'Ted Lasso' Star Lands Pro Contract With Real Club, Fulfilling Childhood Dream
Fútbol is now real life for Dani Rojas.
Cristo Fernández, the actor who stars as Rojas on "Ted Lasso," has signed with El Paso Locomotive FC, the United Soccer League Championship club announced on Tuesday, May 12. Just like his energetic, joyful character on the hit Apple TV show, Fernández is also a forward.
Fernández, 35, joined El Paso after a two-month trial with the club. He trained regularly with the Locomotive and appeared in a preseason match against New Mexico United.
The Guadalajara native played at the youth level for Tecos FC, a club in Mexico's third …
New 'Hacks,' 'Euphoria' Seasons, Timothée Chalamet's 'Marty Supreme' Lead HBO April Offerings
HBO is delivering a star-studded lineup of returning favorites, blockbuster premieres, and critically acclaimed originals this month.
At the top of the list is the highly anticipated A24 film "Marty Supreme," starring Academy Award nominee Timothée Chalamet. The film debuts on HBO and HBO Max on Friday, April 24.
"Marty Supreme" follows Marty Mauser (Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, as he goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. The cast includes Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler Okonma, Abel Ferrara, Fran Drescher, Luke Manley, and Koto Kawaguch…
Siena Lacrosse Coach Liam Gleason Dies After Accident At Home; Community Mourns ‘Gentle Giant'
The Siena University community is grieving the loss of men’s lacrosse head coach Liam Gleason, who died Wednesday, Dec. 3, three days after suffering a serious head injury in an accident at his Saratoga County home. He was 41 years old.
News of Gleason's death has prompted an overwhelming outpouring of support from former players, colleagues, friends, and the wider lacrosse world.
The accident happened Sunday afternoon, Nov. 30, at his home in Halfmoon, as Daily Voice reported. According to information shared through a GoFundMe campaign, Gleason fell down a flight of stairs and sustained a …
Kearny Window Washer, 25, Takes Fatal Fall From Manhattan Building: Nypd
A 25-year-old man from New Jersey died after falling from an elevated position in Manhattan over the weekend, police said.
Officers responded around 9:11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19 to a 911 call of an aided male in front of 560 West 168th Street, according to an NYPD spokesperson.
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Upon arrival, officers found Ander Bustamante, on the sidewalk with injuries “indicative of falling from an elevated position,” police said.
Bustamante was taken by EMS to Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, according to police.
Bustam…
Scotch Plains Dad Dies In Crash, $150K Raised For Widow, Children
Brian Benson, of Scotch Plains, died in a car crash on Wednesday, Sept. 17, according to his obituary from Memorial Funeral Home. He was 46 years old.
Born in New York and raised in Mountain Lakes, Brian was a Rutgers graduate who built a two-decade career in medical device sales with Bausch and Lomb, Johnson & Johnson, and most recently RxSight, his obituary says.
“Brian was a valued member of the RxSight team, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in medical device sales and a deep commitment to his work,” a GoFundMe created by colleague Heather Spiri reads.
Brian was de…
Carteret History Teacher Dies After Massive Stroke: Fundraiser
Alan Harris, a history teacher at Carteret Junior High School, died on Saturday, Sept. 6 after suffering a massive stroke, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family.
Aside from teaching history, Harris was a soccer coach who also helped with the Cub Scouts, according to the fundraiser. He is survived by his wife, Holly, and his three sons, Henry, 9, James, 6 and Oliver, 4.
With a very heavy heart , the football/soccer community has lost an amazing guy in Alan Harris.
I had many great times... Posted by U.K.A on Tuesday, September 9, 2025
"At home, Alan’s love and joy …
Extras Needed In Cameron Diaz Netflix Movie Filming In NJ/NYC
A new Netflix feature film starring Cameron Diaz is casting before production in the New York and New Jersey area.
The movie, "Bad Day," is looking for boys and girls ages 9 to 12 to portray members of soccer teams in a tournament scene, according to a casting notice. The shoot is scheduled for Nov. 3, 4, 5, and 10 in New York City.
According to NJ Advance Media, the film also needs bicyclists 18 and up (with their own bikes) for scenes in New Jersey expected to be filmed Sept. 29 and 30, as well as Oct. 2, 3, 6, and 8. Casting directors tell the outlet that most of the film will be produce…
Cranford's Greg Swenson, Teacher, Athlete, Husband, New Dad, Dies At 29
The death of Gregory "Greg" Swenson, a new father, educator, and lifelong athlete, is spreading shock and sadness across multiple states.
Greg, 29, of Cranford, NJ, died peacefully on Saturday, July 12 following a short illness, according to his obituary on the Gray Funeral Home.
Greg's death comes six months after welcoming a baby boy, Lars, with his wife and college sweetheart, Morgan. A GoFundMe page launched for the pair had raised nearly $70,000 as of press time.
A Farmingdale, NY native, Greg later moved to East Lyme where he was a three-sport athlete at East Lyme High School, h…
‘I Want A Turkey Leg!’: Fans Fume As State Fair Meadowlands Pauses For FIFA World Cup
The State Fair Meadowlands, one of New Jersey’s biggest summer events, is taking a two-year hiatus to make way for soccer.
The fair, held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, will not return until Summer 2027, organizers announced.
The decision comes at the request of MetLife Stadium, which is hosting nine FIFA Club World Cup matches this summer, including the semifinals and final, and eight FIFA World Cup games in 2026, including the World Cup final.
“We will be reimagining our fair to make it bigger, better, and more family-friendly than ever,” fair officials said.
But longtime …
Plainfield Teacher, Soccer Coach Joseph Colodne Dies Suddenly, 46
Multiple New Jersey school and soccer communities are mourning the sudden loss of Joseph “Joe” Colodne, a longtime educator and coach known for his passion, mentorship, and heart.
Colodne, of Fanwood, died unexpectedly Wednesday, June 18, loved ones announced. He was a history teacher at Plainfield High School and an assistant women’s soccer coach at Kean University.
“Joe was so many things,” said Kean women’s soccer head coach Brian Doherty. “A great coach, great mentor, great friend and more than that, just a great person.”
“He was more than just a coach in our program. He was an educato…
Park Planned In Coopersburg To Honor Memory Of Ayden Scharper, 19, Mom Says
A local park honoring Southern Lehigh graduate and standout athlete Ayden Scharper is being planned in Coopersburg, his mother announced in a fundraiser launched just days after his death.
Ayden J. Scharper, 19, died by suicide in Allentown on Friday, June 6, and now his family is working to preserve his memory by building a recreational space that reflects his love for sports and the outdoors.
His mother, Jessica Scharper, launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $30,000 for a park in Coopersburg. In the first four days, it has brought in more than $22,000 from over 200 donors.
“New homes an…
