Philadelphia, We understand all of you are going through a challenging time right now with the pandemic and our annual event is likely toward the back of your mind, however it is with great sadness we announce
NEW: Jack Scheuer Scholarship
Jack Scheuer, a Philadelphia basketball legend, was beloved by all who he encountered. To honor his memory, we’re creating a scholarship in his name. Anyone who wishes, may make the fully tax deductible contribution via check to
WIP’S ANGELO CATALDI CHOSEN AS BILL CAMPBELL AWARD WINNER BY PSWA
Longtime early morning sports host Angelo Cataldi will need to stay up just a bit later than his usual bedtime on Monday January 20th. The veteran morning host has been chosen as this year’s recipient of the
All-Star J.T. Realmuto PSWA Athlete of the Year
Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto put together a standout season his first year in Philadelphia, slugging 25 homers, making the National League All-Star team and winning a Gold Glove for the first time in his career. He can add
Connor Barwin Named PSWA Humanitarian
Former Eagles defensive standout Connor Barwin, recently retired from the NFL, has stood out from the pack since his 2013 arrival in Philadelphia. We mean ways other than sacking quarterbacks or picking off passes. As the founder and president
2020 Banquet Update
It’s that time of year again! No, we’re not referring to turkey, stuffing or a jolly man in red giving out gifts – we mean the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association’s annual dinner is fast approaching! The 116th
Al Shrier was one of Temple’s all-time greats as sports information director for decades | Mike Jensen
During Sunday’s telecast of Temple’s basketball game, there was a little schtick, one of the announcers interviewing Stella the Owl. The actual owl, with handler. Except you couldn’t help but noticing the Temple hall of fame portraits
Temple RB Paul Palmer Honored for Hall of Fame Induction
The eighth-year was the charm for Paul Palmer. After having his name on the College Football Hall of Fame (HoF) ballot for seven years, Palmer finally earned the hall induction in December as a part of the
Joey Wendle of Kennett Square and Tampa Bay Rays chosen as PSWA’s Native Son
Kennett Square and West Chester University’s Joey Wendle had a strong year at second base for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2018, hitting .300, finishing fourth in American League Rookie of the Year voting and helping his
Sonny Hill Honored for Years of ‘Giving’
Philadelphia Sports Hall of Famer (HoF) Sonny Hill has been named recipient of this year’s Ed Snider Lifetime Humanitarian Award from the Philadelphia Sports Writers Association (PSWA). Snider was the 2013 recipient. Hill joins Phillies pitcher Aaron