Michael Kelly
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Executive Sports Editor for the Times Union.
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Croucher, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound sophomore, just made an unofficial visit to the University of Nebraska. He received a scholarship offer from coach Matt Rhule. He previously received D-I offers from Indiana, Syracuse, UMass, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Michigan and Michigan State.
Keegan Croucher continues to land Division I football offers
Croucher, who now plays at Cheshire Academy, added Nebraska to his list of suitors that also includes Syracuse, Ole Miss, Michigan and Michigan State
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April 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Croucher, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound sophomore, just made an unofficial visit to the University of Nebraska. He received a scholarship offer from coach Matt Rhule. He previously received D-I offers from Indiana, Syracuse, UMass, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Michigan and Michigan State.
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Langford, who averaged 9.9 points and 5.3 rebounds while appearing in 32 games this past season as a graduate student for the Great Danes, was one of six players selected to compete in the King’s Hawaiian Slam Dunk Championship. (📝 @adamshinder.bsky.social )
UAlbany men's basketball's Langford to compete in college dunk contest
UAlbany's DeMarr Langford Jr. was one of six players selected to compete in the King's Hawaiian Slam Dunk Championship on Thursday in San Antonio.
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April 2, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Langford, who averaged 9.9 points and 5.3 rebounds while appearing in 32 games this past season as a graduate student for the Great Danes, was one of six players selected to compete in the King’s Hawaiian Slam Dunk Championship. (📝 @adamshinder.bsky.social )
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Meet the Times Union 2024-25 girls' skiing all-stars:
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Meet the 2024-25 Times Union girls’ skiing All-Stars
All-Star teams are selected by Times Union writers with input from area coaches. See who made the 2024-25 list.
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March 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Meet the Times Union 2024-25 girls' skiing all-stars:
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Meet the 2024-25 Times Union boys' skiing all-stars:
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Meet the 2024-25 Times Union boys’ skiing All-Stars
All-Star teams are selected by Times Union writers with input from area coaches. See who made the 2024-25 list.
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March 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Meet the 2024-25 Times Union boys' skiing all-stars:
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The Bulldogs, the states' top ranked Class C team, beat the Eagles twice by double-digits during the regular season and had to defeat them again in order to claim the program's first sectional title in 46 years.
Berne-Knox-Westerlo ends 46-year championship drought with win over Duanesburg
B-K-W reserve guard Jayden Buie tops the Bulldogs with 14 points and tournament Most Valuable Player Shane Kirker adds 10 in 64-61 victory over Duanesburg
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March 10, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The Bulldogs, the states' top ranked Class C team, beat the Eagles twice by double-digits during the regular season and had to defeat them again in order to claim the program's first sectional title in 46 years.
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RPI has fired men’s hockey coach Dave Smith. Get the story from @seanmartin77.bsky.social
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RPI fires Dave Smith, will seek new men's hockey coach
Dave Smith compiled a record of 87-152-19 during his seven seasons at RPI, including a 12-21-2 record this season.
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March 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
RPI has fired men’s hockey coach Dave Smith. Get the story from @seanmartin77.bsky.social
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In advancing to Monday’s semifinal, UAlbany delivered one of the shooting performances that makes it so difficult for America East foes to keep up with it — and illustrates why the Great Danes will be a threat in the NCAA Tournament if they get there. (📝 @bymichaelkelly.bsky.social )
Well-rounded UAlbany women's basketball has championship look
The Great Danes' versatile attack was on display in their quarterfinal win against New Hampshire.
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March 8, 2025 at 10:32 PM
In advancing to Monday’s semifinal, UAlbany delivered one of the shooting performances that makes it so difficult for America East foes to keep up with it — and illustrates why the Great Danes will be a threat in the NCAA Tournament if they get there. (📝 @bymichaelkelly.bsky.social )
Follow along for updates from today's UAlbany vs. UMass Lowell women's basketball game, which starts at 11:
Live: UAlbany women's basketball taking on UMass Lowell
In an America East Conference game, the UAlbany Great Danes and the UMass Lowell River Hawks play Thursday. UAlbany won the meeting earlier this season.
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February 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Follow along tonight with our coverage of the UAlbany women's basketball game vs. Bryant:
League-leading UAlbany women’s basketball hosts Bryant tonight
UAlbany and Bryant meet in an America East Conference rematch. The Great Danes won the meeting earlier this season.
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February 6, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Follow along tonight with our coverage of the UAlbany women's basketball game vs. Bryant:
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It’s one of the biggest hockey weekends each year in the Capital Region. This Saturday, the RPI and Union College men’s and women’s hockey teams meet in the annual Capital District Mayor’s Cup games at MVP Arena. Here is what to know ahead of Saturday’s action.
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Everything to know about this year's Mayor's Cup games between RPI, Union
The schools' men's and women's teams play this Saturday at MVP Arena. Union won the men's game last year and RPI won the women's game.
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January 23, 2025 at 2:55 PM
It’s one of the biggest hockey weekends each year in the Capital Region. This Saturday, the RPI and Union College men’s and women’s hockey teams meet in the annual Capital District Mayor’s Cup games at MVP Arena. Here is what to know ahead of Saturday’s action.
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This is a remarkable accomplishment for an athlete of any age, and I say that as a father who got to watch my son pitch a perfect game OH YES I'M BRAGGING. www.timesunion.com/hssports/art...
Colonie junior Tirado sets national scholastic bowling record
A high school junior, Jacob Tirado recently rolled games of 290, 300 and 300 for an 890 triple. That set a new national scholastic record.
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January 23, 2025 at 8:22 PM
This is a remarkable accomplishment for an athlete of any age, and I say that as a father who got to watch my son pitch a perfect game OH YES I'M BRAGGING. www.timesunion.com/hssports/art...
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2023 Sportswriter of the Year joins the crew — great to have Adam aboard!
Excited to announce the next step in my career. Thrilled to be joining the excellent sports team at the @timesunion.com beginning Monday. Can't wait to get started!
January 24, 2025 at 12:44 AM
2023 Sportswriter of the Year joins the crew — great to have Adam aboard!
It's Adam Shinder's music!
Excited to announce the next step in my career. Thrilled to be joining the excellent sports team at the @timesunion.com beginning Monday. Can't wait to get started!
January 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
It's Adam Shinder's music!
Both UAlbany basketball teams play Binghamton today: www.timesunion.com/sports/artic...
UAlbany basketball teams looking to sweep Binghamton
The UAlbany and Binghamton men's teams play in Vestal, while the women's teams meet in Albany.
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January 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Both UAlbany basketball teams play Binghamton today: www.timesunion.com/sports/artic...
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At the Pretty Alright Breakfast Club in Voorheesville, Dylan Longton and his staff crack over 10,000 eggs each month. The rise in egg prices has been strenuous for consumers, but for businesses reliant on eggs, it’s hatched a bigger problem.
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Soaring egg prices battering upstate diners, bakeries
Businesses, like diners and pastry shops, are being impacted by the continued rise in egg prices due to avian influenza.
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January 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
At the Pretty Alright Breakfast Club in Voorheesville, Dylan Longton and his staff crack over 10,000 eggs each month. The rise in egg prices has been strenuous for consumers, but for businesses reliant on eggs, it’s hatched a bigger problem.
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Each hike presents a unique opportunity to witness the region draped in winter’s finest, promising breathtaking vistas and peaceful solitude.
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5 winter hikes in upstate New York
From Falling Waters Preserve to Slide Mountain, here is a curated selection of winter hikes in upstate New York, from the Catskills to the Hudson Valley to the Adirondacks.
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January 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Each hike presents a unique opportunity to witness the region draped in winter’s finest, promising breathtaking vistas and peaceful solitude.
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On Mayor’s Cup weekend eve, RPI and Union men’s hockey teams are both home.
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Union College men's hockey looks to keep pace in ECAC standings
The Union College men's hockey team plays Dartmouth and Harvard this weekend in Schenectady.
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January 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM
On Mayor’s Cup weekend eve, RPI and Union men’s hockey teams are both home.
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Widespread concerns over public safety in New York have raised difficult questions this year for Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers, who are now targeting people who exhibit signs of mental illness and commit crimes as a crisis that needs to be addressed. ⬇️
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January 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Widespread concerns over public safety in New York have raised difficult questions this year for Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers, who are now targeting people who exhibit signs of mental illness and commit crimes as a crisis that needs to be addressed. ⬇️
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It's Saratoga Jazz Fest announcement szn (outside lawn chairs included). www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
Saratoga Jazz Festival announces Trombone Shorty, Gary Clark Jr. in 2025 lineup
The 48th annual two-day festival returns to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center with Cory Wong, Gregory Porter, Cassandra Wilson and more this June.
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January 16, 2025 at 2:17 PM
It's Saratoga Jazz Fest announcement szn (outside lawn chairs included). www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
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Colonie Center’s lenders have foreclosed on a $110 million loan the mall received in 2014.
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Lender forecloses on Colonie Center's $110 million loan
Colonie Center, like its rival Crossgates Mall, has struggled since the coronavirus fueled growth in online commerce
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January 16, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Colonie Center’s lenders have foreclosed on a $110 million loan the mall received in 2014.
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Siena men's basketball plays tonight vs. Sacred Heart, a first-year MAAC program:
Siena men's basketball takes on surprisingly tough Sacred Heart
Sacred Heart men's basketball coach Anthony Latina felt the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference was the right place. The rest of the MAAC wasn't so sure.
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January 16, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Siena men's basketball plays tonight vs. Sacred Heart, a first-year MAAC program:
How good at basketball was Schenectady legend Barry Kramer?
A hall of fame formed to honor him:
A hall of fame formed to honor him:
How good was Barry Kramer at basketball? A hall of fame was started to honor him
Schenectady-born Barry Kramer was an All-America selection in high school and college, and played in the NBA and ABA. He died earlier this year at age 82.
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January 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
How good at basketball was Schenectady legend Barry Kramer?
A hall of fame formed to honor him:
A hall of fame formed to honor him:
Off to 4-0 America East start, @albany.edu women's basketball seeks to keep growing:
UAlbany women's basketball 'about taking care of business every day'
Coach Colleen Mullen's Great Danes, led by Kayla Cooper, are seeking a 5-0 America East start when they play at Bryant.
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January 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Off to 4-0 America East start, @albany.edu women's basketball seeks to keep growing:
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The Capital Region has a host of events and volunteer opportunities you can join to commemorate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations in the Capital Region
A list of events in the Capital Region celebrating and honoring the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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January 15, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The Capital Region has a host of events and volunteer opportunities you can join to commemorate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
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An Amsterdam businessman vying to be the next Republican candidate for the 21st Congressional district says he’s innovating campaign politics by hosting a free night of cage fighting.
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21st Congressional hopeful hosts free cage fight night in Glens Falls
An Amsterdam businessman vying to be the next Republican candidate for Congress says he's innovating campaign politics by hosting free cage fighting event.
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January 16, 2025 at 12:30 PM
An Amsterdam businessman vying to be the next Republican candidate for the 21st Congressional district says he’s innovating campaign politics by hosting a free night of cage fighting.
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