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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America

Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Philadelphia 76ers' Kelly Oubre Jr. (9) cannot get a shot past Los Angeles Clippers' Paul George (13) and Kawhi Leonard (2) as time expires in their NBA basketball game, Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Community

Officials admit to missed call on final play of Clippers win over 76ers

Referee Kevin Scott said in a pool report sent to reporters by the NBA an hour after the game that the Clippers’ Paul George did make contact with Kelly Oubre Jr.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Johan Rojas walks on the field before a spring training baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
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6abc

Phillies 2024 home opener moved to Friday due to threat of rain

Gates will open at 12:35 p.m. and on-field pregame festivities will begin at approximately 2:20 p.m. First pitch will be at 3:05 p.m.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Johan Rojas walks on the field before a spring training baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Community

Three big roster decisions the Phillies made this weekend

We now know who will take the field on Opening Day Thursday against Atlanta.

2 years ago

A ball goes through a basket before a second-round college basketball game between Iowa and West Virginia in the NCAA Tournament, Monday, March 25, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Politics & Policy

NCAA President Charlie Baker urges state lawmakers to ban prop betting on college athletes

Ohio, Vermont and Maryland are among the states that have removed prop betting on college athletes.

2 years ago

ECW wrestler Sabu flies through the air onto an opponent and a table as part of the promotion's hardcore style. (Source: Flickr Commons project, Jonathan Ice, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5934466)
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Hardcore: Philly’s own brand of professional wrestling

Before WrestleMania arrives in South Philly next month, a look back at the legacy of Extreme Championship Wrestling.

2 years ago

Visitors look at an exhibit on the wall at the Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site.
Arts & Entertainment

Eastern State Penitentiary has launched a family-friendly offering for spring break

A former Philly penitentiary, now a museum, is presenting a spring break exhibit highlighting sports and recreation behind bars.

2 years ago

Argentina's Nicolas Gonzalez, left, collides with El Salvador's Melvin Cruz during the first half of a friendly soccer match
Arts & Entertainment

Argentina beats El Salvador 3-0 as Philly prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

“For us as Philadelphia to be a host to players that are so ingrained in soccer worldwide is awesome,” Meg Kane, host city executive of Philadelphia Soccer 2026, said.

2 years ago

Argentina's Angel Di Maria (left) and El Salvador's Nelson Bonilla.
Arts & Entertainment

Argentina prepares to face El Salvador in Philly in the absence of ‘irreplaceable’ Messi

The legendary captain will not lead the defending FIFA Men’s World Cup champions on the field, after he was ruled out with a hamstring injury.

2 years ago

Aerial view of a master plan of phase 2 of development
Urban Planning
6abc

Phillies partner with Comcast Spectacor for Sports Complex development in South Philadelphia

Phase 1 the $2.5 billion overhaul was announced last month, and proposed plans for Phase 2 accompanied the announcement from the Phillies.

2 years ago

A sidewalk filled with ripped trash bags and litter
Studio 2
Health

Liquid Death Founder Mike Cessario, Fixing Philadelphia’s Littering Problem

You’ve probably seen Liquid Death at parties, bars, and grocery stores. Yes, the tall-boy aluminum cans with heavy metal lettering ...

Air Date: March 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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Jarvon Coles and Jalen Hurts side by side photos
Community
6abc

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts covers funeral cost for Texas teen killed in shooting

Family members said that Jalen Hurts has been a big help following the deadly shooting of 18-year-old Jarvon Coles.

2 years ago

The exterior storefront of Suplex Vintage Wrestling.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Suplex Vintage Wrestling showcases the ‘passion of Philadelphia’ with two floors of WWE nostalgia

“Philadelphia is a wrestling city,” said owner Chris Kindig. “It has a lot of history, it has a lot of prestige. We’re almost obligated to give to that culture.”

2 years ago

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi chases the ball after a penalty kick during the first half of a CONCACAF Champions Cup soccer match against Nashville SC, Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Community

Lionel Messi out of Argentina-El Salvador match in Philly due to muscle injury

The captain was injured last week while playing for his Inter Miami club in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

2 years ago

Members of the Drexel team celebrate during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Stony Brook in the championship of the Colonial Athletic Association conference women's tournament, Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Washington.
NPR
Community

Let the madness begin: 3 things to watch at the NCAA basketball tournaments

With NCAA brackets formed, the college basketball tournaments dubbed March Madness because of its drama begin this week.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper fields a ground ball during a baseball spring training workout Monday, Feb. 19, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla.
Community
Billy Penn

How concerned should Phillies fans be about Harper’s back soreness?

Phillies manager Rob Thomson says he isn’t concerned about slugger Bryce Harper’s back stiffness causing him to miss games, but should fans be worried?

2 years ago

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