Summer Select program schedule announced for practices and tournaments
Teams participating in the Summer Select program will engage in 12 practice sessions over a six-week period at WSFS Bank Sportsplex, located at 1999 Seaport Drive, Chester, PA. Practices are scheduled for either Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays. The program begins on Monday, June 9th, with the final session on Thursday, July 24th.
Philadelphia Union faces critical match against FC Cincinnati for playoff hopes
Philadelphia Union is preparing for a crucial match against FC Cincinnati on Decision Day 2024. The team needs a victory and assistance from other results to secure their seventh consecutive postseason appearance. The match, part of U Thank U Night presented by Independence Blue Cross, offers five scenarios that could see the Union clinch a spot in the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs.
CatholicVote President: ‘Hypocrisy’ in Villanova trustee also chairing Philly Hospital that performs 'irreversible sex change interventions' on children
The president of CatholicVote said that the chair of a Philadelphia hospital that performs "irreversible sex change operations" on children also sitting on the board of Catholic Villanova University is "hypocrisy" that "cannot go unchecked."
- Flyers showcase young talent during opening weekend games
- Decline in residential burglaries: 68 incidents reported in Philadelphia in week ending Oct. 6
- Flyers fall short against Flames despite strong start
- Which former Philly Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?
- Philadelphia police grapple with 235 unarmed robberies in last 4 weeks ending Oct. 6
Flyers face Flames as both teams seek second win of NHL season
The Philadelphia Flyers are set to face the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Alberta on Saturday night. Both teams have started their season with a win, and this game marks the first of two meetings between them for the 2024-25 NHL season.
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Andrew Painter returns to action after Tommy John surgery
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Andrew Painter, Philadelphia's top-ranked pitching prospect, returned to the mound in Arizona Fall League play after undergoing Tommy John surgery in July 2023. Painter made his first game appearance since March 2023 at Scottsdale Stadium, where an ambulance siren coincidentally sounded as he warmed up.
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Flyers secure season opener win against Canucks in thrilling shootout
The Philadelphia Flyers commenced their 2024-25 regular season with a 3-2 shootout victory against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. The Flyers overcame two one-goal deficits to secure a point and eventually claimed the win in a five-round shootout.
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Philadelphia police grapple with 8,408 thefts from autos by Oct. 6
Philadelphia experienced a decrease in thefts from auto by Oct. 6, compared to the previous year.
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Arizona Fall League highlights top MLB prospects this weekend
The Arizona Fall League (AFL) is showcasing top baseball prospects, providing fans with a chance to watch future stars. This weekend's games feature several highly-ranked players.
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Flyers open season against Canucks; Michkov and Luchanko make NHL debuts
The Philadelphia Flyers are set to commence their 2024-25 regular season with a game against the Vancouver Canucks in British Columbia. The match will take place at Rogers Arena, starting at 10:00 p.m. EDT, and will be broadcast on NBCSP and 93.3 WMMR.
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Phillies face offseason decisions after early playoff exit
The Philadelphia Phillies concluded their 2024 season with a disappointing exit from the National League Division Series (NLDS) against the New York Mets. The series ended in Game 4, with the Mets securing a 4-1 victory. Despite high expectations following a strong start to the season, the Phillies were unable to advance past this stage.
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253 violent crime incidents in week ending Oct. 6
Philadelphia experienced a decrease in violent crimes in the week ending Oct. 6, compared to the previous week.
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MLS announces key dates for roster changes ahead of new season
Major League Soccer (MLS) has unveiled its offseason calendar, which includes significant events such as the 2025 Expansion Draft for San Diego FC and the MLS SuperDraft. The offseason kicks off on December 9 with a half-day trade window. Key dates include November 27 for clubs to exercise player options, December 11 for the MLS Expansion Draft, December 12 for the opening of free agency, and December 20 for the MLS SuperDraft.
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Samuel Ersson poised as Flyers' primary goalie entering new NHL season
Embarking on his second full NHL season, Samuel Ersson is set to begin as the Philadelphia Flyers' primary goaltender. Ersson's performance in training camp and preseason has positioned him as a key player for the team this year. He made a notable impact during the preseason with a 37-save shutout against the New York Islanders and an impressive game against Boston, where he stopped 30 of 32 shots.
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Phillies' Bryce Harper optimistic about future despite playoff exit
Bryce Harper, the Philadelphia Phillies' star player, is looking ahead with optimism despite the team's recent exit from the National League Division Series. As he approaches his 32nd birthday and enters his 14th season in Major League Baseball, Harper acknowledges that the Phillies' opportunity to win a World Series may be narrowing.
