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Boston Globe
10 minutes ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
They came for a cause and put on a show: Highlighting 10 standout players from the A Shot For Life All-Star Game
It was fitting that Altman's final act as a high school basketball player came in his home gym at The Rivers School on Tuesday night. As he took the floor for the A Shot For Life boys' All-Star Game, he continued to honor Widett, who died of pancreatic cancer in 2015. Advertisement Altman, who will play at Pennsylvania alongside former Rivers teammate and fellow ASFL all-star Jay Jones, dazzled with a 24-point, 15-rebound, 12-assist triple-double in an action-packed, 175-170, triumph for Team White. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up 'Jay Jones and Ryan Altman, they've been so committed to it,' said Mike Slonina, CEO and founder of A Shot For Life, which support groundbreaking brain cancer research at Mass General Hospital. 'Their college stuff is already figured out. They're not going to get a recruiting bump from this. They don't have to be here. They're really good people that have been really loyal to this. I really appreciate them for that.' Brown-bound Belmont Hill star Isaiah Langham poured in a game-high 32 points, highlighted by an acrobatic windmill in the final minute to seal it. Advertisement Drew Kahn with the block, Zach Baum the slick behind-the-back pass and Michael D'Ambra the 3. Blue leads White, 48-43. Defense optional, talent plentiful — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) Kyle Benjamin, a former St. Andrew's (R.I.) catalyst, led Team Blue with 31 points. Noble & Greenough rising senior Zach Baum added 25 points and 10 rebounds. Quinn Costello, a rising senior at The Newman School who hails from Medford, notched 22 points and displayed impressive fluidity around the rim. Costello, a 6-foot-9-inch forward, is one of the fastest risers in the nation. He had 13 Division 1 offers entering the spring and now has 38 after breaking out at the Pangos All-American Camp and NBPA Top 100 camp. Rapid riser Quinn Costello of Medford delivers once again. Fluid, versatile and long and has a great feel for the game — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) Costello learned from former Celtics star Isaiah Thomas at the NBPA camp and continues to admire his competitive spirit up close. Costello, who started his career at BC High before transferring to Newman, takes pride in his Medford roots. 'Some people think it's overwhelming for me, but I wouldn't really say that,' Costello said. 'It's really awesome to see all my hard work finally pay off. It all kind of came at once, pretty quickly. I'm super grateful for all that's happening.' After 3Q: Blue 53, White 42 Elyse Ngenda is feeling it. She has 18 for Blue, including this 3 late in the third quarter — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) In the girls' game, which featured just a tad more defense, Team Blue rallied to outlast Team White, 62-54, in a competitive and well-played battle. Rising senior Elyse Ngenda of New Hampton School, the 2024-25 New Hampshire Gatorade Player of the Year, erupted for 23 points, and Medfield rising junior Naya Annigeri notched 11 for Blue. Olivia Fleming, a Lehigh-bound rising senior at Northfield Mount Hermon, dropped 20 and Merrimack-bound Archbishop Williams senior Jenna Mishou added 14 for White. Olivia Fleming rattles home a 3 for White, slicing Blue's lead to 55-52 with 3:18 remaining — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) 'We obviously emphasize having fun, but at the end of the day, we wanted to play defense and showcase our skills,' Ngenda said. 'That's what we came here to do.' Advertisement A comical moment came early, when former Medfield star Izzy Kittredge, who will play at Nobles next year, instinctively passed the ball to Annigeri. It was a perfect pass . . . to the wrong team. They shared a laugh. Medfield's Tess Baacke (right) played in memory of her mother, Tara, who died from cancer when Tess was 7 years old. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Their Medfield teammate, Tess Baacke, played with her late mother, Tara Baacke, in mind. Tara died of brain cancer in 2016, when Baacke was 7, making the ASFL mission hit home. Baacke thought of her mother before the game and continued to channel her competitive spirit. 'It felt like I was playing for something,' Baacke said. 'She would have wanted that. She played soccer in college, so she's super competitive. That's where I got it from.' Nice passing from Blue, extending its lead to 33-24 early in the half. Tic-tac-toe from Naya Annigeri to Molly Sisson to Brooke Nunnally-Gardner for two — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) 5 boys' standouts Xavier Abreu, Phillips Andover — Abreu has impressive speed and can get to the rim with ease. He's a blur in transition and can shoot it. Xavier Abreu splashes a 3 for Blue, then Nick Sangermano comes back with a dunk for White. 27-24 Blue early — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) Ryan Altman, Rivers — Altman has a movie-star personality and loves the limelight. He put on a show in his home gym. Quinn Costello, Newman — It's easy to see why Costello is one of the fastest risers in the nation. He glides around the court, has long strides, and a highly unique skill-set. Isaiah Langham, Belmont Hill — Langham has some serious hops and has a high-flying style that keeps fans entertained. Jackson Perri, Roxbury Latin — Perri was one of the smallest players on the floor, but he more than held his own and displayed a stellar 3-point stroke. Medfield's Naya Annigeri scored 11 points for Team Blue. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe 5 girls' standouts Naya Annigeri, Medfield — Annigeri will hoop against anyone, at any time, and quickly established herself as a go-to option. Olivia Fleming, Northfield Mount Hermon — Her 3-point shot is lethal, her passing ability is special, and her pizzazz as a point guard is felt throughout the gym. Advertisement I like Olivia Fleming's game. Always has her head up, plays with great pace and isn't afraid to let it fly. 18-17 White, mid-2Q — Trevor Hass (@TrevorHass) Jenna Mishou, Archbishop Williams — Mishou continues to make a name for herself as an active rim runner with great footwork. She's poised to be one of the MIAA's best players this winter. Elyse Ngenda, New Hampton — Ngenda has all the tools to become a Division 1 catalyst — speed, footwork, intelligence, a high IQ, and more. Molly Sisson, Northfield Mount Hermon — Sisson passes extremely well for her size (6-3) and has a unique feel for the game. The Rivers School's Ryan Altman (left) put up a triple double to help Timmy Bollin (right) and Team White to a win. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Phillips Andover's Xavier Abreu showed off his end-to-end speed. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe The Newman School's Quinn Costello has seen his recruiting profile skyrocket this summer. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Izzy Kittredge was one of three players from the March's state champion Medfield squad to play. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Cushing Academy's Jay Jones goes for the reverse. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Quinn Costello showed off his length with this hook shot. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe DJ Cassamajor of Brooks gets off his shot during the A Shot For Life All-Star Game. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Elyse Ngenda of New Hampton (left) led all scorers in the girls' game with 23 points. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe Trevor Hass can be reached at
Perth Now
12 minutes ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Magpie coach's date with destiny comes out of the Blue
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has met with Jack Silvagni as Carlton's favourite son moves closer to a once-unthinkable switch to the Blues' fiercest rivals. Third-generation Blue Silvagni appears likely to depart Carlton as a free agent at season's end, with the Magpies leading the race after their coach's "first date" with the defender. Asked if he'd met with Silvagni, McRae said: "Yeah I did. "And I'm confident to say we'll keep exploring what the best version of us looks like, and when there's free agents available we'll keep exploring those things." Asked if he felt Collingwood were a chance to get Silvagni, McRae stressed that was the role of list manager Justin Leppitsch and football boss Charlie Gardiner. "I just met with a young man and ... we had a first date to see if we like each other," McRae said. "Yeah, I could go on a second date with Jack." Collingwood have reportedly put a four-year deal in front of Silvagni, 27, who has shone as a key back this year on his return from an ACL tear, but is currently sidelined with a groin injury, He is the son of Blues great Stephen Silvagni, who played 312 games for Carlton, and the grandson of Sergio Silvagni, who made 239 appearances for the club. Jack has played 128 times for Carlton since he was selected as a father-son draft pick in 2015, and his departure would be a hammer blow to the Blues faithful. Collingwood are keen to build their defensive depth, after Nathan Murphy's concussion-forced retirement last year was compounded by Reef McInnes suffering an ACL tear early this season. Dan McStay has been training as a defender while Billy Frampton is in contention to return, with Jeremy Howe still injured. Skipper Darcy Moore (back) didn't train on Wednesday, but McRae said he "should be fine" to face reigning premiers Brisbane on Saturday at the MCG, while Scott Pendlebury is set to return. Collingwood are weighing up whether to bring back Bobby Hill, who kicked three goals in the VFL in his return from personal leave, and Jordan De Goey, who had 19 disposals on limited minutes. "In the ideal world, they probably do both need a little bit more (match minutes)," McRae said. "But we just weigh up what the team needs this week, and then what's best for those guys longer-term. "Are they fit and available to perform at a level that we'd like this week?"
News18
an hour ago
- Automotive
- News18
2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Breaks Cover, Here's What You Need To Know
Last Updated: The popular tourer returns with bold new shades but keeps its tried-and-tested engine and design. Kawasaki has unveiled the 2026 edition of its much-loved adventure tourer – the Versys 650. While the design remains familiar, the new model gets a splash of colour with three fresh paint options: Blue, Red, and Green. These additions bring a modern twist to the bike's well-known silhouette without straying too far from its original character, as per Team Bhp. Engine Specifications Underneath the new colours, the Versys 650 remains mechanically unchanged. It continues to draw power from the reliable 649cc, liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that delivers 66 BHP and 61 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a smooth 6-speed gearbox. Features The Versys 650 retains its rugged touring appeal with practical features like dual LED headlamps, a sporty short beak, and a comfortable stepped seat for both rider and pillion. The bike's suspension setup includes an upside-down front fork and a mono-shock at the rear – perfect for absorbing bumps on rough terrain. Braking duties are handled by dual front discs and a single rear disc. When is it coming to India? The updated Versys 650 is expected to make its way to India by the end of this year. With no change in performance but a fresh visual appeal, it's likely to attract riders who love touring but also want to stand out. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mail
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Bonnie Blue Story takes shock content to a depressing new level, writes CLAUDIA CONNELL. Even more worryingly, this documentary just doesn't ring true…
I've watched some depressingly grim content from Channel 4 in recent months. There was Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, showing couples checking in to a swinger's retreat to 'test' their relationships. More recently came Virgin Island, where a group of shy virgins were deflowered by sex surrogates. Naturally, both were dressed up as important social experiments. But the documentary 1000 Men and Me takes the broadcaster's shock content to a depressing new level. So disturbing is it to witness the behind-the-scenes story of porn star Bonnie Blue - and her desire to become rich and famous by being violated in the most humiliating way imaginable - that as the viewer you come away feeling tainted and grubby. Filmed over six months the documentary follows Blue, 26, real name Tia Billinger, in the build-up to her sickening 1000 man sex stunt, and the fallout that follows. From the opening scenes to the very end, Blue is adamant that she enjoys what she does and that her work is 'empowering'. Most viewers, like me, will find the first claim unconvincing and the second laughably ridiculous. She tells the documentary director Victoria Silver that her sexual antics make her no different to an endurance athlete – she is merely pushing her body to extremes. But rather that train for years to run a marathon, win a medal and be the source of national pride, her endurance involves sleeping with strangers. Her niche as a porn star is having sex with ordinary Joes – 'relatable' guys with beer guts and performance issues. These 'dads, husbands, students and barely legal teens' are invited to avail themselves of her body free of charge as long as they consent to her monetising the content via the video sharing platform OnlyFans. Viewers get to see some of these 1000 men in bleak footage where, dressed in just their socks, they're shown queuing on the stairs for the chance to have 40 seconds of sex with Blue. But things went wrong earlier this year when OnlyFans refused to host Blue's 1000 men stunt, then booted her off the site altogether. Director Silver narrates the programme and her reasons for making it are perfectly valid. She was concerned that her 15 year old daughter knew who Bonnie Blue was having watched some of the 200-a-day (non-porn) videos she releases across social media. Blue has been accused of preying on young people, but she is never properly tackled on the issue in the film. Instead, she's simply allowed to wriggle off the hook by claiming that what kids watch online is down to the parents, not her. The documentary makes a lame attempt at injecting morality, courtesy of a series of pop ups showing various social media pundits expressing their outrage. But it's hollow and meaningless when so much of the film is dedicated to showing unnecessarily explicit footage of Blue's work. Throughout, her message to appalled feminists is 'you fought for women's rights, for us to have control our body and be empowered by that and I'm living by that'. Possibly one of the most upsetting scenes comes after she completes a 100-man orgy with male porn performers, where we see her being treated roughly and slapped. Her videographer Josh says, 'she basically got beat up for a few hours'. I wanted to hear how Blue could explain that away as being 'empowering', but the documentary didn't go there. Blue is clearly intelligent and since she says she earned £2million a month from her content, you can't deny her business acumen either. Yet she is also curiously vacant and detached when talking about her work. There's nothing behind her eyes as she speaks in a monotone about how she loves to 'rage bait' women by suggesting their husband would rather have sex with her. Viewers get to see some of these 1000 men in bleak footage where, dressed in just their socks, they're shown queuing on the stairs for the chance to have 40 seconds of sex with Blue Everyone featured (including her mother who, astonishingly, is on her daughter's payroll) is at pains to point out that Blue is in control, she's not abused, not traumatised and not in need of therapy. It doesn't ring true. Blue reveals she was sexually active at 13 and 'probably looking at porn' prior to that. We learn that her now ex-husband Ollie – who was in no way her pimp, she says – first encouraged her into the adult entertainment world. None of this is normal but it's brushed over. Instead, the footage of Blue being slapped and used by dozens of men is interspersed with shots of her doing jigsaws and making mosaics, all clumsily contrived to show her 'wholesome' side. Not only did I come away feeling grubby, I got the distinct feeling there's another Bonnie Blue documentary to be made – a far more truthful one that we'll probably only see in five years' time when the appetite for her content has ceased - and true toll of her 'work' is finally revealed. 1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue story is available on Channel 4.
CBS News
4 hours ago
- CBS News
Body of missing Ohio man found at West Virginia park
The body of a missing Canton, Ohio, man was found in Mountwood Park in West Virginia over the weekend. In a post on Facebook, the Wood County Sheriff's Office said Chad Polen's body was found in the area of Mountwood Park on Sunday. The 48-year-old man had been missing since June 19. No foul play is suspected, law enforcement said in the Facebook post. The sheriff's office said in a Facebook post from July 1 that Polen's vehicle was found in Mountwood Park's volleyball area. The vehicle, a Blue Honda Accord with an Ohio registration plate, had been abandoned for days. "We would like to thank all the search teams, local volunteer fire agencies, volunteers, and the Natural Resources Police for the hard work and organization that led to his recovery," the Wood County Sheriff's Office said in Sunday's Facebook post. "We want to express our sincere condolences to Mr. Polen's family." The West Virginia Natural Resources Police and search teams from West Virginia and Ohio participated in Sunday's search, authorities said.
