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
Youth Sports
Local youth leagues, registration info and opportunities for kids to get involved in sports around town.
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
Milford, MA|News|
International Athletes Headed To Milford For 'No Fame Games'
Celtic culture, traditional strength sports, live music and international competition will take center stage in Milford next month.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Annual Charity Golf Tournament Returns To Temecula June 19
The nonprofit organization was recognized last week by IEHP with their 2026 Inspire Award.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Westborough, MA|News|
Westborough Optimistic Lake Chauncy Will Be Fully Staffed With Lifeguards This Summer
Last summer marked the fourth consecutive season without lifeguards at the town's lake.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Basking Ridge To Host FIFA World Cup Fan Events After Earning NJ Grant
Bernards Township Officials announced Charter Day soccer activities, local watch parties and a June 13 Battle of Basking Ridge event.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Rockford, IL|Sponsored|
What Happens During The IceHogs' Offseason?
From a brand partner: From prospect camps to local programs, hockey stays active around Rockford during the summer months.
Marple Newtown, PA|News|
Rory McIlroy Calls Philadelphia 'A Wonderful Golfing City' After PGA Championship Practice In Newtown
The world's 2nd-ranked golfer, in town for the PGA Championship, weighed in on the course and local golf.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Three Lemont Student-Athletes Make College Commitments
Students include baseball player Cannon Madej, women’s wrestler Molly O’Connor and cheerleader Morgan Sadelski.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Rockford, IL|Sponsored|
Spring Into Sports: Where To Sign Up And Play In Rockford
From a brand partner: Local leagues and programs across Rockford are offering opportunities for all ages to get out and play this season.
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair HS Rowing Opens Season With Championship Dominance
The Montclair High School Rowing Team’s spring season is off to a strong start.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
McDonald's To Name Chicago Fire's New $750M Stadium In Landmark Deal
McDonald's Park, opening in 2028, will mark the fast food giant's first-ever naming rights partnership for a major pro sports stadium.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Emerald Freshman Wins BVAL Tennis Title In Team Sweep
Emerald High players captured the top three singles finishes at the league championships and advanced to NCS competition.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Here's What Events Will Take Place In Oakland Ahead Of The 2026 World Cup
The East Bay City was selected as one of several Bay Area cities for the "30 Days to Go" celebration ahead of the World Cup.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Senior Sara Abdelrahman Key Contributor In Multiple Roles For Oak Lawn Girls Badminton
Senior Sara Abdelrahman serves as an excellent role model for the underclassmen for Oak Lawn Community High School girls badminton.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
New Providence-Berkeley Heights, NJ|News|
New Providence's Most-Used Park Getting Inclusive Playground Renovation This July
The inclusive playground renovation breaks ground in July at the borough's most-used park facility.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Seniors Ready To Cue Up And Shoot Some Stick
Southington Calendar House members can compete in the Tony Longo 8-Ball Tournament later this week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington HS Athletics, Parking Upgrades On Hold After PZC Vote
Southington planners last week reviewed proposed tennis court and parking upgrades at Southington High School, ultimately tabling the issue.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
College Football Standout Returns To West Orange To Run Training Camp For HS Players
Saboor Karriem – a West Orange High School class of 2023 alum – spent the morning running drills with players.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Malden, MA|News|
Malden Catholic Hires New Girls Soccer Coach With Decorated Resume
The new coach takes over after Malden Catholic's first Division I state tournament run.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
NBA Legend To Be Honored At CT University's Graduation This Weekend
The former UHart star, NBA all-star, Olympic gold medalist, and championship coach will receive an honorary doctorate in Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Red Bank Awarded $50K Grant For World Cup Activation Series
The multi-location public event is scheduled to take place this summer in celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Montville, NJ|News|
Pickleball Comes To Montville: New Courts At Metro Tract Open Wednesday
Township officials will cut the ribbon at 6 p.m., May 13 at 179 Changebridge Rd.; details on court access to follow.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way East Celebrates Student-Athletes At Spring Signing Day
The athletes will play their respective sports at the collegiate level this fall.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Saint Xavier University Launches Women's Flag Football Program In Spring 2027, Taps Wade Bittner Head Coach
New head coach Wade Bittner is doing outreach recruitment for Saint Xavier University's inaugural women's flag football program in 2027.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
