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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
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
Summer Cross-Training Ideas for Athletes in the Off-Season
Stay Fit, Beat Burnout, and Build Strength With These Engaging Alternatives to Your Regular Sport Summer break is ideal for taking a break from your main sport. But athletes know how important it is to stay in shape. That’s where switching fitness routines up comes into play. This is... Read more
Etiwanda girls basketball team earns another Section 7 title in Arizona with 71-60 victory against Lone Peak of Utah
Etiwanda has won the past three Open Division state basketball championships in California, and the Eagles added to their legacy in a neighboring state Saturday with another title at the annual Section 7 Girls Weekend event at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. Arynn Finley scored a game-high 28... Read more
Windward girls basketball team knocks off rival Sierra Canyon to win ABCA title at Section 7 event in Arizona
An old California high school basketball rivalry was renewed Saturday, including some new faces, as well as the absence of one significant presence in the final of the 16-team ABCA Bracket at the annual Section 7 Girls Weekend at the Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. Windward built a 10-point... Read more
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