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Bristol, CT
Sports
ESPN Gains NFL Media Assets In Massive Deal: What Football Fans Should Know
"The Worldwide Leader in Sports" has reached a major deal with the most popular league in the US. ESPN is acquiring the National Football League's media assets, the network confirmed in a news release on Wednesday, Aug. 6. The league's assets include NFL Network, NFL RedZone, and NFL Fantasy. In exchange, the NFL will get a 10% equity stake in the Disney-backed sports network with headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut. "By combining these NFL media assets with ESPN's reach and innovation, we're creating a premier destination for football fans," ESPN chair Jimmy Pitaro said in a statement. "…
Elmont, NY
Sports
Coney Island Comeback: Joey Chestnut Returning To Nathan's Hot Dog Contest
The "glizzy GOAT" is returning to his famous Coney Island stage. Competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut will compete in the 2025 Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest. The annual Independence Day tradition will be held on Friday, July 4. Chestnut announced his return in an Instagram post on Monday, June 16. "This event means the world to me," Chestnut posted. "It's a cherished tradition, a celebration of American culture, and a huge part of my life." Major League Eating celebrated the 16-time champion's return. "Welcome back to Coney. 🙌," MLE replied. …
Mount Pleasant, NY
Sports
Ex-Area HS Stars Will Play Big Roles When Defending Champ Yale Meets UVa For Lacrosse Title
The Hudson Valley/Connecticut area will be well-represented when the NCAA Division I men's lacrosse championship is decided on Memorial Day. Defending champion Yale (15-3), the No. 5 seed, faces No. 3 Virginia (16-3) in the title game 1 p.m. Monday, May 27 (ESPN2) at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Virginia pulled out a dramatic 13-12 double-overtime semifinal win over Duke on Saturday, May 25, securing the Cavaliers' first title-game appearance in seven years and snapping an 11-game losing streak to Duke. Junior attackman Michael Kraus of New Canaan had one goal and four as…
Brentwood, NY
Sports
Long Island Will Have Big Presence When Defending Champ Yale Meets UVa For D-I Lacrosse Title
Long Island will be as well-represented as ever when the NCAA Division I men's lacrosse championship is decided on Memorial Day. Defending champion Yale (15-3), the No. 5 seed, faces No. 3 Virginia (16-3) in the title game 1 p.m. Monday, May 27 (ESPN2) at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Sophomore attackman Ian Laviano, a five-year starter and four-time all-county selection at Cold Spring Harbor High School, scored 51 seconds into double overtime to give Virginia a 13-12 semifinal win over Duke on Saturday, May 25, securing the Cavaliers' first title-game appearance…
Mount Pleasant, NY
Sports
Westchester Resident To Compete In NCAA Slam Dunk Contest
Purchase College's Max Pearce of Tuckahoe has been selected to the Slam Dunk Championship roster for the 30th annual State Farm College Slam Dunk and 3-Point Championships on Thursday, March 29. Pearce, a senior captain of the basketball team, will compete at St. Mary's University in San Antonio, according to a SUNY Purchase spokeswoman. Pearce is one of eight men's college basketball players selected for the event that will air live on ESPN2 at 8 p.m. He was invited to take part in the Slam Dunk Championship after being recognized as one of the nation's finest slam dunk performers by winn…
