Kevin Tresolini

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Sports Reporter at News Journal - Delaware Online

The News Journal and https://t.co/MQDBgXaqwO sportswriter and observer of the Blue Hen Nation.

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Articles

Phillies announce lineup for Monday game vs. Cubs

2 weeks ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

The Phillies will welcome Zack Wheeler's return to the mound as they open a home series against the Cubs June 9 having lost nine of their last 10. Wheeler makes his first start since May 29 as he comes off the paternity list. Wife Dominique gave birth to their fourth child, daughter Goldie, on June 2. Wheeler is 6-2 with a 2.42 ERA though he gave up a season high six runs in his most recent outing. The Phillies will also hope a struggling offense comes to life.
Write of spring? Chronicling Penn Relays has provided frequent spring joy

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

Having written for The News Journal for 43½ splendid years and its online offspring throughout the 21st century, it’s easy to feel like an ancient relic. Perhaps that’s why the Penn Relays, which have so grandly stood the test of time, have long held such journalistic appeal. Takes one to know one, right?
Delaware lands Major Arena Soccer League franchise: See who it is and where it'll play

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

Delaware City FC will begin play this fall in Major Arena Soccer League 3, the third level of the U.S. indoor pro soccer ladder. The Kirkwood Soccer Club’s indoor facility at its complex on Route 9 south of New Castle will be its home. Marlon Trejo, a former Neumann teammate of Matalavage’s and La Bombonera assistant coach, will be the Delaware City FC coach. Semi-pro soccer is returning to Delaware, though this time it’s the indoor game that hopes to find a First State niche.
Delaware's college baseball, softball teams near or in postseason: How to follow

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

College baseball and softball have, depending on the NCAA level, reached or are nearing the postseason. Several Delaware schools have earned the right to participate, with Wilmington University advancing to NCAA Division II playoffs in both baseball and softball and a Delaware Technical & Community College squad already poised for World Series play.
Wilmington Grand Prix brings top cyclists to Delaware: How to watch

1 month ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

Top cyclists descend on Delaware this weekend to test their strength, speed and endurance in the 17th Wilmington Grand Prix, which also provides area residents with spectator and participatory opportunities. What’s the timetable and how can someone take part? Here are the details:Monkey Hill Time Trial provides festive start May 16Cycling events are made unique by having a distinctive stretch that sets them apart.
New Jersey QB recruit relishes future with Blue Hens: 'Something I wanted to be part of'

1 month ago | burlingtoncountytimes.com | Kevin Tresolini

Lamar Best has passed for more than 5,000 career yards and rushed for 1,300-plus before he even enters his senior year of high school. No wonder the New Jersey prospect has already earned himself a college football scholarship. The offer he accepted this spring was from Delaware, making Best one of the Blue Hens’ earliest-ever commits. It’s also a sign of how Delaware will have to operate with its ascent to the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision and Conference USA occurring this year.
Blue Hens add QB transfer who was top recruit in high school

1 month ago | sports.yahoo.com | Kevin Tresolini

The Blue Hens’ seemingly deep stable of quarterbacks has expanded. Riley Trujillo, who didn’t play in any games as a freshman at Central Florida last year, announced on social media April 29 he is transferring to Delaware. AdvertisementUCF did not hold an intrasquad game at the conclusion of spring drills. The Knights are once again being coached by Scott Frost, who led UCF in 2016 and 2017 before spending five years at Nebraska and did not recruit Trujillo.
Former Sanford star Nnanna Njoku moving from Villanova to Delaware

2 months ago | sports.yahoo.com | Kevin Tresolini

Nnanna Njoku possibly moving from Villanova to Delaware had been a rumor if not a Blue Hens fans’ wish the last couple years. Now it’s a reality. Njoku, who never entered the transfer portal until after the 2024-25 season, has decided to come to Delaware, he revealed on his Instagram page. AdvertisementHe wasn’t the only object of UD affections in the transfer portal as the Blue Hens seek to undergo the annual roster rebuild that is now a mid-major necessity.
Looking for places to bicycle in Delaware? Here are 12 treks to check out

2 months ago | delawareonline.com | Kevin Tresolini

Delaware’s surplus of state and county parks, its many rider-friendly trails and roadways with bike lanes make it somewhat of a cycling paradise. As the weather warms, more will begin pushing their pedals as a form of exercise or travel in the great outdoors.
Sizing up Delaware State after first spring football game under coach DeSean Jackson

2 months ago | sports.yahoo.com | Kevin Tresolini

DOVER – It felt more like winter than spring on a damp, chilly afternoon at Alumni Stadium on April 12. And the football team that Delaware State put on the field for its annual intrasquad Red-White game only partially resembles the Hornets squad that will visit Delaware for the season opener when summer is approaching fall.