The Overtime Diaries

“This is all about our country right now. I love the USA, I love my teammates. It’s unbelievable. The USA hockey brotherhood is so strong … I’m so proud to be American today.” - Jack Hughes after winning and scoring the game winning goal for team USA Forty-six years after the Miracle on Ice, the United States men’s hockey team stood at center ice with gold medals draped around their necks, not as scrappy underdogs shocking the world, but as the best team in the tournament. On

Ice hockey and hurling are two sports that seem like they are worlds apart. One is a fast-paced winter sport and the other is a traditional sport played on a pitch in Ireland. Both sports have major differences in how they’re played. However, one of these sports wouldn’t be what it is today without the other. This is the story of how hurling influenced and paved the way for ice hockey. As discussed in one of my previous articles “Bridging Countries: Irish Americans Keeping t

The 2025-2026 NHL season is officially in full swing, now being a month into the season. So far, we’ve seen which teams are still lacking the “wow” factor, which players are making their mark, and which teams are ready to chase the Stanley Cup in June. One team that is sticking out above the rest is the New Jersey Devils. After an early exit in the first round of playoffs in the 2024-2025 season, the organization was determined to build up their team and finally make some cha

At Washingtonville High School, our students are well-versed in athletics and school spirit. Everyone's favorite time of the school year is Friday night light, the football season. The entire student section goes all out, players are on fire, and everyone is having the time of their lives. One of the biggest supporters of the football team is the Varsity Cheer team. I had the opportunity to talk with one of Washingtonville’s Varsity Cheerleaders, Alyssa Andino. Andino has bee

Picture a sport that combines the speed of soccer, the physicality of rugby, and the scoring excitement of basketball, all packed into one fast-paced, heart-pounding game. Now imagine how many sports fans outside of Ireland have never heard of it. That sport is called Gaelic football. Gaelic football has all the tools to captivate a global audience if given the chance. Despite its intensity, passion, and rich cultural roots, Gaelic football is still waiting to be discovered b

For athletes, there are special moments that stay in their memories forever. Whether it is a game-winning goal or hitting a home run. For...

When it comes to Dublin’s footballing dynasty, two midfielders stick out above the rest: Brian Fenton (pictured on the right) and James...

Gaelic football and Hurling have been symbols of Irish identity, deeply rooted in Ireland’s culture and history. Thousands of miles away,...

Throughout its history, women’s hockey has struggled for visibility and financial backing. Despite recent growth with the upcoming...

From breaking barriers in Major League Baseball to inspiring the next generation of athletes, Kim Ng’s leadership journey embodies...