May 14, 2013
On Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18 some of the best high-school crews from all over the United States and Canada compete along the Schuylkill River at the annual Stotesbury Cup Regatta, the largest and oldest high-school regatta in the country. Look for teams from 194 schools racing along the Schuylkill this weekend. Cheer [...]
Read more»May 13, 2013
There’s no Philly sports experience quite like attending a Philadelphia Union game at PPL Park — and spring is the perfect time to catch the team in action. Sitting on the banks of the Delaware River while watching professional soccer alongside thousands of raucous Union supporters is a must-do for any sports fan. This Wednesday, [...]
Read more»May 13, 2013
College lacrosse’s most talented stars will take up their game at Lincoln Financial Field this Memorial Day Weekend for the 2013 NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championships. From Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, semifinals and championships take over the NFL Eagles’ home turf for a fun-filled time for all. Cheer on your favorite team as [...]
Read more»May 9, 2013
Hot on the heels of city sporting extravaganzas the Penn Relays and Broad Street Run, another well-attended competition draws world-class athletes to Philadelphia. On May 10-11, the 75th annual Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta sails on the scenic Schuylkill River. The two-day event is the largest collegiate regatta in the United States with representation from 125 [...]
Read more»May 1, 2013
Little known fact, the largest 10-mile race in America takes place right here in Philadelphia and is none other than the annual Blue Cross Broad Street Run. The Broad Street Run is truly a sign of spring, and it’s scheduled for this Sunday, May 5. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. at Broad Street and [...]
Read more»May 1, 2013
After more then a decade in the grind of development, Paine’s Park skatepark is set to make its public debut on May 22. Since the project was first conceptualized in 2002 by Franklin’s Paine Skatepark Fund, it has aimed to create a new dialogue between skateboarding, landscape architecture and city planning. Philadelphia’s skateboarding culture has [...]
Read more»April 25, 2013
Olympic-caliber college and high school track stars show off their fastest sprints at the Penn Relays; the world’s largest annual relay meet. From today, April 25, to Saturday, April 27, UPenn’s Franklin Field will be abuzz with top-notch athletes and enthusiastic spectators. Spirits will be high as friends, family, coaches and the public cheer on [...]
Read more»April 3, 2013
It’s that time of year, the Phillies are back and ready for a winning season. Kick off the 2013 season with an awesome ticket discount. Use the code “April” to receive $10 off of your ticket in the 412-429 area. The code is valid for six games throughout April; three against the New York Mets, and three against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Catch your favorite Phillies for a discounted price. Head out and root for the home team! Double bonus, visit the brand new Federal Donuts storefront at Citizens Bank Park! [MLB]
April 2, 2013
The hugely popular spring event, The Penn Relays is creeping (or sprinting) up on us. The weekend-long annual event comes to town from April 25 to 27 and brings with it a slew of fun activities for attendees. In addition to top-notch track stars, the event hosts apparel vendors, sport merchandise vendors and offers lots [...]
Read more»March 28, 2013
La Salle takes on Wichita State tonight in the Round of 16 in the NCAA Tournament. The game, which takes place in at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, starts at 10:17 p.m. and airs nationally on TBS. Here are five quick reasons you will want to tune in and cheer on the Explorers. 1. [...]
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