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California Highschooler Breaks 4min Indoors
Colin Sahlman and Lex Young, both of Newbury Park High School in California, and BYU pole vaulter Zach McWhorter turned in outstanding performances at The Armory’s New Balance Track & Field Center during the Dr. Sander Invitational Columbia Challenge. Photos of Young and Sahlman by John Nepolitan. California high... Read more
Newport Summer Invite, Quiksilver International Cup and California State High School Championships highlight deep boys and girls water polo tournament talent pools
One of the most significant prep and youth water polo schedules during the year will be showcased Thursday through Sunday, with the Newport Summer Invite, Quiksilver International Cup and California State High School Championships involving both boys and girls competition and all being held in Southern California. The schedule... Read more
Top 10 Sunscreens for Runners: Long-Lasting Protection For The Long Run
Sunscreen is a must-have for summer runs. Even when rising early to beat the heat, and especially during the day, it’s important to protect the skin from sunburn. Because running in the summer is sweaty, athletes need to make sure they have non-greasy and sweat-resistant options that won’t drip into the eyes. The best... Read more
Veterans Jerzy Robinson, Jordan Lee, Sienna Betts and Jazzy Davidson return to U.S. national team to join newcomers Sydney Douglas and Zania Socka-Nguemen at FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup
Jerzy Robinson knows what it means to make history as the youngest athlete ever to be selected most valuable player at the FIBA Under-16 Women’s AmeriCup, when she achieved the feat at age 14 after leading the U.S. national team to a gold medal in 2023 in Mexico. Robinson,... Read more
USC’s Kennedy Smith and UCLA’s Gianna Kneepkens help U.S. national basketball team rally past Brazil to capture gold medal at FIBA Women’s AmeriCup
The U.S. national basketball team not only got the rematch it wanted Monday in the final of the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup, but the group of elite collegiate athletes also captured the championship with a 92-84 victory against Brazil in Santiago, Chile. Kennedy Smith, an Etiwanda High graduate and USC... Read more
Nik Khamenia, Brandon McCoy, Jr. and Tyran Stokes help U.S. basketball team defeat Germany to win ninth all-time gold medal at FIBA U19 Men’s World Cup
Following a disappointing fourth-place finish at the event in 2023, the U.S. national basketball team returned to the top of the medal stand Sunday at the FIBA Under-19 Men’s World Cup by securing the championship with a 109-76 victory against Germany in Lausanne, Switzerland. Harvard-Westlake graduate and Duke freshman... Read more
NCVA Announces August Tryout Date For 2025 Boys Power League Plus  Schedule
The Northern California Volleyball Association (NCVA) revealed tryouts for its upcoming new season of Boys Power League will take place on August 8. While male volleyball players of all ages have to wait another month before tryouts, the Girls Power League (15U to 18U) has first serve, with tryouts... Read more
How To Be Race-Ready When Traveling For Away Meets
It’s always exciting for runners to compete in their hometown and home state, showcasing their talent and bringing home local titles. But traveling to big meets is often even more exciting. The fresh scenery, big stages, and large crowds of out-of-state, championship, and elite meets are electrifying.   However, this... Read more
Training on Vacation: How to Stay on Track With Running While Traveling This Summer
Summertime presents the perfect time to rest, recover, and unwind with some fun. This often means taking the time to travel. But runners know that summer is not completely off-season. Those looking to stay fit and work towards fall running goals need to keep up with their regular training. However, it is possible to travel and... Read more
National player of the year Grayson Bradford leads four AVCA boys volleyball All-Americans for top-ranked Mira Costa
Following a season that culminated with Mira Costa High being recognized as the top-ranked high school boys volleyball team in the country, highlighted by winning the inaugural CIF Division 1 state championship May 31 in Fresno, the Mustangs were rewarded Wednesday with four student-athletes earning All-America honors by the... Read more
Weighted Vests 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Injury-Free Gains for Teen Athletes
A new fitness trend is making its rounds, proving to be a secret weapon to adding gains. Fitness enthusiasts and athletes alike are wearing weighted vests to build strength, and endurance, and improve performance. Whether you play football, soccer, run track, or compete in any sport that demands power... Read more
Expert Tips On How Runners Can Stay Hydrated This Summer
As temperatures continue to rise and the sun blazes during summer runs, staying hydrated is one of the most critical challenges for runners during these months. Dehydration is a serious risk that hinders performance and can cause health complications. “In my years of experience, youth runners often wait until they... Read more
Ontario Christian basketball standout Tatianna Griffin helps U.S. win fifth consecutive gold medal at FIBA U16 Women’s AmeriCup by defeating Canada
Tatianna Griffin followed a memorable freshman season at Ontario Christian, which included a CIF-Southern Section Open Division basketball title, by contributing to the championship legacy of the United States national team at the FIBA U16 Women’s AmeriCup. Griffin, 15, had 11 points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal... Read more