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Freitas Releases Nor Cal Tip Off Classic Schedule
Hoop Review Update: Boys basketball showcase coming to Chabot College, Hayward features elite ballers, top-tier coaching: 2018 NOR CAL CLASH ANNOUNCEMENT The ninth annual Nor Cal Clash will be held Sunday August 26th at Chabot College in Hayward at 3:00 pm. This one-game event will have elite players from Northern... Read more
NorCal Stars Highlight USA 2018 National Synchronized Swimming Teams
Announcing Team USA: 13-15 and 12U 2018 National Synchronized Swimming Teams Spectators have long been awed by the grace and power of synchronized swimming since the inception of the sport in the early 1900s. As an Olympic sport, Americans and the world are captivated by the beauty and athleticism of... Read more
Exclusive: Is Strength Training Safe For Young Athletes?
TOP IMAGE CREDIT: TrainerAcademy.Org Smart Lifting:  In recent years, Olympic lifting has become more identifiable and accessible to the general public, and strength training safety has become more integrated in sports and rehabilitation programs. The question that remains on many parents’ minds is, is strength training safe for young athletes?... Read more
Affordable Meals to make at Home In Under Five Minutes
   Many athletes and their families find that eating well during a busy week can be a challenging task. However, with a few ideas and a little prep time, you can easily fuel your body so that you are energized and motivated for all of your training, competitions and... Read more
High Sierra Track Camp 2018: Learn How To Improve Technique and Speed
High altitude and soaring mountains aren’t the only reasons to choose the High Sierra Track Camp 2018, but they are compelling ones! Here’s another: Coach Harry Marra — the world-renowned coach and trainer whose career is highlighted by Ashton Eaton’s two Olympic golds and world record, as well as... Read more
UCLA-bound Senior Shea Moreno Named SportStar of the Week
Sheldon Sacramento – Senior – Softball The UCLA-bound senior, Shea Moreno of Sheldon Sacramento, belted three big hits (two doubles). She also knocked in two runs during Sheldon, Sacramento’s 6-4 vengeance win over rival Elk Grove on April 19. The road victory propels Sheldon a step closer to splitting the... Read more
How to Boost Your Confidence in Sports?
Want to Know a Shocking Fact About Confidence Building and How to Boost Your Confidence in Sports? Watch my video. I know exactly how an athlete feels when a coach says, “you need more confidence if you want to be a better player.” That’s why I want to address how to... Read more
Walnut Creek Aquanuts Take Silver in National Competition
Team Walnut Creek Aquanuts, our local synchronized swim members take to the podium, scoring 146.574 points, and missing gold by only 3.6 points at last weekends Louisville, TX competition. The U.S. Nationals medal along with Trials win, also assures Miko Begossi of Alamo and Marlena King (Clayton) a spot on the 2018 U.S.... Read more
Bay Area Lands Rugby D1A Rugby Semifinal and Championship Playoffs
Northern California has long been a hot bed for collegiate rugby, that’s why the D1A Rugby Semifinal and Championship Playoffs are coming to the Bay Area As home to two of the most successful college programs in Saint Mary’s and Cal, the Bay Area again finds the postseason spotlight with... Read more
Speed vs Strength: How To Maximize Both For Best Results
Why Choose? Speed vs Strength? Here’s How To Maximize Both. So everyone is looking to increase their speed in sports. Speed is still king. There are two primary ways to do that. 1) You work on your speed mechanics and move more efficiently. 2) You increase your strength. In... Read more
SportStar Of The Week: Patrick Wicklander
Patrick Wicklander Strikes Out 18 In A No-Hit Shutout Of Riordan-S.F.; Lowers ERA Under 1.00 • PATRICK WICKLANDER | Valley Christian-San Jose – Baseball – Senior A University of Arkansas-signee and the cover athlete to SportStars’ NorCal Baseball/Softball Preview this past March, Wicklander is doing more than just delivering on... Read more
Increase Your Bench: Triceps Are The Key
Triceps Are The Key To Unlocking Your Lifting and Bench Potential. It was January 2006. I had just finished playing my last college football game and my agent flew me out to Scottsdale, Arizona, to prepare for the NFL combine. The combine consists of multiple tests you have to... Read more