Getting race ready with Derby Mike
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people will make the trek to Churchill Downs for the annual running of the Kentucky Derby. Millions more will be watching the festivities from the comfort of home or at a local watch party. For those locally who are eager to...
Dink, don’t drive: Why pickleball is better than golf
I took up golf about eight years ago. I bought a girly pink golf bag, a set of clubs, golf shoes and cute polo shirts in many colors and designs. I even took some lessons with a local golf pro. Then I went to the driving range a few times with one of my gal pals,...
South Jersey Field of Dreams kicks off season with heart, community
Family Tides At the South Jersey Field of Dreams, the stands are packed with cheering family members and the dugouts filled with excited players, eager to be back for another season. Season openers are always special, but the first of the year — with Miss New Jersey...
A.C. boxer gets learning experience
Local boxer Christian Figueroa gained more from his first loss Saturday night than he did from his earlier victories. The Atlantic City light-heavyweight (2-1, 2 KOs) delivered a respectable and impressive performance en route to a six-round, unanimous decision defeat...
Atlantic City launches free girls’ sports initiative, opening doors to lacrosse and field hockey
City of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr. and Atlantic City’s Recreation Division announced a major new youth sports initiative designed to expand access to athletics for girls across the community. Through a partnership with Philadelphia-based nonprofit Eyekonz...
