Lebanon Catholic grad Jarred Murray, a former high school basketball player, will make his pro wrestling debut Saturday at the CCW event at the Eagles Hall.
Pat Huggins
Pat Huggins covered local sports for the Lebanon Daily News for almost 25 years, beginning in January of 1999. Pat was born and raised in Lebanon County and is a 1987 graduate of Lebanon High School and a 1991 alum of Elizabethtown College. A huge Phillies and 76ers fan, Pat spends his spare time on Twitter, griping about his favorite teams and interacting with friends and followers, hopefully in an entertaining and humorous manner.
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New Year’s wishes for Olive Brandt, Aaron Seidel, and Philly’s struggling teams
Pat Huggins offers New Year’s resolutions for athletes and teams ranging from Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber to Lebanon High basketball standout Olive Brandt and struggling Philadelphia sports franchises.
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Couple caps crazy year with memorable proposal/engagement at Lambeau Field
Lebanon High grad Evan Zimmerman and his fiancée Sarah Mattis began 2025 with Evan’s father, Brian, fighting for his life in the ICU and ended with a magical proposal at Lambeau Field in front Brian and Evan’s friend, star linebacker Micah Parsons.
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Friends’ generosity boosts ELCO grad Tyler Starry in ALS fight
The ex-ELCO and Myerstown centerfielder was diagnosed with the terminal neurological disease in March and friends and supporters have stepped up to help in his hour of need by raising $55,000 to aid with medical expenses.
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Former Cedar Crest pitcher finds healing through softball after family tragedies
Former Cedar Crest softball star Jen Garloff Becker credits the sport for helping her navigate life’s challenges, including losing both parents and her young daughter’s diabetes diagnosis.
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Northern Lebanon HS powerlifting sends two athletes to national competition
Now in its third year under coach Josh Thompson, the Northern Lebanon powerlifting team is beginning to make a name for itself beyond the school grounds.
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ELCO’s Miller brothers ready for sweet reward at state wrestling tournament
Kyle and Klint Miller will be competing in the individual PIAA State Championships, beginning Thursday at Giant Center.
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Life of Riley is a good time for Our Lady of the Cross girls basketball team
High-scoring senior guard Riley Hatzfeld has reached the career 1,000-point mark in less than two seasons, while also helping Our Lady of the Cross girls basketball team into the district playoffs.
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Health scare for Cedar Crest grad reveals hidden heart condition at 31
Former Cedar Crest tennis player Alex Koltun found out last year that he had a 95 percent blockage in one of his arteries and was a few days from suffering a major heart attack at just 31 years of age. Today, he’s happy and grateful to be alive.
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Freshman Elli Malinoski plays beyond her years to lead Cedar Crest girls basketball
Elli Malinoski is already making a name for herself with her maturity and play during her standout freshman campaign.
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ELCO grad is key to another state title run for District 6 power Bishop Guilfoyle
Joe Thomas, who has been an assistant since 2012, served as Bishop Guilfoyle’s defensive coordinator this season.
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Palmyra grad Rachel Kline ‘blessed’ with career shift opportunities in Las Vegas
A former standout high jumper in high school, Kline has changed careers twice in Las Vegas, which led her to sing for Rock 702 Band.
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Lebanon Catholic grad swaps adversity for personal and professional success
After some difficult times as a young adult, Samantha Murray has found happiness through marriage, motherhood, and a bridal glam business.
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Mark Lerchen’s smile will be missed most of all
A longtime youth sports coach and mentor for the Annville-Cleona community, Mark Lerchen passed away over the weekend from ALS.
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Shuey Golf Tournament is a perfect tribute to its Annville namesake
A group of the late Tom Shuey’s family and friends donated over $100,000 in the last 10 years, thanks to the Shuey Golf Tournament.
