By PAUL GOTHAM Call it a case of father knows how to get the best. When Lachlan Charles needs hitting advice, the current Geneva Snow Cat and Cornell Big Red outfielder looks no further than to his dad. It's not that the elder Charles has spent time playing professional baseball, but Fran Charles has an inside track to tips from pro players. "No matter how many hitting … [Read more...] about Geneva’s Charles has inside track for hitting instruction
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Fornarola makes most of changed plans
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Tom Fornarola was two days removed from Spring Training when COVID-19 changed the sporting world's plans. Instead of calling balls and strikes at the minor-league level this season, the Rochester native has spent the summer umpiring games in the Interstate Collegiate Baseball League (ICBL). "This whole thing has definitely been very … [Read more...] about Fornarola makes most of changed plans
With transformed game, McCrea looks to take next step in career
By PAUL GOTHAM If Javon McCrea has anything to do with it, fans will need a double-take next time they see him on a basketball court. The former Newark High School and University at Buffalo star who dominated games from the post has worked on his perimeter game. With a pair of NBA workouts scheduled for the near future, McCrea will look to take the next step in his … [Read more...] about With transformed game, McCrea looks to take next step in career
Sloane’s Squad: Churchville-Chili Middle School student runs to honor late mother
By PAUL GOTHAM Sunday's forecast called for clouds with occasional rain. The sun made an appearance in North Chili at 10:30 a.m. Its rays came right on time to cast a spotlight on young Sloane Miller. Running in honor of her late mother, the Churchville-Chili middle school student completed her second 5K race. "I keep running to remember that I fundraise to help people who … [Read more...] about Sloane’s Squad: Churchville-Chili Middle School student runs to honor late mother
Canandaigua’s Cooper learning from experience of others during layoff
By PAUL GOTHAM Tanner Cooper needs to refine a pitch. Adam Scott wants to put in some extra work, and Logan Darnell has wisdom to share. Two former Canandaigua Braves and an ex-Rochester Red Wing are making the most of the situation as pro baseball is put on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic. "It’s easier to stay positive being able to work with guys like them," Cooper said … [Read more...] about Canandaigua’s Cooper learning from experience of others during layoff