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The Best Cyber Monday Deals By Sport
After a weekend of shopping, the spotlight now shifts to Cyber Monday deals. While many websites began rolling out sales before Black Friday, today marks one of the best days for online shopping. For athletes, this includes deals on workout gear and other fitness essentials and sales on sports-specific... Read more
How to Avoid Common Bike Injuries Linked To Winter Cycling
With winter around the corner, cyclists are gearing up to brave colder, slicker conditions on the road. But as temperatures drop and daylight fades, cycling experts are cautioning riders about the increased risk of seasonal injuries linked to riding in the winter. From slips on icy paths to joint... Read more
De La Salle Dominates Lancers
The Spartans made it back-to-back wins over WCAL contenders. The theme at De La Salle’s practices this week was “domination.” It showed throughout every phase of Friday night’s convincing 42-7 win over the St. Francis Lancers, one that affirms the Spartans as the top team in Northern California. Four... Read more
Boys Water Polo Section Rankings
The high school boys water polo season is underway all across the state, with several teams having already competed in elite tournaments and other marquee events and showdowns scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top boys water polo programs in each of... Read more
NCVA Boys Power League Volleyball Tournament: Everything Players Need To Know
Male volleyball athletes in the Bay Area and Sacramento and nearing locations can look forward to a series of tournaments slated for this fall. NCVA announced details for its 2024/2025 Boys Power League, with athletes able to register now until September 3. Through the Northern California Volleyball Association’s (NVCA)... Read more
How To Transition From Summer Workouts To Fall Sports Training
Summertime allows for less structure—and that also may mean when it comes to training. Many athletes take a few weeks off in the summer to repair muscle and recover from spring-season sports. Those who remain active may focus on more playful summer sports to just keep fit and maintain... Read more
Cardio Workouts For Hot Weather To Build Endurance
As summer temperatures rise, high school athletes face the challenge of maintaining their fitness levels while staying safe in the heat. Endurance training is crucial for any athlete, as it boosts cardiovascular health, enhances performance, and builds mental toughness. However, high-intensity workouts in the hot, summer weather increase to... Read more
Harvard Women’s Volleyball 2024 Schedule Includes November Playoffs For Tournament Spot
Harvard announced the schedule for its women’s volleyball 2024 season. Starting at the end of September, the women of the Harvard Crimson team play nine teams starting this fall followed by two invitationals and then playoffs that run mid-November. The Crimson will compete for another Ivy League Tournament spot,... Read more
These Are The Best Sports To Help Runners With Endurance
Track and field season is coming to a close but runners know that the dedication to the sport continues post-track season. Not going for a run for many runners is just not an option. While all runners need to do is lace up and hit the pavement, track, or... Read more
Best Workout Leggings For High School Athletes
Studies suggest that having new workout gear can help boost motivation to hit the gym, track, court or field. And when it comes to the best workout leggings, high school athletes want both fashion and function when comes to buying a new pair. We are talking about pockets for... Read more
Mountain View Volleyball Club: 18U Boys Net National Title
Behind Eight Boys Who’ve Played Together Four Straight Years, Mountain View Volleyball Club Claimed Its First Open Division Junior National Championship • Certainly this was the ideal sendoff for the Mountain View Volleyball Club 18 Red boys team.  Just before its players go their separate ways and venture off... Read more
Softball’s NAIA Explosion Showcase
Superior Showcase Softball’s NAIA Explosion Showcase Arrives in Placer Valley May 31-June 2  Superior Showcase Softball, USA Softball of Sacramento and Placer Valley Tourism are teaming up for three incredible days of softball for the NAIA Explosion Showcase taking place May 31-June 2. Nearly 1,000 softball players from the... Read more