Fiserv Forum to host two rounds of Big Dance The madness in March is hitting Milwaukee. Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks, will host two rounds of the NCAA basketball tournament this weekend. "Milwaukee's always been a great host, but since Fiserv Forum has opened, it's become a whole new level of experience with the student athletes of NCAA," said Sports … [Read more...] about Milwaukee prepares to host NCAA tournament games
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Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Former Milwaukee Bucks small forward Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 after suffering a medical emergency in Louisville, CT according to Al J. Schneider Company, which represents the Galt House, where Bridgeman was earlier in the day. Bridgeman, 71, was a former basketball star at the University of Louisville. It happened at the Galt House during the 45th … [Read more...] about Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Felix Mantilla, one of the few surviving members of Milwaukee’s only World Series championship, himself a champion of youth baseball in the city, died on Friday, January 10, 2025. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Felix Mantilla, an iconic figure in Milwaukee who was an inspiration to all of us in the Milwaukee baseball community,” the Brewers said in a … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers remembers the Braves’ Felix Mantilla
Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Gaulien ‘Gee’ Smith throw out first pitches at Milwaukee Brewers game
On Friday, September 27, 2024, Thanasis Antetokounmpo along with Gaulien "Gee" Smith, threw out two of the ceremonial first pitches at Friday’s Brewers game. Thanasis had never thrown a baseball before but the former Milwaukee Bucks forward and older brother of Giannis, finally got his first opportunity. And it came before thousands of people at American Family Field. Thanasis … [Read more...] about Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Gaulien ‘Gee’ Smith throw out first pitches at Milwaukee Brewers game
Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Jackson Chourio hit his 20th home run of the season against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, September 12, 2024, vaulting the 20-year-old Milwaukee Brewers Rookie into the esteemed '20-20 Club." Most eyes may be fixed on a handful of other standard rookies this season, but that hasn’t stopped Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Jackson Chourio from making history. The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers’ Jackson Chourio becomes youngest member of MLB’s ’20-20 Club’
Just in time
The month of September is here. The race for a seat in the White House has become intense and is creating a divide in the USA. Just as things in the USA are about to come to a boiling point, football season is here to create a much-needed diversion. Just like Superman flying in to save the day, football is here to save the minds of US citizens. The illogical statements made … [Read more...] about Just in time
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
On Sunday, August 18, 2024, the Milwaukee Brewers paid tribute to the 1923 Milwaukee Bears and the rich history of the Negro Leagues with the Annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game (NLTG). A pre-game ceremony honored the impact of the Negro Leagues with a meaningful “Pass the Bat” ceremony (top photo, from left) with Dennis Biddle, Larry Hisle, Blake Perkins and RBI Athlete Matthew … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate history and legacy of the Negro Leagues
Ryan Braun joins Brewers ‘Walk of Fame’
Ryan Braun, the Brewers all-time homerun leader, six-time All-Star, 2007 National League Rookie of the Year and 2011 National League Most Valuable Player (MVP), was inducted into the Brewers Walk of Fame, one of the Club’s highest honors, on Sunday, July 28, 2024, in a pre-game ceremony at American Family Field. Braun played his entire 14-year Major League career with the … [Read more...] about Ryan Braun joins Brewers ‘Walk of Fame’
Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
The Fellowship Open, one of the nation’s premiere corporate and community charity golf events for 24 consecutive years, announced its 2024 Legends Honorees – Milwaukee Brewers Associate Manager Rickie Weeks, and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach Vin Baker. Weeks was honored during the Brewers home stand at American Family Field on Monday, June 24, 2024. The popular and … [Read more...] about Fellowship Open celebrates with Brewers and Bucks citywide
Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies at age 93
Willie Mays, the iconic baseball legend whose remarkable career spanned 22 seasons, has died, the San Francisco Giants announced Tuesday, June 18, 2024. He was 93. Mays "passed away peacefully this afternoon," the Giants said in a statement. "All of Major League Baseball is in mourning today as we are gathered at the very ballpark where a career and a legacy like no … [Read more...] about Willie Mays, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, dies at age 93