Couple Accused Of Posing As Pro Sports Players To Make Millions Couple Accused Of Posing As Pro Sports Players To Make Millions
Couple Accused Of Posing As Pro Sports Players To Make Millions A couple allegedly had a bold game plan: pretend to be the next big thing in professional sports and let the money roll in. Albert Paul Weber, 42, of Harvey, Louisiana, and Cyntrelle Lash, 39, of New Orleans, were indicted on Friday, April 24, on federal charges tied to a long-running scheme to impersonate professional athletes and pocket millions in fraudulent loans, the US Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Louisiana, announced. According to court documents, Weber, Lash, and their coconspirators targeted athletes who were on the verge of being drafted by NBA and NFL teams and stood to…
From First To Worst: Phillies Fire Rob Thomson As Team Hits MLB’s Worst Record From First To Worst: Phillies Fire Rob Thomson As Team Hits MLB’s Worst Record
From First To Worst: Phillies Fire Rob Thomson As Team Hits MLB’s Worst Record A disastrous start to the season has led to a major shakeup in Philadelphia. The Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson after a 9-19 start, the team announced on Tuesday, April 28. Bench coach Don Mattingly has been named interim manager through the end of the 2026 season, according to the announcement. The Phillies are tied with the New York Mets for the worst record in baseball just one month into the season. After an 8-8 start, the team dropped 10 straight games before snapping the streak in Atlanta over the weekend. Thomson, one of the winningest managers in franchise history, leaves…
Lawrence Taylor Remains Hospitalized In NJ With Stomach Issue: Attorney Lawrence Taylor Remains Hospitalized In NJ With Stomach Issue: Attorney
Lawrence Taylor Remains Hospitalized In NJ With Stomach Issue: Attorney Giants legend Lawrence Taylor remains hospitalized in New Jersey with a stomach issue, his attorney said in a statement, Monday, April 27. Taylor, who won two Super Bowls with Big Blue, has been hospitalized since Monday, April 20, Mark Eiglarsh, his attorney, told The Athletic. Taylor's condition does not appear to be life threatening and he is showing signs of improvement, Eiglarsh said. It is unknown how long Taylor will be in the hospital for, Eiglarsh said. Taylor played 13 seasons for the Giants and was named MVP in 1986. The linebacker made 10 Pro Bowls and was named Defensive …
Former Star RB Accuses Ex-Jets Coach Of Cocaine Use Former Star RB Accuses Ex-Jets Coach Of Cocaine Use
Former Star RB Accuses Ex-Jets Coach Of Cocaine Use Former Jets running back Le'Veon Bell claimed he saw ex-Jets coach Adam Gase using cocaine at the team's practice facility in Florham Park. Bell who often clashed Gase during his brief tenure with Gang Green, discussed his issues with the coach on "#Respectfully: The Justin LaBoy Show," ripping his playcalling and calling him "the worst coach ever." "He shouldn't even coach Little League bro," Bell said. "Adam Gase terrible bro." The running back said he heard stories about Gase's behavior in the office and then made a snorting gesture toward his nose. He then said he personally witnessed …
Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, 5 Coaches In Major Shakeup Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, 5 Coaches In Major Shakeup
Red Sox Fire Alex Cora, 5 Coaches In Major Shakeup The Boston Red Sox have parted ways with manager Alex Cora and five members of their Major League coaching staff, the team announced, as the club sits at 10-17 this season. Cora’s departure comes alongside hitting coach Peter Fatse, third base coach Kyle Hudson, bench coach Ramón Vázquez, assistant hitting coach Dillon Lawson, and Major League hitting strategy coach Joe Cronin, according to the team. Game Planning and Run Prevention Coach Jason Varitek has been reassigned to a new role within the organization, with details to be announced later, officials said. Chad Tracy will serve as…
Giants Legend Lawrence Taylor Hospitalized In NJ After Medical Emergency: Report Giants Legend Lawrence Taylor Hospitalized In NJ After Medical Emergency: Report
Giants Legend Lawrence Taylor Hospitalized In NJ After Medical Emergency: Report New York Giants all-time great Lawrence Taylor was hospitalized in New Jersey Friday, April 24, after a medical emergency, according to TMZ Sports. The outlet did not say where in the Garden State the Hall of Famer was hospitalized but said the 67-year-old arrived at the emergency room and was transferred to a different section of the facility. While Taylor remains hospitalized, sources told TMZ Sports that what he is dealing with doesn't appear to be too serious. Taylor played 13 seasons for Big Blue, winning two Super Bowls and being named MVP in 1986. He made 10 Pro Bowls and was named …
Mike Vrabel Away From NFL Draft, Will Seek Counseling Amid Dianna Russini Photo Scandal: ESPN Mike Vrabel Away From NFL Draft, Will Seek Counseling Amid Dianna Russini Photo Scandal: ESPN
Mike Vrabel Away From NFL Draft, Will Seek Counseling Amid Dianna Russini Photo Scandal: ESPN New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is stepping away from the team during a key moment in the NFL Draft after he was photographed with NFL reporter Dianna Russini at a resort in Arizona. The team confirmed to ESPN that Vrabel will not be present for Day 3 of the draft on Saturday, April 25, as he begins counseling. The decision comes after photos surfaced showing Vrabel and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini together at a poolside setting. Both are married. Vrabel addressed the situation publicly on Wednesday night. “As I said the other day, I promised my family, this organization, an…
Sherrill: FIFA Should Pay For World Cup Transportation To MetLife Stadium Sherrill: FIFA Should Pay For World Cup Transportation To MetLife Stadium
Sherrill: FIFA Should Pay For World Cup Transportation To MetLife Stadium Gov. Mikie Sherrill believes New Jerseyians should not have to pick up for the tab for transporting people to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Instead, she wants FIFA, the event organizer, to pay their fair share. "We inherited an agreement where FIFA is providing $0 for transportation to the World Cup," Sherrill said. "And while NJ TRANSIT is stuck with a $48 million bill to safely get fans to and from games, FIFA is making $11 billion. I’m not going to stick New Jersey commuters with that tab for years to come." Sherill was responding to recent reporting, including by Daily Voice, that …
NJ NFL Reporter Resigns After Photos With Married Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel Surface NJ NFL Reporter Resigns After Photos With Married Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel Surface
NJ NFL Reporter Resigns After Photos With Married Patriots Coach Mike Vrabel Surface A top NFL reporter has resigned after photos surfaced showing her and Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel together at an Arizona resort, lounging by the pool and appearing to hold hands. They are both married to other people.  Dianna Russini announced her resignation from The Athletic less than a week after Page Six published several images of her with Vrabel. The images were taken at a Sedona, Arizona, resort before the NFL owners' meetings, which began in Phoenix on March 29. In a letter sent Tuesday, April 14, to Athletic Executive Editor Steven Ginsberg, the Norwood, NJ, native de…
New Jersey Native Helps Lead Michigan To National Championship Over UConn New Jersey Native Helps Lead Michigan To National Championship Over UConn
New Jersey Native Helps Lead Michigan To National Championship Over UConn The Wolverines defeated UConn on Monday night to win the NCAA national championship in Indianapolis 69-63, ending a long title drought. Michigan entered the game as one of the hottest teams in the country, but shot poorly for most of the night. It was big plays at big moments that kept them in the lead. Related: 'All Class' — UConn’s Postgame Gesture Goes Viral After NCAA Title Loss To Michigan West Orange, New Jersey, native Elliot Cadeau ran the offense, energized the crowd at Lucas Oil Stadium with big shots. View this post on Instagram …
Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Order Reshaping College Sports Rules Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Order Reshaping College Sports Rules
Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Order Reshaping College Sports Rules President Donald Trump has issued a sweeping executive order titled "Urgent National Action to Save College Sports," aimed at stabilizing the rapidly changing landscape of collegiate athletics.  The order, signed on Friday, April 3, introduces strict new rules on athlete eligibility, transfers, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) payments, while threatening to withhold federal funding from schools that fail to comply. The order, which takes effect on Aug. 1, 2026, is Trump’s second major action on college sports, following a July 2025 order. It comes as lawsuits, NIL payments, and the …
NBA Prank Backfires: Viral Fake Fan Shot Costs Wizards In April Fools' Day Gone Wrong NBA Prank Backfires: Viral Fake Fan Shot Costs Wizards In April Fools' Day Gone Wrong
NBA Prank Backfires: Viral Fake Fan Shot Costs Wizards In April Fools' Day Gone Wrong The Washington Wizards lost twice on Wednesday: Once to the 76ers and again in the court of public opinion. An April Fools' "skit" on Wednesday went wrong for the NBA team, which had an actor who was in on it all blindfolded at half-court. The actor, who they called Jackson and presented as an unassuming fan, hurled the ball toward the basket — an airball.  Everyone on the court cheered and presented the "fan" (the actor) with a $10,000 check.  With mascots, "Jackson," and the crowd going wild, they ran back the shot, which had actually soared over the backboard. Clips o…