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Four Rockets scored in double figures, led by Heaven Reese's 16 points. Next up is a rematch from last year's PPL title game against with Imhotep on Sunday.
Audenried will defend its Public League girls’ basketball title after blowout win over Lincoln
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February 20, 2026 at 3:54 AM
Four Rockets scored in double figures, led by Heaven Reese's 16 points. Next up is a rematch from last year's PPL title game against with Imhotep on Sunday.
Cristopher Sánchez (Dominican Republic), Taijuan Walker (Mexico), and Aaron Nola (Italy) will represent their countries starting on March 5.
Three Phillies starters are breaking their routine to pitch in the WBC during spring training
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February 20, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Cristopher Sánchez (Dominican Republic), Taijuan Walker (Mexico), and Aaron Nola (Italy) will represent their countries starting on March 5.
Andrae, 23, hasn't played since Jan. 26 but has looked "sharp" this week, according to defense coach Todd Reirden. Will he be here past March 6's trade deadline?
Flyers defenseman Emil Andrae is ‘doing everything he can’ to get himself back into the lineup
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February 20, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Andrae, 23, hasn't played since Jan. 26 but has looked "sharp" this week, according to defense coach Todd Reirden. Will he be here past March 6's trade deadline?
The conference rivalry between Villanova and UConn is not what it used to be, but for a moment on Wednesday, behind a roaring crowd at Finneran Pavilion, it was revived.
Villanova’s battle against No. 1 UConn brought fleeting flashbacks of the ‘old-school Big East’
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February 20, 2026 at 1:15 AM
The conference rivalry between Villanova and UConn is not what it used to be, but for a moment on Wednesday, behind a roaring crowd at Finneran Pavilion, it was revived.
And Trea Turner isn’t pumping the brakes
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February 20, 2026 at 12:32 AM
And Trea Turner isn’t pumping the brakes
Stas Korzeniowski played well at forward in his first-team debut, and Jeremy Rafanello answered the call to play right back. Carnell also praised Cavan Sullivan and Ezekiel Alladoh's performances.
Bradley Carnell never doubted his untested lineup in the Union’s first game of the year
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February 19, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Stas Korzeniowski played well at forward in his first-team debut, and Jeremy Rafanello answered the call to play right back. Carnell also praised Cavan Sullivan and Ezekiel Alladoh's performances.
Levito, 18, was eighth after Tuesday’s nearly clean short program, and many people on social media felt she had been underscored.
Isabeau Levito falls during free skate, finishes with total score of 202.80 at the Winter Olympics
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February 19, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Levito, 18, was eighth after Tuesday’s nearly clean short program, and many people on social media felt she had been underscored.
Nola has been working with Philabundance since 2019.
Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola chooses Philabundance as the recipient of a $25,000 grant
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February 19, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Nola has been working with Philabundance since 2019.
South Jersey's Isabeau Levito takes the ice again today in Milan, Italy with a chance to earn Olympic medal.
The Inquirer's Ellen Dunkel provides some details on the young figure skater.
The Inquirer's Ellen Dunkel provides some details on the young figure skater.
February 19, 2026 at 8:27 PM
South Jersey's Isabeau Levito takes the ice again today in Milan, Italy with a chance to earn Olympic medal.
The Inquirer's Ellen Dunkel provides some details on the young figure skater.
The Inquirer's Ellen Dunkel provides some details on the young figure skater.
The catcher is back for an eighth season with the Phillies. But for a week in January, he wasn't sure he'd return. He talked to The Inquirer about that and more on "Phillies Extra."
‘Phillies Extra’ Q&A: J.T. Realmuto on thinking he might leave, Nick Castellanos’ exit, and more
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February 19, 2026 at 7:58 PM
The catcher is back for an eighth season with the Phillies. But for a week in January, he wasn't sure he'd return. He talked to The Inquirer about that and more on "Phillies Extra."
It came down to the wire, but the Saints earned a 64-60 victory over Bonner-Prendergast. They will make a PCL final apperance for the first time since 2023.
Longtime coach Carl Arrigale leads Neumann Goretti back to the Catholic League final
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February 19, 2026 at 6:59 PM
It came down to the wire, but the Saints earned a 64-60 victory over Bonner-Prendergast. They will make a PCL final apperance for the first time since 2023.
Just 18 days after the beloved writer's death, "The Simpsons" found a way to pay animated tribute to Dan McQuade. ♥️
February 19, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Just 18 days after the beloved writer's death, "The Simpsons" found a way to pay animated tribute to Dan McQuade. ♥️
Both of Alexis Eberz’s parents played college basketball on the Main Line.
She’s forged her own connections to the program and looks to translate her accomplished high school career to the next level.
She’s forged her own connections to the program and looks to translate her accomplished high school career to the next level.
Before Alexis Eberz begins her journey at Villanova, she has unfinished business with Archbishop Carroll
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February 19, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Both of Alexis Eberz’s parents played college basketball on the Main Line.
She’s forged her own connections to the program and looks to translate her accomplished high school career to the next level.
She’s forged her own connections to the program and looks to translate her accomplished high school career to the next level.
Lane Johnson is officially returning for a 14th season with the Eagles.
The right tackle told The Inquirer on Thursday that he will be back in 2026.
The right tackle told The Inquirer on Thursday that he will be back in 2026.
Eagles star tackle Lane Johnson will return to team in 2026
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February 19, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Lane Johnson is officially returning for a 14th season with the Eagles.
The right tackle told The Inquirer on Thursday that he will be back in 2026.
The right tackle told The Inquirer on Thursday that he will be back in 2026.
The Owls were once at the top of the standings in the conference, but a recent slump, including a loss to Alabama-Birmingham on Wednesday, has the team on a downward trajectory.
Temple is sliding in the American standings after its third consecutive loss
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February 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The Owls were once at the top of the standings in the conference, but a recent slump, including a loss to Alabama-Birmingham on Wednesday, has the team on a downward trajectory.
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Annnnd we’re back. Howdy from shootaround ahead of the Sixers’ return from the break against the Hawks tonight. Cam Payne and Tyrese Martin out here (so is Paul George)
February 19, 2026 at 3:53 PM
Annnnd we’re back. Howdy from shootaround ahead of the Sixers’ return from the break against the Hawks tonight. Cam Payne and Tyrese Martin out here (so is Paul George)
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Tyrese Maxey has emerged as the 76ers' star player. @jasen.bsky.social has identified six areas where his game has leveled up. Can you step into his New Balances, guess what his next move is, and think like him on the court?
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February 19, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Tyrese Maxey has emerged as the 76ers' star player. @jasen.bsky.social has identified six areas where his game has leveled up. Can you step into his New Balances, guess what his next move is, and think like him on the court?
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From my colleague Jeff McLane: Lane Johnson is officially returning for the 2026 season.
But the future of the OL has come into focus in recent weeks, as I noted today among the pressing questions facing the Eagles: www.inquirer.com/eagles/2026-...
But the future of the OL has come into focus in recent weeks, as I noted today among the pressing questions facing the Eagles: www.inquirer.com/eagles/2026-...
Five questions about the Eagles that must be answered before the 2026 roster takes shape
Nick Sirianni and Howie Roseman should break their silence soon on recent Eagles developments. Here are the five most pressing matters as they head to the combine.
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February 19, 2026 at 4:15 PM
From my colleague Jeff McLane: Lane Johnson is officially returning for the 2026 season.
But the future of the OL has come into focus in recent weeks, as I noted today among the pressing questions facing the Eagles: www.inquirer.com/eagles/2026-...
But the future of the OL has come into focus in recent weeks, as I noted today among the pressing questions facing the Eagles: www.inquirer.com/eagles/2026-...
The Hawks have won three straight after their victory over Duquesne. However, the outcome of their next three games in the regular season could be costly to their position in the tournament.
St. Joe’s women are on a hot streak and could earn a double bye in the Atlantic 10 Tournament
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February 19, 2026 at 3:09 PM
The Hawks have won three straight after their victory over Duquesne. However, the outcome of their next three games in the regular season could be costly to their position in the tournament.
If the Wildcats plan to dance far into March, their performance must match their impressive first-half display against the top-ranked Huskies, not their dismal second half.
What did Villanova learn in Wednesday’s loss to No. 1 UConn? The game truly is ‘four quarters.’
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February 19, 2026 at 2:40 PM
If the Wildcats plan to dance far into March, their performance must match their impressive first-half display against the top-ranked Huskies, not their dismal second half.
Nick Sirianni and Howie Roseman should break their silence soon on recent Eagles developments.
Here are the five most pressing matters as they head to the combine.
Here are the five most pressing matters as they head to the combine.
February 19, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Nick Sirianni and Howie Roseman should break their silence soon on recent Eagles developments.
Here are the five most pressing matters as they head to the combine.
Here are the five most pressing matters as they head to the combine.
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“He didn’t care if you were buying something. It was almost like a bar where you stop in and talk to a bartender.
“You can just talk. It wasn’t always about the dollar.”
For 31 years, Carl Henderson ran Carl's Cards. Now, his family is keeping it alive: www.inquirer.com/sports/carl-...
“You can just talk. It wasn’t always about the dollar.”
For 31 years, Carl Henderson ran Carl's Cards. Now, his family is keeping it alive: www.inquirer.com/sports/carl-...
February 19, 2026 at 2:07 AM
“He didn’t care if you were buying something. It was almost like a bar where you stop in and talk to a bartender.
“You can just talk. It wasn’t always about the dollar.”
For 31 years, Carl Henderson ran Carl's Cards. Now, his family is keeping it alive: www.inquirer.com/sports/carl-...
“You can just talk. It wasn’t always about the dollar.”
For 31 years, Carl Henderson ran Carl's Cards. Now, his family is keeping it alive: www.inquirer.com/sports/carl-...
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Cam Payne was watching his Serbian team play over the weekend when his agent told him, “You might want to pack.”
By Wednesday, he was practicing with the Sixers.
"I don't know how I keep finding a way to get back. But I guess the NBA's still watching.”
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By Wednesday, he was practicing with the Sixers.
"I don't know how I keep finding a way to get back. But I guess the NBA's still watching.”
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Cameron Payne is happy to return to Sixers: ‘When your focus is in the right place, things like this happen’
Payne, who was playing for Serbian team KK Partizan before the Sixers signed him, will bring much-needed depth at guard after the team traded Eric Gordon and Jared McCain.
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February 19, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Cam Payne was watching his Serbian team play over the weekend when his agent told him, “You might want to pack.”
By Wednesday, he was practicing with the Sixers.
"I don't know how I keep finding a way to get back. But I guess the NBA's still watching.”
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By Wednesday, he was practicing with the Sixers.
"I don't know how I keep finding a way to get back. But I guess the NBA's still watching.”
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The fastest man in the National League in 2015 was still wearing the crown in 2025. How is that possible? Trea Turner shares his secrets to staying in the fast lane. From @inquirer.com: www.inquirer.com/phillies/tre...
The Phillies’ Trea Turner was still the fastest man in the league at 32. And it’s not due just to ‘genetics.’
What’s his secret? “I pay attention to a lot of little things,” says Turner, who hasn’t lost a step 10 years into his career. In fact, he may be a tick faster with no sign of slowing down.
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February 19, 2026 at 1:50 PM
The fastest man in the National League in 2015 was still wearing the crown in 2025. How is that possible? Trea Turner shares his secrets to staying in the fast lane. From @inquirer.com: www.inquirer.com/phillies/tre...
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Union open 2026 season with 5-0 rout of Trinidad’s Defence Force in the Champions Cup
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Union open 2026 season with 5-0 rout of Trinidad’s Defence Force in the Champions Cup
The Union had goals from Milan Iloski, Ezekiel Alladoh, Olwethu Makhanya, and Bruno Damiani, who scored twice. Next up is the MLS season-opener against D.C. United.
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February 19, 2026 at 2:07 AM
Union open 2026 season with 5-0 rout of Trinidad’s Defence Force in the Champions Cup
@oyounothing.bsky.social's quick match report:
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@oyounothing.bsky.social's quick match report:
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