BRISTOL - Massachusetts starting pitcher Abigail Bettencourt pitched a perfect game on Sunday evening against Maryland in the Little League Softball…
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Sunday 07/22/2018
Connecticut state champ Fairfield wins second straight at Little League Softball Eastern Regional Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:05 PM] BRISTOL - The Connecticut state champ Fairfield Girls Softball Little League team got right back to its winning ways Sunday morning.…
Despite tough finish, Hudyma shares lead after first round of Herald City Championship Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Nick Hudyma would like nothing more than to add a second title to his collection this season. He…
New York falls to Delaware for first defeat at Little League Softball Eastern Regional Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:04 PM] BRISTOL - The girls from Lower Sussex Little League in Delaware once again shined on Breen Field in Bristol on Sunday…
First four games in Little League Softball Eastern Regional feature three shutouts Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:03 PM] BRISTOL - The Little League Softball Eastern Regional Tournament kicked off in Bristol with four games on Saturday. Connecticut 2,…
Bristol Blues miss chance to gain ground against first place Martha's Vineyard Sharks Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:03 PM] BRISTOL - With Sunday’s game cancelled, the Bristol Blues closed out the weekend dropping one game to the first place Martha’s…
Lightning 05's (Southington) beat CT Bombers Teal, take bronze medal during Nutmeg Games 12U softball tournament Posted: 22 July 2018 [09:02 PM] NEW BRITAIN - After a disappointing start to their final day of the Nutmeg Games 12U softball tournament, the Lightning 05’s…
Saturday 07/21/2018
Cipriano scores winning goal in final seconds as PISA (Plainville) beats Arscott in Nutmeg Games Open Silver Division roller hockey tournament Posted: 21 July 2018 [10:13 PM] HARTFORD - With the score 2-1 and time winding down in the final period of play, the game between PISA (Plainville)…
Gajor, Kubrak combine for six goals to lead Dirty Birds (Bristol) past Oswego in Nutmeg Games Open Silver Division roller hockey tournament Posted: 21 July 2018 [09:45 PM] HARTFORD - Just minutes into the first period, the Dirty Birds (Bristol) offensive game plan was simple - put the…
The Aftershock (Southington) wins group, advances in Nutmeg Games 18U girls soccer tournament Posted: 21 July 2018 [09:22 PM] BERLIN - Getting an early lead has been the norm for The Aftershock (Southington) girls soccer team in this year’s Nutmeg…
Elite Nation FC (New Britain) has continuous problems with referees against West Have, eliminated from Nutmeg Games 18U girls soccer tournament Posted: 21 July 2018 [08:12 PM] BERLIN - It seemed like there was more arguing on the pitch than actual soccer during Saturday’s Nutmeg Games…
Nutmeg Games gives number of New Britain Judo and Dynamic Arts fighters opportunity to participate in first competition Posted: 21 July 2018 [07:47 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Nutmeg Games judo competition gave many young athletes the opportunity to participate in their very first fight.…
Friends Fox, Mercado compete against each other in Nutmeg Games judo tournament Posted: 21 July 2018 [07:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Sometimes friends fight. For Josephine Fox and Alya-Lynn Mercado, both members of New Britain Judo and Dynamic Arts,…
Friday 07/20/2018
Little League Eastern Regional Softball Preview: 10 teams begin journey to Portland, Ore. Posted: 20 July 2018 [09:04 PM] The final stop along the way to the Little League Softball World Series in Portland, Ore., the Little League Softball Eastern…
The Avalanche (Southington) shuts out Elite Nation FC (New Britain) in Nutmeg Games girls soccer Posted: 20 July 2018 [09:00 PM] BERLIN - From start to finish, The Avalanche from Southington dominated Elite Nation FC of New Britain in the second contest…
Two-time All-Star Rosa returns to New Britain Bees Posted: 20 July 2018 [09:00 PM] STAFF REPORT NEW BRITAIN - Jovan Rosa is coming home. After spending time with Campeche of the Mexican League, the two-time…
Area athletes fare well at Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle Posted: 20 July 2018 [08:59 PM] SEATTLE, Wash. - Competing at the Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle, Wash., Team Connecticut had an impressive showing. Connecticut…
Newington Little League all-stars ready to defend Section 3 title Posted: 20 July 2018 [08:57 PM] ROCKY HILL - The Newington Little League all-stars will suit up Saturday for the state Section 3 championship game with their…
Riggleman joins Bristol Blues late, ready to step into key starting pitcher role Posted: 20 July 2018 [08:56 PM] BRISTOL - Bristol Blues pitcher Jared Kollar reached his innings limit for the summer, so the team was seeking a replacement…
CCSU PD receives award for work with new app Posted: 20 July 2018 [07:20 PM] Special to the Herald NEW BRITAIN - Lauded for its commitment to campus safety and to the well-being of the campus…
Wrestling Under The Stars returns to Muzzy Field this August Posted: 20 July 2018 [12:07 PM] STAFF REPORT Wrestling Under The Stars returns to Muzzy Field in Bristol Saturday, August 25 and will feature a number of former…
Thursday 07/19/2018
Bristol Blues defeat North Shore Navigators in first game back from all-star break Posted: 19 July 2018 [10:56 PM] BRISTOL - The Bristol Blues were back in front of the home fans at Muzzy Field Thursday night for the first…
Elite Nation FC (New Britain) struggles to find offense, draws with Windsor in opening round of Nutmeg State Games 18U girls soccer tournament Posted: 19 July 2018 [09:21 PM] NEW BRITAIN - It turns out 70 minutes of play was not enough to determine a winner of the Elite Nation…
Baglan continues to be go-to pitcher for Farmington Bank/Vantis Life League Junior Newington baseball team Posted: 19 July 2018 [09:18 PM] NEWINGTON - When Brandon Baglan arrived to Alumni Field Wednesday evening, he wasn’t planning on pitching. During pregame warmups, he was…
UConn women's basketball freshmen Williams, Nelson-Ododa set for USA camp Posted: 19 July 2018 [09:08 PM] Journal Inquirer Christyn Williams and Olivia Nelson-Ododa left Colorado Springs, Colorado, in May as high school students and return this week as…
Tirado aiming to lead Newington 12U Little League baseball team to state title Posted: 19 July 2018 [09:03 PM] NEWINGTON - When the Newington 12U Little League all-stars at home plate Wednesday night it came as no surprise Gaby Tirado…
Bristol Blues taking steps to draw fans to ballpark Posted: 19 July 2018 [08:59 PM] BRISTOL - With 15 games remaining on their regular season schedule, attendance numbers for the Bristol Blues are down, but the…
Wednesday 07/18/2018
Tirado's walk-off grand slam leads Newington Little League baseball team to win over Mystic in Section 3 tournament Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:42 PM] ROCKY HILL - Down to their final two outs, the Newington Little League baseball team looked all but done. But Gaby…
Nutmeg State Games looking to continue smooth start heading into second week Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:41 PM] MIDDLETOWN - The Nutmeg State Games may have put one weekend of sports in the books, but there is still a…
Farmington Bank/Vantis Life League Junior Newington baseball team completes undefeated regular season Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:38 PM] NEWINGTON - The Farmington Bank Vantis Life League Junior Newington baseball team is heading to the postseason perfect. Newington clinched its…
Bristol Blues players enjoy being part of history, atmosphere at Muzzy Field Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:34 PM] BRISTOL - Every time the Bristol Blues players walk out onto Muzzy Field, they’re part of history. The ballpark has had…
New Britain Bees win first game of doubleheader on Long Island against Ducks Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:34 PM] CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. - The New Britain Bees picked up a key win in the Liberty Division race with a 7-2…
Nutmeg State Games set for busy second week beginning this afternoon Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:32 PM] MIDDLETOWN - It wasn’t too long ago when the Nutmeg State Games had just 12 sports with a little over 1,200…
Crispino hired to be new radio voice of UConn football, men's basketball Posted: 18 July 2018 [09:21 PM] Journal Inquirer He’s broadcast games for such storied franchises as the Boston Celtics, New York Yankees, New York Mets and New York…
Record 10 homers hit, including one by New Britain's George Springer, as AL wins All-Star Game 8-6 in 10 innings Posted: 18 July 2018 [12:35 PM] WASHINGTON - A record 10 home runs. A slew of strikeouts. The all-or-nothing All-Star Game mirrored what baseball has become. Astros teammates…
Tuesday 07/17/2018
Right place, right time: Plainville grad gets unexpected shot with New Britain Bees Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:36 PM] NEW BRITAIN - To say that Cody Charneski took an unconventional path to a pro baseball contract would be an understatement.…
Bristol Blues outfielder Reynolds providing spark Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:31 PM] BRISTOL - The Bristol Blues are back on track with a 4-1 record over their last five contests heading into the…
Plainville Legion baseball team excited for future despite tough season Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:04 PM] PLAINVILLE - Plainville’s Legion baseball team faced plenty of challenges and adjustments this season and at times it showed. Whether it…
Bees have plenty of promotional events coming up Posted: 17 July 2018 [07:23 PM] Special to The Herald NEW BRITAIN-The New Britain Bees have a number of promotional events scheduled from the end of July into…
Dionne, Zawisza lead Newington Legion baseball team to win over RCP Posted: 17 July 2018 [05:14 PM] NEWINGTON - Down to its final two games of the season, the Newington Legion baseball team is trying to end its…
UConn men's basketball forward Diarra has knee surgery, out 4-6 months Posted: 17 July 2018 [02:45 PM] JOURNAL INQUIRER STORRS - UConn sophomore forward Mamadou Diarra underwent surgery Monday in Farmington to repair a torn meniscus in his left…
Monday 07/16/2018
Plainville Legion baseball team caps off tough season with blowout loss to Bristol Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:37 PM] PLAINVILLE - While Bristol was cruising, things went from bad to worse for the Plainville Legion team. Bristol beat Plainville 12-0…
Fan vote adds CCSU outfielder Stephens as sixth Bristol Blues player to make FCBL All-Star Game Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:28 PM] CORRESPONDENT BRISTOL - With the addition of outfielder and CCSU player Peyton Stephens via the fan vote, as announced on Monday, the…
Softball fans, young players crowd New Britain Stadium for 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:28 PM] NEW BRITAIN - While the New Britain Bees enjoyed a walk-off victory in their first “Battle of the Sexes” exhibition softball…
Bent working hard to show improvement for upcoming season for UConn women's basketball Posted: 16 July 2018 [09:25 PM] JOURNAL INQUIRER Molly Bent feels a sense of urgency as the junior guard enters the second half of her career with the…
New Britain Bees get walk-off victory over Stratford Brakettes in 'Battle of the Sexes' softball game Posted: 16 July 2018 [12:35 AM] NEW BRITAIN - When New Britain leadoff hitter Sam Gervacio - normally a pitcher with the Bees - swung wildly at…
Sunday 07/15/2018
Bristol Blues come back to beat Pittsfield Suns, get win before all-star break Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:28 PM] PITTSFIELD, Mass. - The Bristol Blues are heading into the all-star break on a high note. Dylan Reynolds provided a sacrifice…
New Britain Bees hold off late charge from Southern Maryland Blue Crabs to salvage final game of series Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN - It was not the series the New Britain Bees were hoping for to open the second half of…
Nutmeg Games, First Tee of Connecticut get strong turnout for golf tournament Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:10 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Although rain, thunder and lightning were all in the forecast, that didn’t stop the Nutmeg Games from hosting…
Dunn sisters enjoying first ever Nutmeg Games golf tournament Posted: 15 July 2018 [09:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - For Libby and Samantha Dunn, golf is just something they do together to have fun. Both Libby and…