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Twin Valley Ice Hockey
Reading, Pennsylvania
Just five years ago, the Twin Valley Ice Hockey Club was formed on a small farm pond in Elverson. That year, 15 skaters laced up the boots and went on to capture its first of four consecutive Berks Scholastic Ice Hockey League (BSIHL) championships.
The club, which is recognized by the Twin Valley School District, the athletic department, and featured in the yearbook, is now 80 skaters strong. This... More 
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Berks County to the Pros... and Back
Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks County continues to add minor league sports franchises and as a sportscaster I say, the more the merrier. That’s not just because it gives me more games and events to report on. The teams also give former Berks County high school standouts a chance to continue to shine in their hometown. Every one of Reading’s four professional teams has had at least one local product player over the past... More
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Hot Stovers Heat Up Reading
Reading, Pennsylvania
Reading Hot Stovers is a group of gentleman who have a passion for America’s greatest past-time: baseball! They organized in 1961with the primary goal of awarding a player for their hard work.
Don Garl has been the association’s president since 1988. Garl and a group of 16 individuals get together on the first of the month to discuss high school and legion baseball as well as girls’ softball. The... More
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529 Plans: A College Savings Alternative
Reading, Pennsylvania
As higher education costs continue to soar, many parents find themselves faced with the nagging question, “Will I have enough money to pay for my child’s college education?” Although most people today are likely to agree that an investment in higher education usually reaps its rewards in higher long-term earnings—and, hopefully, greater job satisfaction—one key concern is how to choose a smart savings alternative. 529 plans are flexible investment options... More
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Winter Tailgating
Reading, Pennsylvania
Football season may be over, but HSSTM found some die-hard tailgaters enjoying food and fun before a basketball game. We thought we’d help you out by sharing a recipe from our friends at Lil’ Bevo’s BBQ (717-682-0960) that is certain to heat things up.
Grilled “Quick Kick” Hot Wings
FOR THE MARINADE:
1 c. (8 fl. oz.) cider vinegar
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
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A New Year's Resolution for Sports Fans
Reading, Pennsylvania
I’ve never been a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions. For the most part, I think they just make the gym a little more crowded during the month of January. There is one resolution however, that I am in favor of. It’s one that all high school sports fans can adopt. Let’s cheer, not jeer, in 2008!
The reason I love covering high school athletics is because in... More
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MRSA & Staph Related Bacteria
Reading, Pennsylvania
Why has MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) become so prevalent in our communities? Actually it has been gradually increasing in strength and numbers. This is due in part to our increasing use of antibiotics. In 2003 health and sports officials were warning schools and sports teams about this hard-to-treat skin infection that is now plaguing athletes. The National Federation of State High School Associations sent warnings to states about staph infection... More
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Hooray for the Holidays and Old Man Winter
Reading, Pennsylvania
Can’t Decide
Having trouble deciding what to get your high school student athlete for the holidays? HSSTM has you covered. We list some of the hottest items your student athlete may be looking for this season.
Video Games
Guitar Hero 3 “Legends of Rock” is the newest of the popular Guitar Hero series. New song lists feature the bands Pearl Jam, The Rolling Stones, and The Beastie Boys. The... More
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Prom Isn’t The Only Time To Dress Up
Reading, Pennsylvania
How many different ways have we seen today’s youth display their school spirit? I would have to say a plethora and a half. I’ve seen student vehicles decorated wheel to wheel with signs, streamers and window paint garnering their high school colors. It takes some planning along with a little creativity to have your school stand out against the rest. Here are a few tips, courtesy of some spirit-savvy veterans.... More
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Getting the Kids Involved in Saving for College
Reading, Pennsylvania
The World War II generation got a taste of higher education through the G.I. Bill and made it a point to supplement or pay their kids’ tuition. It was a struggle, but a far more manageable one than it is in this day and age. Figures from the University of Texas in 2005 showed that since the 1960s, the price of a public higher education has risen from about five... More
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ON THE ROAD TO RESPECT
Reading, Pennsylvania
The large schools in the Berks Inter-County League have long been the Rodney Dangerfield of Pennsylvania High School football. The teams haven’t gotten any respect. Last season Section One put itself on the District 3 and Pennsylvania High School football map. Four of the section’s seven teams reached the district playoffs and Blue Mountain made the Eastern Conference Field. Three of the four district qualifiers advanced out of the first... More
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