Lacrosse Teams Battle to Support Suicide Prevention The Stoney Creek High School Lacrosse Team is holding their inaugural fundraiser for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) during the March 29 game against Rochester Adams. The game will be played in honor of Andy McGill, Class of 2016. The goal is to increase the awareness of suicide and the means of suicide prevention. It will also spread the excitement of this high energy sport that Andy loved. All proceeds from this … [Read more...]
Adams and Stoney Creek Lacrosse teams Battle to Support Suicide Prevention
March 9, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Hope College Recruits Avondale Senior
February 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Avondale High School Lady Jacket signed by Hope College Avondale High School senior, Alissa Smith knows the direction that she wants her life to take after high school and knows that she will be working hard to sustain the success that led to her recruitment by Hope College where she will play basketball on one of the best teams in the MIAA. “I love the feeling of accomplishing a challenge so I never shy away from anything,” said Smith who was recruited by Division I, II and III colleges. “I … [Read more...]
Adams Booster Club Hosts Comedy Night
January 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
The Adams Booster Club, in support of the athletic department, is hosting the 4th Annual Comedy Night fundraiser on Saturday, February 6th at 8:00 pm. Mike Bonner is the headliner and has performed nationally, including appearances on HBO, Showtime and BET. Mike hails from Detroit and his act focuses on the humor surrounding family life with his wife and three kids. Please join us for some mid-winter fun which will include door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and a rousing introduction and performance … [Read more...]
Dear Crabby, How do the NFL Teams get their Names?
November 26, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Dear Crabby, The Detroit Lions have never really been King of the Jungle; And it got me wondering, just how do the NFL teams get their names? Sincerely, Nick Namers Dear Mr. Namers, Ah, nicknames for the football teams. Well, I"m so old I actually remember how most of the football teams of the NFL (National Football League) got their names. Since many of you will be watching the game on Thanksgiving, let"s start with the Detroit Lions. So, the first part of the name of … [Read more...]
Falcons and Highlanders Compete for a Cause in the Crosstown Charity Bowl
October 6, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The 2015 Crosstown Charity Bowl football game will be hosted at the Adams High School stadium on Friday, October 16, at 7 p.m., pitting the Rochester Falcons against the Adams Highlanders. While many games remain on the respective schedules for the Adams and Rochester High School football teams, both squads are looking forward to their week eight matchup with much anticipation. The theme for the event is “Freedom is Not Free.” The Crosstown Charity Bowl is a charitable initiative focused on … [Read more...]
Sheriff PAL Program Collecting Sports Equipment
July 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Sheriff PAL Program Collecting New and Gently Used Sports Equipment at Sheriff's Office Substations The newly formed Sheriff PAL (Police Athletics League) Program is now accepting new and gently used sporting equipment for all sporting activities at many of the Oakland County Sheriff’s substations throughout Oakland County. Sheriff Bouchard is asking residents, schools, and businesses to go through their inventory of sports equipment, garages, or basements and consider donating sports … [Read more...]
World Cup Watch Party Scores Big
July 2, 2015 by Leave a Comment
FIFA Women's World Cup Watch Party Hosted by the City of Rochester Hills and Mayor Bryan K. Barnett, this is a first for the type of an event. It took place Tuesday evening at the RARA Indoor Soccer Field in Downtown Rochester. Magic Soccer provided a free soccer clinic and Oakland University's The Grizz was entertaining the kids and getting in a lot of photos. Food, drink and a large ten-foot-projection screen made watching the US Women's Team beat the … [Read more...]
NASCAR Driver Brad Keselowski Comes Home for a Spin
June 5, 2015 by Leave a Comment
In preparation for the Quicken Loans 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway (MIS) next weekend, Rochester Hills native and NASCAR driver Brad Keselowski headed to Detroit where he gave Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio a few pointers. Earlier in the day Keslowski dropped by the Lions' workout in Allen Park where he met with Lions coach Jim Caldwell and receiver Golden Tate. Read the full story on The Detroit Free Press. … [Read more...]
RSC Lightning Welcomes Two New Faces to Their Team
May 26, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Rochester Soccer Club (RSC) is excited to announce the addition of two new positions in their organization. According to the press release, the growth in all areas of the club, the addition of the new field complex, and a continued emphasis on improving all of their programs, this new RSC leadership team was formed. Jeff Shuk will continue in his role as RSC Director of Coaching. The two new positions -- RSC Technical Director - U7 - U13 and Business Manager & RSC Technical Director - … [Read more...]
Rochester College Signs New Hockey Recruit
May 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Defenseman Jacob Burford of Grand Island, NY has committed to play hockey for Rochester College in Rochester Hills, MI. Rochester College is in its third year as a college hockey program and the Warriors head coach Nick Tomczyk said he's impressed with Jacob's competitiveness and play making ability, along with his character and integrity. Read the full story on the East Niagara Post. … [Read more...]
