Shula's Golf Course to reopen Wednesday

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Tuesday, April 28, 2020

The Senator Course at historic Shula’s Golf Club will reopen for play on Wednesday.Life has changed for everyone coping with the COVID-19 outbreak, and that includes golfers who want to get back on the links.During the reopening, the main goal will be the safety of staff and guests, the golf course said. Players will be required to follow strict guidelines set by Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez. These guidelines include:*Players will...

Town to induct late HML coach into Sports Hall of Fame

Sports By David Snelling, Reporter Wednesday, April 15, 2020

Mike Uspensky was in hospice care at his Miami Lakes home when his wife Carolyn shared some news: The town council approved the entry of the retired, much loved football coach into the Sports Hall of Fame. Uspensky, 72, died that night, April 2. He had suffered with complications from diabetes over many years, his wife said. “He would’ve loved the honor,” Carolyn Uspensky said of the induction ceremony. “It meant the world to him.”...

Workout: To do at home, in the gym or on the go

Sports By Ricky Ali Personal Trainer Shula’s Athletic Club Wednesday, April 15, 2020

The Bicep Curl If you want fierce-looking upper arms, the bicep curl will shape the muscles that help with heavy lifting. Another benefit to this calisthenic: It works your core, outer abdominal muscles and the muscles in your upper back, too.1. With feet pointing straight and planted directly beneath your hips, stand on an exercise band and pull the handles up toward your hips.2. Stretch your head toward the ceiling, lift your...

Workout: To do at home, in the gym or on the go

Sports By Ricky Ali Personal Trainer Shula’s Athletic Club Thursday, April 2, 2020

The Straight Leg Situp Ah, the situp. Just saying the word brings back memories of gym class drills that required us to perform dozens of sit-ups in a minute. This version is a bit easier on the back of your upper thighs, because you don’t have to fall all the way forward and touch your elbows to your knees. Though it isn’t easy, it can strengthen the entire abdominal complex (think of your six pack!) as well as your legs (hip...

Miami Dade coach tallies 600 wins

Sports By David Snelling, Reporter Thursday, April 2, 2020

For Susan Summons, women’s basketball coach at Miami Dade College, the accolades keep accumulating.Summons celebrated her 600th career win late last year when the Lady Sharks defeated Daytona State College,85-71, while on the road.“It is tremendous to accomplish such a legacy that will stand in the history of this MDC program but even more rewarding to know that we have helped so many students athletes reach their own educational and athletic...
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