Former NFL Executive Scott Pioli On Why He ‘Admires’ The Ravens’ Player Development

While the Ravens lost 15 players from last season’s roster to free agency, former NFL executive Scott Pioli trusts GM Eric DeCosta’s player development program, and there are a number of young players he thinks could take a big step forward this season.

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Ralph Friedgen ‘Humbled’ By Maryland State Athletic Hall Of Fame Honor

Former Maryland football coach Ralph Friedgen will be awarded the Coaches Legacy Award at the 63rd Maryland State Athletic Hall of Fame induction banquet on Nov. 21. “To me, it’s a great honor,” Friedgen said. “… I’m really humbled by it.”

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Orioles Pitching Prospect Zach Fruit Is Reaping Rewards Of Orioles’ Development Tactics

Midway through his first full pro season, Zach Fruit credits the Orioles’ development staff for helping him rework his arsenal. “If it wasn’t for all this technology and the player development with the Orioles, I would be in a tough spot right now,” Fruit said.

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Former Maryland Field Hockey Standouts Emma, Brooke DeBerdine On Making 2024 Olympics

Former Maryland field hockey standouts Emma and Brooke DeBerdine will share the field again this summer as members of the U.S. Olympic women’s field hockey team. “The fact that we get to experience it together and with our entire family there is just so special,” Emma said.

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