Sports
Selling Our Soul?
The NFL is sports’ evil empire and its takeover of our city raises questions about the values Jim Kenney thinks we share
By Larry PlattMarch Madness For the Socially Conscious
The NCAA Tournament is the sporting event of the year. Here’s how to enjoy it without being complicit in the exploitation of so-called “student-athletes” (Spoiler: Bucknell wins)
By Larry PlattBlood, Sweat and Love
Suicide claims 20 veteran lives a day across the country. A weekly workout at one Chester County gym commemorates those who died—and helps keep others alive
By Thomas Fox ParryA Close Look Inside James Shuler Memorial Boxing Gym
Photographer Jano Cohen’s exhibit at the Gershman Y will also raise funds for the West Philly gym
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyWe Town
Just 30 miles from Center City, a high school basketball team reminds us that sports and values need not be mutually exclusive
By Larry PlattConnor Barwin’s Civic Season 2016
This week, the Eagles lineman and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against New York City
By Connor BarwinConnor Barwin’s Civic Season 2016
This week, the Eagle and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against Baltimore
By Connor BarwinConnor Barwin’s Civic Season 2016
This week, the Eagle and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against Washington, D.C.
By Connor BarwinConnor Barwin’s Civic Season 2016
This week, the all-pro Eagle and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against Cincinnati
By Connor BarwinConnor Barwin’s Civic Season 2016
This week, the all-pro Eagle and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against Green Bay
By Connor Barwin