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South Wales Argus
a day ago
- General
- South Wales Argus
Newport children's home to welcome residents this summer
Ty Ash, located in Newport and operated by Action for Children, was visited by Dawn Bowden MS, minister for children and social care, on May 30 for a tour of the new therapeutic facility. The four-bedroom home will welcome its first residents this summer. Ms Bowden said: "I am pleased the Welsh Government has provided important funding to renovate Ty Ash and proud of the work we have done alongside Action for Children, the Regional Partnership Board and Newport City Council to get to this point. "This is about more than funding though – it's about transforming the care experience for children and young people. "By eliminating profit from the system, we are reinvesting in people, in communities, and in the principle that care should be driven by compassion, not commercial gain." Ty Ash was developed through the Housing with Care Fund (HCF), a Welsh Government programme designed to improve housing options for individuals with care and support needs. The home will provide 52-week residential placements for up to four children aged eight to 18, who are looked after by local authorities in the Gwent area. Laurie Ryall, Action for Children's director in Wales, said: "It was a pleasure to welcome the minister to our new children's home in Newport and see another HCF-funded project come to fruition. "We are very proud of our homes in Wales and the positive impact they have on young people that have often faced significant trauma." Ms Ryall said the minister had previously attended training on the charity's therapeutic approach and showed a genuine interest in its work with care-experienced children. Emma Coombs, Ty Ash's registered manager, said: "It's taken a lot of hard work to reach this point, but we are delighted with the home. "It's a beautiful property and we have finished it to a very high standard. "It's central to our whole philosophy that we make it a real home from home and I'm sure the children will quickly feel as comfortable and safe as possible in our loving environment."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Former GM floats Red Sox blockbuster trade for ‘true ace' Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates have publicly stated that they don't want to trade Paul Skenes. But as one former MLB general manager notes, it might be their wisest course of action. On Wednesday, former GM Jim Bowden laid out five different trade proposals that might motivate the Pirates to trade away their 22-year-old ace. One of those proposals is for the Boston Red Sox. Advertisement A trade for Skenes wouldn't come cheap. Bowden described the young star as 'the most valuable trade asset in decades' due to his unique combination of talent, price and youth. 'He has more than four years of team control remaining and is the hardest type of player to acquire in the major leagues: a true ace, face of the franchise and fan favorite,' Bowden wrote." So what would it take for Boston to pry away one of the brightest talents in baseball? Bowden suggests a package of prospects: OF Roman Anthony, 2B/SS Franklin Arias, 1B/OF Justin Gonzales, RHP Luis Perales. 'To start the package, the Red Sox could offer Anthony, the top position-player prospect in baseball, whom the Pirates could promote to the majors immediately, giving him a chance to win NL Rookie of the Year this season,' Bowden wrote. 'They'd also improve their longer-term future by acquiring a middle infielder in Arias, a power bat in Gonzales and a power arm in Perales. Meanwhile, for Boston, a rotation led by Skenes and Garrett Crochet would be a game-changer.' Advertisement Skenes has already established himself as one of the most exciting talents in baseball. However, Pittsburgh doesn't have much else on the roster. Here's the other thing: The franchise is notoriously cheap. Bowden doubted that the Pirates would be willing or able to shell out the "$350 million to $400 million" it would take to lock up Skenes before he hits free agency. For now, the Pirates are saying all the right things. When asked about the idea of trading Skenes, former Red Sox general manager Ben Cherington said the idea was off the table. 'No, it's not at all part of the conversation,' Cherington said to reporters. Advertisement But should it be? Pittsburgh has the second-worst record in the National League and not much optimism to be a contender during the next few years. A Skenes trade could alter the course of the franchise moving forward. But it wouldn't come cheap. If you're the Red Sox, you have to consider it – even if it means giving up the No. 1 prospect in baseball. More Red Sox coverage Read the original article on MassLive.
Edinburgh Reporter
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Scotland women in Triangular test
Scotland's women's hockey squad face a tough challenge when they travel to Manchester this weekend for the Bowden Triangular involving Wales and the England Development Squad. The 18-strong squad is minus several injured players and those with play-offs in foreign leagues, but it is a vital one for the coaching staff as it is the final weekend before head coach Chris Duncan and his assistant Jimmy Culnane make their final selection ahead of the Euro Hockey Championship in Munchengladbach, Germany, from August 8 to 17. Scotland open their campaign in Germany against England on August 10 (10.15am) and then play Spain the following day (13.30) before squaring-up to Belgium on August 13 (12.15). Pool matches follow to determine the finishing positions. Two of the this weekend's squad actually play for the Bowden club, Eve Pearson and Rebecca Birch, and the Manchester-based outfit are considered one of the leading teams in the North-West of England. They compete in the Premiership. Three players are from Edinburgh-based Watsonians and another three from The University of Edinburgh, with Edinburgh-born Amy Costello travelling over from Holland where she plays with Hocky Club HGC in Wassenaar. Duncan said: 'We believe this triangular tournament will be good preparation for the EuroHockey event in Germany and it certainly suits in terms of cost. Travelling to Santiago in Chile earlier this year for the FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup was expensive. 'This venue is also in the middle of the UK and convenient for Wales and England as well as ourselves and he games will test us.' He added: 'It is also great to take international hockey to a club venue, particularly one which is highly respected. Bowden is in South Manchester and was established in 1886 and is one of the premier clubs in the North-West. 'It is a family club with multiple generations playing hockey and this is a tremendous opportunity to allow club players to see international hockey on their doorstep. Hopefully, it will encourage the club players to think of the future and possibly become international players, the next generation. 'We are taking 18 players to the tournament. We have some who are long-term injured and they miss out along with foreign-based players who have end-of-season, play-offs, but this is an important event for us as we can see players again in a tournament situation and possibly try things ahead of Germany. 'It is also the last time we will play any games before we make our selection for Germany, but those who don't travel with us to Manchester are not written out of the selection process. We have 30 in the squad and we have to whittle that down to 18 in the next few weeks.' SQUAD FOR BOWDEN: Amber Murray (Sutton Coldfield), Amy Costello (HGC, Holland), Ava Findlay, Caterina Nelli, Connie Roxburgh, Ruth Blaikie (University of Edinburgh), Ava Wadsworth (Durham University), Ellie Mackenzie (Surbiton), Eve Pearson, Rebecca Birch (Bowden), Fiona Burnet, Katherine Holdgate, Sarah Jamieson (Watsonians), Frances Lonergan (Western Wildcats), Jessica Buchanan, Katie Bitch (Wimbledon), Jennifer Eadie, Millie Steiger (Clydesdale Western) FLASHBACK: Scotland women in Munchengladbach two years ago. Picture Nigel Duncan Like this: Like Related
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Jim Bowden Urges Phillies Not To Pick Up Jose Alvarado's $9 Million Option
Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado was suspended 80 games after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance. In the wake of that suspension, the Phillies will have to look elsewhere for bullpen help. But it could also spell the end of Alvarado's time in Philadelphia. Former MLB general manager Jim Bowden on Fourl Territory urged the Phillies not to pick up Alvarado's $9 million option for the 2026 season. When Bowden was asked what he'd do with Alvarado's option, he said, "Bye. Bye. Yeah, I'll replace him. I'll spend the money elsewhere. I'll spend $6 million more and get a better closer." Normally, with how Alvarado has pitched, there wouldn't be any question of whether they should pick it up or not. But his suspension has jeopardized the Phillies' 2025 season and Alvarado's $9 million contract option in 2026. Advertisement Through his first 20 games before the suspension, Alvarado had a 2.70 ERA and seven saves. He struck out 25 batters compared to just four walks. His strikeout-to-walk ratio was more than double his career average. Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado (46) throws a pitch against the San Francisco Giants in the ninth inning at Citizens Bank Ross-Imagn Images His suspension hurt the Phillies significantly and will also drastically reduce his chances of earning the $9 million option that was on the table. Bowden, a former MLB general manager, had a strong opinion on whether that option should be used. While he was pitching his way towards earning his $9 million option, Bowden believes he doesn't deserve it anymore. Instead, the Phillies could, in the eyes of Bowden, spend a little more than the $9 million allocated to Alvarado and acquire a better reliever. Advertisement Alvarado's suspension is a massive blow to the Phillies for the remainder of the 2025 season, the 2025 postseason, and even into 2026. Rob Thomson will have his work cut out for him as he deals with a shortened staff amid Alvarado's suspension. The Phillies will have a decision to make in the offseason about whether to bring Alvarado back or not. For the former general manager, Bowden, that decision should be an easy one. Move on from Alvarado and look elsewhere for a new reliever. Related: John Kruk Calls Out Phillies' Jose Alvarado Amid Suspension Related: Phillies' Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games After Testing Positive For PEDs
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dabo Swinney Joins Nick Saban, Bobby Bowden, Tom Osborne in Elite Coaching Milestone
Dabo Swinney's latest milestone has placed him in elite company—and underscored just how remarkable his run at Clemson has been. With the Tigers' nine-win season in 2024, Swinney became just the fourth head coach in major college football history to record at least 14 consecutive seasons with nine or more wins at a single program. He joins Tom Osborne (Nebraska), Nick Saban (Alabama), and Bobby Bowden (Florida State) on that exclusive list. All three are not only national championship winners but iconic program-builders whose names are etched into the fabric of college football. Now, Swinney is right there with them. What makes Swinney's accomplishment unique is the context in which it has happened. Osborne built his dynasty before scholarship limits and the current era of parity. Bowden's dominance came before NIL and the transfer portal. Advertisement And while Saban's streak happened in the modern age, his success came in large part through embracing roster mobility. Swinney, in contrast, has been steadfast in his approach to development over the portal, prioritizing retention, culture, and long-term growth over quick fixes. Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney and Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban smile on the field before the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game at Levi's Stadium.© Kirby Lee-Imagn Images In that sense, his path is arguably most similar to Bowden's. Both coaches built their programs with a foundation of stability and internal leadership. And like Bowden, Swinney has transformed a regional brand into a national powerhouse, collecting two national championships along the way. While his methods have often drawn scrutiny in the modern era, Swinney's sustained success is undeniable—and history now places him right alongside the greatest coaches the sport has ever seen. Advertisement Related: 2027 4-Star QB Trent Seaborn Turns Down seven-Figure NIL Deal, Focused on One Team Related: Former Clemson Star's 56-Yard Bomb Has Fans Asking Why He's Not in the NFL Related: Barrett Carter Wasting No Time Making Statement at Bengals Minicamp
