Sportstars
SPIbelt Review: A Reliable Running Belt Tailored for Active Athletes
There is nothing more freeing than lacing up your sneakers and going for a run. But that feeling is limited when stuck holding your smartphone or gels during weekly runs. This is why athletes must add a running belt to their gear list for powering through spring and summer... Read more
Why a Summer Sports Clinic Could Be the Game-Changer You Need
Summer provides the perfect opportunity for athletes to take their performance to the next level. It may be off-season, but the summer allows for more time to focus on skill-building, conditioning, and recovery. While it’s tempting to rely on backyard drills or pickup games, or go for a casual... Read more
Standing Core Exercises That Help with Every Sport
The Power of Standing Core Movements When most people think of core workouts, the first thing that comes to mind is the traditional sit-up or crunch. While these are good exercises, they are not necessarily the best or most functional way to train your core—especially if you’re an athlete.... Read more
Warm-Up Routines That Actually Work for Youth Athletes
The Do’s and Don’ts of a Proper Warm-Up Warming up is one of the most important parts of an athlete’s routine, yet it’s often overlooked. A proper warm-up is essential for performance, getting the blood flowing to get the muscles (including your heart and lungs) ready to work. It... Read more
Strava Launches New AI Feature To Help Runners Improve Race Time
The popular running app Strava is tapping into the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to help runners elevate their race day performance. Strava announced the launch of its Performance Prediction feature that identifies estimated finish times for race distances for the 5-kilometer, 10k, half marathon, and marathon.... Read more
Six California athletes help West earn first win since 2018 in McDonald’s All-American boys basketball game; Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer are co-MVPs
Six California competitors helped the West team avoid the first five-game losing streak in the history of the McDonald’s All-American boys basketball game Tuesday night, combining to score 63 points in a 105-92 victory against the East at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Darryn Peterson of Prolific Prep... Read more
Aliyahna “Puff” Morris, Grace Knox and Addie Deal help West team roll to 104-82 victory in McDonald’s All-American girls basketball game; UCLA commit Sienna Betts is MVP
Following a pair of impressive head-to-head showdowns involving their respective teams during the California high school postseason schedule, Mater Dei standout Addie Deal and Etiwanda seniors Aliyahna “Puff” Morris and Grace Knox had an opportunity to join forces as teammates Tuesday on the West roster at the McDonald’s All-American... Read more
Defending boys basketball champ Eastvale Roosevelt knocked off by Plainfield of New Jersey in The Throne national quarterfinals
The pursuit of back-to-back titles at The Throne national boys basketball showcase ended in unceremonious fashion Thursday for California Open Division state champion Eastvale Roosevelt against local program Plainfield of New Jersey at The Rink at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford. Brayden Burries, a McDonald’s All-American, tied... Read more
Late rally by Mater Dei girls basketball team falls short against Bishop Ireton of Virginia in The Throne quarterfinals in New Jersey
Mater Dei couldn’t overcome a sluggish start from the field, in addition to McDonald’s All-American Addie Deal not competing, and a late comeback effort fell short for the Lady Monarchs in a 62-57 setback Thursday against the Cardinals of Bishop Ireton in Virginia in the quarterfinals at the third... Read more
Eastvale Roosevelt boys, Mater Dei girls scheduled to compete at The Throne national basketball showcase in New Jersey
California Open Division boys basketball state champion Eastvale Roosevelt, along with Mater Dei – a semifinal program in the Open Division Southern California Regional girls basketball state playoffs – are both scheduled to compete Thursday at the third annual The Throne event at The Rink at the American Dream... Read more
The 6 Best Protein Bars for Athletes
Athletes require proper nutrition to fuel their performance, enhance recovery, and support overall growth. Protein bars can be a convenient and effective way to provide essential nutrients for an after-class and before-practice snack. However, not all protein bars are created equal—many are packed with artificial ingredients, excess sugar, or... Read more
The Far Western National Qualifier: NCVA’s Biggest Tournament of the Season
Volleyball teams from across the country are about to gather in Reno, Nevada, for one of the most exhilarating volleyball tournaments of the year—the Far Western National Qualifier. Hosted by the Northern California Volleyball Association (NCVA), this prestigious girls’ event spans three weekends, bringing together 500 teams at each... Read more