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Indianapolis Star
7 hours ago
- Sport
- Indianapolis Star
Center Grove softball punches ticket to Class 4A final: 'Enjoy every second of it.'
GREENWOOD — Alyssa Coleman promised to make it quick. The Center Grove coach was convening with her players in centerfield and didn't want to delay their celebration of Saturday's 5-1 victory over Floyd Central in the Class 4A semistate championship game. "You've earned every bit of this. You should be so proud of yourselves," the longtime coach said. "I hope you're not done yet, but I cannot wait to watch you enjoy this. Every second of it. Bravo." And with that, Coleman and the players huddled together before they dispersed to meet with family and friends. Center Grove softball is headed to state for the first time since its 2019 state championship run. "It was that simple, just enjoy the moment," said Coleman, whose team will play Crown Point next weekend at Purdue's Bittinger Stadium (date and time TBA). "Look at the wall they have to play in front of — and they get to add to that," she continued, gesturing towards the team's collection of postseason accolades lined across the outfield wall. "The only thing they should care about is enjoying it, because nothing will change how we feel about them. They're still going to be the same great team, no matter the outcome, so they best just enjoy it. No one game defines anything." 'She's a different breed': IU softball commit overcame 3 ACL tears to lead Greenfield-Central Noblesville honors late assistant: 'If you were coached by him, you knew what love was.' Here is what else to know from Saturday's semistate festivities at Russ Milligan Field in Greenwood. Last year, it was Barrett in the circle, slamming the door against a very talented Castle team in the semistate semifinals. This year, it was Barrett with a microphone, serenading her teammates and coaches with a little karaoke before they hit Saturday afternoon. "It really brought up the vibes," the sophomore said, with Coleman crediting specifically her rendition of "Let It Go." (It was a 10/10). "It really brought the vibes," Barrett smiled. Of equal importance: Barrett was on fire Saturday. She went 2-for-3 with a triple, an RBI and two runs scored in the run-rule win over Terre Haute North, then went 2-for-3 with another triple, another run scored and three RBIs in the nightcap vs. Floyd Central. The 5-9 infielder has been very dependable this season (.363, 33 hits), but the semistate stage has really brought the best out in her. "She just loves the moment," Coleman said. "And that's such a cool thing because you can't teach that. You can't coach that. That's something she has that makes her so special." I'll dive deeper into this — the excellence of CG's pitchers in 2025 — next week, but the Center Grove pitching tandem of junior Riley Fuhr and sophomore Kara Biever spun another gem Saturday night, limiting Floyd Central to one run on four hits with nine strikeouts. Floyd Central junior shortstop Addy Ware credited Fuhr with consistently hitting the outside corner (an especially effective approach vs. a lineup that enjoys pulling the ball), then just as they started catching on, Center Grove brought in Biever for the final three innings and her changeup had the opposition in absolute fits. The Highlander hitters were out on their front foot a lot in game one vs. Greenfield-Central, so the Center Grove pitchers likely knew how to attack them coming in, Floyd Central junior second baseman Coleman said, and the hitters didn't adjust quickly enough. "Props to their pitchers. They're really good." Saturday felt like the beginning of something, an extended postseason back-and-forth between the two sides. Yes the Trojans graduate some key pieces, including five of their leading hitters (Mae Munson, Sydney Herrmann, Ana Powell and Hayden Baird), but theirs is the type of program that reloads rather than rebuilds. On the other side, Floyd Central is set to return all but one player off this year's roster, with its core of returners headlined by upperclassmen Ware, Coleman, Breleigh Lockhart, Kiersten Fiedler, Nora Koehler and Emmy Miller, plus rising freshman Natalie Curtis and sophomore pitcher Adeline Shultz, who ran a leg of the 4x800-meter relay at state then started against Center Grove. IHSAA softball semistate: Statewide scores, schedule, recaps It won't be easy getting back, but both teams will most certainly be built for it. "We belong here for sure," said Ware, a 2026 Florida State commit. "I don't know if that's where people thought we would be, but we knew." "I mean, they were like, 'Who is this team from the south?'" added Coleman, who's also a standout basketball player. "It's special to be in this moment always, but this is where we belong. We knew what we wanted and knew we could do this at the beginning of the season. It just would've been nice to take it home. … We know we have the tools coming back. This will be motivation for sure."
UPI
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: 'Frozen' musical gets trailer, Disney+ release date
June 5 (UPI) -- Disney+ is teasing the Frozen Broadway and West End musical, which is coming to the streamer June 20. The trailer gives glimpses of the cast members singing hits such as "Let It Go" and "For the First Time in Forever." West End stars Samantha Barks and Laura Dawkes play Elsa and Anna in the production. The musical, which premiered on Broadway in 2018 and on West End in 2021, features 12 original songs in addition to the film favorites. Disney's computer animated film Frozen opened in 2013 and featured the voices of Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel as the orphaned royal sisters Anna and Elsa. The movie sequel arrived in 2019.
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
TRNSMT confirm new act for main stage amid growing calls to axe controversial Kneecap
It comes amid an ongoing drama with the Belfast-based band LET ME GO LET ME GO TRNSMT confirm new act for main stage amid growing calls to axe controversial Kneecap TRNSMT bosses tonight announced a new act for the main stage amid growing calls to axe controversial act Kneecap. English heartthrob James Bay, 34, will feature as a "special guest" this summer at the Glasgow Green music extravaganza. 3 Singer-songwriter James Bay is famed for a string of hits including Let It Go Credit: Getty 3 Kneecap has come under fire amid calls for the group to be axed from TRNSMT Credit: Reuters The Let It Go hitmaker is set to perform on Friday alongside 50 Cent, Twin Atlantic and The Script. A TRNSMT spokesperson said: "We're excited to announce that James Bay returns to Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT on Friday 11th July. "We can't wait to welcome him back as a special guest on the Main Stage." It comes amid calls for Kneecap to be axed from the festival after one of the rappers was charged with a terror offence. Organisers were urged to act after Liam O'Hanna, 27, was accused of displaying a Hezbollah flag at a gig last year. O'Hanna, whose stage name is Mo Chara, is alleged to have shown it in a way to 'arouse reasonable suspicion that he is a supporter of a proscribed organisation'. Glasgow Tory MSP Annie Wells demanded a response from bosses of the Glasgow festival, where the Irish hip-hop trio are due to perform on July 11. The Belfast-based band have also faced a backlash over videos of them urging fans to 'kill your local MP'. Other footage showed them chanting, 'Up Hamas, up Hezbollah' at past gigs. Ms Wells said: 'Any reasonable person can see that Kneecap just aren't fit to perform at TRNSMT. 'After their despicable and dangerous comments, which incited violence against politicians, their appearance will inflame tensions and potentially place people at risk.' City Reform UK councillor Thomas Kerr added: 'Glasgow's values are at odds with political extremism. 'Kneecap represent the very worst views of our society, in particular their calls for the murder of politicians. 'They should not be made welcome to perform here.' We told how the band have threatened to sue over bids to axe them from TRNSMT and also Glastonbury, describing them as 'defamatory'. 3 TRNSMT bosses have confirmed a new act for festival's main stage Credit: Roddy Scott TRNSMT organisers DF Concerts were asked for comment.
Time Out Abu Dhabi
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
Will Disney Abu Dhabi be indoors or outdoors?
We've got three words for you: Disney. Abu. Dhabi. The happiest place on Earth is making its Middle East debut and while our inner child is spinning in teacups with joy, one (very valid) grown-up question remains: will the Disney theme park be outdoors or indoors? Because, let's face it – as much as we love Mickey-shaped ice creams and singing Let It Go under the sun, Abu Dhabi's summer doesn't mess around. With temps soaring past 50°C, even Olaf might reconsider his eternal love for summer. So… what's the plan? Will Disney Abu Dhabi be outdoors or indoors? It's (sort of) outdoors – but also indoors. Basically, it's magic. The answer, like any good Disney plot twist, isn't so straightforward. According to Disney Parks boss Josh D'Amaro, the new Yas Island mega-project will be a hybrid, combining the best of indoor comfort with outdoor charm. They're being very ambitious, architecture, tech and water are all coming into play – which sounds like there might be a splash of Moana inspiration involved. Here's the kicker: the park is being built right up against the water. Think cool breezes, waterfront vistas and, who knows – maybe even an indoor-outdoor castle that literally lets the sea into the storyline. Miral Group CEO Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi added that, like other Yas Island hits (hi, Warner Bros. World), Disney will be indoors, but he also called it the most advanced park in the Disney portfolio. So expect something completely new – and 100 percent air-conditioned. So, when can we go? Not tomorrow, unfortunately. With a timeline of up to two years for design and another four to six for construction, we're looking at a 2030 to 2032 opening. But we've waited 100 years for Disney to come to the UAE – what's a few more? Until then, we'll keep dreaming of those castle selfies, futuristic rides and Emirati-inspired storylines (yes, those are happening too). One thing's for sure – whether indoors, outdoors, or somewhere in between – Disney Abu Dhabi will be cooler than cool. Literally. All about Disney Abu Dhabi 7 things we know about the new Disney theme park in Abu Dhabi It's going to be magical – and massive This is when Disney Abu Dhabi is likely to open A Disney official has shared a rough timeline Three key ways the new Disney theme park will change Abu Dhabi A whole new world indeed
Time Out Abu Dhabi
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
There's a Disney theme park resort coming to Abu Dhabi
Pack your Mickey ears and get ready for a whole new world, because Disney Abu Dhabi is officially coming to Abu Dhabi. Yes, you read that right. The happiest place on earth is setting up shop on Yas Island and it's going to be unlike anything we've seen before. Set to be the seventh Disney theme park destination in the world, it isn't just a wish upon a star, Disney CEO Bob Iger himself came to Abu Dhabi to make the big announcement, confirming that the dream is becoming reality. It's set to be the most advanced and interactive Disney destination ever built. Big words? Sure. But if anyone can deliver on the magic, it's Disney. Behind the scenes, the Walt Disney Imagineering team and those at Miral are already hard at work designing the park, dreaming up rides and experiences that will blow your socks off. And thanks to Yas Island's stunning waterfront setting, Disney Abu Dhabi will be able to tell stories in bold, new ways *shrieks with excitement*. But it's not just about tech and views – it's about celebrating where we are. Disney Abu Dhabi will be authentically Disney but it will also feature distinct Emirati themes woven through the entire experience. Expect stories, characters, and design elements that reflect the UAE's culture, traditions, and future-facing energy – all brought to life in true Disney style. From new takes on beloved characters to dazzling new worlds built just for this region, the park promises to bring Disney's storytelling to life in ways we've never seen before. Yas Island has never been one to do things by halves, and we're betting this Disney debut will be just as over-the-top, family-friendly, and utterly fabulous as the rest of the island's offerings. Whether you're a Marvel mega-fan, a Star Wars loyalist, or someone who still cries when they hear 'Let It Go', your dream vacation spot just got even cooler. Bob Iger, chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Company said: 'This is an extraordinary opportunity for Disney to bring its renowned storytelling to yet another region of the world with a completely new theme park experience that will be a cultural, entertainment and technological marvel. 'Abu Dhabi's position as an international crossroads, its embrace of global culture, and its ambitious vision for the future make it a perfect location for Disney to reach millions of new families and captivate guests for generations to come.' Speaking of the concept that Disney will bring to the UAE, Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, said: 'The concept for this resort will push the boundaries of theme park design, showcasing groundbreaking technology and visionary architecture, including a modern castle unlike anything we've ever created. 'This project, together with our ambitious expansion plans in Florida and California, will create thousands of new jobs in the US as we enter into a new era of expansion.' Stay tuned – we'll be updating faster than you can say Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo as soon as more magical details drop. In the meantime, we're already dreaming of castle selfies, churros, and spinning teacups… More going on in Abu Dhabi UAE residents can now save big time on flights thanks to a new Skyscanner feature No complaints here You can now get a robotaxi from Zayed International Airport Trips to the airport just got an upgrade Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted 20 incredibly fun ways to explore Abu Dhabi after dark The city is at its most fascinating once the sun goes down
