Kid's Beat

Kids Pose For Photos With New York Islanders

Wednesday, 19 August 2009 13:39
By Kid's Beat reporter Lyle Cooperman Young hockey fans pose for photos with players Justin DiBenedetto and Joel Rechlicz at the New York Islanders store in the Broadway Mall in Hicksville. Our photographer was on hand to capture the moments and those big smiles.
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Jets Flight Crew Are All Smiles

Saturday, 15 August 2009 11:15

By Kid's Beat reporter Lyle Cooperman

The New York Jets Flight Crew were on hand at Hofstra University during the Green & White scrimmage. The girls greeted fans, posed for photos and signed copies of their swimsuit calendar. The Flight Crew also performed on the field prior to Jets practice. Here are photos of some of the lucky fans who posed with the girls.

Young Jets Fans Tell Us Who They Like Best

Friday, 14 August 2009 19:05

By Kid's Beat reporter Jonathan Kirby

Our Kids Beat reporter was out at Hofstra University for the New York Jets Green & White scrimmage and spoke to some young Jets fans to see who their favorite players are.

Kid's Beat Spotlight: Kia Vaughn

Monday, 10 August 2009 11:06

By Kid's Beat reporter Tara Collins

A graduate of Rutgers University, Kia recorded 68 and 40 career double-digit scoring and rebounding performances, respectively. She finished her collegiate career ranked second all-time in Scarlet Knight history for blocked shots (279) and rebounds (1,079). Kia is one of only four players in RU history to record more than 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in a career.

Life’s a Pitch

Sunday, 09 August 2009 12:50

By Kid's Beat reporter Anthony Pomes

It’s been another long day at the office—made longer by the hour-plus drive home on the Northern State Parkway. By the time I get home, I’m just looking for a cozy corner on the couch and some old Twilight Zone episodes. I feed the dogs, and then my wife and I follow our family’s tag team routine of cooking dinner (her) and cleaning dinner (me). I’ve just finished bringing the recyclable bins to the curb when I hear it: “Can we have a catch in the backyard?” The question is being asked by my twelve-year-old son.

Kid's Beat Spotlight: Eric “Broadway” Jones

Thursday, 16 April 2009 11:35

By Kid's Beat reporter Tara Collins

The Harlem Wizards are one of the greatest basketball show-team organizations to ever “lace it up and let ‘em fly.” Each event at which the Harlem Wizards performs offers a rare combination of individual athleticism, teamwork, entertainment and community involvement. It is pure enjoyment for every fan in attendance.