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Boy Scouts Honor Business, Civic Leaders

June 29, 2012 – 4:38 pm

Troop 20 Scoutmaster Frank Maddalena (left) said he is proud of Boy Scouts Nicholas Maddalena, Michael Hagen and Samuel Witke (left to right).

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Bay Ridge — The motto of the Boy Scouts of America is, “Be prepared.” But on June 21, it was business and community leaders, not scouts, who had to be prepared. They had to be prepared to win awards!
The Brooklyn Council of the Boys Scouts of America honored five individuals and organizations for outstanding community service. The award ceremony took place at the council’s annual breakfast at the Bay Ridge Manor. read more »

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Relay for Life Raises Cancer Research Funds

June 29, 2012 – 4:17 pm

Bay Ridge — Hundreds of people gathered at the Fort Hamilton High School Athletic Field on June 23 to raise funds for cancer research, applaud the courage of cancer survivors, and lovingly remember family members and friends who have died from the dreaded disease.
The annual Relay for Life, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, brought dozens of teams to the athletic field track that day. read more »

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Wrestling Stars Throw Out First Pitch Tonight!

June 29, 2012 – 3:56 pm

TNA superstar A.J. Styles executes a “Phenomenal” aerial maneuver against “The Whole Show” Rob Van Dam. Photos courtesy of TNA Wrestling

By Rick Buttacavoli

Pro wrestling superstars “The Phenomenal” A.J. Styles and Rosita have participated in all types of matches inside the squared circle, but tonight, June 29, they will face a new challenge in front of thousands of screaming Brooklynites – throwing out the first pitch at MCU Park before the Brooklyn Cyclones take the field against the Aberdeen Iron Birds. The two stars will then sign autographs for fans during the game.
“I’m excited about it,” Styles told the Eagle during an exclusive interview this week. “It’s always a good time when I get there.”
Styles will be visiting Brooklyn for the third straight year as part of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling’s innovative “Basebrawl” tour, through which the company’s biggest stars perform at various minor league ballparks. The event provides plenty of opportunities for fans to interact with their favorite superstars, with special backstage passes and VIP ticket packages made available. read more »

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Brooklyn Blue Storm: Lightning Squad Ends Season 30-0

June 29, 2012 – 2:00 am

Blue Storm teammates John Parker, Ryan Rodriguez, Hugo Scully, Stefano Weber and J.J. Jimenez (left to right) are pictured on the field before a recent game. Photos courtesy of Melissa Palazzotto

By Matt DiGrigoli and Melissa Palazzotto

The Brooklyn Blue Storm 8U Lightning squad continued its magical season by going 3-0 this past week, with victories over the Bonnie Tigers (17-0 and 15-0) as well as Our Lady of Grace (12-2) to improve to 30-0 on the season.
Incredibly, the Blue Storm pitched two combined no-hitters against the Bonnies!
In the first game, pitchers Jonathan Larrea and Michael Sirota combined for the “no-no” in the 17-0 win, while Daniel Corona and Jakob Anderson provided the offense. Antonio DiGrigoli starred behind the plate, throwing out three runners. read more »

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DHAA: Mets Squeeze by Cards, 7-6, to Open Playoffs

June 29, 2012 – 1:28 am

By Peter McCarthy and Chris LaMonica

6/24/12 Results

7-8-Year-Old Division

METS 7 CARDINALS 6
The Knights’ 7-8-year-old teams began the playoffs this past Sunday as the Cardinals took on the Mets to see which team would advance to play the Dodgers in the semifinal round.
Giacomo Pollina took the mound for the Mets. Vincent Mazzara led off for the Cardinals and reached safely on an error. Paul Fasciano batted next and was hit by a pitch. Then William Tiederman hit a nice shot, but the runner was tagged out at third base. Justin Rosado came up and hit a double, driving in Fasciano to give Cardinals a 1-0 lead.
The Mets came right back in the bottom of the first when Vito Demonte singled to lead off the inning. Niko Geroulanos hit into a fielder’s choice and Marc Benvenuto was hit by a pitch.  Matt Degrazia singled in Geroulanos to tie the game at 1-1. read more »

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Beach Bum of the Week: Nicole Maldonado

June 29, 2012 – 1:10 am

Nicole Maldonado. Eagle photo by Jim Dolan

Nicole Maldonado, 22, is a recent graduate of Dowling College with a degree in elementary education. Going on her fourth season of dancing at MCU Park, she is the dance team’s captain. read more »

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Cyclones Ride Hot Streak to Early Division Lead

June 29, 2012 – 12:40 am

By Jim Dolan

After taking the first three games of the season from Staten Island, the Cyclones were roughed up in an 8-1 loss to the Yankees for their first loss. After several walks and passed balls led to a seven-run seventh inning, the Cyclones played their first version of “Alley Ball” this season, according to Manager Rich Donnelly.
Despite their early dominance in the opening series, the Cyclones were “humbled” by an opportunistic Yankees team that seized on Brooklyn’s erratic play. read more »

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‘Helping Hands’ Aid Fire Victims

June 26, 2012 – 11:17 am

Firefighters survey the damage to the 81st Street homes following the four-alarm fire that displaced several families, including business leaders Bob and Diana Howe. Photo by Richie Buttacavoli

By Paula Katinas

The Bay Ridge arts community is organizing two events to raise funds to assist the Howe family and other families displaced by the four-alarm fire that destroyed 81st Street homes last week.

Friends of the families have created a group called the Helping Hands Project to spearhead fundraising efforts, according to one member, who said the group members “don’t want our individual names mentioned.” read more »

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Beach Bum of the Week: Allison Sproat

June 23, 2012 – 12:43 pm

Allison Sproat. Eagle photo by Jim Dolan

Allison Sproat, 25, is the Beach Bums Dance Team coach. She is a graduate of Hofstra University who majored in dance and minored in community health. read more »

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Cyclones Beat Rival Yankees in Bittersweet 2012 Home Opener

June 23, 2012 – 12:37 pm

By Jim Dolan

Cyclones 2 Yankees 0
“Bittersweet” was the only way to describe the Cyclones’ home opener on Monday, June 18. The team’s one and only radio voice, Warner Fusselle, had just passed away from an unexpected heart attack the previous weekend. Entering his 35th year of broadcasting, Fusselle was all set to start his 12th season with the Cyclones last Thursday, as he prepared his notes and exchanged pleasantries with Ricky Viola in the video operations booth. read more »

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