Tag: sports
Ultimate frisbee group welcoming of all players in leagues, programs
The Columbia Ultimate Disc Association brings consistent ultimate frisbee to the area in a variety of ways.
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USC breaking ground in budding NIL landscape
NIL is still relatively new in the NCAA, but USC is a step ahead of everyone else in NIL programming.
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How the Fireflies are improving the fan experience at Segra Park
Baseball has a serious problem. Here’s how the Columbia Fireflies are looking to fix it.
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Local couple works to diversify the sport of tennis through rich history
Columbia natives Domino and Jackie Boulware started the DD&J Junior Tennis Foundation to bring tennis and educational programming to marginalized communities.
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Royals’ hometown kid turns dream into reality in Columbia
A 19-year-old catcher from Kansas City is living out his lifelong dream playing for the organization he grew up rooting for.
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Fireflies team president optimistic about young player’s development
Columbia Fireflies Team President Brad Shank assesses the young player’s performances and growth, following the 2022 season.
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River Bluff Gators hope strong turnaround holds through tough end-of-season schedule
After a disappointing season last year, the Gators started this season undefeated. Their next five opponents may change that.
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Richland 2 implements new rules after high school football fight
Harry Parone Stadium has been the home to Spring Valley High School football since 1970 (Photo by...
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Kansas City Royals provide Fireflies players with local housing
Major league team pays for Columbia Fireflies’ housing for the first time, ensuring the minor league team has lodging for the season.
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Fireflies begin offseason after missing playoffs for 6th straight year
Outfielders Levi Usher, Jean Ramirez and David Hollie stand for the national anthem prior to game....
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Minor leaguer Gavin Cross adjusting to life in Columbia
Columbia Fireflies outfielder Gavin Cross steps out of batter’s box in first inning. Photos...
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Former Gamecock’s foundation to put on charity game
DJ Swearinger and other former Gamecocks are participating in a charity basketball game Friday night to benefit Swearinger’s 2Spoonz Foundation.
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