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H.S. girls’ tennis: SJTCA names its All-Groups, All-South Jersey teams

The South Jersey Tennis Coaches Association recently named its All-Groups and All-South Jersey teams.

All-South Jersey 

Singles

June Greene, Burlington Township

Jenna Crawford, Cedar Creek

Shruti Mannan, Cherokee

Theresa Strano, GCIT

Rhea Sethi, Lenape

Lia Streibich, Moorestown

Bella Pescatore, Moorestown Friends

Molly Jespersen, Schalick

Samantha Tepes, Shawnee

Gabriella Robinson, Winslow Twp.

Doubles

Maddie Dennis/Samantha Goldberg, Mainland

Charlotte Morrison/Laura Sullivan, Moorestown

Erica Zhang/Priya Panganamamula, Moorestown

All-Group 4

Singles

Shruti Mannan, Cherokee

Sophia Liu, Cherry Hill East

Elliana Tonghini, Cherry Hill East

Magha Kumar, Eastern

Theresa Strano, GCIT

Rhea Sethi, Lenape

Isabella Cao, Lenape

Jianna Benton, Rancocas Valley

Samantha Tepes, Shawnee

Natasha Sharnoff, Shawnee

Doubles

Julia Chan/Kristina Battsogt, Cherry Hill East

Abigail Serata/Violet Riquelme, Eastern

Payton Colbert/Emma Lynch, EHT

Ema Lauren Cadacio/Leona Lam, EHT

Olivia Helmlinger/Kaitlyn King, Lenape

Michaela Pierznik/Mia Some, Shawnee

Kalena Gatesman/Divya Prajapati, Shawnee

All-Group 3

Singles

Olivia Hughes, Absegami

June Greene, Burlington Township

Carlee Cristella, Clearview

Sarah Crawford, Clearview

Khushi Thakkar, Mainland

Hannah Carson, Mainland

Lia Streibich, Moorestown

Gabriella Robinson, Winslow Twp.

Doubles

Brooke McGuigan/Megan McLoughlin, Clearview

Maddie Dennis/Samantha Goldberg, Mainland

Anna Geubtner/Elizabeth Ong, Mainland

Charlotte Morrison/Laura Sullivan, Moorestown

Erica Zhang/Priya Panganamamula, Moorestown

All-Group 2

Singles

Jenna Crawford, Cedar Creek

Savannah Falk, Cumberland

Sammy Sirover, Haddonfield

Lucinda Andrewes, Haddonfield

Evie York, Haddonfield

Sam Mancuso, Lower Cape May

Sydney Groen, Oakcrest

Katie Moore, West Deptford

Doubles

Amanda Volk/Gabriella Albert, Cumberland

Ava Grookett/Tina Tian, Haddonfield

Eliza Gordon/Courtenay Mackey, Haddonfield

Marley Kronemeyer/Ina Nikolova, Lower Cape May

Hannah Diamond/Laney Hackney, Seneca

All-Group 1

Singles

Madison Scambia, Gateway

Kaitlyn Smith, Gateway

Rachel McKnight, Gateway

Emily Oberman, Pennsville

Veronica Schneider, Pennsville

Molly Jespersen, Schalick         

Rachael Irizarry, Schalick

Abigail Melle, Woodstown

Doubles

Bryn Kelleher/Morgan McNally, Gateway

Ella Welsh/Shreya Raju, Haddon Township

Ali Bowman/Gabi Mavrin, Pennsville

Julia Nitz/Sarah Little, Schalick

All Non-Public

Singles

Bella Pescatore, Moorestown Friends

Skye Mada, Moorestown Friends

Kathryn Sebastian, Moorestown Friends

Doubles

Roma Jha/Blythe O’Connor, Moorestown Friends

Julia Tourtellotte/Avani Verma, Moorestown Friends

Annalise Visalli/ Ava Valecce, OLMA)

Tom McGurk is a regional sports reporter for the Courier-Post, The Daily Journal and Burlington County Times, covering South Jersey sports for over 30 years. If you have a sports story that needs to be told, contact him at (856) 486-2420 or email tmcgurk@gannett.com. Follow him on Twitter at @McGurkSports. Help support local journalism with a digital subscription.

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Don’t be fooled by leafless trees; find the green in winter woods

Jake Gamble  |  Special to The Star Press

Cold December skies darken the woodland trails around you. Heading back to your car, you note how dark it’s getting by only 4 p.m. The cloudy day and setting sun seem to only emphasize the slumber of winter’s nature. Gone are the months of vibrance and color, making way for gray and brown. Nearly to your car, now you spot something… green?

Yes, it is! Something green cuts through the woods and grabs your attention with an intensity you thought only spring could bring. As you move to inspect, the image becomes clear. Bright green leaves protrude directly from the earth, a living oasis among dormancy. Singular smooth leaves accented white and olive by parallel veins running from the soil to the tip. A curious find for sure, so grabbing your field guide, fingers flip through pages as your eyes examine the pictures.

Finally, you find the image that matches, but the answer to the plant’s identity surprises you: an orchid?

Orchids are everywhere, indigenous to six continents and nearly every country in the world. Indiana alone hosts more than 40 species. Though often more discreet than their tropical counterparts, native Indiana orchids can showcase some of the most interesting flowers and beautiful leaves you can find in the woods. There are several species, in fact, that produce brilliant foliage over winter and have none during the summer.

The puttyroot orchid (Aplectrum hymale) happens to be one of these species. Leafing out during September through October and persisting through spring, these common native orchids decorate the forest floor with large oval leaves throughout winter. The small brown flowers of this species can be found in May through June and are pollinated by bees. The name “puttyroot” refers to the sticky substance produced by crushing the pseudobulb. Historically, this…

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Band in the USA: Tame Impala have ‘No Choice’ but to unveil 2022 tour

Editor’s Note: With society’s gradual re-opening and our overall return to normalcy, there has been a deluge of tour announcements. Band in the USA keeps you updated on the shows you need to know about, and just who might be soon coming to town.

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Tame Impala is headed back our way, and as a little treat, Kevin Parker has a bunch of b-sides and remixes for us. With the release of The Slow Rush Deluxe Box Set out February 18 via Interscope, featuring a new song out this week called “No Choice,” the Australian psych-pop luminaries are hitting the road for a 2022 North American tour that features a mix of festival gigs and headline appearances.

It kicks off February 27 headlining Innings Festival at Arizona’s Tempe Beach Park, and wraps March 25 at the Buku Music + Art Project in New Orleans. Along the way, Tame Impala Mohegan Sun in Connecticut (March 12), Brooklyn’s Barclays Center (March 14), and TD Garden in Boston (March 16). All dates are below in flyer and list form, and tickets go on-sale Friday (December 10) at 10 a.m. local time.

Get all that sweet info over at tameimpala.com, and listen to “No Choice” and wonder aloud why it didn’t make The Slow Rush final cut.

Tame Impala tour dates
February 27: Innings Festival (Tempe Beach Park) – Tempe, AZ 
March 3 to 6: Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival – Okeechobee, FL 
March 7: Petersen Events Center – Pittsburgh, PA
March 9: Scotiabank Arena – Toronto, ON
March 10: Place Bell – Montreal, QC
March 12: Mohegan Sun – Uncasville, CT 
March 14: Barclays Center – Brooklyn,…

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Carol Lynn Hudson, active church member

Carol Lynn Hudson, 42, of Millsboro passed away Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from complications of COVID.

She was born Feb. 25, 1979, in Salisbury, Md., to David Jones Sr. and Peggy Klaverweiden, who survive her.

Carol was a former bus driver for Dutton Busing until she retired to help with the care of her mother-in-law. She was a member of the Journey, A Wesleyan Church in Millsboro, where she was a former youth director and was active in Vacation Bible School and Trunk or Treat sponsored by the Journey. She was a graduate of Delmar High School Class of 1997 and held an associate degree in Christian theology.

She enjoyed baking, and would make wedding cakes and cupcakes for different events. She also enjoyed attending the Denton Wesleyan Camp every summer and working in the snack shop. Carol loved all children and her dog Arctic. She was a wonderful wife and mother, and will be dearly missed.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 24 years, Eugene A. Hudson; two daughters, Lillian Paige Hudson and Megan Rilla Hudson, all of Millsboro. Carol also has five siblings surviving: Lorrie Sonnier (Patrick) of Salisbury, Beth Tull (Scott) of Easton, Md., Angela Payne (Robert) of Nanticoke, Md., David Jones Jr. of Nanticoke, and Joshua Nichols (Heather Booth) of Hebron, Md. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, at the Journey, A Wesleyan Church, 255 Wilson Hwy., Millsboro, where friends may call from 12 to 1 p.m. for visitation. Interment will be private. The Rev. Martin Furrow will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to help offset final expenses. If you can help, please contact Eugene.

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After Two-Year Hiatus, South Jersey Pops Orchestra Returns to the Stage December 12th

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originally published: 12/06/2021

After Two-Year Hiatus, South Jersey Pops Orchestra Returns to the Stage December 12th

(CHERRY HILL, NJ) — After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the South Jersey Pops, the area’s own non-profit orchestra, resumes its milestone 50th season of delighting local audiences as it presents “Solstice” on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at Lenape High School in Medford, N.J. The concert’s theme is both a nod to the winter solstice and the orchestra’s excitement to turn the corner and return to the stage.

South Jersey Pops’ musical director Robert Bradshaw of Audubon, founder of the Haddonfield School of Music, will resume his fifth season conducting the 70-piece, all-volunteer orchestra. And despite the long break, the orchestra has grown, adding more than five new members.

“In November of 2019, we began to celebrate our 50th year with our concert ‘Yesterday: The Music of Pops Past.’ Two years later, we are thrilled to continue the celebration and resume our concerts,” said Bradshaw. “We have been rehearsing as a full orchestra since early September, and have kept up our musical chops with a few Zoom ‘performances,’ so we will be ready to usher in the holidays with a grand return to the stage.”

After Two-Year Hiatus, South Jersey Pops Orchestra Returns to the Stage December 12th

All attendees ages 12 and over will be required to present proof of COVID vaccination, and all guests must wear a mask during the concert.

“As the winter solstice marks the end of the longest night and the return of the sun, the Pops celebrates our return to the stage after a long hiatus,” said South Jersey Pops Executive Director Christian Stebbins. “We’ll play some holiday favorites, along with music that captures our feelings…

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Keith Urban Returning to Mohegan Sun Arena for “The Speed of Now World Tour”

UNCASVILLE, CT (December 1, 2021) – Four-time Grammy Award winner Keith Urban will kick off his first world tour in four years next summer. The Speed of Now World Tour’s newly announced North American leg will feature three-time Grammy nominee Ingrid Andress, and makes a stop at Mohegan Sun Arena at 7:00pm on Friday, October 21, 2022. 

Tickets are $129.50, $99.50, and $79.50 and go on sale Friday, December 10th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, December 11th, subject to availability.

“Every night is the first time we’ve played these songs for that audience, in that moment,” says Urban.  “It’s why every show is different – spontaneous and unpredictable – even for us!”  He adds, “After two years we’re finally gonna get the chance to play some of the new songs we haven’t done live before.  We’ll throw in a bunch of the songs that everyone comes to hear, a couple of which we’ll rework a bit, and it’s really gonna be tough to get us off the stage.”

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Critics from around the globe have hailed Urban’s concerts as ones “not to be missed,” as unpredictable as they are explosive.  Combine his infectious showmanship, virtuoso guitar playing, effortless spontaneity with a fist-pumping, arena-ready arsenal of hits and The Speed of Now World Tour promises to be one of the concert events of the summer.

“I’ve always considered myself a live performer first,” says Urban. “It’s what I’ve always done and it’s what my music needs to live and breathe.  Our shows are all about living in the moment.  They’re a totally interactive and immersive experience where everyone can participate in whatever way they want – sing,…

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LRHSD Bowling Roundup – Week 2

BOYS BOWLING

Shawnee 3, Cherry Hill West 1: Senior Carson Quigley rolled a 605 series (228 high game) to lead Shawnee (2-0, 1-0) in a win over visiting Cherry Hill West (0-2, 0-1) in an Olympic Conference interdivision match Nov. 23.

Olympic Interdivision

Nov. 23, Medford Lanes

Shawnee 3, Cherry Hill West 1

C.H. West (0-2) 740-849-852 – 2441

Shawnee (2-0) 755-886-851 – 2492

Cherry Hill West: Cooper Legato 199-269-191-(659), Aidan Brickner 122-112-X-(234), Kevin Benson 145-118-216-(479), Ryder Garino 125-185-217-(527), Jake Karwoski 149-165-122-(436), Nick Aristone X-X-106-(106).

Shawnee: Carson Quigley 208-228-169-(605), Ryan Deehr 112-X-X-(112), Zach Bucci X-144-192-(336), Cameron Penz 138-147-151-(436), Shawn Weinland 148-163-137-(448), Gavin Reynolds 149-204-202-(555).

Shawnee 4, Lenape 0: Seniors Dylan Gates (618 series, 223 high game) and Gavin Reynolds (594, 228) led the way as visiting Shawnee (3-0, 2-0) swept Lenape (0-3, 0-2) in an Olympic Conference American Division match Nov. 29.

Senior Kenneth Sherman (508, 198) was the top scorer for the Indians.

Olympic American Division

Nov. 29, Laurel Lanes

Shawnee 4, Lenape 0

Shawnee (3-0) 890-994-957 – 2841

Lenape (0-3) 736-650-632 – 2018

Shawnee: Carson Quigley 174-221-169-(564), Dylan Gates 206-189-223-(618), Zach Bucci 168-211-166-(545), Cameron Penz 160-189-171-(520), Gavin Reynolds 182-184-228-(594).

Lenape: Lukas Christ 106-121-165-(392), Tyler Gravener 162-123-136-(421), Roman Scott 157-112-104-(373), Luke Sisolak 113-112-99-(324), Kenneth Sherman 198-182-128-(508).

Cherry Hill East 2, Cherokee 1: Cherry Hill East (2-0, 2-0) defeated visiting Cherokee (0-2, 0-2) in a shortened Olympic Conference American Division match Nov. 30.

The Chiefs arrived to the alley late and there wasn’t time to play a third game.

Olympic American Division

Nov. 30, Laurel Lanes

Cherry Hill East 2, Cherokee 1

Cherokee (0-2) 860-712-000 – 1572

C.H. East (2-0) 834-843-000 – 1677

Cherokee: Sam Vitale 189-123-(312), Francesco Musto 118-123-(241), Ethan Krijt 199-190-(389), Eric Jones 181-171-(352), Brian Cordi 173-105-(278).

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Joining forces to restore ancestral lands to Nanticoke and Lenape tribes

Carmine said the land will be used for an array of Nanticoke activities, including hiking, lacrosse games and its annual powwow celebration.

“We renew and refresh our spirits,’’ Carmine said of the powwow, which has been held on leased lands. “We remember our ancestors. We share our culture and customs with the public, and we have tribal communities that come together with us.”

The Nanticoke tribe’s annual powwow is a celebration of its culture and customs. (Nanticoke Indian tribe)

An official at The Conservation Fund said the bulk of the money for the deals came from Mt. Cuba Center. Known for its botanical gardens on a former du Pont family estate a few miles from President Biden’s home, the nonprofit also focuses on land conservation.

Downing said the properties “were two parcels that were of great cultural and historic significance to our Delaware tribes.”

Restoring the lands to the tribes “just seemed like such a great way to give back to the community,’’ Downing said. “Part of our mission is conserving or fostering biodiversity because it enhances resilience. So it just seemed like helping to support Native American communities was one way that we could help support the diversity of our community.”

Dennis “White Otter” Coker, the principal chief of the Lenape tribe, recently told The Washington Post they might turn part of the 11 acres into an “edible forest garden” that would include berry-producing plants, along with shad and spice bushes that were once used by Native Americans and are native to the area.

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Connecticut’s Online Casinos Made $8.9M In Their First Partial Month

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Even accounting for the smaller population, Connecticut‘s online casino revenue is off to a slow start compared to other iGaming states. Yesterday, the Nutmeg State released its revenue figures for October and its two online gambling operators generated a bit less than $8.9 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR). After promotional deductions, the total is $6.6 million in taxable revenue.

Those figures account for Connecticut online casino revenue gathered during the soft launch, from Oct. 12 to 18, as well as that from the full launch on Oct. 19 through the end of the month.

On that latter date, Connecticut’s two tribal retail casino-licensed operators – DraftKings and FanDuel – launched online casino and sports betting. Also on Oct. 19, the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) launched PlaySugarHouse Sportsbook – a Rush Street Interactive (RSI) brand. The soft launch period’s contribution to total revenue was probably quite small, as operators had a strict cap on the number of signups during that time.

Michigan’s launch earlier this year is comparable because it also came late in the month, on Jan. 22.

Although Connecticut is home to just 3.6 million residents compared to Michigan’s 10 million, the Wolverine State‘s January 2021 GGR was proportionally much higher – at $29.4 million. Adjusting for both population and days of activity, Connecticut averaged $206,000 per million residents per day (ignoring the soft launch period). Michigan, on the other hand, averaged $326,000.

That came from the nine online casino operators who were live in the state on day one. Since then, Michigan’s has added five more operators and is on course for over $1 billion in iGaming GGR in its first year.

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