A number of famous athletes were born and raised right here in the Capital Region. Here is one famous athlete from each of the 11 counties in the District.
A former Glens Falls High School standout - who hasn't been able to catch on with an NBA team for a few year - lit up the professional basketball world today scoring a whopping 75 points overseas playing in China.
The goods news for fans of pro basketball is the NBA lockout that lasted over five months was resolved. The goods for area fans is that Glen Falls High School basketball star Jimmer Fredette has finalized his contract as a rookie with the Sacramento Kings. Fredette is expected to play as a point guard for the Kings.
Well- let me explain my headline . The Sean and Richie Show took a "virtual trip" to Sacramento , California this morning - we called a morning show out there (at their request) and went on the air with them to give them some "inside Jimmer info".
If you are a fan of Glens Falls Native Jimmer Fredette, you will need to get League Pass to see most of his games because he will be playing in California. Jimmer was the 10th pick in the NBA draft by the Sacramento Kings.
It's that time of year again! The NCAA Basketball tournament is upon us, time for many of us to break out a little cash and enter your office pool and fill out those brackets.
BYU Basketball player Jimmer Ferdette had a tremendous game last night scoring 47 points against Utah. But nothing compares to the 3 points he made at the half.