Sports
‘I’ on Sports’: Spotlight on Youth Baseball/Softball in the Queen City
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports’: Spotlight on Youth Baseball/Softball in the Queen CityA closer look at youth baseball/youth softball in the Queen City – and some tips from the NH Dunk-n-Diamonds, a group of longtime officials and coaches for youth baseball and softball’s present boards of directors, youth baseball and softball coaches, and espcially the parents of kids in youth baseball and softball.
‘Where are they now?” Chuck Smyrl, Part 2
read more…: ‘Where are they now?” Chuck Smyrl, Part 2Asked how he wished to be remembered, he answered “I hope I’ve brought a smile to a lot of people’s faces and not pissed too many off. I know I definitely have, but, hopefully, not too many!”
‘I’ on Sports: Spotlight on Bob Morneau, Part 2
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports: Spotlight on Bob Morneau, Part 2In the 22 years he had served as the field boss of DAV, his clubs had won the league championship seven times; his All-Star teams had won the District I title three times and had been to the Eastern Regionals twice; and his DAV club had been a participant in the Sam Harris Tournament (best LL team in the city) five times, winning it once.
‘I’ on Sports: Spotlight on Bob Morneau, a Little League icon, Part 1
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports: Spotlight on Bob Morneau, a Little League icon, Part 1These articles are intended to put a “spotlight” on the individual thereby giving readers greater knowledge of some of the important, but sometimes overlooked, members of our athletic community whose stories might otherwise never be known…like Bob’s.
NH Fisher Cats launch big plans for their fans
read more…: NH Fisher Cats launch big plans for their fansAfter an exhaustive, snow-soaked winter, Mother Nature teased us with spring this week, and with the return of spring comes the annual resurrection of America’s game.
High School playoff update: Semi-sweet ending for West boys, three Queen City teams still alive
read more…: High School playoff update: Semi-sweet ending for West boys, three Queen City teams still aliveIn what has turned out to be an especially eventful postseason for Manchester high school varsity sports teams, with many teams flexing their prowess on their respective playing surfaces, three teams remained standing heading into the final week of the playoffs.
‘I’ on Sports: Where are they now – Jim Psaledas
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports: Where are they now – Jim PsaledasAs to my question, “What was your favorite sports memory?,” his answer didn’t just surprise me, it literally startled me, particularly considering all the sports he played, all the years he played, all the success he enjoyed!
Derryfield girls evolution continues into D-II semis
read more…: Derryfield girls evolution continues into D-II semisUndersized and underestimated, the Derryfield School girls basketball team is now one win away from reaching the state championship game.
Pioneers survive OT scare, forge forward in D-I tourney
read more…: Pioneers survive OT scare, forge forward in D-I tourneyThe Trinity High School boys basketball team earned a dramatic come-from-behind victory against a formidable foe to advance to the state semifinals.
Fisher Cats step up to the plate with $200K investment in fan experience
read more…: Fisher Cats step up to the plate with $200K investment in fan experience“I’m excited for the opportunity to spearhead a complete overhaul of how our fans experience a Fisher Cats game from the food-and-beverage perspective,” said Brad McClennan. “We want our concessions to be a huge reason why people come out to the ballpark. My goal is to eliminate the traditional pain points – such as long wait times, generic menus, etc. – and deliver something different and something better.”
‘They have the athletes:’ Young Crusaders show promise in upset bid
read more…: ‘They have the athletes:’ Young Crusaders show promise in upset bidCompeting without a senior on the court, the Crusaders nearly pulled off a big playoff road upset for the second year in a row.
‘I’ on Sports: How St. Anthony High School spawned Memorial High’s soccer program, Part 2
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports: How St. Anthony High School spawned Memorial High’s soccer program, Part 2After the first morning session was over, knowing his team needed more players if it was to survive and fully understanding the plight of his coach, “biker” Baroody called his class-mate and buddy, Phil Wakeman, saying… “Hey, Phil. If you aren’t doing anything this afternoon why don’t you come on down to the field.” And, as Phil put it, “I wasn’t, so I did.” He continued… “I told coach Shaughnessy that I had hurt my leg and couldn’t run.” ‘Well, can you stand up?’ he asked. My ‘yes’ answer was followed by his quick response…’Well, then, if you can stand, you can play! You’ll be our goalie!’…and that’s how I ended up as ‘guardian of the net.’”
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere: Fisher Cats introducing ‘Hot Dog Happy Hour’
read more…: It’s 5 o’clock somewhere: Fisher Cats introducing ‘Hot Dog Happy Hour’There’s something new for Fisher Cats fans to cheer about: Hot Dog Happy Hour.
‘I’ on Sports: How St. Anthony High School spawned Memorial High’s soccer program
read more…: ‘I’ on Sports: How St. Anthony High School spawned Memorial High’s soccer program“Gutsy” – “Clueless” – “Passionate” – “Persistent” That’s exactly how the first group of guys who assembled at well-known and heavily-used St. Anthony Field on South Taylor Street described themselves as they set out to make history.
What history? The birth of the Crusader soccer program.
Registration closes March 8 for 2026 Clem Lemire Hockey Tournament
read more…: Registration closes March 8 for 2026 Clem Lemire Hockey TournamentRegistration for the 2026 Clem Lemire Hockey Tournament closes on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Holy Family girls edged out of tourney in OT thriller
read more…: Holy Family girls edged out of tourney in OT thrillerThe Griffins battled right down to the last second but were ultimately felled by an equally gritty Farmington squad.