Southbury SportsBeat: Salute to the Champions

Salute to the state championship teams from the area.

Southbury SportsBeat: Things I Learned In A Triathlon

The author learns a lot during a 70.3 mile race.

Southbury SportsBeat: Not Picture Perfect

Lisa Lindley isn't the only coach to be photographed in a bad position. So why is she being vilified while others aren't?

Southbury SportsBeat: Post-Season Magic

Several area teams appear to be on magical runs to state championships.

Southbury SportsBeat: To Be a National Champion

Local athletes reflect on commitment and sacrifice it takes to be a national champion.

Youth Sports May Be Bad for Your Health

Repeat head injuries, aggressive play—and just as aggressive coaching—are major fouls when it comes to kids playing sports.

Southbury SportsBeat: Sports-A-Palooza II

Great performances from area athletes and teams.

Southbury SportsBeat: I'm Amazed That ...

There have been some amazing performances this year.

Southbury SportsBeat: CT's Best

A national champion, player of the year, and a goalies quick start in the Stanley Cup Finals.

Southbury SportsBeat: Sports-a-Palooza

A look at some eye-popping performances from athletes and teams from the area.

Southbury SportsBeat: Great Theatre of Sports

Here's a quick-guide to notable postseason performances by area teams and athletes.

Southbury SportsBeat: Remember The True Patriots

Please remember Brian Bill and all those patriots who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.

Fishing Report: Large and Smallmouth Bass Jumping in Lillinonah

Get your Memorial Day Weekend fishing report right here.

Southbury SportsBeat: Lax All-Americans and More

Several players from the area earn All-American honors.

Southbury SportsBeat: Connecticut's Goalie

CT native Jonathan Quick helps the LA Kings reach the Stanley Cup Finals.

Southbury SportsBeat: 2012 Spring Sports Awards

Patch hands out its awards for the regular season.

Photo Gallery: SWC Track and Field Championship

High school teams, including Oxford, competed in the rain on Monday in Bethel.

Southbury SportsBeat: Things That Made Me Go, 'Wow!'

Shining the spotlight on awe-inspiring performances.

Southbury SportsBeat: Where Are They Now (II)?

Second installment of former great athletes from area and what they're doing now.

Southbury SportsBeat: My 6:37 A.M. Tee Time

A special tribute to my father who passed away four years ago.

Southbury SportsBeat: Where Are They Now?

First installment on former great athletes from our area and what they're doing in their second careers.

Local Women Team Up to Win Daylong Relay Race

Group raises over $20,000 in nearly 180-mile relay race.

Southbury SportsBeat: Things I'm Thinking ...

I'm thinking about all the great accomplishments by players and teams from our southwestern CT Patch towns.

Southbury SportsBeat: Gunning for Lax Glory

Area players go after the NCAA Lacrosse championship.

Southbury SportsBeat: From CT to Stanley Cup?

Eyes of Connecticut are on Jonathan Quick as he tries to lead the LA Kings to the Stanley Cup.

Southbury SportsBeat: Down on the Farm

Matt Barnes of Bethel earns promotion with Red Sox and several other players from the area continue to make major gains in the minor leagues.

Fishing Report: Carp Jumping in Lillinonah, Trout at Southford Falls

Grab your rod and reel! DEEP has designated this Saturday a “Free Fishing Day” where no license is required to fish in CT waters.

CT Athletes Gear Up for 2012 London Olympics

The London 2012 Olympic Games opening ceremony will take place on Friday, July 27, 2012.

Southbury SportsBeat: NFL, Concussions and Death

Former NFL players from the area talk about Junior Seau's death and life after football.

Southbury SportsBeat: Most Dynamic Duos

The most dynamic duos who give opponents a double dose of trouble.

Southbury SportsBeat: Best Girls' Pitching Performances

Some of the best pitching performances by girls in Patch area.

Southbury SportsBeat: Top Pitching Performances

The top five pitching performances in the area — tell us if you agree or disagree in the comments.

Southbury SportsBeat: Our Top Triathletes, Part II

Patch looks at more of the top triathletes in the area.

Southbury SportsBeat: Scoring Machines II

Patch highlights the Top 10 girls lacrosse players from the area in goal scoring.

Southbury SportsBeat: Scoring Machines

Top 10 offensive lacrosse players in Patch area based on goals scored.

Southbury SportsBeat: Chasing Glory

Two hockey players from the area chase the Stanley Cup and several baseball players pursue dreams of playing Major League baseball.

Southbury SportsBeat: Top Triathletes

Triathlon season is here and Patch features some of best and most accomplished endurance athletes in the area.

Southbury SportsBeat: All-Name Team

The best and most colorful names for male athletes participating in spring sports around our Patch area.

Southbury SportsBeat: Bobby V on the Hot Seat

Bobby Valentine's friends weigh in on the Red Sox manager and his rough start.

Southbury SportsBeat: Boys' Honor Roll

Best performances by players in the Patch area over the last week.