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High school football team in Concord aims high to dispel low expectations
CONCORD -- Friday night football is kicking off on fields across the Bay Area and, this season, one team from the East Bay is determined to shed the title of having the longest losing streak in the state.The Wolves from Ygnacio Valley High in Concord haven't won a game since Oct. 2019."It's definitely tough because it's always hanging over our head in every game and, at school, everybody talks about it but I just use it as a way to work harder," said senior Frederick Fine.Fine is the Wolves starting quarterback. He's been looking for his first win for four...
Oakland boxer hopes to revitalize Bay Area boxing scene
Undefeated middleweight boxer Amari Jones is preparing to showcase his skills in a highly anticipated main event fight at the Oakland Marriott this Saturday. Jones, 22, expressed pride in representing his hometown and the broader Bay Area in the boxing world. "Representing Oakland, and not just Oakland but the Bay Area, there's not a lot that comes out of the Bay Area in boxing," he said. Training at his Pittsburg-based gym, the Lions Den, Jones is determined to change that narrative. "Honestly, when I came up in boxing out here, there wasn't too many people doing it. So,...
Long touchdown scores saddle Broncs with the 20-14 loss
The Broncs defense surrounds the Oakland ball carrier as they attempt to bring him down in the first game of the season. Submitted Photo. You could tell Friday was the first game of the football season for the Broncs varsity team. This was evident by the sloppy play, the missed opportunities and the failure of the special team in the end.
Amari Jones and Daniel Echeverria make weight ahead of Saturday bout
OAKLAND, Calif. – Middleweights Amari Jones and Daniel Echeverria successfully weighed in for their upcoming bout in Oakland. Echeverria, of Mexico, required a second attempt to reach the 161-pound limit ahead of their fight at the Marriott on Broadway in downtown Oakland on Saturday. The 22-year-old Jones (12-0, 11...
‘I can’t believe it’s really happening’: Oakland A’s finalize sale of Coliseum share to Black-led development group
OAKLAND — The historic Coliseum is one step closer to changing hands from the departing A’s to the Black-led development group seeking to give the property a new future. On Thursday, the African American Sports and Entertainment Group inked an “acquisition agreement” with the A’s, finalizing the two parties’ negotiations over a landmark $125 million sale.
Ayesha Curry’s Foundation Pledges $25M To Boost Literacy For Oakland Kids
Ayesha and Stephen Curry || Image credit: @eatlearnplay. Entrepreneur Ayesha and her husband, NBA star Stephen Curry, have announced a commitment to improving literacy rates among students in their hometown of Oakland, California. The couple’s foundation, the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, has pledged to raise $25 million over the next...
California opens 1st season as an ACC team against FCS-level UC Davis
UC Davis at California, Saturday, 5 p.m. ET (ACC Network Extra) BetMGM College Football Odds: California by 20 1/2. Series record: Cal leads 11-0. California plays its first game since joining the ACC against FCS neighbor UC Davis. The Golden Bears are looking to make bowl games in back-to-back seasons for the second time since going seven straight seasons from 2003-09. The Aggies were ranked 18th in the FCS rankings and are seeking a signature win in coach Tim Plough’s debut.
Jen Malcom Kicks Off California Volleyball Era with 3-0 Win
In her inaugural match as head coach, Jen Malcom led the California women's volleyball team to a decisive victory, sweeping Nevada in straight sets (25-17, 25-16, 25-22) during the Rose City Showdown. Key performances included Xuemeng (Maggie) Li and Gianna Bartalo, who recorded 10 kills and 22 digs, respectively. Annalea Maeder approached a milestone in service aces, needing just eight more to tie a historic record. The match showcased strong offensive strategies and resilience in a competitive third set, ultimately setting a promising tone for the season.
Welterweight Marcos Perez juggles punching flesh and tattooing it
OAKLAND, Calif - Welterweight Marcos Perez is poised to become the Bay Area's hidden gem as he prepares for his professional debut against Ebert Diaz in a four-round bout at the Marriott on Broadway in Oakland. Like many fighters emerging on the club and regional scene, Perez juggles his boxing...
Stanford & Cal Football to Kick Off as ACC Members this Weekend
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – Stanford and California will make history this weekend, as the two newest members of the Atlantic Coast Conference will kick off their first football games as members of the now 18-team league (17 teams in football) on Friday, August 30, and Saturday, August 31, respectively.
California Golden Bears vs. UC Davis Aggies: How to watch college football online, TV channel, live stream info, start time
Where: California Memorial Stadium -- Berkeley, California. Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) The UC Davis Aggies will hit the road to start this year's campaign against the California Golden Bears. Kickoff is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. ET on Saturday at California Memorial Stadium. Saturday's contest...
Berkeley wheelchair basketball league cheers on Team USA in 2024 Paris Paralympics
The U.S. men's wheelchair basketball team has tipped off its quest for a third straight Paralympic title. Watching closely: a Berkeley-based wheelchair basketball group. The team practiced on Thursday after Team USA came out on top with a 66-56 win over Spain to open group play in Paris. Helping assist in the win was Bay Area resident Brian Bell, who tallied 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Girls volleyball | Four seniors to lead mostly new Piedmont team
The Piedmont High School girls volleyball team is ready for the campaign with a bucketful of new players. Just four seniors fill the roster and most of the players are new to varsity. “We are very young and not super-experienced,” Highlanders coach Mariah Cardenas said. “It’s going to be a...
Varsity field hockey battles Marin Academy Wildcats in preseason scrimmage
On Wednesday, Aug. 28, the Archie Williams girls varsity field hockey team (0-1) fought tooth and claw against the Marin Academy Wildcats. The teams battled at the Falcons’ home turf for their second game of the season. The Falcons suffered a tough 2-0 loss in the end following a long defensive battle down to the last second.
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