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Notre Dame reportedly offers 2027 Delaware guard Jezelle “GG” Banks

This would be a nice get even if we’d have to wait a while.

[autotag]Hannah Hidalgo[/autotag] is coming off the best season any Notre Dame freshman has had. Given the Irish’s ability to successfully recruit top talent, it wouldn’t be shocking if someone tried to top being named a First Team All-American among other things. It could happen if the Irish get their way.

The Irish reportedly are among three schools who are the latest to extend on offer to Jezelle “GG” Banks, a 2027 guard from Ursuline Academy in Wilmington, Delaware:

Banks already has received offers from multiple prominent programs. That tends to happen when you’re named the Gatorade Delaware Girls Basketball Player of the Year. That also tends to happen when you average 22.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.4 steals a game as a freshman.

Hidalgo would be gone from the Irish by the time Banks arrived, so they wouldn’t get the opportunity to play each other. Still, it would be nice if Hidalgo knew she was leaving the program in good hands with Banks.

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Report: TCU’s Jameer Nelson Jr. had predraft workout with Thunder

Report: TCU’s Jameer Nelson Jr. had predraft workout with Thunder.

The calendar has flipped to June, which means NBA teams are intensifying their predraft process and hosting players for workouts and visits. The 2024 NBA draft will take place from June 26-27.

The Oklahoma City Thunder enter this year’s class with a sole draft pick of the No. 12 selection. OKC was gifted the free lottery pick via the Houston Rockets.

The Thunder will host several meetings with draft prospects in the coming weeks. This includes players outside the lottery range as OKC will likely seek to add undrafted free agents or even buy back into the second round if it likes someone enough.

One possibility is TCU’s Jameer Nelson Jr. He had a predraft workout with the Thunder on Sunday, per Rookie Wire. He’s the son of former NBA player Jameer Nelson.

The 22-year-old played in five college seasons from 2019-24. He spent his first two years at George Washington before going to Delaware for two campaigns. He concluded his collegiate career with a final year at TCU.

In 34 games last season, Nelson Jr. averaged 11.2 points on 43.4% shooting, 3.3 assists and 2.6 rebounds. He shot 30.6% from 3 on 3.2 attempts. At 6-foot-2, 205 pounds, he’s a bit undersized as a guard.

Nelson Jr. is a potential undrafted free agent target. He has a shot to join the Thunder’s summer league squad and possibly be added to the G League’s OKC Blue for next season if he impresses enough.

A full list of 2024 NBA draft prospects that have worked out or visited the Thunder in the predraft process can be viewed here.

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Over the weekend, Rutgers baseball swept the Blue Hens in a three game series

After defeating Delaware on Friday, Rutgers defeated the Blue Hens 27-13 on Saturday and 14-3 on Sunday to boost their record to 13-6.

It was a clean sweep for Rutgers baseball over the weekend, as the Scarlet Knights gained some momentum back with three straight wins over Delaware.

After defeating Delaware 15-10 on Friday, Rutgers baseball (13-6) defeated the Blue Hens (8-10) 27-13 on Saturday and 14-3 on Sunday to capture their fourth series victory in 2024.

Game One

On Friday, Rutgers baseball ended their four-game losing streak, defeating Delaware 15-10 in game one. With the game tied at 10-10 in the top of the eighth inning, Rutgers first baseman Ty Doucette produced a grand slam to secure the Scarlet Knights’ victory. Doucette was named the freshman of the week in the Big Ten Conference for his efforts last week. The Rutgers first baseman finished the week with three home runs and 11 RBIs.

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Game Two

On Saturday, the Scarlet Knights registered 29 hits, producing 27 runs in game two. The Scarlet Knights scored seven runs in three different innings to blow past the Blue Hens and their 29 hits were the most since they had 31 against Fairleigh Dickinson in 2004.

Rutgers pitcher Christian Coppola started the game on the mound for the Scarlet Knights as he picked up his third victory in 2024. He finished with five strikeouts throughout five innings, letting up two runs on three hits and six walks.

Game Three

On Sunday, Rutgers baseball lit up the scoreboard for the third straight day to cruise to a 14-3 victory over Delaware to finish the series sweep. The Scarlet Knights recorded 21 hits, producing 14 runs in game three. Rutgers used an eight-run sixth inning to capture their 13th victory in 2024.

Pitcher Zack Konstantinovsky got the nod for the Scarlet Knights, pitching four innings. Konstantinovsky allowed three runs on five hits, striking out four and walking three. Reliever Jake Marshall earned the win in relief, pitching three scoreless innings, capturing his first victory in 2024. Marshall allowed three hits while striking out three and walking one.

The Scarlet Knights return home on Tuesday as they host Rider University at Bainton Field with the first pitch coming at 3 PM.

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Ty Doucette’s grand slam lifted Rutgers baseball over Delaware in Game 1

On Friday, Rutgers baseball (11-6) ended their four-game losing streak, defeating Delaware (8-8) 15-10 in game one. 

On Friday, Rutgers baseball  ended their four-game losing streak, defeating Delaware 15-10 in game one. With the game tied at 10-10 in the top of the eighth inning, Rutgers first baseman Ty Doucette produced a grand slam to secure the Scarlet Knights’ victory.

With the win, Rutgers improves to 11-6 on the season.

The Blue Hens jumped out to an early lead in game one when they registered a SAC fly and a single to left field to grab an early 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.

The Scarlet Knights got on the board in the top of the second inning when Pete Durocher scored on a wild pitch to cut Delaware’s lead to one. In the bottom of the second, the Blue Hens added another run on the board when catcher Tyler Leach produced a solo blast to extend Delaware’s lead to 3-1.

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Rutgers’ bats came alive in the top of the third inning as they exploded for four runs to take the lead. Rutgers right fielder Trevor Cohen, third baseman Tony Santa Maria, and shortstop Josh Kuroda-Grauer recorded doubles as Doucette recorded a single down the left field line to give Rutgers a 5-3 lead.

After a scoreless bottom of the third for the Blue Hens, Rutgers added another run in the top of the fourth when Kuroda-Grauer singled to center field, scoring center fielder RJ Johnson Jr.

The Blue Hens came roaring back in the bottom of the fifth inning, scoring three runs to tie the game at 6-6. The Scarlet Knights grabbed the lead in the top of the sixth inning when Santa Maria homered to right field and Durocher produced a SAC fly to give Rutgers a 9-6 advantage. Delaware cut Rutgers’ lead to two in the bottom half when Leach registered his second home run.

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The Scarlet Knights extended the lead to three, but the Blue Hens tied the game in the bottom of the seventh inning with two home runs by Joey Loynd and Andrew Amato.

RU took control of the game in the eighth inning when Doucette recorded a grand slam to give the Scarlet Knights a four-run lead. The Rutgers first baseman logged five RBIs in game one with two hits throughout his five at-bats. The Scarlet Knights added another insurance run in the top of the ninth inning to secure their game-one victory.

Rutgers baseball returns to action on Saturday with the first pitch set at 2 PM in Newark, Delaware.

 

 

Patriots claim recently released Bears receiver on waivers

The Patriots claimed a receiver on waivers Tuesday.

It didn’t take the New England Patriots long to make a move after placing former receiver Jalen Hurd on the reserve/retirement list on Tuesday.

In a corresponding move, the Patriots announced they had claimed former Chicago Bears wideout Thyrick Pitts on waivers.

Pitts, a former collegiate standout at the University of Delaware, signed with the Bears as an undrafted rookie free agent back in May. He was released by the team on Monday and fell to the Patriots on waivers.

Standing at 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds, Pitts clearly has physical gifts that could benefit him on the field. But the Patriots’ receiving corps is deep, even without a true No. 1 wideout, and he’s going to have to work hard to carve out a spot.

He closed out his collegiate career with 172 total receptions for 2,429 yards and 23 touchdowns. His yards per reception average was 14.1 overall, which means he’s capable of pushing things beyond the sticks.

Of course, he’s yet to prove he can do it at the NFL level, and he’ll be practicing against a Patriots defense that would be a headache for any offense to go against.

It shouldn’t take long to find out where he stands on the Patriots’ roster.

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5 animals you can find at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Spot foxes, crabs, and more.

The natural world’s lush landscapes are home to a diverse collection of wild animals. See these curious critters for yourself by going on an animal-spotting adventure through Delaware’s Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

This approximately 15,000-acre habitat is located near Delaware Bay. Composed mostly of salt marshes and mudflats, the Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge provides crucial safe spaces for waterfowl, foxes, and other adorable critters. One of the refuge’s most interesting species is none other than the bald eagle. At the refuge, migratory birds can rest during their journey south for winter.

Learn more about the creatures that call the area home with this list of five animals you can spot at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.

Highlights of the Eagles 9 undrafted free agents

We’re collegiate highlights of the Philadelphia Eagles’ nine undrafted free agents.

The 2023 NFL draft has concluded, and after some key signings and tryout invites, the Eagles roster sits at 89 players ahead of Day 2 of the team’s rookie minicamp.

Howie Roseman has been open about previous undrafted free agent classes, with several big-named stars holding second-day draft grades.

Recent undrafted free agents who’ve had game action with Philadelphia include Reed Blankenship, Britain Covey, Josh Jobe, Corey Clement, Sua Opeta, Nate Herbig, Kayode Awosika, Joe Ostman, Jack Stoll, Brett Toth, Greg Ward, Marvin Wilson, T.J. Edwards, and future Hall of Famer Jason Peters, who originally signed with the Bills.

Here are highlights of the nine undrafted free agents.

What’s next for the Eagles following the 2023 NFL draft

What’s next for the Philadelphia Eagles following the 2023 NFL Draft

The 2023 NFL draft is in the books, but plenty of offseason action is still on the way for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Outside of the on-field action with rookie minicamp and organized team activities (OTAs), the NFL is also gearing up for its 2023 schedule release.

The Eagles welcomed seven newly drafted rookies to the roster, including defensive tackle Jalen Carter,  edge rusher Nolan Smith, offensive guard Tyler Steen, safety Sydney Brown, cornerback Kelee Ringo, quarterback Tanner McKee and defensive tackle Moro Ojomo.

Philadelphia also signed nine undrafted free agents.

Here’s a look at the Eagles’ upcoming 2023 off-season slate, including rookie minicamp, OTAs, and mandatory minicamp.

Highlights, takeaways from Eagles first rookie minicamp practice

We’re looking at some of the highlights and key takeaways from the Philadelphia Eagles’ first day of rookie minicamp

With the NFL draft and undrafted free agent signings now complete, the Eagles held their first day of rookie minicamps on Friday.

Philadelphia had seven draft picks, nine undrafted free agents, 19 official tryout participants, and a handful of selected veterans or second-year players at the NovaCare Complex for two days of sessions and drills.

With Saturday’s session set to begin, here are highlights and takeaways from Philadelphia’s first rookie minicamp.

Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during rookie minicamp

Philadelphia Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during the rookie minicamp

The Eagles started their rookie minicamp on Friday, as the seven-man draft class and nine undrafted free agent signees participated in their first NFL practice.

With Philadelphia wanting a full roster of attendees, GM Howie Roseman invited 19 players in for a tryout.

Current Eagles’ players on the minicamp roster include Mario Goodrich, Kennedy Brooks, Tristin McCollum, Noah Elliss, and Tyrese Robinson.