“Ralph Kiner was one of the most beloved people in Mets history — an original Met and extraordinary gentleman. After a Hall of Fame playing career, Ralph became a treasured broadcasting icon for more than half a century. His knowledge of the game, wit, and charm entertained generations of Mets fans. Like his stories, he […]
Marc Maturo’s official sports column Boxing digging its roots deeper in Hillburn The storied New York Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament staged another card at the Torne Valley Sports Complex in Hillburn, and it’s not too soon to already talk about next year and beyond. Asked if the tournament, […]
BY CHAYIM TAUBER The highly anticipated match-up of the NFL’s best offense and defense went awry from the very first snap of the game (a case of “Manny being Manny”). That Tim Tebow was the most successful Broncos Quarterback at Super Bowl XLVIII ought to tell you something. This game was the single worst Super […]
BY CHAYIM TAUBER The last time the Broncos were in the Super Bowl, the narrative was all about one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game leading the Broncos to victory, securing his second ring, and riding off into the sunset. Fifteen years later and little has changed in that narrative as Peyton […]
Marc Maturo’s official sports column Samimi, Moger & Co. get a kick out of soccer Danny Samimi Sr., a 30-yearmember of the Clarkstown Soccer Club and now its vice-president, has a deep and abiding interest in the sport. The 51-year-old one-time forward helps to oversee a program that embraces some 3,000 youngsters, including an […]
Carmelo Anthony of the NY Knicks set the franchise and Madison Square Garden record with 62 points Friday night, in a home game against the Charlotte Bobcats. Anthony left the game with over 7 minutes left because the Knicks were winning in a blowout. He likely could have made it to 70 if he played […]