Articles by: Lenny Ortiz

ul 19, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York City FC defender Alexander Callens (6) heads the ball against Toronto FC forward Jordan Hamilton (22) during the second half at Yankee Stadium. Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

NYCFC Can’t Secure Win at Home

By Lenny Ortiz Toronto FC made their way into the Bronx Wednesday evening for a much anticipated Eastern semifinals rematch that saw the Reds embarrass NYCFC 7-0 on aggregate in the two game set. Both sides seemed eager to get […]

by · July 23, 2017 · Sports
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Boulders Stay Hot over Cuban National Team

By Lenny Ortiz The Rockland Boulders hosted an unusual opponent Wednesday night at Palisades Credit Union Park, the Cuban National Team. Batting ninth for the national squad was a familiar name to New Yorkers, but a different face. Nineteen year […]

by · June 29, 2017 · Sports
Jun 17, 2017; Seattle Sounders midfielder Osvaldo Alonso (6) and New York City FC midfielder Yangel Herrera (30) slide across the field going after the ball during the second half at Yankee Stadium. Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

Fifty Goals for New York’s Finest: David Villa

By Lenny Ortiz The New York weather did its best Seattle weather impression as Saturday afternoon was a complete washout. However, the rainy weather would not slow down David Villa on his quest for his 50th MLS goal with a […]

by · June 18, 2017 · Sports
Ray Negron, Hank Steinbrenner, Rich Mancuso

Hank’s Yanks Golf Outing: Cause To Benefit Kids

By Lenny Ortiz Some of the biggest names in New York sports came out for a great cause on Monday afternoon in support of the Hank’s Yanks Baseball Foundation at Trump Links Ferry Point. The foundation which originated in 2010 […]

by · June 7, 2017 · Sports
Much Needed Pitching Helps Mets Prevail in Win

Much Needed Pitching Helps Mets Prevail in Win

By Lenny Ortiz Now that’s what we’ve been looking for! Robert Gsellman tossed 5.1 innings of two-run run baseball and the Mets’ lineup flexed their muscles, hitting three home runs in a 4-2 victory at Citi Field Saturday night against […]

by · June 4, 2017 · Sports
Jun 3, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York City FC defender Maxine Chanot (4) and Philadelphia Union forward C.J. Sapong (17) fight for a header during the first half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

No-Quit in The New York FC

By Lenny Ortiz New York City FC played their third and final game of a demanding week Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium when the blistering hot Philadelphia Union came into the Bronx. The Union, winners in four of their last […]

by · June 4, 2017 · Sports
MLS: New England Revolution at New York City FC (usatoday.com)

NYCFC Plays to Draw — Again

  By Lenny Ortiz Coming off a horrific 3-1 loss in Atlanta, NYCFC looked to redeem themselves at home Wednesday night against an inconsistent New England Revolution side, but fell a bit short for their liking. A game of pure […]

by · June 3, 2017 · Sports
The Positive Coaching Alliance and the New York Yankees honored five incredible youth and high school athletic coaches Tuesday evening at Yankee Stadium. Credit: PCA - NY

Coaching Alliance Honors Youth At Yankee Stadium

By Lenny Ortiz The Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) and the New York Yankees honored five incredible youth and high school athletic coaches Tuesday evening at Yankee Stadium. These coaches were recognized as the PCA’s Double-Goal Coach Award winners, and were […]

by · May 24, 2017 · Sports, Youth and Children