News & Features
All-Around Commitment
After Impressive Victories, 12-Year-Old NYC Gymnast Eyes Olympic Stage
By Bonnie Rosenberg"Alright, come on! Let’s do it!" And with that from his coach, Ted Karakitsos' daily training regimen begins. On this day he’s dedicated to conquering the high bar. Climbing onto the blue, man-sized mat in order to reach the rail, the not-quite-5-foot-tall 12-year-old grabs hold of the bar and executes an impressive series of revolutions.
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Battle of the Ballparks
Yankee Stadium or Citi Field: Which provides the best family experience? After visiting each, we break it down for you
By Neil LandwehrNew York Family Sports knows that going to a major league baseball game in the summer is one of the best activities the city has to offer—and when parents can enjoy the day there with their families that only makes it better.
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Field Of (Kids') Dreams
With Many More Attractions, Citi Field Is Light Years Away from Ol' Shea
By Daniel WrightAfter a big cut, Kristy Jakubowski went home a proud, little girl—'cause she smoked one out to left field. Her older brother, Steve, hurled a precise fastball into the strike zone, sending one young Citi Field employee splashing into a tub full of water. All the while, their father, also named Steve, sat and listened to the smooth jams of the nearby DJ.
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Yankees: Good Family Value?
Parents Weigh High Prices, World Titles, When Visiting New Stadium
By Samuel ChamberlainNow that the New York Yankees have experienced one full year at their new stadium—and enjoyed a World Series championship during their inaugural season—we were wondering: How do families find the overall experience at the pricey baseball palace?
FYI
Time For Tennis
Sportime, Randall's Island Facility, Poised to Become Great NYC Tennis Mecca
By Elisabeth Frankel ReedIt's an early spring day in April, and 25 four-year-olds clutching tennis rackets eagerly await the fun they'll have at a birthday party—one of the first held at Sportime on Randall's Island. There have been many firsts at this new multi-sport facility and Summer 2010 promises even more excitement for both children and adults.
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From Father to Son
Gate Hill Day Camp Thrives on History, Grand Experiences and Family Care
By Teresa TobatIf there's one thing to know about Gate Hill Day Camp, is that it's a family affair. It's been that way for more than 20 years. And based on a generation of great experiences, the principals of the camp, who feel that they have the mix just right, intend to keep it that way.
