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CBS News
13 hours ago
- Sport
- CBS News
Matt Vogt embracing his emotions and chasing his dream of playing in the U.S. Open
Matt Vogt is back in his hometown of Pittsburgh and chasing a dream as he prepares to play in the upcoming U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Vogt, a dentist by trade, grew up in Cranberry Township, attended Seneca Valley High School, and was a caddy at Oakmont for six years. He now lives in Indianapolis where he is a partner at a dental practice. A long shot to get into the field this week, Vogt currently sits 1,173rd in the World Amateur Golf Rankings and earned his spot in the U.S. Open through final qualifying at Wine Valley Golf Club last week in Walla Walla, Washington. Vogt said it's been a whirlwind week as he went from final qualifying last Monday in Washington back to Indianapolis for several days, getting into Pittsburgh on Saturday. Now that he's back in his hometown and at the club where he was a caddy, he's embracing being an inspiration for others as well as it being an emotional week. Matt Vogt speaks to members of the media following a practice round on June 9th, 2025 ahead of the 125th playing of the U.S. Open Championship at Oakmont Country Club. Mike Darnay / KDKA An emotional Father's Day weekend for Matt Vogt Vogt's father died two months ago and he says the emotion of thinking about his dad will be on his mind this week, especially with Sunday being Father's Day. "Walking up 9 fairway today after signing some autographs for some little kids, I kind of looked up and thought about it," Vogt said. "Anyone who's lost a parent, you feel these brief spurts of emotion, I think, from time to time." While Vogt says this weekend will be an emotional one, there's a sense of calm among his family knowing his father is at peace. "I miss him dearly, but I have this beautiful 15-month-old daughter and a wife who supports me in pursuing this and doing these kinds of things," Vogt said. A first time for everything Never having played in front of more than 100 people, Vogt says he signed his first autograph Monday morning during a practice round. Now with the golf world watching, Vogt says he's leaning into leaving a good memory with the fans who are out watching him play at Oakmont. Matt Vogt greets fans and signs autographs during a practice round on Monday, June 9th ahead of the 125th playing of the U.S. Open Championship at Oakmont Country Club. Mike Darnay / KDKA "It's a true honor to be a part of that, to just see kids like that and, I guess, make a good impression on them here on the golf course," Vogt said. Vogt says one of his goals this week, aside from doing the best he can during the tournament, is to inspire some people and let them know it's never too late to pursue something in your life that you think is really cool. With all the new attention focused his way, Vogt says he's not sure why there's so much interest and isn't entirely sure why it resonates so much with people. "I suppose maybe it's because people are inspired," Vogt said.
CBS News
27-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
Yarn masterpieces on display in Cranberry Township
A local art group honored veterans' sacrifices this Memorial Day in a creative way. Hand-crafted masterpieces are stitched up perfectly and on display in Cranberry Township Community Park. The women who make up the Cranberry Yarn Creations group crocheted and knitted the patriotic artwork. "There's about 15 ladies that meet twice a month on a Tuesday, and we sit and crochet together and come up with ideas on what to do," said Joyce Hoffman. They not only created a large American flag but also decorated poles with yard creations depicting the different branches of the military and first responders. "A lot of our husbands or family members are military, which my husband was a sailor. So, we all did what we wanted to do for the military. We wanted to make a tribute for Memorial Day for our soldiers," Hoffman said. Hoffman is a talented crocheter. She said her piece of artwork in the park brings back memories for her and her husband, Frank. "I spent six years traveling around with him," she said. "My husband spent six years in the Navy at a nuclear-powered ship. And this is what he looked like all the time. Even to take me to prom, he wore his whites." "It was a special night for us. It was good, and that is my summer uniform. It was nice," Frank Hoffman said. The process of creating the crochet statutes, which are about 6 to 7 feet tall, was a labor of love for the women of Cranberry Yarn Creations. "It took us a long time to get these guys done," Joyce Hoffman said. "Probably about four months." But it's their way of thanking those who served our country. "I really like it. I think it was a nice tribute to the military and first responders that we have here," Frank Hoffman said. "It was fun to watch it all come together, I have to say." You have until June 9 to go to Cranberry Township Community Park to see the group's special yarn artwork. Joyce Hoffman said that after June 9, the work will be switched out with new creations for the summer, which will stay up until August.
Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
GAMMA Sports & CTPA Announce 9th Annual GAMMA Classic
GAMMA Sports, in partnership with the Cranberry Township Pickleball Association, announce the 9th Annual GAMMA Classic will take place September 18-21, 2025. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 / / -- GAMMA Sports, in partnership with the Cranberry Township Pickleball Association (CTPA) announced the 9th Annual GAMMA Classic is set to take place September 18-21, 2025, at the Graham Park Pickleball Complex in Cranberry Township, PA. The highly anticipated four-day event will bring together pickleball payers of all ages and skill levels for an exciting competition in a premier facility that features 30 courts – 19 dedicated pickleball courts and 11 temporary courts equipped with cable portable nets. With 13 lighted courts, players and spectators can expect a full day of action and extended evening play. The centralized layout and ample free parking make this a standout venue for both players and fans. On-site food trucks will be available throughout the tournament to provide refreshments and local flavor. Tournament Format: This year's GAMMA Classic will follow a round-robin format, with the top four teams in each bracket advancing to a single-elimination playoff. This structure is designed to maximize play opportunities and offer a fast-paced, rewarding tournament experience. Event Schedule: • Thursday, Sept. 18: Senior Men's & Women's Doubles (Ages 50+) • Friday, Sept. 19: Women's Doubles (Under 50) & All Men's Singles • Saturday, Sept. 20: Mixed Doubles (All Ages) • Sunday, Sept. 21: Men's Doubles (Under 50) & All Women's Singles Participants may register for one event per day, with a maximum of four events total. 'We're especially excited about this year's event,' said Amie Stanton, VP of Marketing at GAMMA. 'As a proud Pittsburgh-based company, hosting the GAMMA Classic locally reinforces our commitment to being a leader in pickleball – not just nationally, but right here in our own community. Partnering with the CTPA at their top-tier facility amplifies the player experience and highlights the strength of the region's pickleball scene.' Registration & Fees: • Early Bird (May 18 – June 9): $65 • Regular (June 10 – August 22): $75 • Late (August 23 – August 28): $80 • Registration Closes: August 28 This is a DUPR-rated tournament, and all matches will be reported. Players without an existing DUPR rating will receive one following the event. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each bracket. In cases where brackets are combined, only one set of medals will be awarded for the combined group. Don't miss your chance to be part of one of the region's top pickleball events. Register now and secure your spot at the 9th Annual GAMMA Classic! For more information and to register, visit: About GAMMA Sports GAMMA Sports is a Pittsburgh-based, family-owned manufacturer with a 50-year legacy of innovating in racquet sport equipment, including tennis and pickleball. Best known for its patented breakthrough string technologies, GAMMA has leveraged its racquet sports expertise to develop high-quality paddles, balls, grips, and accessories that empower people who love to play at all levels. Providing equipment and education to help improve your game, the brand has become a trusted name among coaches, trainers, and racquet sport enthusiasts around the world. About the CTPA Cranberry Township is one of the fastest growing communities in Western PA. A progressive and well managed community that puts value into quality of life with its three large parks and municipal golf course. Altogether, Cranberry has over 700 acres in their park system. Cranberry Township Pickleball Association (CTPA) is run by volunteers in partnership with the Cranberry Township Parks & Rec department. Now in its 7th year of operation, CTPA has 1900 members. CTPA is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the pickleball complex and will have 30 courts. All net proceeds from the tournament go back to CTPA's expansion efforts and to promote pickleball and expand our tournament capabilities. Amie Stanton GAMMA Sports [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
CBS News
08-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
The Smiling Moose on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing its doors
The Smiling Moose, a popular bar located on Pittsburgh's South Side has announced that after 23 years, it's closing its doors at the end of May. The bar announced its plans to close on its social media page, saying that in recent years, and particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, their business model has changed and they've decided to focus on building business at their restaurant in Cranberry Township and at their brewery in Grove City. It's with very heavy hearts that we announce the closing of our ORIGINAL location 'The Smiling Moose south side' Pgh, Pa... Posted by The Smiling Moose on Saturday, May 3, 2025 "Together, we've created so many incredible memories, transformed lives, hosted amazing and legendary shows, and brought so much joy to so many people!" the bar said. "It's truly unreal!" The bar added that all they can do is to thank people for making a dream a reality and for 23 unbelievable years. They also asked people to come by if they can while the bar is still open during the month of May. "We will continue to graciously serve you at our other locations for many years to come," the bar said. "Peace and love and thank you all again for 23 years of amazingness!!!!!"
