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Carmen Palmierio Basketball League 2019

Pictured below is the Grade 3/4 In House Girls Basketball. These games are played Saturday's 10 and 11 am, at the Cold Springs School

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Old and New Create “Nationals” History in Detroit

Former champions Hayes Jenkins, Carol Heiss, Nancy Heiss and Wedge Jones find a moment to reminisce about the Detroit Skating Club and Michigan State University.

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Contributor

 

DETROIT--  The skaters refer to the event with one word, “Nationals” and work up to showcasing here with quite reverence and resolve.  Co-hosted by the Detroit Skating Club and the Detroit Sports Commission, the United States Figure Skating Association presented their annual championships at the fabulous Little Caesars Arena.  They had standing room crowds. 

 

The U.S. Championships, held since 1914, are the nation’s most coveted figure skating crown in the United States.  Champions were determined in ladies, men’s, pairs and ice dance at the senior, junior, novice, intermediate and juvenile levels of the U.S. Figure Skating Association.

Electrifying Performance by Freshman

 

 

Freshman Antoine Davis and Head Coach Mike Davis of the University of Detroit Mercy Titans speak post game.

 

Photo courtesy of the Rolco Sports & Entertainment Network

 

By Raymond Rolak I  CNBNews Sports  

 

DETROIT--  It was a very special night in historic Calihan Hall as the University of Detroit Mercy Titans rolled over Wright State University, 79-58.  Freshman Antoine Davis hit for 48 points including 10-three’s, as he led the Titans to a Horizon League victory.

 

Davis leads the country (NCAA D-I) in 3’s made with 81 and in scoring at 26.9 points per game.  (AS A TRUE FRESHMAN at 6’1” and 170 pounds.)  And he plays defense.

 

North-Philly Danny Garcia vs Granados Set for April

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PHILADELPHIA-(CNBNewsnet)(December 17, 2018)--Back in September North Philadelphia’s Danny Garcia found himself standing on the wrong side of the judge's decision. All of them.

The unanimous decision loss to Shawn Porter had media outlets questioning Danny Garcia’s next move. Where will he go? Is he at crossroads? Does this put his career on the lee side of the hill?

His next step has been decided. Adrian Granados. The best online sportsbooks haven’t listed odds for the fight yet. It is likely that Garcia will come into this bout as a moderate favorite, but we can’t count Granados out.

 

No Venue Yet

Philadelphia Union Announce Protected List For 2018 MLS Expansion Draft

Union name list of protected players in advance of FC Cincinnati’s selections

CHESTER, Pa. (December 10, 2018) – Philadelphia Union today announced their protected list for the 2018 MLS Expansion Draft. Scheduled for Tuesday, December 11 at 2:00 p.m. ET, the Expansion Draft gives FC Cincinnati the opportunity to add five players to their roster, with only a single player able to be drafted from any one club.

MLB Winter Baseball Meetings Continue in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Resort

Mandalay Bay Resort  

By Raymond Rolak

CNBNews Sports Editor

 

LAS VEGAS (December 11, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--  A big question at the 2018 Baseball Winter Meetings being held at the Mandalay Bay Resort is if native son Bryce Harper will be making an appearance with his wife, Kayla.  He is expected to be the biggest free agent signing in history.   His agent, Scott Boras has been seen wandering the corridors of the convention and meeting spaces. 

 

All the major league execs are in town to make a blockbuster trade and finalize their spring training rosters.  It's the first time the meetings have been held here in a decade. 

 

At the general managers meetings in early November, Nationals GM Mike Rizzo said he made an offer to Boras, which was reported to be for 10-years, $300 million.  That figure should be measured with a grain of salt as it just a starting point.  I think it will be closer to $400 million.

NIU Squeaks Past Buffalo on National Television

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Sports

 

  The Bulls to go to the Dollar General Bowl in Mobile

Photo courtesy of Dollar General Bowl.

DETROIT— Fabulous Ford Field has become a fond venue for coach Rod Carey and his Northern Illinois Huskies.  With 1:09 remaining, NIU struck on a 35-yard touchdown pass to defeat the University Buffalo football team, 30-29, in the 2018 Marathon Mid-American Conference Championship game.  The final touchdown gave the Huskies their first lead of the game.

 

NIU scored the final 20 points for the impressive comeback.  The game, before a sparse crowd was on prime-time television, available to a national audience on ESPN2.

NIU wide-receiver Spencer Tears catches TD in the 2018 Marathon MAC Championship game at Ford Field in Detroit.

 

Photo courtesy of Lars Hjelmroth, Rolco Sports & Entertainment Network

 

NIU quarterback Marcus Childers passed for 300 yards on (21-33-1) but it was the spectacular catches of wide-receivers Spencer Tears (above) and D.J. Brown that Buffalo had no answer for.  They both had two touchdown receptions for the Huskies.

 

Northern Illinois junior Sutton Smith, was named the MAC Championship Game Defensive MVP after finishing with 10 tackles, including a pair of sacks.  Childers was named Offensive MVP.

 

Oscar Mayer Teams up with Roush Fenway Racing as Primary Partner of No. 6 Ford

at Darlington NASCAR Throwback Weekend

 

Matt Kenseth looks to “Haul Buns” at the “Track Too Tough to Tame”

Matt Kenseth's No. 6 Oscar Mayer Ford Fusion of Roush Fenway Racing is sponsored by Oscar Mayer for the NASCAR throwback weekend at Darlington Raceway, and its scheme is inspired by the Wienermobile. (Photo: Business Wire)

 

CONCORD, N.C. & PITTSBURGH & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oscar Mayer continues to go to great heights and great lengths to feed people’s love of meat. And now, Oscar Mayer is going to new speeds—becoming the official primary sponsor of Matt Kenseth’s No. 6 Roush Fenway Ford Fusion at the Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, September 2.

“We’re proud to sponsor an iconic driver and storied racing program in Matt Kenseth and Roush Fenway Racing,” said Matt Riezman, Brand Manager for Oscar Mayer. “NASCAR is a sport loved by our fans, and just like we stand by our promise of quality meats, we’re excited to stand by Matt and the No. 6 car as he drives miles of smiles at Darlington Raceway – just as we have with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.”

South Jersey team captures youth national championship in Texas

 

SJEB Rush came from behind to win the girls U16 national championship on Sunday morning

Matthew RalphJul 30, 2018, 4:50pm EDT

South Jersey Elite Barons Rush are national champions, after coming from behind to beat Utah club La Roca in overtime of the U16 girls final on Sunday morning in Frisco, Texas.

Reading United to host 2018 PDL Championship Game

 

Reading United to host 2018 PDL Championship Game

United will face Calgary Foothills FC on Saturday, August 4^th at Gurski Stadium

READING, PA (July 30, 2018) – The Premier Development League today announced that Reading United A.C. has been selected to host the Premier Development League Championship Game set to take place at Wilson High School’s Gurski Stadium in West Lawn, PA on Saturday, August 4^th.

NJ American Legion Baseball July 22 Games

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Link to NJ American Legion Baseball Tournament Stats

 

		American Division					National Division
		Team	W	L			Team	W	L
		#A4 - Broad Street Pk 313	2	0			#N2 - Hopewell 339	2	0
		#A2 - Whitehouse 284	0	0			#N3 - Wash'ton Twp 521	1	0
		#A1 - Brooklawn 72	0	1			#N1 - Hamilton 31	0	1
		#A3- Cherry Hill 372	0	1			#N4 - S Brunswick 401	0	2

Date	Day	Time		Team	Score		Team	Score
21-Jul	Sat	9:00 AM	Game 1	#N3-Wash'ton Twp 521	6	vs	#N4-S Brunswick 401	3
		DH	Game 2	#A3-Cherry Hill 372	4	vs	#A4-Broad Street Pk 313	7
		3:00 PM	Game 3	#N1-Hamilton 31	0	vs	#N2-Hopewell 339	6

Game 4 (Brooklawn 72 vs Whitehouse 284) was rained Out  

Game 4 Rescheduled to Tuesday, July 24 at 10:00AM  

Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi keeps his recruiting eye on New Jersey

JERRY DIPAOLA | TRIB Live

 

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New Jersey has long been a fertile recruiting ground for Pitt football coaches, dating to the final days of Walt Harris and Dave Wannstedt. It remains so for current coach Pat Narduzzi, who has crossed Pennsylvania's eastern border aggressively, signing eight New Jersey athletes in four recruiting classes -- not counting the two verbal commits he has for 2019.

“Detroit the Comeback City” will Premier on the History Channel, Sunday July 1 at 9 P.M. EST.

Big Sean and Terry Wrong produced “Detroit the Comeback City” which will premier on the History Channel, Sunday July 1st at 9:00 P.M. EST.  (Photo by Rolco Sports & Entertainment Network)

 

By Raymond Rolak

CNB Entertainment and Broadcast Editor

 

(DETROIT,MICHIGAN)(June 30, 2018)“Detroit the Comeback City” is an hour long documentary which tells the history of the Michigan Central Station and the plans for the future use of the iconic building.  The recent purchase by the Ford Motor Company holds a lot of optimism for the edifice and for the City of Detroit.  The film premiers Sunday, July 1^st at 9:00 P.M. EST on the History Channel. 

Related: FORD MOTOR COMPANY PLANS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION FUTURE

Narrated By Oscar winner J.K Simmons and produced by Terry Wrong and Detroit Hip-Hop artist ‘Big Sean’, the program is definitely not-to-miss.  The story covers the timeline of the historic building and the timeline of Detroit’s reinvention.  The fast pace film is interesting, insightful and very entertaining. 

 

Eagles Exhibition Unveiled At Philadelphia International Airport

Philadelphia Airport Celebrates Super Bowl In Style

 

PHILADELPHIA PA (June 30, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--A new Eagles exhibition, honoring the Super Bowl 52 win and the history of the organization, was unveiled on Tuesday at Philadelphia International Airport.

NFL Power Rankings May See Future Impact From 2019 Defensive Line Class

image courtesy of Pinterest

CNBNewsnet)(June 13, 2018)--Just a week or so after the NFL Draft of 2018 had concluded, a new NFL power rankings list came out from the official NFL website. This newer edition featured the Los Angeles Rams climbing up to the No. 2 position, ahead of Super Bowl contenders like New England Patriots. Much of that climb is attributed to the way the Rams added to their defense, something which the 2019 NFL Draft Class could help a number of teams with.

At WalterFootball.com website, they provide regular updates about the college prospects that scouts are keeping tabs on ahead of the next draft. Walter Football also provides their own mock drafts, with one for 2019 already in effect. The website has also mentioned that one area generating early buzz from scouts ahead of the 2019 NFL Draft is the defensive linemen class. That's good news after the 2018 NFL Draft resulted in just two defensive linemen getting drafted in the first round.

Gloucester Catholic v DePaul Play Saturday for State Title at Veteran's Park, Hamilton (video)

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 7, 2018) (CNBNewsnet)--Second-seed Gloucester Catholic (19-8) will defend its state title on Saturday, June 9 against third-seeded DePaul (15-13) at 4 PM at Veteran's Park in Hamilton Township.  

The Rams defeated Immaculata, seeded 17, on Tuesday, June 5 by a score of 5-1 winning the NJSIAA South Jersey, Non-Public B Championship. (See video below)

48th Polish American Night Hosted by the Detroit Tiger’s

(graphic courtesy of MLB.com)

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNewsnet

 

DETROIT, MICHIGAN (CNBNewsnet)(May 20, 2018)--Polish American Night has been a tradition and highlight of the baseball season in Detroit going on its 48th year.  This year the game and festivities will be on Friday May 25^th against the Chicago White Sox at Comerica Park.  Game time is 7:10 p.m. but plenty of music will be outside the stadium starting at 6:00 p.m.

The game is being coordinated by Polish Roman Catholic Union of America (PRCUA).  The special ticket package includes a game ticket, a Detroit Tigers / Polish American Night hat and a donation to the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America #1593 Scholarship Fund.  For groups of 15 or more, please contact:  corey.bell@tigers.com   

Dear Little League Parents, Players, Volunteers: Some Easton Ghost X Bats No Longer Allowed

On Thursday, May 3, USA Baseball informed youth organizations, including Little League, that effective immediately, the bat identified as the Easton Ghost X YBB18GX10 30/20 2 5/8" (or the "Easton Ghost X 30/20 5/8" at retail) has been decertified by USA Baseball and is no longer an approved bat under the USABat Standard. This applies to the 30-inch drop 10 variation of the Easton Ghost X only. Pursuant to Rule 1.10, this is now an illegal bat. At the time of this decertification notice, all other lengths and drops of the Easton Ghost X bat remain approved for play.

EMU Wins in the First Round of the CIT Tourney

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNewsnet

YPSILANTI--  The Eastern Michigan University Men’s basketball team took a giant step to salvage the 2017-18 season by posting a resounding 85-63 victory over Niagara in the CollegeInsider.com  postseason tourney.  It is a nice consolation prize after the tough 64-63 last second loss to Toledo in the semi-final at the Mid-American Conference Championship in Cleveland.  It is not the NCAA Tournament or even the NIT but EMU could go far in the CIT.

Before a sparse crowd, redshirt junior Elijah Minnie had a career-high 29 points.  Junior James Thompson IV tallied 20 points and pulled down a team-high 16 rebounds.  Senior Tim Bond had a banner night with 11 points, 12 boards, and eight assists, while also adding two steals.

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We would like to thank our readers, columnists, and reporters for their help throughout the month; Jacek Adamski, Raymond Rolak, Nicole Pensiero, Dawn Watson, Austin Darrow, Bruce Darrow, Slim Randles, Bill Donohue, and artist Dave Wolfe.

 

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2018 Winter Olympics Open in South Korea

 

Veteran alpine skiers Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffren

  

By Raymond Rolak | CNB Sports

Pyeongchang, South Korea (February 12, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)—  The United States sent its largest contingent ever, 243 athletes, to compete in the 2018 Winter Olympics.  Veteran alpine skiers Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffren created the most attention because of their stunning good looks and million dollar smiles.  They were both quoted as having, “Need for speed,” when they race.

Ceremony

The opening ceremony had a message centered on peace, passion, harmony, and convergence.

Five children from rural Gangwon province led the event, and included animals, nature and a cast of 2,000.  Five children were used to symbolize the five Olympic rings and the five names were chosen to represent fire, water, wood, metal, and earth, the five elements that are believed to make up the Earth.

HALL-OF-FAMER AND COACH CHRIS MARTIN TO BE FEATURED SPEAKER AT UNSUNG HEROES DAY

 

Chris Martin

CHERRY HILL, NJ (January 30, 2018)--The Albert Carino Boys Basketball Club has announced that Unsung Heroes Day will be Wednesday, February 7^th at the Crowne Plaza, Route 70 and Cuthbert Blvd., Cherry Hill starting at 11:30 A.M.  RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED and may be made by calling Jack Mongulla, Vice President/Treasurer (856-461-8800), Bill Thomas (856-667-2442) or Bob DeLambily (856-858-0053).or emailing the Club at basketballclub@comcast.net.

Patriots vs. Eagles: Unalike but similar for Super Bowl LII

 

A look at some key similarities between the Patriots and Eagles this season: --- New England Patriots - Down and ... out? ... . ——— Philadelphia Eagles — Down and ... out? The Eagles entered the Dec. 4 game at Seattle on a nine-game winning streak, averaging 31.9 points per game. But the Eagles failed the big road test, losing 24-10 ...

EASTERN MICHIGAN U BASKETBALL TEAM SHARES VICTORY CELEBRATION WITH STUDENT (video)

 

EMU nursing major, Jacob Lackey accomplished the stroke of a lifetime

(credit EMU 10K putt promo)

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNewsnet Exclusive

 

YPSILANTI--  The Eastern Michigan men’s basketball team had more to celebrate than their close 79-74 victory over in-state rival Central Michigan University during a mid-week game recently.  A spirited crowd also witnessed one of their EMU student family win ten thousand dollars during a half-time promotion.

The CNBNewsnet coverage team was present to witness the extra ordinary occurrence.  EMU nursing major, Jacob Lackey accomplished the stroke of a lifetime.  Billed as the “10-K Putt Challenge” it turned in to a special night.  Lackey, a senior from Plymouth High School, made a golf putt the length of the basketball court.   

Fabulous Ford Field to Host Boxing Day Bowl Game

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNewsnet Exclusive

 

DETROIT-- The Quick Lane Bowl at Ford Field is still a holiday destination. The event debuted in 2014, taking the place of the Motor City Bowl and Little Caesars Pizza Bowl in Detroit. The first edition of the game pitted Rutgers against North Carolina; a game the Scarlet Knights won 40-21 after their first season in the Big Ten. Minnesota beat Central Michigan in the 2015 game. The 2016 edition had pitted two 6-6 teams against each other with Maryland and Boston College. The game ended up being an entertaining contest, with BC holding on for a 36-30 win.

"Boss" George Norcross Loves Spending Our Money

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Campbell's Field, Camden City NJ (image courtesy of Wikipedia)

 

 

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How many people reading this article would throw away hard earned money? Before answering consider this, the amount of money that we are talking about is $21 million.

Obviously, none of us would deliberately discard money in a trash can particularly when the amount we are are talking about is in the millions of dollars.

But, what you and I think is foolish and wasteful, doesn't mean that others feel the same. Especially if they are politicians who have no reason to be frugal when they are spending money that doesn't belong to them.

Wentz's Outstanding in Prime Time 34-24 Win Over Redskins, Eagles Best Record in NFL

 

PHILADELPHIA — Two cheers echoed through the Philadelphia crowd during the Eagles' 34-24 win over the Washington Redskins on Monday night that illustrated just how special this Eagles season might be, and just how fragile it could be, too. Carson Wentz's fourth touchdown pass drew "M-V-P!" chants, not a far-fetched aspiration with the Eagles at 6-1…

NJAC Weekly Award Winners: Oct. 2

PITMAN --- The New Jersey Athletic Conference has announced its fifth weekly award winners of the 2017 season in men's and women's soccer, field hockey, volleyball, men's and women's cross country, and women's tennis. The honors cover performances for the week ending October 1.

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CNB ENTERTAINMENT NEWS: BILL COWELL PRESENTS THE 2017 EDITION OF THE BNIFF

 
By Jacek Adamski | for CNBNewsnet

NIAGARA- The 2017 Buffalo-Niagara International Film Festival starts on Wednesday September 20th and runs thru Sunday October 1st . The opening night red carpet festivities (Wednesday September 20th) will include an

Festival director, Bill Cowell

extravagant arrival, by helicopter, of actor, producer and director Robert Davi, (The Goonies, Die Hard, Licence to Kill, The Expendables 3).

 

Festival director, Bill Cowell, has an ambitious schedule of panels, workshops and seminars as an added attraction to the festival. “We strive for education to go hand-in-hand with the outstanding films that are being presented,” said Cowell. He added, “At the workshops, students and avid cinema watchers will be able to collaborate with the presenting filmmakers.
We have a wonderful selection of international films and will be presenting on two screens.”

 

 

Phillies' Rhys Hoskins, Red Sox' Andrew Benintendi named NL & AL Rookies of the Month

 

Press Release | September 3rd, 2017

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman/outfielder Rhys Hoskins has been voted the National League Rookie of the Month for August, and Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi has been voted the American League Rookie of the Month for August.

Mayweather Scores TKO in 10th

 

Photo courtesy of the Rolco Sports & Entertainment Network

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Exclusive

 

         They Used 8–ounce Gloves for Big Fight

 

LAS VEGAS--   The strip was energized and plenty of young peoplewere milling in the T-Mobile plaza adjacent to the arena.  There were even some tickets available for the “Money Fight”.  That is how the Mayweather camp billed the branding and hype for this event.  

Referee Robert Byrd stopped the fight in the tenth round as a “fatigued and wobbly” Conor McGregor was being pummeled by Floyd Mayweather Jr.  He hadn’t been knocked down yet.  McGregor might have been able to survive for another round. 

CNBNews Boxing: McGregor strong early but Mayweather's skill wins out for 10th-round KO

LAS VEGAS — Floyd Mayweather Jr. said he set out a game plan to let Conor McGregor attempt his best shots, and then tire himself out. The strategy was timed perfectly by Mayweather, who set aside the ills of age and hammered McGregor with a series of late punches to set up a 10th-round technical-knockout victory…

Mayweather Wins with 10th Round TKO

CBS SPORTS

LAS VEGAS -- In the end, the equation we all knew coming in turned out to be true: The best boxer in the world beat one of the best mixed martial artists in a boxing match.

How we got there, however, was completely surprising.

In his return from a two-year retirement, Floyd Mayweather improved to 50-0 with a 10th-round TKO over an incredibly game Conor McGregor in their pay-per-view superfight at T-Mobile Arena. But the storyline was just as much about McGregor, the UFC lightweight champion, in defeat than it was about the 40-year-old Mayweather in victory.

McGregor, 29, who was making his debut as a boxer, never fought reckless or overly aggressive, in contrast to his prediction of a first-round knockout. What he did was present Mayweather with a poised and credible challenge, teasing a bright future in the boxing game should he consider it.

Mayweather, who officially announced his retirement after the fight, was true to his prediction throughout the fight's build when he promised it wouldn't go the distance. He also stuck to his guns about standing in front of McGregor looking for a finish.

After a slow start in which Mayweather gave away the first three rounds in order to pick up McGregor's rhythms, the former pound-for-pound king began his attack.

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Shields Dominates in Detroit Victory

Photo by Bob Ryder

 

By Raymond Rolak | Exclusive for CNBNewsnet

 

Tex-Mex Fighter to Undefeated Russian, ‘Good Night’ -  (Spokojnoj Nochi)

 

DETROIT —  It was a spirited and home-style crowd at the MGM Ballroom urging Claressa Shields onward and upward.  They were there to see Shields defeat the women’s pro-Nikki Adler from Germany.  It was the undefeated and much more experienced Adler.  It didn’t take much urging and it didn’t take the full ten rounds.  From the opening bell, Shields put strong jabs into the face of the former champion.  In later action, Shields followed with many scoring and heavy body blows. 

Wrocław is “Looking Good”

  

By Raymond Rolak

 

Wrocław--  The World Games are held every four years, a year after the summer Olympics.  After many years of planning, the tenth edition of The World Games is almost ready to start.  A better location could not have been selected.  The host city of Wrocław (vrots-wɑ), puts its best foot forward when you arrive at Copernicus Airport Wrocław (WRO).  This is a super-efficient and ultra-modern international airport.  Wrocław is Poland’s 4^th largest city and it is an exciting and intriguing place with an old city center and a vibrant nightlife.  Wrocław will be the 10th city to host the games, which have been held since 1981.   

The attractive capital of the Lower Silesia region in Poland has many charms.  There are many riverside vistas, lively squares and a combination of historic and contemporary buildings.  Even Odra River looks great.   There are many new bistros, taverns, restaurants, and walkways along its banks.  The city-center is a thriving multicultural area.  It is home to a growing student community and acts as the financial, cultural and commercial hub of western Poland.  It is ground-zero to a wide variety of musical, theatrical events and film festivals.

Ford’s Garage to Open in Dearborn

 

By Raymond Rolak

 

DEARBORN-- Restaurateur Billy Downs is coming to the area again opening Ford’s Garage on Michigan Avenue in Dearborn.  Downs had founded the successful concept chain BD’s

Mongolian Grill.  Ford’s Garage, which is a licensee of Ford Motor Co., is located at 21367 Michigan Ave. 48124, next to the John D. Dingell Transit Center in a 13,200-square-foot development that includes a private function room, an adjacent designer coffee emporium, and a merchandise store.

Manager of the Polish National Baseball Team Introduced Before the MLB Game in Detroit

 

Baseball coaches Raymond Rolak (L) and Paul Solarski (R) congratulate Robert Szczublewski (middle) of Toledo, Ohio on his renditions of the Polish and American national anthems. This was before the game and on the field at Comerica Park in Detroit. Photo by Lars Hjelmroth, Detroit Photographic Company

 By Jacek Adamski l special for CNBNewsnet

Paul Solarski, the head coach of the Polish National Baseball Team was introduced before the Detroit Tigers and Texas Rangers game at Comerica Park in Detroit recently.  It was part of the 47^th annual Polish-American Heritage Night pregame highlights.  Ethnic celebrations are popular promotions as part of a trend to have theme events as a draw combined with Major League Baseball games.

Smith and Dorr lead the CCI3* and CCI2*After Dressage at the 2017 Jersey Fresh International

press release

Allentown, NJ, May 11, 2017 - The Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event, presented by B.W. Furlong & Associates, kicked-off in grand style as it enters its 15th anniversary, with dueling dressage rings for the CCI3* and CCI2* divisions. Tamra Smith and Wembley danced in dressage, taking the lead on a score of 45.9 penalties. Cornelia Dorr with Louis M, her first of two rides of the day, took an early lead in the CCI2* with a score of 45.8.

 

Chicago Sky Draft Jankoska in First Round, Joins the Rutgers Connection

 

Graphic courtesy of MSU Sports Information

 

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Exclusive

FREELAND, Mich. --  Tori Jankoska couldn’t hold back the tears of joy when, with the ninth overall pick, she was drafted by the Chicago Sky.  She watched the draft festivities with about 40 family and friends in the basement of her parents, Randy and Lisa Jankoska.  The Michigan State guard wanted to stay in the confines of support and share the experience.  Her whole playing career has been that way.  She shares and dishes off to her teammates.  She offers support.  She is the complete team player.

Red Berenson Retires as Michigan Ice Hockey Coach

 

 

By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Exclusive

 

ANN ARBOR--   Gordon ‘Red’ Berenson (77) retired as the Men’s Ice Hockey head coach for the Michigan Wolverines.  In a joint appearance by Athletics Director Warde Manuel and Berenson they made the announcement at the Junge Center.  He will remain on staff as a special advisor to Manuel.

 

Michigan went 848-426-92 in Berenson’s 33 years, including the 1996 and 1998 NCAA National Championships.   Berenson’s accomplishments behind the bench at Michigan put him among the greatest coaches in college hockey history. 

 

Denver’s Hobey Baker Winner Hails from Wisconsin

Will Butcher

 (Photo courtesy of the Rolco Sports & Entertainment Network)

By Raymond Rolak 

CHICAGO-- Senior defenseman Will Butcher of the University of Denver was named the 2017 Hobey Baker Award winner. The honor is named for Baker, who was a football and hockey star at Princeton. Baker was hockey’s brightest name when he was killed in a plane crash in France during the final days of World War I. The announcement came during the NCAA Frozen Four festivities at the Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier in Chicago.

The University of Detroit Mercy Honors Vitale, Duerod and the 1976-77 Team

 

Terry Duerod thanks the crowd as his # 42 jersey was retired at Calihan Hall on the campus of the University of Detroit Mercy.

Photo supplied by the UDM Sports Communication Dept.

 

 

By Raymond Rolak | Special to CNBNewsnet

DETROIT--  A spirited and large crowd enjoyed ESPN’s Dick Vitale as he addressed the present day Detroit Mercy Titan basketball supporters.  He was the head coach of the 1976-77 Titan team that was being honored in a 40^th reunion celebration.  The pep-band kept those in attendance at the iconic field-house, Calihan Hall, energized.  Vitale said in typical and enthusiastic Vitale-speak, “In 1977, we had all of Detroit in the palm of our hands….baby.”   

Six Minor League Baseball Players Suspended

The modern MLB logo was first used in 1969. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

 

MLB Press Release | January 13th, 2017

The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that six Minor League players have been suspended following their violations of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.

 

Terrell Owens To the Hall of Fame Is A No Doubter

Austin Darrow | CNBNewsnet

 

The NFL Hall of Fame finalists have been announced and now the waiting game begins as they have to cut the final 18 players down to five before voting anyone in.

When the Hall of Fame committee cuts the final 18 members down to five, the final five must accumulate a minimum of 80% of the votes to make it to Canton, Ohio.

Boston College Takes the Quick Lane Bowl at Ford Field in Detroit (See Photo Gallery

  

 

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By Raymond Rolak | CNBNews Exclusive

 DETROIT--  The game score indicated it was close and Boston College did hold on to win.  The Eagles defense was relentless and it paid off with a 36-30 victory over Maryland.  This was in the 2016 Quick Lane Bowl at Ford Field.

 

2017 Cotton Bowl Classic for Midwest Bragging Rights

 

By Raymond Rolak | Exclusive for CNBNews

DALLAS--  Both teams excel at the skill positions and have explosive scoring potential.  The game will be determined by the depth of the Wisconsin line play pitted against the offensive minded enthusiasm of undefeated Western Michigan University.  This will determine the 2017 Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic title.  The Badgers will meet the Broncos in the 81^st edition, in Arlington, Texas at AT&T Stadium on Monday, January 2. 

This is the first Cotton Bowl Classic for either team.   Wisconsin (10-3) and WMU (13-0) have met four times previously, all in Madison and with the Badgers leading the all-time series 3–1.  The most recent meeting was on August 31, 2000, when Wisconsin defeated the Broncos, 19–7. 

Father Time Catches Up With "The Executioner"

Smith Jr. ends Hopkins career with TKO win

SAN DIEGO – December 17, 2016 – Future Hall of Fame boxer Bernard "The Executioner" Hopkins (55-8-2, 32 KOs) entered the ring to the sounds of his own version of "My Way," flanked by two hooded executioners as he stepped into the ring. The Los Angeles crowd pf 6,513 at The Forum greeted the Philadelphia native…

The Positives and Negatives of the MLB's Pre-Draft MRI Screening

Austin Darrow | CNBNewsnet

 

The MLB’s new collective bargaining agreement has some major changes coming to the game. The free agent compensation has been overhauled and MLB players meal money has taken a hit.

All of the changes are making teams become more complex in doing business.

Another part of the CBA is the new MRI program for top 50 pitching prospects in the MLB Draft. The players will be asked to voluntarily get an MRI on their throwing arm.

College Football:The 1976 Scarlet Knights

40 years ago on Thanksgiving, Rutgers achieved perfection  

On the heels of a seven-game winning streak to close out the 1975 campaign, the Rutgers football team had big expectations for the '76 season. "We should have a seasoned team,'' Rutgers coach Frank Burns said prior to beginning his fourth season on the banks. "Offensively, we should be more confident in the (Wing-T) system and…