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Old and young hit the surf at Kahuna Kupuna
Before catching a wave at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica last Saturday, Peter Schultz had already secured two titles in the amateur competition for surfers over 40. This year, he was the Kahuna Kupuna, the event's namesake, which is Hawaiian for "Big Chief Wise Elder," as he was the oldest surfer at the competition at age 74. He was also the returning Kahuna Kupuna from the previous year.
Gov. Newsom, Other California Leaders, Pay Tribute to Baseball Great Willie Mays
Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom, several California government officials, private sector leaders and Americans from all walks of life paid tribute to former San Francisco Giant, Major League Baseball (MLB) great, and Negro Leagues icon Willie Mays, who passed away at 93 on June 18. Nicknamed “The Say Hey Kid,”...
Bay Area sailor rocketing towards Paris Olympics
When the 2024 Paris Olympics get underway in just over a week, a sailor who honed his chops on the bristling winds of the San Francisco Bay is hoping to rocket his team onto the podium. It helps that in addition to spending the majority of his life sailing, Hans...
16 WCC Players Selected In 2024 MLB Draft
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – A total of 16 student-athletes who competed in the West Coast Conference were selected during the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft, including seven in the first seven rounds. Highlighting the WCC in the draft was pitcher Josh Randall of San Diego going in the...
Golden State’s newly established WNBA expansion team has officially announced their team name as the Valkyries
The Golden State WNBA expansion team announced Tuesday its name and brand identity: the Golden State Valkyries. Originating from Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike. This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. The franchise, which marks the first WNBA expansion team since 2008, will begin play in the 2025 WNBA season at Chase Center. The Valkyries, the WNBA affiliate team of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, have already surpassed 7,500 season ticket deposits for the team’s inaugural season.
University of California Junior Mykolas Alekna Breaks Oldest Men’s Track & Field Record
This story first appeared on CalBears.com. There is a scene in a famous baseball movie from 1984 called The Natural, starring Robert Redford as aging breakout star Roy Hobbs, where he and a dinner companion banter across a candlelit table in a dimly-lit restaurant. The romantic setting belies the nature of the conversation – one where Hobbs single-mindedly insists that he can be something special in the sport.
Adam Conrad Signed to San Diego Padres
Winston-Salem, NC- Carolina University Athletics proudly announces that Junior pitcher Adam Conrad has signed with MLB San Diego Padres. This milestone marks Conrad as the first CU baseball player to advance to the MLB, signaling a remarkable step forward in his athletic journey. His achievement serves as a source of inspiration for the entire program.
Meet Candice Vorbeck, the New Associate Head Coach for University of Hawai’i Women’s Water Polo Team
University of Hawai'i women's water polo head coach James Robinson has hired Candice Vorbeck as the new Rainbow Wahine associate head coach, completing his coaching staff. Vorbeck, who previously coached at the University of the Pacific, will bring her experience to the program and assist in building upon the university's culture. Robinson expressed excitement about Vorbeck joining the team and highlighted her hard work and coaching expertise.
Mets Claim Veteran Reliever To Bolster Bullpen
The New York Mets claimed left-handed reliever Alex Young off waivers from the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. New York immediately optioned him to Triple-A and designated fellow southpaw Tyler Jay for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. The move comes a little over a week after the...
New Bears in Town: Grad Transfer MLB Teddye Buchanan
One of the Bears' biggest additions to the 2024 portal recruiting class was the commitment of grad transfer middle linebacker Teddye Buchanan - the Bears’ first grad transfer pickup of the the 2024 class in December. Rated the top portal linebacker in the country by ESPN at the time, the Bears’ new MLB also had offers from Oregon State, Houston, Washington and Stanford before choosing Cal.
University of San Francisco’s Volleyball and Beach Volleyball Programs Secure AVCA Team Academic Award for Second Year in a Row
The University of San Francisco volleyball and beach volleyball programs have secured the AVCA Team Academic Award for the second consecutive year, recognizing their excellence in the classroom during the past academic year. The programs maintained a year-long GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale to earn the award. Record-setting...
Photos: Roller-skaters take over an old hangar in Crissy Field. ‘This is our roll-igion’
Melissa Morgan, a cardiac sonographer from Martinez, adjusted her red Calvin Klein dress, fixed her tiara, draped a white faux fur cloak around her shoulders and laced up her skates. “I had to dress up,” she said Tuesday. “This is opening night!”. Then Morgan glided off across the...
Pro-Elite Challenge West 2024: Tournament Recap (Men’s Division)
Two of the west's best clashed in a tight tournament final. July 18, 2024 by Emmet Holton in Recap with 0 comments. Ultiworld’s coverage of the 2024 club ultimate season is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season.
Men's Basketball Honored by NABC for Academic Success in 2023-24
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The NABC recently announced the recipients of the 2023-24 NABC Team Academic Excellence Awards and NABC Honors Court, representing outstanding achievement in the classroom by men's college basketball teams and student-athletes. The NABC Team Academic Excellence Awards recognize men's basketball programs that completed the 2023-24 academic...
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