Dave Konopki

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Dave Konopki is the Times Leader assistant sports editor.

Latest Columns by Dave Konopki

July 2, 2009

When all-state isn’t really all that creditable Dave Konopki Opinion

I was trying to come up with a witty, comical opening to this column about the recent selection of the Pennsylvania Softball Coaches Association all-state team.

June 25, 2009

Yankees earn passing grades on midterms Dave Konopki Opinion

From the start of the season, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre has been at the head of the class of the International League North Division.

June 18, 2009

Teen making bad decision about career Dave Konopki Opinion

Bryce Harper is a high school dropout.

June 11, 2009

Believe me, great athletes are right here Dave Konopki Opinion

I usually get a few quizzical looks – and sometimes an outright laugh or two – when I’m attempting to convince someone that some of the best athletes in the country are products of the Wyoming Valley Conference.

May 28, 2009

When a win feels like a loss for both teams Dave Konopki Opinion

Shauna Phillips put on a helmet and jogged onto the field, taking her place as the runner on second base.

May 21, 2009

PIAA needs to come up with some answers dave konopki opinion

The next time you’re in the market for a new car, do yourself a favor.

May 14, 2009

SWB putting on show for empty seats dave konopki opinon

Three years ago, Yankees fans were packing the newly named PNC Field like sardines in a can to watch their beloved future pinstripe-wearing stars.

May 7, 2009

Ras determined to win battle against cancer Dave KONOPKI OPINION

Lying in a bed at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital last October, Jess Ras was convinced nothing was seriously wrong with her.

April 30, 2009

There’s nothing fake about it … it’s pure Ingold Dave konopki opinion

Spend a few minutes with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers head coach Rich Ingold – or read some of his quotes – and you’ll quickly discover why he’s one of my all-time favorite coaches.

April 23, 2009

O Canada, it’s time for you to be quiet DAVE KONOPKI opinion

Our boorish neighbors to the north are at it again.

Latest Articles by Dave Konopki

July 3, 2009

Curtis’ grand slam backs up strong showing from Towers

Josh Towers pitched more than well enough to win.

June 29, 2009

Yankees sweep Wings

MOOSIC — A potential shining star made its debut at PNC Field last night.

June 28, 2009

Soccer community watches on in WVC

For the past week, cable TV sports shows and sports talk radio shows have been flooded with hosts and their guests talking about whether the United States men’s soccer team’s appearance in the Confederations Cup championship game would increase the interest in the sport among Americans.

June 28, 2009

Another hard-luck loss for Igawa

One early mistake. One bad inning. And one tough loss for Kei Igawa.

June 26, 2009

Bullpen hurlers pitch in for win

Down to just three regular starting pitchers on the roster, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees called on their bullpen to end a season-high five-game losing streak and slow down the hard-charging Syracuse Chiefs on Friday night.

June 26, 2009

Nady’s season may be over

While Friday night’s 5-1 win against second-place Syracuse was good news for the International League North Division-leading Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the New York Yankees organization apparently has received bad news regarding the comeback attempt by outfielder Xavier Nady.