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HomeAuthorsMatthew D Scull

Articles by Matthew D Scull

Amateur Sports

South Philadelphia: Osagame’s Athletes Fall For Judo And Self-Defense Classes

December 16, 2016 Matthew D Scull

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, domestic violence accounts for 15 percent of all violent crime in the United States. Incidents can be found in most, if not all, communities across the country.

Amateur Sports

South Philadelphia: Women Have Options To Protecting Themselves Against Violence

December 16, 2016 Matthew D Scull

The world can be a dangerous place. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, domestic violence cases made up nearly 21 percent of violent victimization nationwide from 2003 to 2012. Acknowledging that danger can strike anywhere

Amateur Sports

South Philadelphia: Barry Playground’s Renovation From Public Funding Is Paying Dividends

October 31, 2016 Matthew D Scull

If you build it, they will come. Recreation centers and urban parks serve as places for people in the busy city lifestyles to escape it all without really having to leave the city limits. From

Amateur Sports

South Philadelphia: Tennis Coach Bryan Hughes Encourages Community To Live An Active Lifestyle

September 26, 2016 Matthew D Scull

From growing up on South Eighth Street to teaching tennis at Markward Playground, South Philadelphia Tennis Association (SPTA) President Bryan Hughes has been giving back to the community he calls home. Urging people of all ages to

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