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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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From left, Philadelphia 76ers Chief Executive Officer Adam Aron, owner Joshua Harris, president Rod Thorn, owner David Blitzer,  coach Doug Collins, and owner Art Wrubel, poses for photographs during a news conference at the Palestra Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, in Philadelphia.  The sale of the team ends Comcast-Spectacor's 15-year run of ownership.  (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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Billy Penn

What do the Sixers owners own? A lot, with a downtown arena and NFL team on the wish list

A rundown of the extensive portfolio of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.

4 years ago

File photo: Many trees were felled as part of the restoration and renovation of the Cobbs Creek golf course and community engagement center, as seen on Feb. 27, 2022. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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Urban Planning

Cobbs Creek Golf Course zoning exemption gets commission approval despite opposition

Residents fear the zoning overlay could worsen flooding downstream of the golf course, but a state official and a developer’s contractor say that’s not likely.

4 years ago

The jingling bells, string lights, Santas and snowmen have been replaced by a Birds' fan oasis that's sure to excite your feelings of nostalgia. (6abc)
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6abc

Tinsel Takes Flight: Philly’s holiday pop-up bar redecorates for Birds fans

The jingling bells, string lights, Santas and snowmen have been replaced by a Birds' fan oasis that's sure to excite your feelings of nostalgia.

4 years ago

The Katie's Komets playing in the 2022 Katie Kirlin Junior Wheelchair Basketball Tournament. (Ellen C. Miller for Philadelphia Parks and Recreation)
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Billy Penn

Katie’s Komets compete: Philly’s junior wheelchair basketball team gears up for 25th anniversary tournament

Despite the Carousel House shutting down, the program is finding ways to thrive.

4 years ago

Philadelphia Flyers' Ivan Provorov plays during an NHL hockey game, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, in Philadelphia
Community

Flyers coach Tortorella defends Provorov’s Pride boycott

Provorov cites his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in warmups on Tuesday before the game against the Anaheim Ducks.

4 years ago

(6abc)
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Green bread and special beer for Philadelphia Eagles big playoff run

The Eagles take on the Giants in the NFC Divisional Round Saturday night.

4 years ago

Wrestler Jamin Pugh, Jay Briscoe
Community
6abc

Delaware school district closed after death of pro wrestler Jay Briscoe at age 38

According to Sports Illustrated, Jay Briscoe was killed in a crash in Laurel, Delaware.

4 years ago

Philadelphia Flyers' Ivan Provorov
Community

Flyers defenseman Provorov cites religion for boycott on Pride night

Provorov did not skate with his teammates before Tuesday night’s game against Anaheim as the Flyers celebrated their annual Pride night.

4 years ago

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart speaks while standing between the 2022 and 2023 championship trophies during a ceremony celebrating the Bulldog's second consecutive NCAA college football national championship, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, in Athens, Ga.
Community

Georgia football player killed in wreck after title celebration

Georgia offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member have been killed in a car wreck hours after the Bulldogs celebrated their second straight championship.

4 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) celebrates following a victory over the Utah Jazz
Arts & Entertainment

Embiid’s jumper gives 76ers 118-117 win over Jazz

James Harden had 31 points and 11 assists to lead Philadelphia. Embiid chipped in 30 points and seven rebounds.

4 years ago

A view from the stands of the baseball field at Frawley Stadium.
Arts & Entertainment

Wilmington Blue Rocks extend stadium lease in Delaware

Minor league baseball will be in Wilmington to stay through at least the 2030 season after the Blue Rocks agreed to extend its lease at Frawley Stadium.

4 years ago

Cacia's Bakery is making thousands of green rolls for the 'Bird Dog' giveaway from Dietz & Watson. (Dietz & Watson)
Community
Billy Penn

70-year-old Philly bakery is making bright green rolls for the Eagles playoff run

The ‘Bird Dog’ buns proved so popular, Cacia’s decided to make them for everyone.

4 years ago

A group of people wearing Philadelphia Union jerseys pose for a photo.
Community

Sons of Ben ‘Help Kick Hunger’ with fundraiser for Chester-based Bernardine Center

Donations from Sunday’s event will benefit the center’s food bank, baby supplies, computer lab, and educational programming.

4 years ago

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Buffalo Bills Damar Hamlin with his helmet off before playing the Los Angeles Rams during an NFL football game
NPR
Community

Damar Hamlin is discharged from Buffalo hospital and will continue rehab at home

Before being flown to Buffalo, N.Y., Hamlin had been treated for nearly a week at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center after going into cardiac arrest on the field.

4 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid dribbles during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in Philadelphia
Arts & Entertainment

Embiid scores 36 points, Harden has triple-double for 76ers

Harden finished with 16 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds Embiid returned from a three-game absence with a sore left foot with a new look.

4 years ago

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