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The 49th San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans
The 49th San Diego Scottish Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans was held once again at the beautiful Brengle Terrace Park in Vista this past weekend, held during our traditional Southern California summer weather of warm, sunny, and scattered clouds; otherwise known as very non-traditional Scottish weather. Let’s just say kilts do have their benefits. From whatever gate visitors entered, they could hear the whistles and calls from the Sheepdog Trials, the clapping and cheering for the Athletic competitors, or the squeals and taps from the Pipe & Drum Bands. A large crowd watched the Athletics, like the Stone Put (similar to shot put) with a Braemar Stone (a 20–26-pound stone), Light and Heavy weights for distance, Light and Heavy Scottish Hammer, Sheaf (tossing a small bundle of hay over a bar using a pitchfork), Weight Over Bar, and everyone’s favorite, the Caber toss. Many took the time to meander through the Clan & Societies tents to find their heritage and learn about their history, name origins, and other stories not found in school history classes. I myself am always happy to stop by my own Scottish family clan heritage tent, surname Robertson for the Clan Donnachaidh..
Jackson Berry signs with CSU San Marcos
Former Taft Union High School and Taft College baseball star Jackson Berry has signed his national letter of intent to continue his career at NCAA Division II California State University at San Marcos in northern San Diego County. Berry played for the Cougars as an outfielder for the past two...
Place Your Bets! This Is Your Guide to the 2024 Del Mar Horse Racing Season
From Opening Day Parties to Trackside Experiences, Here’s What to Look Forward to This Year. Giddy up! The Del Mar horse racing season is almost here, which means it’s time to snag your tickets, don your fanciest hats and place your bets. Each summer, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club welcomes San Diego locals and visitors for an epic season of racing at one of the top three tracks in the country. And this year, there’s so much in store—from parties and festivals to exciting trackside experiences! Here’s what to look forward to at the 2024 Del Mar horse races.
Women’s Water Polo: Academic Excellence on Display
By: Ethan McGarvey, Sports Information Director WWPA RELEASE | HALL OF HIGHLIGHTS PAGE VISTA, Calif. --- Biola Women's Water Polo placed 13 student-athletes on the WWPA All-Academic Team, as announced on Thursday. The Eagles finished amongst the top-three in the conference, placing double-digit student-athletes on the list along with six total conference programs. To qualify, a student-athlete must meet the following: Be an active participant of their team having competed in at least 50 percent of games Carry over a 3.0 cumulative GPA Classified as a full-time student for all terms of attendance Completed a minimum of one semester or...
Mission Breeders' Cup: Stephen Foster Leads Saturday Graded Racing
With the Breeders' Cup a little over four months away, the 'Win and You're In' tickets to the signature event, the GI Longines Classic, are definitely numbered. The road to Del Mar currently goes through Churchill Downs on Saturday as Classic hopefuls enter the starting gate for the GI Stephen Foster Stakes.
Road to Breeders’ Cup: Stephen Foster sets early stage for Classic
Racing will take a break at Churchill Downs as the circuit moves to Ellis Park and Kentucky Downs, in the western and southern parts of the state, respectively. The last weekend of the Spring Meet — which many of us know colloquially as the Derby Meet — is upon us here in Louisville. Racing will take a break at Churchill Downs as the circuit moves to Ellis Park and Kentucky Downs, in the western and southern parts of the state, respectively.
Otters Have 12 Student-Athletes Named to WWPA All-Academic Team
VISTA, Calif. - The Western Water Polo Association (WWPA) announced the 2024 Women's All-Academic Team on Thursday. 95 student-athletes were honored, including 12 Otters for their classroom performance. To qualify, a student-athlete must meet the following: Be an active participant of their team having competed in at least 50 percent of games Carry over a 3.0 cumulative GPA Classified as a full-time student for all terms of attendance Completed a minimum of one semester or two quarters at their institution The following Otters were honored: Katie Vaupel , Fr., Marine Biology Kaya Eaton , So., Liberal Studies Annika Harper ,...
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