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Beloved Chargers hockey assistant captain Ryan O’Shea was struck and killed in a wrong-way driver accident on I-91 South.

Overall, that July 31st game would be the last time Jeter played in West Haven, but he would face off against the Ravens one more time.

Pinstripes In West Haven is the first-ever book showcasing the West Haven Yankees in any way, as Konareski’s work seeks to preserve that history lasts through his extensive research and storytelling.

From West Haven to PlayStaton As of September 2026, there has only been four podcasts to sponsor a car in NASCAR’s top three series (Cup, O’Reilly and Truck) throughout the sports' entire history, for the New York Sports Show and West Haven native Dominic Konareski he is one of the four. New York Sports Show logo can be seen on the sides of the Joey Gase Motorsports Chevrolet when you select Chad Finchum on the NASCAR 26 driver selection screen Earlier in 2026 the New York Sp

When Mayor Borer asked me to contribute by writing a page showcasing West Haven’s sporting history, I felt incredibly honored.

As seen in the West Haven Voice September 3rd, 2026, edition. See the original article here. The West Haven Twilight League played an All-Star game against the Greater Hartford Twilight League on Monday, August 24th. The game took place at Palmer Field in Middletown, as the two leagues with a combined 190-years of twilight baseball history in Connecticut faced off against each other. Photo credit: Greater Hartford Twilight League This was a multi-event night in what was a hom

The future of one of West Haven’s most historic sports landmarks may potentially enter a new chapter.

The future of Quigley Stadium, a cornerstone of Connecticut baseball history, has become the subject of intense speculation surrounding the future of its use.

West Haven Football is back and all geared up for their 2026 season. With OTAs beginning on August 13th, the Blue Devils will be more than ready for their home opening kickoff for Week 1.

What began as a passion project centered around West Haven, Connecticut sports history has quickly evolved into one of the most talked-about local sports books.

Gambardella, 22, has posted a 5.22 ERA in 13 games, which include 12 starts for the Black Bears this season.

Local West Haven author and sports media personality Dominic Konareski appeared on WTNH News 8’s Good Morning Connecticut show on Thursday, March 26th.

After being named interim head football coach in August of 2025 by a last-minute surprise stepping down by Rich Boshea, the 2026 West Haven Blue Devils football team are now officially Tom Unger’s. Unger has been a familiar face in both the classroom and field. A teacher by school day and a football coach when the dismissal bell rings. Unger brought over two decades of coaching experience to West Haven. He served as a D-line coach at Fairfield University in 2002, an assistant

West Haven, Connecticut native Gianni Gambardella has officially entered his senior season at the University of Maine as one of the Black Bears’ most experienced hurlers and a hopeful prospect in the upcoming 2026 Major League Baseball Draft. Standing at a towering 6-foot-2, Gambardella has developed into a key contributor for the Black Bears' pitching staff. Graduating as part of the 2022 Class at West Haven High School, Gambardella was already committed to UMaine afte

Dominic Konareski has long been a familiar and respected name in Connecticut’s local sports circles, and to kick off 2026 he added a new title to his résumé: Published Author. Konareski, a local sports historian and sports journalist, has released his first-ever book, Gloves, Engines & Glory: The Complete History of Savin Rock’s Golden Age of Sports . This deeply researched work captures nearly a century of athletic life along West Haven’s famed shoreline. For years, Konar

In the midst of year 100 as a hockey program, the West Haven Blue Devils have built up a legacy of winning, discipline and even pro hockey talent. Hockey at West Haven High goes back just after the First World War ended, with the forming of multiple New Haven area teams. West Haven and several other teams were formalized in 1926, following the upcoming opening of New Haven Arena in 1927. West Haven was one of the founding member schools / programs being just one of 12 high s

As seen in the West Haven Voice November 27th, 2025, edition. See the original article here. Usually once a week I scroll on eBay looking for West Haven sports history memorabilia, mainly surrounding the West Haven Yankees and racing programs from Donovan Field as I collect game programs, tickets and really anything having to do with West Haven sporting history. Several days ago I happened to come across a ticket stub from Savin Rock’s White City Stadium, featuring a boxing

Mid November featured a new career opportunity for West Haven native Simon Mathews in Major League Baseball. Mathews, a former minor league player himself, was hired by the Washington Nationals to be the team’s next pitching coach. Mathews had his 30th birthday in September and joined Washington as part of the front office push for a youth movement after spending time with the Cincinnati Reds as an assistant pitching coach. Mathews grew up in West Haven, Connecticut, but atte

It seems it has always fallen on the thanksgiving game for West Haven the past four years now, going onto five. In terms of making the playoffs or having the chance of a higher season. It has fallen on the 10th and last game of the Blue Devils season to be the ultimate decider. A 4-5 standing West Haven team is getting ready to close out its worst season since 2019, but everything that has happened in the regular season won’t matter if West Haven makes the playoffs. A fresh s

As seen in the West Haven Voice November 13th, 2025, edition. See the original article here. The majority of West Haven residents have likely heard the name of Ken Strong, especially if they have attended any West Haven sporting events at the high school. Ken Strong Stadium is home to the Blue Devils home turf for football, lacrosse and soccer and the surrounding track for track and field. But who is Ken Strong exactly, and why does he have an entire stadium named after him?