Fairfax Beats LA High During Centennial Celebration
September 12, 2024
Fairfax High School celebrated their 100th anniversary with a victory when they defeated Los Angeles High School 18-14 on Friday.
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High School
Student Athlete of the Week: Ashton Johnson
September 12, 2024
Dorsey junior Ashton Johnson is a multisport athlete, helping the Dons 4x400m relay team reach the CIF State Championship. Johnson also competes in baseball and soccer.
Student Athlete of the Week: Christina Gray
September 4, 2024
Junior Christina Gray has no problem helping maintain the Carson Colts women’s track and field legacy. She has won City Section championships and competed in the CIF State meet during her first two years with Carson.
Washington Beats Hollywood in Season Opener
August 29, 2024
The Washington Prep Generals football team is starting a new season and a new era with a victory. The Generals defeated the Hollywood Sheiks 32-7.
Student Athlete of the Week: Kloey Bacchus
August 28, 2024
During her senior year, Kloey Bacchus was the captain of the ICEF girls rugby team. She learned being a captain means being a sounding board for her teammates. Previous captains provided that for her.
Bridgette Robinson Wants to Improve the Soccer iQ of Youth
August 14, 2024
Educator Bridgette Robinson created Soccer iQ Institute to provide a unique academic experience for student athletes from sixth to 12th grade. At Soccer iQ Institute, athletic training for soccer is incorporated into a schedule with academics.
Student Athlete of the Week: Jayla Cigar-Dingle
August 14, 2024
With St. Mary’s Academy last season, Jayla Cigar-Dingle reached the CIF State championship meet. She will be heading to Sacramento State University on a full-ride and will be competing on their track and field team under the tutelage of Kyra Jefferson.
Tee Divas, Tee Dudes Receive Scholarships for Graduating High School
July 31, 2024
Tee Divas & Tee Dudes Golf Club (TDTD) celebrated the high school graduation of its junior club members on July 26 at Chester Washington Golf Course (CWGC), 1818 Charlie Sifford Dr. in the West Athens community.
Student Athlete of the Week: Dominic Jackson
July 31, 2024
Dominic Jackson started competing in rugby during his senior year at View Park. Jackson was also ASB vice president of his senior class last year.
Student Athlete of the Week: Lauryn Williams
July 24, 2024
Recent Carson alum Lauryn Williams is a two-time City Section champion in the shot put. In the City Section shot put finals, Williams threw a 39-8.25 to become the back-to-back champ. In the State prelims she improved to a 40-2.00, coming in 10th and qualifying for the State Finals.
Craig Smith Creates Books to Inspire Youth
July 10, 2024
Former NBA player Craig Smith encourages youth to make their dreams come true with his children’s books “Craig and His Magical Basketball” and “Coloring with Craig: The Rhinos Basketball Adventures.” Through his books, Smith urges youth to develop a sense of “purpose, drive, passion and work ethic” at an early age.
Student Athlete of the Week Brooklyn Walker
July 3, 2024
King/Drew junior Brooklyn Walker is a highly motivated athlete who pours her talents and leadership skills into the girl’s volleyball and softball teams.
Saint Mary’s Academy Track and Field Reaches State Championships
June 26, 2024
The Saint Mary’s Academy Belles girl’s track and field team built a bond of talent and teamwork which helped them excel in the Division IV Southern Section Championships and compete in the CIF State Meet.
ICEF Rugby Competes in Washington D.C. and Japan
June 19, 2024
The View Park (ICEF) boy’s and girl’s rugby teams culminated their season with a trip to the Urban Rugby Championship and Japan.
Student Athlete of the Week: Sherilynne Chensam
June 5, 2024
Hamilton senior Sherilynne Chensam has always loved playing basketball but competing would occasionally become overwhelming to her. When she felt her passion for basketball slipping away, she took a two-year hiatus during her freshman and sophomore years.