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Maryland women’s basketball lands star Princeton transfer Abby Meyers
Princeton switch guard Abby Meyers has signed with Maryland ladies’s basketball, per a launch Friday.
From Potomac, Maryland, Meyers starred for the Tigers this previous season. Meyers, who’s 6-foot, averaged 17.9 factors and 5.8 rebounds per sport, incomes Ivy League Participant of the Yr and AP-All America Honorable Point out accolades.
Meyers visited the College of Maryland campus final weekend, per a crew spokesperson, and the addition was made official on Friday.
“We’re so pleased to offer Abby a homecoming right here at Maryland,” head coach Brenda Frese mentioned, per the discharge. “After we can add a convention participant of the 12 months, a winner, a pacesetter, an incredible teammate, and somebody who thrives within the huge moments, it’s thrilling. Everybody is aware of Katie Benzan was a spectacular Ivy League to Maryland transfer and I’m simply as enthusiastic about what Abby will carry to our crew.”
Princeton had an excellent season, climbing to as excessive as No. 24 within the AP Ballot coming into its convention event, and proved it was not a fluke within the NCAA Event. The Tigers knocked off SEC Event champion and No. 6-seed Kentucky within the first spherical of this 12 months’s NCAA Event, 69-62. Meyers, who led Princeton in scoring all 12 months, was instrumental within the upset, scoring a career-high 29 factors in opposition to the Wildcats.
As a result of the Ivy League didn’t maintain a 2020-21 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this previous season was Meyers’ first on the courtroom because the 2019-20 season. Her numbers skyrocketed, as she elevated her scoring common by 11.6 factors per sport and her rebounding common by 3.1 boards per sport.
“I selected to play my last 12 months of school basketball at Maryland as a result of not solely am I from Maryland, however I grew up going to the ladies’s basketball video games on the superb XFINITY Heart!” Meyers mentioned, per the discharge. “I’ve super respect for this system and all it has achieved beneath Coach Frese’s management, and I wish to assist proceed to construct the profitable legacy for the one and solely Terp Nation.”
Earlier than arriving at Princeton, Meyers was a incredible native highschool participant within the DMV. She excelled for Walt Whitman Excessive College, incomes All-Met Washington Put up honors throughout her senior season.
The addition of Meyers brings Frese’s present roster to 11 gamers. Final week, Maryland misplaced 5 gamers to the switch portal, together with All-People Ashley Owusu and Angel Reese, in a span of fewer than 30 hours. With Chloe Bibby and Benzan additionally exhausting their faculty eligibility, the exodus left the roster at seven scholarship gamers.
Nevertheless, Frese reloaded, rapidly.
This previous week, Maryland added four-star freshmen guards Brianna McDaniel and Gia Cooke, South Florida switch guard Elisa Pinzan and Meyers. Florida switch guard Lavender Briggs may also be a brand new face for the Terps subsequent season.
Diamond Miller, Shyanne Sellers, Religion Masonius and Emma Chardon all return to subsequent season’s roster. Class of 2022 guards Mila Reynolds and Ava Sciolla spherical out the 2022-23 crew because it presently stands.
As of now, Meyers solely has one 12 months of eligibility, a crew spokesperson confirmed. North Carolina head coach Courtney Banghart tweeted that the NCAA formally determined that it will not grant Ivy League athletes an additional season instead of the season the convention canceled sports activities.
“I watched her at Walt Whitman Excessive College and adopted her at Princeton,” Frese added. “What she’s achieved thus far is spectacular and he or she’s not finished but. We’re thrilled to have Abby and her household and pals right here at Maryland.”
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Suspect attempts to return stolen merchandise for cash refund at Maryland grocery store
BETHESDA, Md. – Surveillance photos have been released of a suspect who entered a grocery store and attempted to return stolen merchandise to receive a cash refund.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police are investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, inside the Giant Food grocery store in the 7100 block of Arlington Road in Bethesda.
Officers responded to the above location for the report of a robbery around 11:30 a.m.
According to police, the suspect entered the store and attempted to return stolen merchandise to receive a cash refund. When his attempt was unsuccessful, the suspect punched an employee in the face, snatched an undisclosed amount of money from another employee and left the scene.
The suspect is described as a Black male, between thirty and forty years old, approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall, 200 lbs, with a beard, heavy set, wearing a black baseball cap, a white t-shirt, blue jean shorts, black sneakers and a black backpack.
Anyone with any information on this incident is asked to contact police.
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4th of July fireworks: How and where to watch 2024 celebrations in Maryland & Virginia
The Fourth of July is a short distance away and the festivities are in the air. And a fireworks show is a must to celebrate the Independence Day of America. However, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact scenic viewpoints to watch fireworks. In this article, we will explore the top scenic locations in Maryland and Virginia to watch the fireworks the right way.
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Fourth of July fireworks show in Maryland: Top locations to visit
Six Flags America Fireworks Celebration: Timing
Plan your day at Six Flags America for the celebration of the Fourth of July with their day-long activities including rides, slides, and entertainment and an evening filled with DJ parties. Conclude your day with a display of fun fireworks at 9:15 pm. The tickets for the three-day event from July 4 to July 6 are priced at $25 and offer VIP fireworks packages as well, as reported by NBC Washington.
Germantown Glory Concert and Fireworks: Timing
For the folks residing in Montgomery County, the concert will be a family-friendly option to celebrate Independence Day. There is no entry fee and the concert will start at 7 pm on July 4. Visit the South Germantown Recreational Park in Boyds with your picnic sets and enjoy food from vendors as you enjoy the lively performance by the Central City Orchestra. No pets and alcoholic beverages are allowed at the concert.
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Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration: Timing
Enjoy the music era of the 80s and 90s covered by the band Uncle Jesse followed by the address from the mayor and council. As reported by NBC Washington, visit Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park (1800 Piccard Drive, Rockville, Maryland) by 7 pm and enjoy a performance by the Victorian Lyric Opera Company. There are parking lots available and everyone is encouraged to bring blankets and picnic sets to enjoy a comfortable evening. Fireworks will follow at 9:15 pm and there is no admission fee.
Frederick’s 4th: Timing
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Frederick County at Baker Park, Frederick, Maryland from noon to dusk. The two-stage set for the event will ensure family entertainment with rides, food, fireworks and more one and performances by Milk Mountain, Sons of Pirates, and 8 OHMS on the other. Wine and beer from three separate gardens will be available followed by an evening of fireworks. There is no admission fee for the celebrations.
Charles County Fairgrounds Fireworks
Station yourself at Charles County Fairgrounds (8440 Fairgrounds Road, La Plata, Maryland) by 10:30 pm on the Independence Day evening to celebrate with live music, food from vendors, rides for children and the must-show of fireworks. There is no admission fee to pay at the venue.
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Fourth of July fireworks show in Virginia: Top locations to visit
Stafford County
Those looking to celebrate Independence Day with food trucks, DJ and lawn games can head to John Lee Pratt Park (120 River Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia) with fireworks at 9:30 pm. According to NBC Washington, the event is free for residents of Stafford County and for others, there is a charge of $10 for every car and $5 for every walk-in. A life performance by the Fredericksburg concert band is also scheduled at 6:30 pm.
Manassas’ Celebrate America
The historic downtown of Manassas will start its celebration at 3:00 pm at Manassas Museum Lawn, 9101 Prince William St. The fireworks will begin at 9:15 pm preceded by fun activities including kids’ rides, face paintings, and food from vendors. People interested can bring chairs, tables and blankets and station themselves on the Manassas Museum lawn.
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Great Falls
Looking for farms to celebrate the Fourth of July? Head towards Turner Farm, 925 Springvale Rd., Great Falls in Virginia who are offering fun activities including inflatable rides, a climbing wall and a cornhole tournament at a donation of $20 per family and premium locations for fireworks at $150-$300. The farms will open at 6 pm and individuals can participate or volunteer for the tournament through their website. Fireworks will follow at 9 pm.
Fairfax: We Stand United
The Fairfax High School is celebrating Independence Day with historic home tours and parades at Fairfax High School, 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax. The evening shows will begin at 6:30 pm and fireworks at 9:30 pm. There is a space crunch in parking lots, however, people can park at Woodson High School and take a shuttle bus to the location of the fireworks, as reported by NBC Washington.
Great Meadow Independence Day Celebration
Head to 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains for a day full of activities priced at $50 per car in advance for up to six passengers and $60 at the gate. The Great Meadow is hosting their 35th annual Fourth of July celebrations which will start at 5 pm. Their award-winning fireworks with drones and will fire off at dusk. The day will kick off with an air show by the Flying Circus and lawn games for the family. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase or people can bring their picnic.
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