Podcast Summary
Red Sox playoff hopes: Despite injuries and a disappointing loss to the Dodgers, the Red Sox remain in contention for a playoff spot with Trevor Story's potential return and Christian Arroyo's rehab assignment.
The Red Sox, who were considered a weak team at the beginning of the MLB season due to injuries, have surprised everyone by performing well and staying in contention for a playoff spot. However, their hopes took a blow in a disappointing loss to the Dodgers in Los Angeles, which came after a promising performance from pitcher Nick Pavetta in the All-Star Game. The Red Sox are now facing a tough weekend against the Dodgers, with Trevor Story hoping for a potential October return from shoulder surgery and second baseman Christian Arroyo starting a rehab assignment. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Guardians officially signed their top draft pick, Travis Bazzana, and Major League Baseball scores saw wins for the Pirates, Reds, Yankees, Tigers, Rockies, and Marlins.
Baseball, Golf: Upper Valley Nighthawks won in baseball, Shane Lowery led in golf; DJ Pachico, Michael Traumer, Cole Fellows, and Luca Reyes contributed to Nighthawks' victory; Thurston Lawrence, Justin Thomas making moves in golf; Open Championship underway at Royal Troon; Shadnedi Waddison leads in LPGA Tour; WNBA All-Stars face US national team; Kevin Durant practiced with US Olympic team
There were significant developments in both baseball and golf last night. In baseball, the Upper Valley Nighthawks secured an important 8-6 victory against the Keen Swap Bats, with key contributions from players like DJ Pachico, Michael Traumer, Cole Fellows, and Luca Reyes. Meanwhile, in golf, Shane Lowery maintained his composure to shoot a 69 at the Open Championship despite a challenging hole 11. Elsewhere, Thurston Lawrence and Justin Thomas are making moves up the leaderboard with impressive scores. In baseball, the Upper Valley Nighthawks are currently in the playoff spot, but most teams still have several games left in the regular season. In golf, the Open Championship is underway at Royal Troon in Scotland, with Shane Lowery leading at seven under par. The LPGA Tour is in Ohio, and Shadnedi Waddison has the lead at eleven under par. In basketball, the WNBA All-Stars will face off against the US national team today, with Cheryl Miller coaching the WNBA All-Stars. Kevin Durant practiced with the US Men's Olympic team for the first time in a while, a significant step towards his participation in the Paris Games.
Sports events and injuries: Several athletes including South Sudan soccer team, Caleb Williams, Upper Valley Nighthawks, Tyler Adams, and Bob Bafford are dealing with important events, preparations, and injuries in their respective sports.
Both the South Sudan soccer team and rookie quarterback Caleb Williams are gearing up for important upcoming events. The soccer team is preparing for the Olympic tournament, while Williams is getting ready for the NFL regular season with the Chicago Bears. Meanwhile, the Upper Valley Nighthawks are dealing with roster changes and trying to secure a playoff spot in their league. Elsewhere, Tyler Adams, a US national team midfielder, is recovering from back surgery and will miss a chunk of the MLS season. In the world of horse racing, trainer Bob Bafford has been allowed to resume racing his horses at Churchill Downs after serving a suspension for a failed drug test. The Nighthawks had a rough week, losing several players and dropping out of playoff contention, but they brought in some new talent and managed to secure a victory in their last game.
Upper Valley Nighthawks offensive performance: The Upper Valley Nighthawks showed resilience and strong offensive performance in a double-header against Dan Berry, scoring a total of 14 runs with just 12 hits and a grand slam from a newcomer, demonstrating their ability to adapt and perform under pressure.
The Upper Valley Nighthawks demonstrated resilience and strong offensive performance in their recent double-header against Dan Berry, securing a sweep despite challenges and cancellations. In the first game, they scored seven runs in the third inning with just three hits, thanks to D.J. Pachico's hit-by-pitch and a grand slam from a newcomer. The second game was closer but still ended in a 7-5 win, with six timely hits and two three-run rallies. Craig, a new recruit with a strong baseball background, made his debut and added to the team's offensive power. However, the Nighthawks struggled offensively the following day against the Manchester Manors, managing only three hits in a 5-1 loss. Despite this setback, the team's impressive performance in the double-header showcased their determination and ability to adapt to challenges.
Night Hawks' resilience: The Night Hawks showed strong team performance and resilience in overcoming an early deficit against Vermont, with key contributions from Pachico, Fellows, Crisman, Hooks, and Quagliotto, securing a win in the ninth inning. They have a busy week ahead, including potential playoff positioning games against division rivals.
The Night Hawks displayed resilience and strong team performance in their recent game against Vermont, with key contributions from several players, including Pachico, Cole Fellows, Trey Crisman, Blake Hooks, and Nick Quagliotto. The team overcame an early deficit, with Hooks securing the win in the ninth inning. The Night Hawks have a busy week ahead, with the All-Star Game, several upcoming games against division rivals, and a potential home stretch for playoff positioning. Additionally, the annual Twin State Lion's Cup high school soccer event is taking place today, featuring top seniors from New Hampshire and Vermont. The event, which has been ongoing for many years, is being held at Merriman Branch Field at Hanover High School, with coaches from both Hanover and Lebanon leading the squad.
Twin State Lions Cup soccer: Annual soccer event featuring high school all-stars from NH and VT, includes notable players, fundraiser for Lions Club charities, live-streamed on Facebook, longest-running HS soccer tradition, concludes with Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl football game
The Twin State Lions Cup soccer matchups between New Hampshire and Vermont feature high school all-stars from both states, including former players and coaches. The girls game starts at 4 pm and the boys game at 1 pm, both at Merriman Branch Field in Hanover, New Hampshire. Notable players include Bennett Hewitt, Nicholas Brill, Kieran Park, Shane, Tanner Drury, Amara Count Flowers, and Shaba Lake. The event is a fundraiser for Lions Club charities in Vermont and New Hampshire, and admission may be donation-only or have a charge. If unable to attend in person, the games will be live-streamed on the DPPG network via Facebook. The Twin State Lions Cup is one of the longest-running high school soccer traditions, with 49 years of competition, and many players go on to play college soccer. The event concludes with the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl football game in two weeks. Matt Trumbly of Hartford High School will coach the Vermont team.
College football for former high school players: Former high school football players often continue playing at the college level in club football, as demonstrated by Cole Jasmine leading George Mason University to league championships.
Former high school football players often continue playing the sport at the college level, even if it's not at a major Division I program. Matt's former quarterback, Cole Jasmine, is a great example of this, having led George Mason University to league championships and runner-up championships in club football. It's always exciting to see these athletes continue their football careers, and the New Hampshire Senior American Legion State Tournament is a great place to witness it. In the tournament, Lebanon Post-22 is off to a strong start, having won their first nine league games and securing the second seed out of District A. They faced Exeter in the second game of a quadruple header and emerged victorious with a 5-3 win. Next up for Post-22 is a challenging match against the top seed from District B, Portsmouth, which has been a strong contender in the tournament for several years. Meanwhile, Lebanon's juniors have a chance to make their state tournament by facing Nashua in a double header today, with the timing being ideal as three teams have already clinched bids. Regardless of the outcome, it's an excellent opportunity for these young athletes to gain valuable experience. The Upper Valley Nighthawks are also gearing up for a game against the Vermont Mountaineers tonight. Overall, there's plenty of exciting football and baseball happening in New Hampshire this weekend.
Governor's Cup competition: Upper Valley Nighthawks need to win 1-2 more games against their arch-rivals to secure the Governor's Cup for another year, with a total of 8 games in the series.
The Upper Valley Nighthawks baseball team is currently engaged in a fierce competition for the Governor's Cup against their arch-rivals. They have won three straight games against them and need to win just one or two more to secure the cup for another year. The team is playing a total of eight games in the series, with the defending champions currently holding the trophy. The Nighthawks are encouraging fans to come out and support them at Maxfield Sports Complex tonight as they aim to clinch the victory. The Governor's Cup is a long-standing tradition in the local baseball community, and winning it would be a significant achievement for the team. Tune in to WNCK and WUVR for updates on the series and to show your support for the Upper Valley Nighthawks.