Mike Smith

Today, @Rye_Boys_Soccer won the Class A Section 1 title with an electric 8-3 win over Ardsley. Kaden Zion had a hat trick to lead the Garnets, who are celebrating their first Section 1 title since 2019.

This afternoon, @RyeAthletics girls soccer took home the Section 1 title, downing Somers 4-2 to keep the season alive. Rye goals from Charlotte Keenan, Shira Rand and Mary Sack. Now off to Lakeland for the Class A Field Hockey Championships.

Today, @RyeAthletics picked up its 50th win in "The Game", topping Harrison 24-0 behind two TDs from Chris Iuliano. Asked what it meant to beat the Huskies after the recent history of The Game, Iuliano grinned. "We lost to them the last two years," he said. "I owed 'em one."

@erapay5 @lohudsports @Dave_Rivera @JoshThomson22 You will be missed, Eugene. I definitely enjoyed sharing the sidelines with you!

Today is my last day at @lohudsports. Major thank you to @Dave_Rivera & @JoshThomson22 giving me my first full-time shot. I've gotten to meet so many great people and learn a lot along the way. Thank you to anyone who took the time to read anything I wrote.

There you have it, @EastchesterBB is your Section 1 champion! The Eagles knock off Fox Lane today, erupting for six runs in the top of the first and holding on for a 6-4 win. It's more than fitting that Eastchester claims the Dom Cecere Trophy.

Congratulations to @TuckahoeTiger girls basketball as the Tigers topped Hamilton 47-41 to win the school's third straight Section 1 title.

Another great night in the books as @EastchesterBB hosts their Annual Pasta Dinner. Excellent food, community & fundraising! Thank you to all the volunteers that make this night special! 🔴⚪️🔵🦅⚾️ @ufsdeastchester @LiveMike_Sports @puccini_thomas #EAGLENATION #WeAre

History made by @eagles_cheer914 advancing to GAMEDAY FINALS!! Also moving to semis in the Traditional competition! Let’s GO 🔴⚪️🔵🦅📣 @ufsdeastchester @LiveMike_Sports @puccini_thomas @lohudsports @UCAupdates #EAGLENATION #WeAre

Stella Perini notched her 1,000th career point tonight in @htown_huskies W over Mt. Vernon. She needed 13 and finished with 19 total "My dad always kept my point totals, I never wanted to know," said Perini. "Two games ago, Kail told me I had only 25 left so it became real."

@KDJmedia1 So sorry for your loss, Kevin. That is beautiful tribute to your father.

This is my favorite picture of my father and I. It’s from 3 years ago, in his favorite place (Cancun, Mexico) on his 71st birthday. As you can see, the man had great hair and loved a good vacation shirt. Early yesterday morning, Kevin Devaney Sr. passed away after months of health complications. He was 74. While I never imagined I’d ever feel ready to let go, it was his time. He was struggling badly, especially in the final few days. We all got to see him and say our own goodbyes. He’s in a better place now. My mother and my two sisters are at peace. Very few really knew my dad. I used to think that he and I were nothing alike. He had almost no interest in sports. He didn’t play golf. He didn’t have Facebook or Twitter. He was quiet and rarely social. He kept an extremely low profile and a tight circle. My mother was his best friend. Maybe even, his only friend. But as I’ve gotten older, I realized how similar we truly are. I learned to appreciate those qualities. I’ve never known anyone who worked harder, was more loyal and trusting, or cared more about providing for the people he loved. He was honest. He was genuine. He loved to tell a good story. The only thing he ever bragged about was his kids. All of the things I ever want to be in life, my father was. He was, and always will be, my idol. Here’s the greatest thing I can tell you about my dad: My parents 57 years ago today. They left home at 18 years old with almost no money to their name. As people did in the 1960s, they started off for San Francisco to begin a life together. At 23, they had their first child, my sister Karen. During delivery, there were complications and she was soon diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. Doctors told my parents that Karen would never be normal. She had severe brain damage and physical disabilities. My dad didn’t blink. He decided then to not only devote his whole existence to caring for and protecting Karen — knowing he would face the unimaginable challenges of parenting a child with disabilities — he wanted to build a family around her. Soon, my sister Erin and I came along. We learned young about sacrifice and feeling grateful for everything in life. My mother spoiled us. She still does. But my dad’s main focus in life, 51 years later up until the moment he died, was always on my sister Karen. My dad built a successful business. He moved us from a cramped two-bedroom apartment and into a house we dreamed about. He took us on vacations, gave us unforgettable Christmas mornings, got us cars when we turned 16 and put us through college. He always ensured my mom got all the credit. As the son of Irish immigrants, he was the American Dream. We never wanted for anything. He sacrificed to provide an amazing life for us and asked for absolutely nothing in return. I’m 43 now and I believe my father taught me the keys to life: Love your wife. Love your children. And do whatever it takes for them. KDS never wanted attention for anything. But for one day, I’d like to give it to him. Nothing makes me prouder than looking at the “Jr” at the end of my name. I hope I made him proud, too. RIP Dad.

@sportwritertodd @ScarsInquirer So sorry to hear this, Todd. I consider it a privilege to have been on the teams you covered and then to work alongside you on the sidelines later in life. You've done a wonderful job serving your communities and I'm sure you'll knock it out of the park in your next venture.

Devastated to say I was laid off from @ScarsInquirer Monday. Spent my entire adulthood covering Scarsdale/Edgemont in a variety of ways. So many memorable stories/people/events the last 24 years. It saddens me to think about the stories I won't be telling this week and beyond.

Today, @mhsvarsitysport celebrated the accomplishments of the 2023 State Champion Field Hockey team with a special ring ceremony/brunch in the Palmer Gym. This historic group went undefeated (22-0-1) en route to capturing the program's fourth state title. Congrats to the Tigers!

@KDJmedia1 @CoachAguilar @RyeAthletics @RyeGarnetsHoops @locallivenet Unreal atmosphere tonight!

The Jake Kessner 3 to force OT for @RyeAthletics @RyeGarnetsHoops - via the @locallivenet broadcast:

Rye put the finishing touches on a brilliant season today, beating Maine-Endwell 28-7 to claim the New York State Class B title. Quick 3 hour drive home, and then I’ll start on the photos from today! What a day for @RyeAthletics !!!

With a 24-10 win over RCS, @RyeAthletics has earned a trip to the Dome! Photos will be up later

Rye’s earned redemption—and the Class B title—with a 35-21 win over Pleasantville tonight. Big day for @RyeAthletics

Bronxville @BronxvilleFB edges Westlake 13-7 to win the Section 1 Class C title. Photos up later, right now we’re counting down to the Class B tilt between Pleasantville and Rye.

CHAMPS! @SecOneAthletics @NYSPHSAA @lohudsports @erapay5 @rayteodora1 @JoshThomson22 @LiveMike_Sports #EAGLENATION #WeAre

There’s still time to vote for Michelle Tiso for the ‘Heart of a Giant’ Award! eastchesterreview.com/lead-stories/m…

Michelle Tiso from @Eagle___Nation has been Nominated for USA Football’s “Heart of a Giant” Award! The program shines a light on HS student-athletes who demonstrate a relentless work ethic and unmatched love for the game. Go to usafootball.com/hoagvote and vote for Michelle!