Farmington, CT|News|
New Splash Pad, Pickleball Courts Dedicated In Farmington
Farmington last week officially opened a new splash pad and pickleball courts at Westwoods Recreation Complex.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Youth Sports
Local youth leagues, registration info and opportunities for kids to get involved in sports around town.
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Somerset County Scores FIFA World Cup Grants For Summer Fan Events
Somerset County has landed two World Cup Community Initiative Grants to fund watch parties and cultural festivals ahead of the tournament.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
New Basketball Coach Named At Lyman Hall High School
The school announced the hiring this week.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Suffolk County Team Of The Week: Huntington, Babylon And Bay Shore Headline Big Week
A Bay Shore football standout was recognized while Babylon and Huntington athletes continued a strong spring.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|News|
Nassau County Team Of The Week: Signing Day In Levittown, Steeplefest In Long Beach, Girls' Lax Title Games
Nassau County sports action didn't stop this week, with teams in action on fields and tracks across the county. Read on to see who won big!
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
For Kara Wolters, A Connecticut Gold Key Award Really Hits Home
The UConn basketball great is now an in-state hall of famer.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
Outdoor Swimming Pools Open Soon For The Summer In Prince George's
If you're needing a refreshing dip to beat the heat, here's when swimming pools across Prince George's will open for the season.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Glastonbury's Brooke Strauss Officially Gets Athlete Of The Year Hardware
Brooke Strauss has been honored by a major organization.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Sheehan Girls Lacrosse Falls To Sacred Heart Academy: PHOTOS
The Sheehan girls lacrosse team closed out its regular season with games against Sacred Heart Academy, Hand-Madison, and North Branford.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Sacred Heart Academy Lacrosse Beats Sheehan On Senior Night: PHOTOS
The Sacred Heart Academy lacrosse team closed out its season with recent games against Sheehan and Mercy.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Construction Begins On College of Lake County Sports Complex In Grayslake
New baseball and softball facilities are part of a larger upgrade plan aimed at improving athletic spaces at CLC, according to reports.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Madison’s Drew University To Host Sports Business Pre-College Program This Summer
2 NJ executives are offering high school students hands-on exposure to sports industry careers before college applications begin.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Prominent Family Recreation/Athletics Hotspot In Berlin To Close
The kids' gymnastics and tumbling studio will close this weekend after serving local families for 14 years.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Sheehan Boys Lacrosse Falls To Hamden In Hard-Fought Game: PHOTOS
The Titans closed out the regular season with recent games against Hamden and Cheshire.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Boys Lacrosse Edges Sheehan In Thriller: PHOTOS
The Hamden boys lacrosse team split its recent games with Sheehan and Guilford.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
Worcester Bravehearts Return To Fitton Field For 2026 Opening Night
The city's summer collegiate baseball team is returning for another season this month.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|News|
Three Milford High Student-Athletes Honored At Faneuil Hall Ceremony
The seniors attended the event in honor of National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos South Cardinals Bring Home The Hardware From SWIC Track Meet
Palos South Middle School seventh-grade boys and girls teams, along with eighth-grade boys teams, all earned first-place finishes.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
Summer Jam Classic Returns For Its 10th Year In Worcester
The event features high-level basketball competition alongside community programming, local vendors, entertainment and giveaways.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
World Cup Fan Events Rolling Into Somerset County
Two Somerset County towns will host grant-funded World Cup celebrations, including watch parties and festivals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Beats West Haven, Falls To Southington In Recent Girls Lacrosse Games: PHOTOS
The Hamden girls lacrosse team split its recent games against West Haven and Southington.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
University Of Rhode Island Women's Rowing Threepeats As Atlantic 10 Champs
The Rams won their 12th Atlantic 10 crown in school history
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Free Youth Fishing Derbies At Parks In The Oranges: 2026 Outdoor Events
Essex County’s fishing derbies are free and open to children 15 and under. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Free Youth Fishing Derby At Park In The Caldwells: 2026 Outdoor Events
Essex County’s fishing derbies are free and open to children 15 and under. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Verona-Cedar Grove, NJ|News|
Free Youth Fishing Derby At Park In Verona: 2026 Outdoor Events
Essex County’s fishing derbies are free and open to children 15 and under. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Free Youth Fishing Derby At Parks In Newark: 2026 Outdoor Events
Essex County’s fishing derbies are free and open to children 15 and under. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Essex County Free Youth Fishing Derbies Will Return: 2026 Local Events
Essex County’s fishing derbies are free and open to children 15 and under. Here's what to know if you plan to go.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across Virginia, VA|News|
Spring Lumberjack Classic Highlights Timber Sports Athletes
Timber sports athletes of all kinds competed at this year's spring Lumberjack Classic, hosted by the Devil's Backbone Brewing Company.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|News|
New 'Neighborhood Passport' Will Help Soccer Fans Explore NYC During World Cup
Soccer fans will be able to collect stamps from hundreds of community organizations and public events across the city.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|News|
Suffolk County Team Of The Week: Huntington’s Big Week Continues, Whitman Flag Football Surges Into Playoffs
The Blue Devils continue a dominant spring, Whitman flag football secures a playoff spot and West Islip celebrates college-bound athletes.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Cass Soccer Team Takes Home Tournament Championship After 13-0 Season
"The boys played every game with pride and great effort," the coach said.
Illinois Patch, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem To Celebrate State Champion Basketball Team, Standout Athletes, Musicians With Parade
The event will include several buses and trolleys escorted by Salem police cruisers ad motorcycles.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Sacred Heart Academy Girls Lacrosse Rolls Past Haddam-Killingworth: PHOTOS
The Sharks picked up their second straight win with a recent victory over Haddam-Killingworth.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Levittown, NY|News|
Nassau County Team Of The Week: Playoffs Get Underway Across Spring Sports
Spring playoff season arrived this week, as athletes across Nassau County kicked off their postseason efforts.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
World Series Appearance Earned By Harford Community College Baseball Team
The Fighting Owls’ have earned their first trip to the national tournament since 2022, which runs May 23–30.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
Warren Hosting USA Vs. Australia World Cup Watch Party June 19
The free community event runs noon to 6 p.m. with kickoff at 3 p.m.; shuttles available from Warren Middle School.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
New Rochelle, NY|News|
New Rochelle Boys & Girls Club Revives Remington Flyers Track Program
The relaunched youth track program brings back a New Rochelle legacy for students in grades 1 through 8.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Bears Fans 'Thankful' As NFL Schedule Reveal Highlights Holiday Showdown With Lions
The full schedule for the 2026 season will be released Thursday night, with reports Chicago may also be playing on Christmas.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Madison Beach Commission Reviews Surf Club Planning, July 4 Pass Sales Changes
The commission said a special meeting on Surf Club concepts is set for May 20 as beach season planning moves ahead.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
New Cheerleading Coach Named At North Haven High School
The school announced the appointment on Wednesday.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
