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Rockland’s Drew Fortescue Drafted by the New York Rangers

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The Rangers traded the 2023 NHL Draft and a 2024 seventh-rounder to Pittsburgh in order to leapfrog the Penguins just one spot and draft Drew Fortescue.

The 6-foot-2 defenseman from Pearl River, NY is the second United States National Team Development Program product the Blueshirts have drafted in the last 24 hours in Nashville Tenn., after the club selected right winger Gabriel Perreault with the No. 23 pick in the first round on Wednesday.

Fortescue and Perreault helped Team USA win a gold medal at the IIHF World U18 Championship at the end of April. Both players are also committed to playing in the NCAA at Boston College next season. Fortescue, who is from Pearl River, New York, is a left-handed shot and is defensive-minded.

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NoCo Joe’s Crew Member Logan to Represent New York at 2026 Patriot Games

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A member of the NoCo Joe’s crew, Logan, has been selected as New York State’s male representative for the 2026 Patriot Games.

The event brings together some of the nation’s top high school athletes for a competition focused on strength, athleticism, teamwork and determination. Logan will compete alongside student-athletes from across the country as he represents New York.

The NoCo Joe’s BBQ Sports Bar will host a viewing event on Thursday, August 13, beginning at 9 p.m. The Patriot Games will be streamed on the restaurant’s big screens, giving members of the community an opportunity to watch Logan compete and show their support.

Guests are invited to attend, enjoy food and drinks, and support Logan as he represents New York State on the national stage.

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Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History With 45-Point Masterpiece, Joins Elite Company

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Caitlin Clark delivered one of the greatest individual performances in basketball history Friday night, pouring in a career-high 45 points to lead the Indiana Fever to a thrilling 110-107 victory over the Seattle Storm while rewriting the WNBA record books.

Clark didn’t just have a career night—she made history.

The Fever superstar added 10 assists, four steals and two blocks, becoming the first player in WNBA history to record a 40-point, 10-assist game. Her 45 points also set a new Indiana Fever franchise record.

The performance becomes even more remarkable considering Clark accomplished the feat while playing just 29 minutes as she continues to return from a back injury and was still on a managed minutes restriction. She shot 11-of-18 from the field, including 6-of-10 from three-point range, and sealed the win with a clutch late three-pointer and four free throws in the closing seconds.

Clark also became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 200 career three-pointers, accomplishing the milestone in just 74 games, breaking the previous record of 81 games.

Her historic stat line also places her alongside some of basketball’s biggest names. According to widely shared statistical research, Clark is one of only five players in NBA/WNBA history to record at least 45 points, 10 assists, four steals and two blocks in a single game. The others are Michael Jordan, Dwyane Wade, Luka Dončić, and Cade Cunningham.

For many basketball fans, Friday night’s performance was another reminder that Clark is already reshaping the WNBA record book just two seasons into her professional career. From becoming the league’s first player to post a 40-point, 10-assist game to reaching 200 three-pointers faster than anyone before her, the Fever guard continues to accomplish feats that place her among the sport’s all-time greats.

Photo courtesy the Indiana Fever

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