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Blue Devils Drum Corps: 3 Thing To Know
When people think of the most dominant teams in sports, they probably think of the Chicago Bulls or the New England Patriots. In the world of Drum Corps International, there is a team that fits that same profile. The Blue Devils may not have Tom Brady or Michael Jordan, but...
Maidu reaches state championship game
The little league state tournament for 10-11-year-olds has been whittled down to just two teams, Maidu and Lafayette, who were to play Thursday in Chico for the championship. If Maidu wins, there will one final game Friday, winner take all. On Wednesday, Maidu defeated the only team that has beaten...
Ancona Wins at Ocean Speedway
WATSONVILLE, CA (July 26, 2024) — Joey Ancona won the sprint car feature Friday night at Ocean Speedway. Ancona, from Concord, California, topped Kyle Rassmusssen, Caleb Debem, Jennifer Osborne, and Bradley Dillard for the victory. Bryant Bell won the Western Midget Racing main event. Winged 360 Sprint Cars. Qualifying.
Maidu's offense runs dry in 6-1 loss to Lafayette
Maidu’s run for a state championship came two games short, as the All-Star team made up of 10-and-11-year olds lost to Lafayette, 6-1, on Thursday night in Chico. Playing their sixth game in six days, Maidu had to have been a bit fatigued, not to mention much deeper into their pitching pool, while Lafayette was playing only their fourth game of the tournament having no games on Monday and Wednesday.
Player Ejected from Youth Basketball Team Following Stomping Incident in Alameda Game
A disturbing incident occurred during a youth AAU basketball game in Alameda between Payton's Place and Tumakbo United. A player from Payton's Place stomped on the head of Seth Guingab from the opposing team. According to KTVU, the event unfolded during Sunday night's game at the College of Alameda amidst a struggle for the ball.
Hunt Series, Local Point Battles Heat Up At Antioch Speedway This Saturday Night
Antioch, CA...The action at Antioch Speedway has been as hot as the weather this month. The July action comes to a close this Saturday night with the second and final appearance of the season for the Hunt Wingless Spec Sprint Series. This is billed as backpack night as the Hunt Series will be giving away some backpacks with school supplies for the kids.
Meet America’s high schoolers vying for Olympic Gold
All eyes are on Paris, which is hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics for the first time in a century from July 24 to Aug. 11. Among the athletes competing on Team USA this summer, several are still in high school making their mark in sports ranging from gymnastics to skateboarding. Many of these students are first time Olympians, who will be competing while also managing their class work and other academic responsibilities.
Dublin school board discusses indoor facility for baseball, softball teams
The Dublin City Board of Education discussed the idea Monday of building an indoor baseball/softball facility at the high school but expressed doubt the building’s construction could be funded this year. Officials are still in the preliminary stages of planning “what we want to do (or) even if it’s...
Olympic Watch Parties at City Center Bishop Ranch
Join NBC Bay Area for a series of watch parties at The Lot at City Center Bishop Ranch. Enjoy games and prizes. Show your pride and come cheer on Team USA as a community!. Where: THE LOT at City Center Bishop Ranch 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon, C. When:
Angels vs. Athletics: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
The Los Angeles Angels (45-58), with Carson Fulmer on the hill, host the Oakland Athletics (42-63) who will hand the ball to Paul Blackburn, at 9:38 PM ET on Friday. Keep reading to find out how to watch the Los Angeles-Oakland matchup in the article below. When is Angels vs....
2024 Pacific Swimming Age Group Championships Highlighted by Hanz Palatto, Marina Didenko
LCM (50 meters) Results on MeetMobile: “Summer Age Group LCM Championships”. The 2024 Adam Szmidt LCM Age Group Championships were hosted last week by the Terrapins Swim Team in Concord, California. The meet is named in honor of Adam Szmidt, a long-time Pacific Swimming official and volunteer who died from cancer in 2000.
Olympian Medalist András Törő’s Memorabilia on Display at Orinda Library
Former Olympian András Törő’s long-standing passion for canoe paddling has followed him throughout his life, influencing the trajectory of his path in many ways. He believes that canoeing is what he is meant to do. “This is my mission in life, to perfect this sport, and...
Sports Bars in Berkeley, CA
If you’re craving an elevated game day experience, pull up a seat around the 360 bar at The Berkeley Boathouse – a waterfront restaurant with breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline. Here you’ll find expertly crafted cocktails, fresh cuisine showcasing locally sourced ingredients, and TVs around the bar so you can keep an eye on the game.
IWLCA Honors Cal’s Academic Achievements
Golden Bears Named An Academic Honor Squad; 8 On Division I Academic Honor Roll. The California lacrosse team was named an IWLCA Academic Honor Squad for the 2023-24 academic year on Wednesday. To qualify for the honor a team must have a 3.2 or higher cumulative GPA for the academic year.
Reminder: Piedmont Swim Team tryouts take place Aug. 13-15
Piedmont Swim Team will host tryouts on August 13 – August 15 at Montclair Swim Club in Oakland. Each swimmer will be given a 30-minute time slot and grouped by age. The expectation is that everyone who tries out will attend all three days. Swimmers age 8 and under:...
LIVESTREAM Shamrock Bowl XXXVI: Dublin Rebels vs University College Dublin, July 27, 19:00 CET (7 pm, 1 pm EDT)
The Dublin Rebels and University College Dublin (UCD) square off in the 2024 Irish Championship Game, Shamrock Bowl XXXVI, Saturday, July 27 at Dubarry Park in Athlone. Both teams finished the regular season with 7-1 records with their only loss coming against each other. UCD defeated the Rebels 42-40 in the season opener but Dublin got their revenge in the second last game of the regular season, edging UCD 18-16.
Oregon State Football 2024 Opponent Preview: California Golden Bears
Breaking down Oregon State's 2024 opponents, continuing with Cal. With Fall Camp about to kickoff, it's time to get started looking ahead to Oregon State's opponents for the 2024 season. Throughout the next few weeks at BeaverBlitz, we are previewing every one of Oregon State's 2024 matchups, featuring some analysis from the experts at our 247Sports sister sites. Today, we continue the series by taking a look at the California Golden Bears, who the Beavers will face on October 26th in Berkeley.
Notes and Quotes: “Keep the energy going into this weekend”
After an early lead and dominant performance from the Boys in Glory Red, Republic FC secured three points to move up to the second spot in the Western Conference table with its 5-2 victory over Oakland. The derby match was the club’s highest-scoring game of the season and the biggest victory by either side in the all-time head-to-head series.
BVB | Gaels Add Second Transfer to 2024-25 Roster, Sign Stephanie Gonzalez
MORAGA, Calif. — Following their best WCC finish under the direction of Head Coach Janice Harrer, the Gaels are getting geared up for the 2024-25 academic year. The Gaels have already announced the addition of three incoming freshmen and a junior college transfer for this year after the departure of five of their primary rotation players, and now have signed their first Division I transfer, with the addition of Stephanie Gonzalez, who spent last season at the University of New Orleans. Originally hailing from Miami, Florida, Stephanie prepped at Doral Academy, graduating in 2023. She played both outside hitter and...
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