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New-look Majors off to strong start
Around the Diamond: Kaiden Cardoso’s bat turning heads early; Payano’s performance crucial in ‘24; Is Travis Keys pleasant surprise on mound?; de Oleo picks up where he left off. Our latest news & notes
‘The Chicken’ celebrates 50 years
London-born Ted Giannoulas pioneered the on-field mascot. The ‘class clown’ from the Forest City became the sports world’s most recognizable performer: The Chicken. This spring marks 50 years since he first put on the suit.
Can Lightning regain top spot during home swing?
Around the Perimeter: London opens March tied for second in BSL standings; Defense looking better in last two games; First look at Newfoundland Rogues; Promising debut for Tisdale; Six straight at Bud Gardens
First-place Lightning look to snap mini-skid
Two straight losses, a week apart, have Lightning looking for answers; Millinghaus continues to score — off the bench; Free-throw shooting holding Lightning back; This week: TBL’s Pharaohs, then a showdown in Sudbury
Shadell a survivor — on and off the court
His on-court energy — and jubilance — is infectious. It’s real, but it’s only part of Shadell Millinghaus. He’s also a survivor, with mental scars from past trauma and depression. Faith, family and basketball have gotten him through.
Jenkins did it all — including balling with Globetrotters
Hall-of-Fame pitcher Fergie Jenkins, who played two seasons with the London Majors post-retirement, did it all during his athletic career. One of his highlights? Playing for the Harlem Globetrotters.
Lightning top TBL, take first Windsor rematch
Seven straight wins have London Lightning looking good; Team-wide double digit feat a franchise first; Recalculating Plumb’s win count; How do London’s stats stack up? It’s Tri-State & Montreal this weekend
White, the storied vet, just wants to win
Billy White achieved pretty much every individual accomplishment in the NBLC. A surprise addition to the London Lightning this season, he’s got one thing in mind: winning a championship in Year 1 of the BSL.
Lightning ditch early woes, bring 4-game win streak to TBL
Four straight wins cured what ailed Lightning in their first two outings; What’s with all the fouls?; Millinghaus makes an impression; How to use Jachai? It’s Rhode Island Friday & Sunday. Our latest news/notes …
Early test will gauge Lightning mettle
A 3-game week, with trips to Sudbury and Montreal, will allow the London Lightning to see where they stack up against top competition in the Basketball Super League. Will they sink or swim? Go Around the Perimeter …
Pro stint has Mustangs’ Sharma eyeing big things
Already an all-star player, Aryan Sharma has brought new insight to his final year with the Western Mustangs — thanks to his summer pro experience in the CEBL. And it may help the ‘Stangs achieve big things this season.
And they’re off — Lightning’s BSL era has begun
Coming off a league-opening loss in Sudbury, the London Lightning will play a pair against the KW Titans this week as they get into the swing of Basketball Super League action. What to expect? Go Around the Perimeter