Kris Rhim

Intern, Sports Correspondent

Retired Sixer Bobby Jones (center) at the jacket ceremony for his Hall of Fame induction

Legendary Sixer Bobby Jones on his love for Philly — and its spaghetti

The “gentleman of the NBA" is being inducted into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame.

Villanova Wildcats guard Collin Gillespie (2) attempts a three point shot against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half of a game in the second round of the 2019 NCAA Tournament

Villanova basketball lost, but its starting point guard still feels lucky

Like everyone else, Philly native Collin Gillespie didn't expect the Wildcats to exit the NCAA Tournament so early. But he's still got two years to go.

This elite Philly running club fields Olympic qualifiers — but anyone is welcome to join

Members juggle marathon training with their regular school and work lives.

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