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Brooklyn, NY : 2025 season opener for the Brooklyn Cyclones at Maimonides Park by Coney Island. Photo taken on April 4, 2025. Photo by Erica Price

Cyclones embrace challenges of hitting at Maimonides Park, look forward to Coney Island summer

By Miles Bolton

Jason Collins, center, is flanked by Barton Lee Jackson III to his left and Phyllis Mehalakes to his right.

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Jason Collins joins Nets’ Pride night and calls on sports world to ‘fight for equality’

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‘Just feels like home’: What the Brooklyn Cyclones mean to their fans

By Miles Bolton

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New York Liberty to open ‘player-led’ $80M practice facility in Greenpoint

By Kirstyn Brendlen

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Carmelo Anthony surprises youth basketball practice ahead of McDonald’s All American Games in Brooklyn

By Cooper Albers

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‘I feel free’: Bay Ridge man who lost his sight finds freedom in running marathons

By Lauren Rapp

AFC Divisional Playoffs: Baltimore Ravens v Buffalo Bills

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Love or Lombardi? NY fans choose glory over Cupid (and where to watch Super Bowl LIX)

By Lauren Rapp

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Middle Village Roller Hockey and Islanders team up for new youth hockey league in Brooklyn

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Winning the race? NYCRUNS renames its Brooklyn Half Marathon after Road Runners lawsuit

By Kirstyn Brendlen

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New York Mavericks bull riding team to move from Barclays Center to UBS Arena

By Kirstyn Brendlen

Some members of the Prospect Park Women's Softball League in the dugout at Prospect Park.

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Safe at home: Softball league builds camaraderie on and off the field at Prospect Park

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Optimum customers unable to watch NY sports teams amid dispute with MSG over fees

Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) attempts a pass against the Miami Dolphins during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium.

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Home-court advantage: Brooklyn Chamber to celebrate Liberty’s win and local business leaders at Winter Gala

By Jonathan Mak

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Reaching new heights: HAPIK climbing gym set to open at Industry City on Nov. 23

By Kirstyn Brendlen

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‘Run your own race’: Cam Thomas reflects on NBA stardom and second home in Brooklyn at film premiere

By Max Edelman

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New season, new swag: Nets’ new jerseys are a nod to Brooklyn and collaborator KAWS’ artistic legacy

By Jada Camille

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‘Heart you can’t teach’: Brooklyn boxer Sebastian Mazeneth fights his way to the top

By Jessica Ross

NY: 2024 TCS New York City Marathon

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‘A local love fest’: Brooklyn spirit fuels runners during 2024 TCS New York City Marathon

By Gabriele Holtermann

NYC Marathon runner embraces girl at finish line

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NYC MARATHON | Thousands cross the finish line and complete personal journey in the world’s greatest foot race

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