Today in Entertainment History Jun 30, 2008
He showed up at the ceremony with some of his co-stars from the movie "A League Of Their Own.". In 1994, Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament of Pearl Jam testified before a congressional hearing concerning rising concert ticket prices. (WCAX.com, VT)
Maddin draws us in to the bareback months of Winnipeg Jun 20, 2008
But nothing defines us like the good old hockey game and, in the ghostly remains of the Winnipeg Arena, former bladesmen of yore can be seen lacing them up, sleep-skating through eternity in a league of their own. Please, oh please, don't tell Ron MacLean. (Globe and Mail)
Making sense of the AFI's 'Top 10 Films in 10 Genres' list Jun 19, 2008
I was surprised that A League of Their Own and Rudy weren't included with the Sports movies, Close Encounters and Star Trek weren't in Sci-Fi (and 2001 was--talk about one of the most overrated movies ever) and that Doctor Zhivago wasn't included as an Epic movie ... But for my two cents, Se7en out-mysteried Blue Velvet by a mile, and A League of Their Own was so much better than Jerry Maguire. (Entertainment Weekly)
Live from Los Angeles: Hollywood Stars Jun 19, 2008
Also on hand will be actor Jon Lovitz, who starred as Ernie Capadino in the 1992 baseball film "A League of their Own"; Sean Astin and Tom Arnold, who both appeared in the recent baseball film "The Final Season"; actor Cristian de la Fuente, who plays a Florida Marlins shortstop on the television show "In Plain Sight"; model Kendra Wilkinson, who plays third base and center field in a Los Angeles softball league; actor D.B. Sweeney, who played Shoeless Joe Jackson in the classic baseball movie... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Movies that make a man cry May 31, 2008
A League of Their Own. By forfeiting-guy-card. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
American Idol Final Performances: A Tale of Two Davids May 21, 2008
And don't even get me started on "A League of Their Own." Betty Spaghetti's husband dies and I'm a pile of sobbing goo on the floor. But everything can't melt me, and David Archuleta is one of those things. (The Palm Beach Post)
Its summer break ” get dirty May 20, 2008
There s a line in the movie A League of Their Own when a female baseball player fondly advises a group of school age kids, Get dirty. That s my sentiment exactly this time of year. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Lady Warriors' softball season comes to abrupt end May 8, 2008
But there's another that is repeated just as often, the one where he turns to one of his female baseball players in "A League of Their Own'' and asks, "Are you crying. There's no crying in baseball. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
10 of the top 15 DvD's to rent this summer May 6, 2008
A League of Their Own (1992) Summertime: time for vacations, lazy days, catching up on movies and for a lot of people, time for baseball season ... "A League of Their Own" captures a time in America's history where women literally had to step up to the plate ... But beyond an interesting look into part of baseball past, "A League of Their Own" is a great story that leaves for nothing but an entertaining, feel good movie that everyone should see - even if you are not a baseball fan. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Time for Hawks to PUSH IT! Apr 22, 2008
Granted the Celtics are in a league of their own and the Pistons sleepwalked through yesterday s game, but that s still no excuse to get your gluteuses handed to you on a platter the way the Hawks did last night, on the same night the Sixers scrap their way to an upset victory. By richbrave. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Noted comic visiting Andalusia Monday Apr 17, 2008
In addition to becoming a hit on CMT and the production of the Southern Fried Chicks Comedy Tour, May has been in the movie, "A League of Their Own." She has also been on the Oprah Winfrey Show and has been a guest on the "Bob and Tom," "John Boy and Billy," "Rick and Bubba" and "Ask Etta" radio programs as well as winning many awards for her comedy. CAC executive director Paula Harr said the council is "excited" that May will be doing her stand-up routine here. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Claeys: 15 minutes of fame? More like four seconds in "Crash Landing" Apr 11, 2008
Lori Petty, an actress best known for starring opposite Geena Davis in the major motion picture "A League of Their Own.". Norm Waitt, a computer maker turned movie producer ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding" among others). (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Clooney tackles football, pulls hamstring Apr 10, 2008
It's difficult not to compare Leatherheads to all the great period sports movies--but it doesn't have the heart of The Natural, it lacks the authenticity of Eight Men Out and it isn't as much fun as A League of Their Own. If you want to make the story about the genesis of football, give us more information. (Vancouver Courier)
'The Great One' drops in on Royals Mar 25, 2008
Jones has a baseball background -- she played a Racine pitcher in the movie "A League of Their Own.". "So she was out there battling today. She had more fun than anybody," Gretzky said. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Conducting with flair Mar 23, 2008
Tom Hanks was hilarious as the fictional Jimmy Dugan in "A League of Their Own," and James Gammon pretty much got it right playing Lou Brown in "Major League." Danny Glover wasn't bad as George Knox in "Angels in the Outfield.". Real life is better. (Boston Globe)
Those damn (decent) Yankees! Mar 21, 2008
Tom Hanks, while playing Jimmy Duggan in the movie "A League of their Own," uttered the immortal words, "There's no crying in baseball!". I beg to differ. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Code breakers who created a league of their own Mar 15, 2008
A CENTURY ago Dally Messenger, the son of a boat builder, and a highly accomplished sculler, would sometimes row down the Parramatta River in between training, having just switched codes, controversially, to the new and more professional game of rugby league for Easts. The riverbank was swampy, but to the south were some saleyards around Homebush Bay. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
New Name Possible For Wrigley Field Feb 28, 2008
Many movies have also been filmed at Wrigley Field, like "A League of Their Own," "Ferris Buellers Day Off," "Rookie of the Year" and "The Break-Up.". The 1980 comedy "The Blues Brothers" highlighted landmarks all around the city. (Click2Houston, TX)
HBO and Comcast in Partnership With the Virginia Film Office to Host Star- Studded Virginia Premiere of HBO Films Epic Miniseries Event JOHN ADAMS at Historic Byrd Theatre on Sunday, March 9 Feb 28, 2008
He has produced such films as "Cast Away," "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," "The Polar Express," "The Ant Bully" and HBO Films' "Starter for Ten." His TV producing credits include the award-winning HBO miniseries "From the Earth To The Moon" and "Band of Brothers," and the current HBO series "Big Love." As an actor, Hanks has been Oscar-nominated five times and won twice, for "Philadelphia" and "Forrest Gump." His feature film acting credits also include "The Da Vinci Code," "The Polar Express,"... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Book Life - Find out which books, music local celebrities can’t put down Feb 18, 2008
Scrabble enthusiasts have a league of their own. Every Monday evening, anywhere between two and 40 people gather in the library with one thing on their minds words. (Missoulian, MT)
Hot Box, TV to talk about Feb 5, 2008
Movies: Global has the first Fantastic Four at 9, AMC has Ferris Bueller's Day Off at 10:30, and Showcase Diva double-bills two of my favourite "sports" movies, Men With Brooms at 10:05, followed at 12:30 by A League of their Own (or go to bed and catch them tomorrow at 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.). more in entertainment Recent special sections. (Toronto Star)
Brady thrives in role as stud' Feb 1, 2008
He rattles off a list of great quarterbacks Joe Montana, Steve Young, John Elway, Terry Bradshaw, Dan Marino, Brett Favre and says, Theyre in a league of their own. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Will an "emotional moment" be a weakness in the White House? Jan 19, 2008
In the movie A League of Their Own, Tom Hanks plays a 1940 s manager reluctantly overseeing the first women s professional baseball team. And his classic line, There s no crying in baseball. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
HILLARY TEARS IN EYES... Jan 8, 2008
Political Radar: Clinton Gets Emotional on Campaign Trail. Clinton Gets Emotional on Campaign Trail. (The Drudge Report)
5Top: Memorable Tom Hanks films Dec 22, 2007
A League of Their Own (1992). Columbia Pictures. (MSNBC -- News)
Artists, entertainers who died in 2007 include Deborah Kerr, Kurt Vonnegut, Robert Goulet Dec 20, 2007
Player in World War II-era women s baseball league immortalized in A League of Their Own. Jan. 16. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Artists and entertainers who died in 2007 Dec 12, 2007
Player in World War II-era women's baseball league immortalized in "A League of Their Own." Jan. 16. Pookie Hudson, 72. (MSNBC -- News)
Ratchet and Clank Future Review Nov 21, 2007
Insomniac is in a league of their own and have only themselves to disappoint or set a new standard. True to form they have out done themselves with the PS3 debut of Ratchet and Clank, once again setting the bar very high which is great for players. (Suite101.com)
Examining the Pats' schedule Nov 5, 2007
They added three more Sunday against Indianapols to be in a league of their own. TDs by New England: 46. (USA Today -- Sports)
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Hot rodders were in a league of their own with their buzz words know only to their fellow rodders. They knew when to agitate the gravel and leave the scene, in their bent eight , V-8 engine cars. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Making tennis grow Nov 2, 2007
I can't help but think of sports movies like "A League of their Own," "The Scout" and "A Talent for the Game," which illustrates how trained experts have an eye for choosing future gifted baseball players. If it can be done in baseball, it certainly can be accomplished in tennis. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Rosie O'Donnell Cancels TV Appearances Sep 26, 2007
The A League of Their Own star was scheduled to sit down with news anchor Diane Sawyer for a segment on Good Morning America in the beginning of October, but O'Donnell's publishers have mysteriously pulled the plug on the much-anticipated interview. This comes just days after O'Donnell reportedly turned down an appearance on Oprah Winfrey's daytime talk show. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
What the hell is wrong with The View? Sep 21, 2007
Rosie O'DonnellBefore: O'Donnell's show-biz career was on solid ground even before she threw her hat into the daytime TV ring, with a successful standup act and roles in hit films such as "A League Of Their Own," "Sleepless In Seattle" and "The Flintstones." (Also "Exit To Eden," but what can you do. Then came "The Rosie O'Donnell Show," in all of its Broadway-promoting, koosh-ball-flinging glory, and O'Donnell became a household name. (MSNBC -- News)
The Natural Returns to St. Louis Aug 17, 2007
La Russa was required to "keep it together" because, as codified most succinctly by Tom Hanks (in "A League of Their Own"), "There's no crying in baseball.". But there can be redemption. (Townhall.com)
Top 25 notable quotables: Straight from the celeb's mouth Aug 13, 2007
Straight from the celeb's mouth - USATODAY.com. Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today -- Life)
Penalty shoot out Aug 6, 2007
In fact, the film is a sport movie in the league of Bend it Like Beckham and a Hollywood movie starring Tom Hanks called A League of Their Own ... Says Amin,"The idea for this script had been there in Jaideep's mind for long time. When it came to his mind, it didn't seem like a movie at all. It's about women's championship hockey. Like in any sport, the women's section hardly gets any attention. Also, hockey is a national sport and deserves more attention. It's also a tough sport, in which... (The Statesman)
Nuxhall Camp Teaches Skills That Reach Off The Field Aug 2, 2007
These boys and girls are in a league of their own. After all, where else can you run the bases, chat with the ol' lefthander, and learn some valuable lessons about life off the field. (WKRC.com, OH)
Media-savvy femmes work to reverse sterotypes Aug 1, 2007
An unwitting feminist icon, Davis says the response by women and girls to her starring roles in "Thelma e" and "A League of Their Own" eventually led her in 2004 to form See Jane, a nonprofit that aims to reduce gender stereotyping in media for children 11 and under ... "And then teenage girls told me that they played sports because of 'A League of Their Own.' It really brought it home to me how few opportunities we give women and girls to feel that way when they come out of a movie -- to feel... (Variety)
Cooperstown or bust Jul 27, 2007
" I also heard one store clerk saying she had heard that her grandmother had heard that Brad Pitt, Oprah and, possibly the President, would be coming as well. That seems pretty well sourced, don't you think? We saw the golf course next to the posh hotel where the Hall of Famers will be staying. Fans were lined up along the fairways hoping for a glimpse of someone, anyone, famous. Baseball trivia for the day: What is the highest grossing baseball movie of all time, according to an intern working... (North County Times)
Helyar: Oil Can Boyd's Traveling All-Stars Jul 27, 2007
of a league of their own ... This team represents a start, however humble, in developing a league of their own ... There are two college coaches who bespeak the potential synergies between HBCUs and black-oriented youth leagues like MJBL. The Black Barons' Adams is on board with a proposal Forrester will advance to the Inner City Classic entrants to form a league of their own. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Three Bulls selected for KIT League all-star team Jul 23, 2007
The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. at League Stadium, which was rebuilt for the movie A League of Their Own, which was filmed there. A home run derby and a workout for pro scouts is also scheduled tomorrow. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Hall brings Cooperstown to FanFest Jul 7, 2007
The plaque includes information on the women who played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which the movie "A League of Their Own" was based on. "The exhibit and the movie has helped females understand that they have a piece of the game too," Spencer said. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Film tells underdog story of Mighty Macs women's basketball team Jul 2, 2007
Rush, now 60 and semiretired, describes the film as part "Sister Act," part "Hoosiers" and part "A League of Their Own.". You might as well add "Rocky," the fictional boxer who was perhaps Philadelphia's most famous underdog since, well, the Mighty Macs. (NEPA News, PA)
Rosie stirs up hornets' nest Jun 27, 2007
O'Donnel, 45, has appeared in the films Sleepless in Seattle, A League of Their Own and The Flinstones, and, up until last month, was co-host of the US TV talk show The View. She is a staunch supporter of gun control measures and a vocal Iraq war critic. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Davis pushes for female roles Jun 23, 2007
"I was the tallest girl in my (high school) class and I felt very uncoordinated. The first time I ever played baseball was for "A League of Their Own" (1992). It was a big challenge," she says. "Being good at sports made me feel so different. You become less judgmental on how you look, and focus more on what your body can accomplish. Girls who play sports have improved body image, better grades and are less likely to drop out and get into drugs.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Geena Davis lobbies for more females in children's films Jun 22, 2007
The first time I ever played baseball was for "A League of Their Own" (1992). It was a big challenge," she says."Being good at sports made me feel so different. (Florida Today)
Brother and sister act Jun 12, 2007
She was an extra player in A League of Their Own, the 1992 movie portraying the All-American Girls Baseball League of the 1940s, during World War II. Koch was the pitcher in the first minutes of the movie who pitched to Geena Davis. Davis, aka Dottie Hinson, got this big hit to win a game off Koch, which superscout Ernie Capadino (Jon Livitz) witnessed. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
The Flip Side Jun 10, 2007
" What a coincidence. Same problem as A-Rod. Speaking of New York's favorite whipping boy, it turns out his alleged blond bombshell stripper friend, Joslyn Morse, attended Regis High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the same alma mater as Scripture-quoting NFL quarterback Kurt Warner and 2007 Masters champ Zach Johnson. That should answer any questions on small-town diversity. Detroit Tigers designated hitter and sociologist Gary Sheffield says MLB prefers Latin players over equally talented... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Sky's goal: Just win and the fans will show Jun 6, 2007
Referencing the movie "A League Of Their Own," in which the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which existed between 1943-54, openly showcased its players' appeal by dressing them in skirts on the field, the e-mailer suggested the WNBA follow suit. Not by putting its players in skirts but by taking a page, he suggested, from women's tennis and, ahem, revealing basketball players' bodies in a more flattering light. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Student-athlete survey: Lauren Covington May 27, 2007
A League of Their Own. What is your favorite pre-game meal. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
In a league all her own May 26, 2007
And, before you ask, she's none of the girls portrayed in the movie "A League of Their Own." Although, like Kit in the movie, she pitched the winning game. "She was the pitcher for the Racine Belles in the movies. I was the pitcher for the real game for the real Racine Belles in real life. I can always say I relate to her," Wisham said. (The St. Augustine Record)
Games people play May 18, 2007
A League of Their Own (1992): While it is true that loads of movies about baseball have been made, this is one of the very few that features an all-female team. The film is anchored on the story of two sisters (Geena Davis and Lori Petty) who join the first female professional baseball league, but it has enough oddball characters (Madonna and Rosie ODonnell, anyone. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Book excerpt May 18, 2007
"She wore a mask," Klesko said, "but no shin guards." The mother of former major-league infielder Casey Candaele played in the Women's Professional Baseball League, which was glorified in the movie A League of Their Own. "She had a better swing than mine," Candaele said with a smile. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Relay For Life Set For Friday May 17, 2007
Each team chose a favorite movie earlier this year and will decorate their campsites in theme with the movies, a few includingCars, Pirates of the Caribbean, A League of Their Own and Barnyard. Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society s signature fund-raising event that brings communities together in hope, celebration and memory. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Polk County Actresses Sophia Bairley, Alana Locke Live Their Dream May 9, 2007
"The Poker House" is the feature directorial debut of Petty, an actress perhaps best known for playing Kit in the 1992 baseball movie "A League of Their Own.". "Lori was awesome," Sophia said. (The Ledger)
Accolades for Geena Davis May 2, 2007
She and Susan Sarandon took charge of their unfulfilling lives in 1991's Thelma & Louise, and she rallied with baseball teammates Rosie O'Donnell and Madonna in 1992's A League of Their Own. Both roles earned her Golden Globe nominations. (USA Today)
High Schools Apr 29, 2007
April 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE) : If someone's looking to make a sequel to the movie A League of Their Own, the Our Lady of Peace softball team could serve as a model. CHULA VISTA, April 28 (UNION-TRIBUNE) : Bonita Vista High shortstop Mariah Gearhart doesn't have a home run trot, but after the week the senior had she might want to consider working on one. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Greenville dedicates special ball field Apr 17, 2007
Nevertheless, the 6-year-old participates in Greenville's Challenger League, a separate division of Little League Baseball that gives boys and girls with physical and mental disabilities a league of their own. Though she can't speak, her smiles Monday at the wind-swept Elm Street Park spoke volumes as contributors and city officials manned gold-painted spades to turn over ground for the diamond that will serve special needs children. (The Daily Reflector)
Baseball Finds Wa in Tokyo Apr 15, 2007
" Paraphrasing Tom Hanks in "A League of Their Own," he added, "There's no tie games in baseball. " But what better metaphor for the Japanese ideal of wa, or harmony, than a long contest culminating with the conclusion that both teams are equal? It's like a Zen riddle: "What is the sound of no team scoring. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Universal Pictures and Stuber/Parent Productions Begin Principal Photography on the Comedy 'the Better Man,' Starring an All-Star Cast Led by Martin Lawrence and Directed by Malcolm D. Lee Apr 13, 2007
"The Better Man's" editor is George Bowers ("The Preacher's Wife," "A League of Their Own"). The costume designer is Danielle Hollowell ("Undercover Brother," "The Best Man"). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ladies who lug Apr 13, 2007
Aside from the female-run firm, Capsule, in Birmingham, and a woman in Brighton who runs a similar company with her male business partner, they're practically in a league of their own, especially when it comes to larger organisations. "I don't know of any female promoters or talent buyers who work for the big promotion companies," says Isla, "which seems insane with so many concert promoters in the country." Not that they mind working in such a male-dominated area. (Guardian Unlimited)
Revamped club celebrates WSHS students’ differences Apr 11, 2007
They watched Remember the Titans and A League of Their Own, discussing issues depicted in the films. The movie nights will continue, with The Pursuit of Happyness on deck. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Trainer pens screenplay inspired by parish softball coaches Apr 7, 2007
"There is a huge world out there in softball that love the sport and played the sport. They really don't have a movie. A League of Their Own is the closest they got and its 50 years removed and its baseball.". Harper started going with his daughter, who is the current film "The Reaping," to acting classes at the Louisiana Film Center in Baton Rouge. (Gonzales Ascension Citizen, LA)
Oddball: Rosie O'Donnell, Injured Kid On Our Baseball-Movie All-Star Team Mar 31, 2007
Third Base: Doris Murphy, played by Rosie O'Donnell in "A League of Their Own" These days, O'Donnell is busy throwing brushback pitches at Donald Trump on "The View." But, in consideration of a memorable performance and another thin position, we've chosen a female all-star to man the Hot Corner. "I'd rather see Roger Dorn from 'Major League,' " DeJesus chuckled, remembering Corbin Bernsen's vain third-sacker. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Women's Basketball Takes On Florida State In First Round NCAA Action Saturday Mar 15, 2007
A League of Their Own 8. Basic Instinct 9. (Odusports.com)
