LEAVITTSBURG OH- LaBrae High School’s softball team is on a tear this season, and much of their success has been driven by the stellar play and humble leadership of sophomore standout Leah DeArmitt. Recently highlighted on the YSN Live podcast, DeArmitt discussed her pivotal role on a squad known for its unity, talent, and record-setting […]
LEAVITTSBURG OH- LaBrae High School’s softball team is on a tear this season, and much of their success has been driven by the stellar play and humble leadership of sophomore standout Leah DeArmitt. Recently highlighted on the YSN Live podcast, DeArmitt discussed her pivotal role on a squad known for its unity, talent, and record-setting plays.
DeArmitt made headlines last weekend after a jaw-dropping diving catch in the outfield—a play that quickly went viral on social media. Despite the excitement, DeArmitt downplayed the moment, crediting her coach’s last-minute adjustment and her focus on just making the catch. “My coach moved me in the pitch before, and then it got hit over my head, but I just wanted to make the catch,” she said modestly. The Vikings, propelled by strong pitching and collective effort, have pushed deep into the playoffs with DeArmitt contributing both in the circle and as a reliable outfielder. She credits the program’s family-like atmosphere: “We all just work together collectively, and our coaches do a great job of keeping everyone excited and together. I think that’s just really special to have.”
Although she admits to being a quieter presence, DeArmitt has naturally stepped into a leadership role, inspired by upperclassmen before her and eager to set an example for younger players in the Labrae community. Off the field, DeArmitt enjoys English and history classes and is contemplating a future as a teacher. With interests in both softball and volleyball—she plays both at high levels—she’s still weighing which sport she might pursue in college. For now, with a district championship on the line and an entire community behind her, DeArmitt remains focused on the game. “I’m just kind of proud to play sports here. We have great programs, great coaches, and it’s been really fun playing for us,” she said. As LaBrae chases more wins, one thing’s for sure: Leah DeArmitt’s poised leadership and highlight-worthy plays are helping to put Levittsburg softball on the map.
Basketball in the Barrio camp empowers El Paso youth
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Basketball in the Barrio, an annual summer camp in El Paso’s historic Segundo Barrio and Chamizal neighborhoods, kicked off its 33rd year today at the Armijo Recreation Center. The camp offers children a unique blend of basketball drills, leadership training, and cultural celebration. Steve Yellen, co-executive director of Basketball in […]
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Basketball in the Barrio, an annual summer camp in El Paso’s historic Segundo Barrio and Chamizal neighborhoods, kicked off its 33rd year today at the Armijo Recreation Center.
The camp offers children a unique blend of basketball drills, leadership training, and cultural celebration.
Steve Yellen, co-executive director of Basketball in the Barrio, emphasized the camp’s mission.
“We want to empower these kids through basketball and teach them about leadership and community,” Yellen said.
The camp continues to be a beacon of empowerment and cultural pride for the youth of El Paso.
Anna Yellen, Steve’s daughter and a volunteer at the camp, expressed her enthusiasm for the program. “It’s amazing to see how much the kids grow and learn each year,” she said.
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Golfers rally for youth with Type 1 Diabetes at benefit tournament
Pictured: The foursome of (l-r) Adam James, Charlie Marshall, Jeremy Meyer and Jeff Horner won the Eastern Shore Type 1 Diabetes Support Foundation golf tournament at the Eastern Shore Yacht & Country Club recently. By Bill Sterling Chad Muma, a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars, is proof that a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes does not […]
Pictured: The foursome of (l-r) Adam James, Charlie Marshall, Jeremy Meyer and Jeff Horner won the Eastern Shore Type 1 Diabetes Support Foundation golf tournament at the Eastern Shore Yacht & Country Club recently.
By Bill Sterling
Chad Muma, a linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars, is proof that a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes does not prevent you from leading an active life and accomplishing your goals.
The first raffle prize selected from a table full of some very nice donated items at a benefit golf tournament Friday at the Eastern Shore Yacht & Country Club was a football signed by Muma.
In all, 52 golfers turned out to raise funds for the Eastern Shore Type 1 Diabetes Support Foundation, based in Ocean City Md. and supporting youth with type 1 diabetes from the Bay Bridge in Annapolis to the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel in Kiptopeke.
Matt and Shannon Boggs of Onancock, parents of three, whose 10-year-old daughter Raelyn was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2022, staged the tournament with the help of the foundation. Shannon said hearing the news about their daughter “flipped our world.”
Corey and Katie Rimel, foundation board members who were on hand at the tournament helping in various ways, know the feeling of hearing that diagnosis. Their son, Eric, now 25, lives with type 1 diabetes.
“We’ve been in and out of way too many hospitals, said Katie.
“It’s a tough diagnosis for the parents and the child, but it’s manageable, and you can live an active life by paying attention to your body,” said Corey.
Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition. in which the pancreas makes little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone the body uses to allow sugar (glucose) to enter cells to produce energy. Although type 1 diabetes can produce complications and affect major organs in the body, Mary Tyler Moore, one of the better known personalities with type 1 diabetes, lived an active life until she was 80.
The Eastern Shore Type 1 Diabetes Support Foundation holds fundraisers like the golf tournament to send youth with type 1 diabetes to Camp Possibilities in Darlington, Md. Camp Possibilities educates their campers through dedicated support sessions that are informative, encouraging and fun. Raelyn Boggs attended last year and will be returning to camp the last week of July.
Katie Rimel said over the years the foundation has raised $175,000 to fully fund the $875 fee for Eastern Shore youth to attend Camp Possibilities. The foundation also awards scholarships to graduating seniors with type 1 diabetes.
Winning the tournament was the foursome of Adam James, Jeff Horner, Jamie Nalls and Charlie Marshall with a 56. In second place with a 56 by virtue of a tiebreaker, was the team of Tyler Ames, Brian McCullough, Ruddy Rose and Ryan Horner. Finishing third with a 59 was Thomas Heath, Lee Robbins, Will Carstens and Nick Lewis.
Ruddy Rose had the longest drive, and Charlie Marshall was closest to the pin with a shot five feet from the hole.
Ruddy Rose, right, won the longest drive competition in a golf tournament to support diabetes type 1 at the Eastern Shore Yacht & Country Club. At left is Matt Boggs, father of 10-year-old Raelyn, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes three years ago. Boggs and his wife Shannon have three children and live in Onancock.
Angels continue youth movement, call up 2B Christian Moore – KNBR
The Los Angeles Angels called up top prospect Christian Moore for the first time, adding the second baseman in advance of a three-game road series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. Outfielder Matthew Lugo already was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake, while right-hander Shaun Anderson was designated for assignment Friday to open a 40-man roster […]
The Los Angeles Angels called up top prospect Christian Moore for the first time, adding the second baseman in advance of a three-game road series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday.
Outfielder Matthew Lugo already was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake, while right-hander Shaun Anderson was designated for assignment Friday to open a 40-man roster spot. Right-hander Sam Bachman replaced Anderson on the active roster.
Moore, 22, was the eighth overall selection in last year’s draft out of Tennessee and was batting a combined .279 with five home runs and 32 RBIs in 54 games at Double- and Triple-A.
The Angels have been aggressive in calling up high college draft picks to the major leagues. Starting shortstop Zach Neto was drafted in the first round in 2022 and made his major league debut in April of 2023. Starting first baseman Nolan Schanuel was a first-round pick in 2023 and made his debut a month later.
Lugo, 24, made his debut May 9 and batted .238 with three home runs and six RBIs in 17 games.
Anderson, 30, had a 7.59 ERA in six relief appearances this season, while Bachman, 25, is up for the first time since 2023 when he went 1-2 with a 3.18 ERA in 11 relief appearances.
BREC kicks off event geared toward curbing crime in youth, cuts ribbon on park redevelopment
BATON ROUGE – On Friday, BREC kicked off Late Night Hype, a community event geared toward curbing crime in youth, and also cut the ribbon on Howell Community Park’s redevelopment. “These parents and kids need to have a place where they can go and enjoy the coolness of the pool during the summertime, the playground, […]
BATON ROUGE – On Friday, BREC kicked off Late Night Hype, a community event geared toward curbing crime in youth, and also cut the ribbon on Howell Community Park’s redevelopment.
“These parents and kids need to have a place where they can go and enjoy the coolness of the pool during the summertime, the playground, the tennis courts, all that Howell park offers,” Interim BREC Superintendent Janet Simmons said.
The new site was designed with flood and rain events in mind with a new pond, rain gardens and native plants being just a few of the measures to help with stormwater management. The original community center was ruined by a flood in 2016.
Friday also marked the start of Late Night Hype, a summer event series geared toward youth with games, food and rides. Simmons said more children and teens will want to come to Howell Park which she said would keep them out of trouble and may help reduce crime.
“One of the biggest problems with kids, no matter the socioeconomic class you’re in, is idle time,” she said.
Families said they are grateful for the event.
“It helps a lot, it helps keep kids out of the streets. You know? Keep them around kids they age instead of other people,” event goer Elijah Hughes said.
The next Late Night Hype is scheduled for June 20.
Registration Underway for YMCA Summer Soccer Program
CLARION, Pa. – The Clarion County YMCA is gearing up for a new season of Summer Soccer for youth. Kids from Clarion County and beyond are invited to join the program to build a solid foundation for team sports and learn soccer skills. YMCA Summer Soccer is a participation-based program for boys and girls in […]
CLARION, Pa. – The Clarion County YMCA is gearing up for a new season of Summer Soccer for youth. Kids from Clarion County and beyond are invited to join the program to build a solid foundation for team sports and learn soccer skills.
YMCA Summer Soccer is a participation-based program for boys and girls in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade (for the 2025-2026 school year)!
The YMCA program focuses on learning the fundamentals of soccer while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship. Volunteer coaches lead practices, and games are held every Saturday at the YMCA Sports Field on Mayfield Road.
The YMCA has revamped the program for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten, ages 4 to 6, with a YMCA staff-led clinic-style program! This new structure is designed to improve their skills and knowledge of the game through drills, objective-based games, and scrimmages.
The program is led by Clarion County YMCA Associate Director, Max Krepps. Krepps has a background in Youth Sports, having served as the Youth Director at the Oil City YMCA for nine years.
Pre-K & K Division (Ages 4-6)
Meet on Mondays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. starting June 23rd
1st & 2nd Grade Division
Practices during the week to be determined by the coaches
Games at 9:00 a.m. on Saturdays, Starting July 12th
3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Division
Practices during the week to be determined by the coaches
Games at 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays, starting July 12th
Register for YMCA Summer Soccer by June 19th at 5:00 p.m. to guarantee a team t-shirt! Teams will be created on June 20th, and parents will receive an email with team information, practice times, and schedules.
Registration is available ONLINE or by calling 814-764-3400.
Parents can also stop by the YMCA, located at 499 Mayfield Road in Clarion, to enroll their children.
