Fired NY Basketball Coach Admits Pulling HS Player's Hair After Video Goes Viral Fired NY Basketball Coach Admits Pulling HS Player's Hair After Video Goes Viral
Fired NY Basketball Coach Admits Pulling HS Player's Hair After Video Goes Viral A former girls’ basketball coach in upstate New York formally confessed to angrily pulling a high school player’s hair after video of the incident went viral online. Ex-Northville High School coach Jim Zullo, 81, pleaded guilty to second-degree harassment – a violation – in Troy City Court on Tuesday, July 29. He was ordered to pay a $120 fine. It came months after Zullo was caught on video yanking a player’s ponytail following Northville’s loss to La Fargeville in the Class D state finals at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, as Daily Voice reported. Video of the tense postgame mome…
Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle' Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle'
Baseball Legend Ryne Sandberg Dies At 65: 'Unrelenting Integrity, Grit, Hustle' A Hall of Fame second baseman who began his professional career with the Phillies has died. Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg died on Monday, July 28, Major League Baseball announced. The 65-year-old had battled prostate cancer for more than a year. Sandberg spent parts of 16 seasons in the big leagues, earning a reputation as one of the greatest second basemen ever. He was a 10-time All-Star, nine-time Gold Glove winner, and the 1984 National League Most Valuable Player, earning him a spot in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005. Though best known for his years in Chi…
Aaron Rodgers Has Strict Toilet Policy At Steelers Camp, Metcalf Reveals: Report Aaron Rodgers Has Strict Toilet Policy At Steelers Camp, Metcalf Reveals: Report
Aaron Rodgers Has Strict Toilet Policy At Steelers Camp, Metcalf Reveals: Report Aaron Rodgers’ quirks are no secret — darkness retreats, ayahuasca journeys, and conspiracy rabbit holes are all part of the brand.  But apparently, the four-time MVP has bathroom boundaries, too. Now in his debut camp with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the future Hall of Famer, 41, is raising eyebrows not just on the field, but also in the dorm hallways at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Just ask wide receiver DK Metcalf, who’s rooming with Rodgers this summer. "The toilet is super loud," Metcalf told Yahoo! Sports. “So he was like, if we gotta (go), just don’t flush the …
Venezuelan Little League Team Denied Entry To World Series Over Visa Issue Venezuelan Little League Team Denied Entry To World Series Over Visa Issue
Venezuelan Little League Team Denied Entry To World Series Over Visa Issue An all-star team from Venezuela will be unable to take center stage at the Little League World Series after their visas were denied, authorities announced. The Cacique Mara team, from Maracaibo, Venezuela, punched its ticket to the Senior Little League World Series and was scheduled to head stateside for the big event after winning the Latin American championship in Mexico.  Little league Cacique Mara in Venezuela takes home the Latin American Regional title to make their want to Easley,SC to play in the Senior League World Series! See you all in 40 days for the first pitch! Posted…
WATCH: Savannah Bananas Star Face-Plant Mid-Flip On Live TV WATCH: Savannah Bananas Star Face-Plant Mid-Flip On Live TV
Watch: Savannah Bananas Star Face-Plant Mid-Flip On Live TV You have Robert Anthony Cruz's permission to laugh after the Savannah Bananas star face-planted on live TV.  That's according to him. The trick-filled outfielder, 26, who is known for his flipping catches in centerfield, embarrassed himself during a segment on "CNN News Central," where he lost control and dramatically face-planted, leaving his chin and lip bloodied. Video of the failed flip has since gone viral, and Cruz was able to laugh at himself a day after the appearance on Thursday, July 24. View this post on Instagram A post shar…
Owen Wilson's Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Apple TV+ Renewal Owen Wilson's Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Apple TV+ Renewal
Owen Wilson's Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Apple TV+ Renewal Just as the Season 1 finale of the eight-episode series Stick aired, Apple TV+ announced the acclaimed show has been renewed for a second season. The renewal, announced on Wednesday, July 23, comes after a wave of critical praise for the sports comedy, which follows Owen Wilson’s character Pryce Cahill, a washed-up former golf pro who bets his future on mentoring a troubled teenage phenom, Santi Wheeler played by actor Peter Dager. Since its debut, Stick has been hailed as “a hole-in-one,” “feel-good,” and “ideal comfort viewing,” quickly becoming a summer must-watch for Apple TV+ subs…
Wrestler ‘Buff’ Bagwell Gets Leg Amputated Following 2020 Crash: ‘I’m Taking This By The Horns’ Wrestler ‘Buff’ Bagwell Gets Leg Amputated Following 2020 Crash: ‘I’m Taking This By The Horns’
Wrestler ‘Buff’ Bagwell Gets Leg Amputated Following 2020 Crash: ‘I’m Taking This By The Horns’ Five years after he was involved in a gruesome car crash, Marcus "Buff" Bagwell is facing his latest battle outside of the ring. The five-time WCW World Tag Team Champion underwent an above-the-knee amputation after multiple attempts to repair damage from the 2020 crash were unsuccessful. Bagwell crashed his car into a shopping mall in 2020, leaving him with grievous injuries that ultimately led to his decision to amputate.  His story was documented by former WWE wrestler Maven Huffman on his YouTube channel following the July 9 surgery. In the 1990s, Buff Bagwell was one of the…
Mets' Brett Baty Pops The Question In Cape May Mets' Brett Baty Pops The Question In Cape May
Mets' Brett Baty Pops The Question In Cape May Brett Baty is officially off the market — both on the field and in love. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anna Sprys (@annasprys) The Mets third baseman, 25, popped the question to longtime girlfriend Anna Sprys last week during a picture-perfect proposal in Cape May. Sprys shared the big moment on Instagram, posting an Instagram alub of Baty down on one knee and the two popping champagne with the caption: "Forever with my best friend 🤍." The post is a full-circle moment for the couple, who first appeared to go public in July 202…
MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand
MLB Announcer Ben McDonald Hospitalized After 25-Foot Fall From Tree Stand Longtime Baltimore Orioles announcer and former MLB pitcher Ben McDonald is recovering from a severe concussion and two fractured vertebrae after falling 25 feet from a deer stand while hunting, he announced Friday. McDonald, 56, shared news of the accident on social media, where he posted a video from his hospital bed along with an update on his condition. This is what a severe concussion looks like and sounds like!🤦‍♂️ (I still don’t remember anything) Apparently I fell out of a deer stand 25 feet up yesterday morning….I’m fine and appreciate everyone checking on me. Very lucky….concus…
WATCH: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open WATCH: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open
Watch: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open Rory McIlroy's surge up the leaderboard at the Open Championship took a strange turn when he accidentally made a trick shot on the 11th hole. While sitting in a tough part of the course at Royal Portrush, the Irish golfer took a swing in the rough that got him back on the fairway — but another ball was unearthed during the shot.  "Have you ever seen anything like that?" McIlroy exclaimed in a video that went viral online. “Have you ever seen anything like that?” Rory to Bones walking down the 11th.No we have not. 😅 pic.twitter.com/n3vK2B1jtF — GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) July 19, 2025 "…
RIT Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start RIT Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start
RIT Transgender Athlete Sues Princeton After Being Pulled From Race Minutes Before Start A transgender RIT track and field athlete who registered to run in a meet hosted by Princeton University was pulled from the competition minutes before her race, according to a newly filed lawsuit. Rising senior Sadie Schreiner, 21, of Hillsborough, alleges she was barred from competing in the women’s 200-meter dash at the Larry Ellis Invitational on May 3, because of her gender identity, despite meeting the official time requirements and properly registering, according to the civil complaint filed in Mercer County Superior Court. “Princeton would not allow her to run solely because she was…
‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches ‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches
‘He Died A Hero’: Former MLB Prospect Drowns Saving Strangers As Family Watches Chase Childers, a former Baltimore Orioles minor league prospect, died a hero in South Carolina after rushing into floodwaters to save a group of swimmers — sacrificing his life to protect theirs. According to Pawleys Island Police, officers received a 911 call at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, reporting “multiple swimmers in distress near Shell Road Ocean.”  One man — later identified as Childers — was missing, and a search was immediately launched by police, Midway Fire Rescue, and the US Coast Guard. At approximately 6:15 p.m., rescue teams recovered Childers' body fro…
Cops Called On Syosset's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs Cops Called On Syosset's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs
Cops Called On Syosset's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs Longtime ESPN host and sports radio legend Chris “Mad Dog” Russo is known for his animated rants, but his latest outburst took place far from the studio. Russo, 65, recounted a chaotic scene on First Take Wednesday, July 16, following his return from a golf trip to Scotland with his son, Tim Russo, an assistant basketball coach at Northern Arizona University. It all went down at London’s Heathrow Airport, where, according to Russo, police were called over a luggage debacle involving his son’s golf clubs. What was supposed to be a father-son bonding trip flying across the Atlantic to hit th…
Former MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Convicted Of Killing Father-In-Law Over $1.3M Dispute Former MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Convicted Of Killing Father-In-Law Over $1.3M Dispute
Former MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Convicted Of Killing Father-In-Law Over $1.3M Dispute Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini has been convicted of murdering his father-in-law and attempting to kill his mother-in-law over a reported financial dispute. Serafini, 51, who spent parts of nine seasons bouncing around multiple Major League teams, was found guilty in the 2021 shooting of Robert Gary Sphor, 70, and his wife, Wendy Wood, 68, according to the Placer County District Attorney's Office.  The former Pittsburgh Pirate was also convicted of first-degree burglary. The guilty verdicts come after a 6-week trial during which the jury heard testimony from dozens of witnesses and t…
Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (WATCH) Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (WATCH)
Trump Greeted With Cheers At MetLife Stadium For FIFA Club World Cup Final (Watch) President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, drawing deafening cheers ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and PSG The president and First Lady were on hand for the finale between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain FC, where the former took an early, overwhelming halftime lead.  President Donald J. Trump and the First Lady touch down in Teterboro, New Jersey, en route to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium pic.twitter.com/L6AOBrIRhA — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) July 13, 2025 Trump landed at…
Iga Swiatek Crushes America's Amanda Anisimova To Win Wimbledon Title Iga Swiatek Crushes America's Amanda Anisimova To Win Wimbledon Title
Iga Swiatek Crushes America's Amanda Anisimova To Win Wimbledon Title Iga Swiatek has done it again — and in dominant fashion. The moment @iga_swiatek became a #Wimbledon champion ✨ pic.twitter.com/lST96YG9L0 — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 12, 2025 The Polish tennis star, seeded eighth, defeated New Jersey native Amanda Anisimova in straight sets — 6-0, 6-0 — to win her first Wimbledon Grand Slam Final on Center Court Saturday, July 12. Anisimova, the 13th seed, stunned fans earlier in the tournament with a major semifinal upset against Aryna Sabalenka, but couldn’t keep the momentum going against Świątek, who delivered a near-flawless performance. "Y…
Trump To Attend FIFA Club World Cup Final At MetLife Stadium Trump To Attend FIFA Club World Cup Final At MetLife Stadium
Trump To Attend FIFA Club World Cup Final At MetLife Stadium President Donald Trump is expected to attend the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 13, according to multiple reports. Trump confirmed his plans following a Cabinet meeting earlier this week, telling reporters at the White House that he would be spectating the match at the East Rutherford venue. Paris Saint-Germain will take on Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup final at 3 p.m., wrapping up the month-long tournament. The announcement came just one day after FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed that a representative office has opened at Trump Tower, where the C…
This Jersey Girl Just Took Down World's Best Tennis Player At Wimbledon This Jersey Girl Just Took Down World's Best Tennis Player At Wimbledon
This Jersey Girl Just Took Down World's Best Tennis Player At Wimbledon Amanda Anisimova just pulled off one of the biggest upsets of Wimbledon 2025, defeating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals on Center Court Thursday, July 10. The moment Amanda Anisimova became a #Wimbledon finalist for the first time ✨ pic.twitter.com/tUBSsFCaoZ — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 10, 2025 Anisimova, who lived in Freehold, NJ, before her family moved to Florida and is seeded 12th, won 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to punch her ticket to the Grand Slam final. The 23-year-old outplayed 27-year-old Sabalenka in key moments, winning 69 percent of her second-serve points and convertin…
WATCH Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report WATCH Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report
Watch Olympian Mary Lou Retton Tie Oxygen Tube To Face During DUI Test In West Virginia: Report Olympic legend Mary Lou Retton can be seen struggling to breathe and tying an oxygen tube to her face while attempting a DUI sobriety test, bodycam footage released this month reveals. The footage, obtained by Entertainment Tonight, shows the 57-year-old gymnast on Saturday, May 17, in an AutoZone parking lot in Marion County, West Virginia, where officers say she was found behind the wheel with an open bottle of wine in the passenger seat. Retton gasps and clutches her chest as an officer from the Fairmont City Police Department asks her to raise her leg six inches off the ground and count…
Semi-Pro Footballer Caught With Cocaine In NY High School, Police Say Semi-Pro Footballer Caught With Cocaine In NY High School, Police Say
Semi-Pro Footballer Caught With Cocaine In NY High School, Police Say A semi-professional football team ended its affiliation with a New York school district after a player trespassed on a high school campus with cocaine, police and team officials said. Jonathan Hammond, 32, was arrested at Glens Falls High School in Warren County following a brief pursuit on Saturday, June 28, according to Glens Falls Police. School district staff were alerted around 4:40 p.m. after a vape smoke detector was triggered in the boys’ bathroom. Although staff members were not on site, they contacted police about a possible trespass in progress. Responding officers arrived to fi…
Growing Pickleball Chain Opening First NY Club: Look Inside (PHOTOS) Growing Pickleball Chain Opening First NY Club: Look Inside (PHOTOS)
Growing Pickleball Chain Opening First NY Club: Look Inside (Photos) A pickleball company with major expansion goals will soon arrive in the Empire State. PickleRage has signed a lease for a 42,000-square-foot indoor pickleball club in downtown New Rochelle, the company announced on Tuesday, July 8. The club at 173 Huguenot Street will be PickleRage's first location in New York. The year-round facility is expected to open by late November. The club will feature up to 14 indoor courts and host leagues, clinics, tournaments, and community events. Co-owners Henry Sztul and Brian Snyder will operate the pickleball center. "New Rochelle has …
World Series Champion, Two-Time MLB All-Star Dies At Age 44 World Series Champion, Two-Time MLB All-Star Dies At Age 44
World Series Champion, Two-Time MLB All-Star Dies At Age 44 A flame-throwing closer who helped deliver the Chicago White Sox’s first World Series title in 88 years, has died. Bobby Jenks' death came Friday, July 4, following a battle with stomach cancer. He was 44. Jenks made his Major League debut in 2005 and quickly became one of the most dominant closers in the game.  That October, he pitched in all four games of the World Series against the Houston Astros, recording the final out of Game 4 to clinch the championship for Chicago. Known for his 100-plus mph fastball and commanding presence on the mound, Jenks was named to the American Leagu…
Trump Wants UFC Cage Fight On White House Lawn For America’s 250th Trump Wants UFC Cage Fight On White House Lawn For America’s 250th
Trump Wants UFC Cage Fight On White House Lawn For America’s 250th President Donald Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of American independence with fists flying — literally — on the White House lawn. During a speech in Iowa, Trump announced that he plans to stage a UFC match on White House grounds with thousands of fans as part of his plan to celebrate 250 years of American independence.  A renowned combat sports fan who has attended multiple matches alongside UFC President Dana White, where he got standing ovations, Trump says that there is plenty of space at the White House to hold such an event. "We’re going to have a UFC fight – think of this – …
NHL Making Olympic Comeback After Intense 4 Nations Face-Off: What To Know NHL Making Olympic Comeback After Intense 4 Nations Face-Off: What To Know
NHL Making Olympic Comeback After Intense 4 Nations Face-Off: What To Know The world's best men's ice hockey players are returning to the Olympics after a 12-year hiatus. The NHL has officially agreed to allow its players to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics, which will be held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The league and its players' association announced the finalized deal on Wednesday, July 2. The Olympic return is hardly a surprise after the NHL replaced its 2025 all-star game with the 4 Nations Face-Off in February to promote the Olympic comeback. The tournament featured the US, Canada, Finland, and Sweden in the first "best-on-best" international …
NCAA Basketball Video Games Returning After 16+ Years: What We Know NCAA Basketball Video Games Returning After 16+ Years: What We Know
NCAA Basketball Video Games Returning After 16+ Years: What We Know You'll soon be able to re-create the thrills of Gampel Pavilion or Cameron Indoor Stadium in your home. EA Sports announced the return of a college basketball video game on Monday, June 30. The last college basketball game released was NCAA Basketball 10 in 2009. The company teased the game's release in an Instagram post. "Bring the Madness," EA Sports posted. "Let's run it back." The announcement comes as EA Sports prepares to release the second installment of its wildly popular college football series on Thursday, July 10. College Football 25 generated more than $1 billion in revenue as…
Philadelphia Getting WNBA Team As League Grows To 18 Teams: What To Know Philadelphia Getting WNBA Team As League Grows To 18 Teams: What To Know
Philadelphia Getting WNBA Team As League Grows To 18 Teams: What To Know The home city of legendary women's basketball coach Dawn Staley is getting a WNBA team.  Philadelphia has been awarded a WNBA expansion team, the league announced on Monday, June 30. Philly will join Cleveland and Detroit as the newest cities in the league. Philly's team will begin play in 2030. "Philadelphia is one of the most storied basketball cities in the world and our region is home to some of the best women’s players and coaches to ever grace the hardwood," said Josh Harris, managing partner and co-founder of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. "It's only right that…
Malik Beasley Under Federal Investigation For Alleged NBA Betting; Pistons Deal In Jeopardy Malik Beasley Under Federal Investigation For Alleged NBA Betting; Pistons Deal In Jeopardy
Malik Beasley Under Federal Investigation For Alleged NBA Betting; Pistons Deal In Jeopardy Federal agents are investigating Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley for alleged gambling on NBA games, putting a multimillion-dollar contract and the team’s rebuilding plans in doubt, according to multiple reports. Authorities began looking into wagers tied to Beasley’s stats during his 2023-24 season with the Milwaukee Bucks after a major sportsbook flagged unusual betting patterns. One spotlight game came on Jan. 31, 2024, when odds on Beasley grabbing fewer than 2.5 rebounds swung sharply before tip-off. He finished with six boards, and the curious bets lost, ESPN reported.  Detroi…
Racing Legend D. Wayne Lukas, Triple Crown Icon, Dies Racing Legend D. Wayne Lukas, Triple Crown Icon, Dies
Racing Legend D. Wayne Lukas, Triple Crown Icon, Dies D. Wayne Lukas, one of the most decorated and influential trainers in the history of horse racing, has died. He was 89. The Hall of Famer's death occurred in Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday, June 28, according to his family. In his final days, he had been in hospice care following a battle with a severe MRSA infection. Born on a Wisconsin farm in 1935, Lukas began his career training quarter horses before switching to thoroughbreds in the late 1970s.  Over nearly five decades, his horses won a record 20 Breeders' Cup races and 14 Triple Crown contests, including four Kentucky Derbies…
Jake Paul, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Fight Results: Influencer Takes Boxing Champ Jake Paul, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Fight Results: Influencer Takes Boxing Champ
Jake Paul, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Fight Results: Influencer Takes Boxing Champ Jake Paul put on another show in the ring against another over-the-hill former champion Saturday, June 28. Paul, 28, easily topped former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. — 10 years removed from his title run — to improve his record to 12-1.  On Saturday, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the Vine-star turned athlete won by unanimous decision 99-91, 97-93, and 98-92.  The YouTuber's latest victory comes following November's underwhelming blockbuster fight against Mike Tyson, which garnered more jeers than cheers.  According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, Paul …
MLB Legend Dave Parker Dies Weeks Before Hall Induction MLB Legend Dave Parker Dies Weeks Before Hall Induction
MLB Legend Dave Parker Dies Weeks Before Hall Induction He hit like thunder and carried himself like a king. Now, Major League Baseball has lost one of its fiercest competitors and all-time best players. Dave Parker, the seven-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion who helped define an era of Pittsburgh Pirates baseball, has died at age 74.  The towering outfielder's death came on Saturday, June 28, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, his family confirmed. Known as "The Cobra” for his smooth-yet-striking playing style, Parker spent 19 seasons in Major League Baseball and left an imprint on every franchise he touched. …
Former Raven Justin Tucker Suspended 10 Games Amid NFL Misconduct Probe — What We Know So Far Former Raven Justin Tucker Suspended 10 Games Amid NFL Misconduct Probe — What We Know So Far
Former Raven Justin Tucker Suspended 10 Games Amid NFL Misconduct Probe — What We Know So Far Justin Tucker has been suspended for the first 10 games of the 2025 NFL season as part of an ongoing sexual misconduct investigation, league officials announced. The former Ravens kicker, currently a free agent, was found in violation of the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, according to the officials. His suspension will begin on roster cutdown day — Tuesday, Aug. 26 — and he’ll be eligible for reinstatement on Tuesday, Nov. 11. According to the NFL, Tucker is allowed to sign with a team, participate in training camp, and play in preseason games; however, he must serve the 10-week suspension …