Tim Ishman Talks On Sports Slam About Winning “Renovate The Rink” & Dealing With A Pandemic

The last week has been a series of highs and lows for Beaver County. Lows include the continuing spread of coronavirus and the more-spreading uncertainty about the future because of the ongoing shutdown of non-essential businesses. The high point, however, came with the announcement of Beaver County Ice Arena winning the “Renovate The Rink” contest officiated by the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Parks and Recreation director Tim Ishman joined Matt Drzik & Greg Benedetti on the March 28 edition of the Saturday Sports Slam to talk about the victory, and what it will mean as far as what gets renovated and when it will happen. Ishman also talked about the pandemic and how it’s affecting spring activities in Brady’s Run and across Beaver County.

To listen to the full interview, click on the player below!

Harlem Globetrotters great Curly Neal dies at 77

Harlem Globetrotters great Curly Neal dies at 77
By JOHN MARSHALL AP Basketball Writer
Fred “Curly” Neal, the dribbling wizard who entertained millions with the Harlem Globetrotters for parts of three decades, has died. He was 77. The Globetrotters say Neal died in his home outside of Houston, but did not provide any other details. Neal played for the Globetrotters from 1963 to 1985, appearing in more than 6,000 games in 97 countries for the exhibition team known for its combination of comedy and athleticism. He became one of five Globetrotters to have his jersey retired when his No. 22 was lifted to the rafters during a ceremony at Madison Square Garden in 2008.

Indianapolis 500 postponed until August because of COVID-19

Indianapolis 500 postponed until August because of COVID-19
By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer
The Indianapolis 500 scheduled for May 24 has been postponed until August because of the coronavirus pandemic and won’t run on Memorial Day weekend for the first time since 1946. The race will instead be held Aug. 23. IndyCar initially said it would resume racing May 9 on the road course at Indianapolis. That race will now be run on July 4, a day before NASCAR races at The Brickyard.

Injured Penguins F Guentzel on schedule for possible return

Injured Penguins F Guentzel on schedule for possible return
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins All-Star forward Jake Guentzel’s recovery from shoulder surgery is on schedule, opening the door for him to play at some point this season should the NHL return to play. General manager Jim Rutherford says Guentzel has not endured any setbacks since undergoing surgery on Dec. 31. Guentzel injured the shoulder when he awkwardly slammed into the end boards shortly after scoring his 20th goal of the season against Ottawa on Dec. 30. The 25-year-old had been selected to the All-Star team for the first time just hours before the injury.

Goodell orders all NFL team facilities closed for 2 weeks

Goodell orders all NFL team facilities closed for 2 weeks
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has instructed the 32 teams to close their facilities to all but a select few employees by 6 p.m. Wednesday. In a memo to the teams, Goodell said the restrictions meant as a safeguard against the new coronavirus will be in force until at least April 8. Then the league will re-evaluate, using advice from medical experts and health authorities. The few exceptions include trainers and doctors treating players, security and technology personnel.

Washington State safety Bryce Beekman found dead

Police: Washington State safety Bryce Beekman found dead
PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — Washington State senior defensive back Bryce Beekman has died. Police in Pullman, Washington, say the 22-year-old Beekman was found dead in his apartment Tuesday afternoon. Police Chief Gary Jenkins says there is no sign of foul play. Jenkins says more information will be released by the Whitman County coroner’s office. Beekman started all 13 games last season for Washington State after transferring from Arizona Western College. He was expected to be part of an experienced Washington State secondary going into this season.

Bucco Rewind Games Announced!!!

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced the remainder of the Bucco Rewind Series of Games.  You can listen to the games on 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, and 99.3 FM. It all gets under way with Game 7 of the 1960 World Series Thursday March 26, 2020 at 1 pm. The entire schedule and dates are below:

Thursday, 3/26 – 1PM  – 1960 World Series Game 7 

 Monday, 3/30 – 8PM –  1990 NLCS Game 5

 Thursday, 4/2 – 1PM – Wildcard 10/1/13

 Wednesday, 4/8– 8PM – 1991 NLCS Game 1

 Monday, 4/13 – 8PM – 1991 NLCS Game 4

 Wednesday, 4/15 – 8PM – 1979 World Series Game 2

 Monday, 4/20 – 8PM – 1979 World Series Game 5

 Wednesday, 4/22 – 8PM – 1979 World Series Game 6

 Monday, 4/27 – 8PM – 1979 World Series Game 7

Wednesday, April 29 –  8PM – TBD

Beaver County Radio Announces Bucco Re-wind, Game 7 of the 1960 World Series March 2\6, 2020 at 1 pm.

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) Beaver County Radio along with the Pittsburgh Pirates Radio Network announce Bucco rewind. Bucco rewind will be a replay of games of the past that are important in Pittsburgh Pirates history.

The first game is this Thursday afternoon, March 26, 2020, at 1pm. We go back in time to 1960 and Game 7 of the World Series. The Bucs took on the Yankees. One of the most magical days in baseball history as Pirate Bill Mazeroski hit a walk off home run in extra innings to make the Pirates the 1960 Major League Baseball Champions.

The second game will be Monday, March 30, 2020 at 8pm and the Pirates have not released the full schedule and games that will be broadcast at this point.

Stay tuned to Beaver County Radio for when the full schedule is revealed.

Barefoot Hamlin wins virtual Homestead as NASCAR races again

Barefoot Hamlin wins virtual Homestead as NASCAR races again
By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — NASCAR provided live action to its fans with a virtual race at Homestead-Miami Speedway that was televised nationally. NASCAR got 35 of its drivers to participate in the event, which was won by three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin. He raced barefoot on a simulator in the living room of his North Carolina home. NASCAR has suspended racing until at least May 9 so series executives and iRacing put together the inaugural eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series. The first event was at Homestead, where NASCAR was supposed to be racing Sunday before COVID-19 brought sports to a halt.

Steelers reach agreements with TE Ebron, OG Wisniewski

Steelers reach agreements with TE Ebron, OG Wisniewski
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms with veteran tight end Eric Ebron, giving quarterback Ben Roethlisberger another proven red zone target. Ebron reached the Pro Bowl in 2018 while catching 13 touchdowns but was limited most of last season while battling an ankle injury. Pittsburgh hopes Ebron’s arrival can provide a welcome jolt to an offense that struggled in 2019 with Roethlisberger sidelined most of the year with a right elbow injury. The Steelers also agreed to terms with guard Stefen Wisniewski, a Pittsburgh native.