the league’s ultimate pregame party, exclusively livestreamed on YouTube. The concert is set to take place just steps away from Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Feb. 9,…
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5 Philly artists you can buy merch from before Super Bowl LIX (who don’t steal from other creators)
Author’s Note: This article contains elements of humor. If you don’t have a sense of humor, please stop reading here. Thanks for the free clicks. So the Philadelphia Eagles made it to the Super Bowl for the second time in this 2020 era. If you don’t have the money to dish out on the official…
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PRESS RELEASE: Former Eagle Rodney McLeod Jr. and Wife Erika Take Local S.T.E.A.M. Program Students to iHeartRadio Thursday
PHILADELPHIA, PA- January 28, 2025: Rodney McLeod Jr., former Philadelphia Eagle and newly retired 13-year NFL safety, alongside his wife Erika McLeod, will take 35 middle school students from West Oak Lane Charter School to the iHeartRadio studios in Bala-Cynwyd this Thursday, January 30, 2025, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and career workshop! The event…
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