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Run-Thru and Rehydrate: Get a Free Smoothie King Drink on Global Running Day
Runners are taking the roads, trails, and track by storm today to celebrate Global Running Day. After working on a sweat, head over to your local Smoothie King to replenish electrolytes, get energized, and recover with a post-run smoothie. Smoothie King made a few exciting announcements in honor of... Read more
Stevenson boys golf team shines at Poppy Hills to secure first title since 2013, St. Francis freshman Jaden Soong sets scoring record with 62 at CIF State Championships
PEBBLE BEACH – It was a significant showcase that nearly didn’t materialize for Jaden Soong, but the St. Francis High freshman standout took full advantage of the opportunity to shine on the biggest stage in California high school golf. It was a memorable moment for Stevenson School, which benefited... Read more
Brady McHenry of Buena holds off Hill Wang in playoff to win CIF/SCGA regional boys golf crown, but La Serna still earns first team title
Brady McHenry will always remember his birdie putt on the par-4 10th hole to win a playoff Thursday against Hill Wang of La Serna High at the CIF/Southern California Golf Association regional final, but it was another birdie on the final hole of his regulation round that might have... Read more
Concord De La Salle captures eighth Northern California Regional boys golf crown, but Josh Kim edged in playoff by College Prep’s Will Chang to decide individual title
Josh Kim has won both individual and team titles during his Concord De La Salle High career at the CIF/Northern California Golf Association regional boys golf final. Kim, a UCLA-bound senior, had an opportunity to achieve both Tuesday in his final appearance at the Northern California Regional Championships, before... Read more
Fueling Performance: A Summer Sports Training Diet Guide
Summer is a peak season for athletes, offering longer days, better weather for outdoor workouts, and opportunities for sports training, camps, and competition. But with hot temperatures and intense physical activity comes the need for a well-structured diet that supports performance, hydration, recovery, and overall health. Sure, we all... Read more
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