Journey to the Bigs: Alex Katz

Journey to the Bigs: Alex Katz

By Alan Suriel Drafted in the 27th Round by the Chicago White Sox, Alex Katz is taking advantage of his chance. Now with the Frederick Keys, which is the Single- A team of the Baltimore Orioles, Katz is thriving as a relief pitcher. In this piece he speaks about his...
Few student-athletes with mental illness seek help

Few student-athletes with mental illness seek help

WASHINGTON — As a high school student in Rhode Island, Katie Morin swam the 500- and 1000-meter freestyle alongside elite athletes, including three-time Olympian Elizabeth Beisel. As she became more serious about swimming, she met with a sports psychologist, a general...
Frances Tiafoe’s Joy For Tennis Is Winning Formula

Frances Tiafoe’s Joy For Tennis Is Winning Formula

WASHINGTON – Frances Tiafoe, who debuted with the Washington Kastles this week, isn’t thinking about career expectations, even though Kastles owner Mark Ein calls him “the future of tennis” and coach Murphy Jensen compares him to 2017 Wimbledon champion Roger Federer....
Mascot Tour: Ferrous and Fefe

Mascot Tour: Ferrous and Fefe

By Alan Suriel and Rosie Langello We continue our minor league baseball mascot tour with Ferrous and Fefe of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. We spoke to the people under the suits, Kevin Killion and Sarah Kleppinger. Both have been with the team for 10 seasons....
Ballpark Menu: Lehigh Valley IronPigs

Ballpark Menu: Lehigh Valley IronPigs

For minor league baseball fans, the experience of going out to a ballgame doesn’t always hinge on whether the home team wins or loses. Ballparks like Coca-Cola Park, home of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs make sure that fans have fun and try different food items....