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Twelve Los Angeles Sports Teams Unite to Donate in Support of Those Impacted By L.A. Fires

Sentinel News ServiceJanuary 15, 2025

As the people of Los Angeles and its surrounding communities begin the long recovery from the region’s devastating fires, 12 professional sports organizations – Angel City FC, the Angels, Chargers, Clippers, Dodgers, Ducks, Galaxy, Kings, LAFC, Lakers, Rams and Sparks – have pledged a combined donation of more than $8 million to support victims in need, as well as those fighting the fires.

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Top Sports Moments of 2024

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorJanuary 1, 2025

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Messiah Bright Inspires Youth at Soccer Clinic

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 25, 2024

Angel City FC recently partnered with L.A. Care to host a soccer clinic at Ross Snyder Recreation Center for youth from Girls Play LA (GPLA). ACFC attacker Messiah Bright visited the clinic to hold a Q&A session and participate in the drills with the GPLA youth.

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Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players’ association

EDDIE PELLS, AP National WriterDecember 19, 2024

The athletes whose lawsuit against the NCAA is primed to pave the way for schools to pay them directly also want a players’ association to represent them in the complex contract negotiations that have overtaken the sport.

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Student Athlete of the Week: Koa Seymour

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 19, 2024

Senior golfer Koa Seymour recently signed to compete at Cal State Fullerton. Seymour noted how she enjoyed the campus; she also developed a strong relationship with the coach and players.

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Women of Troy Basketball Defeats Fresno State 89-40

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 15, 2024

The Women of Troy won their fifth straight game in their 89-40 victory over the Fresno State Bulldogs. USC handled the pace, scoring 23 fast-break points and 42 points in the paint. Their defense would hold the Bulldogs to 20 points in the first half.

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WinterFest At Hollywood Park Brought Family Fun

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 12, 2024

Hollywood Park partnered with NBA legend Baron Davis and his Black Santa Brand to host the third annual WinterFest. While WinterFest provided family fun and entertainment, it uplifted local businesses and raised awareness of pickleball.

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Caleb Williams Honored as USC Falls to Notre Dame 35-49

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 7, 2024

A strong third quarter helped the No. 4 Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeat the USC Trojans 49-35. Sophomore quarterback Jayden Maiava had 360 passing yards, over twice as many yards as Notre Dame senior quarterback Riley Leonard.

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Shawne Merriman Makes Lights Out Extreme Fighting Thrive

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorDecember 5, 2024

Chargers legend Shawne “Lights Out” Merriman has put himself into the world of MMA through his company Lights Out Extreme Fighting.

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Dialing long distance: Harden joins Curry as the only NBA players to reach 3,000 3-pointers

BETH HARRIS AP Sports WriterDecember 5, 2024

James Harden has joined Golden State’s Stephen Curry as the only NBA players to reach 3,000 career 3-pointers.

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King/Drew Defeats Palisades in City Section Championship

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterDecember 5, 2024

The King/Drew Golden Eagles football team won their first-ever championship after defeating the Palisades Dolphins 56-35 in the City Section Division I championship.

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Lakers Hoops For Troops Clinics Pays Homage to Vets

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorNovember 28, 2024

The Los Angeles Lakers honored military veterans with their Hoops for Troops clinic. Military members were able to practice their basketball skills and scrimmage on the hardwood of Crypto.com Arena

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Stopping The Run With Derwin James and Daiyan Henley

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorNovember 28, 2024

The Los Angeles Chargers are in fifth place in the AFC as of Friday. Their defensive aggression plays an important role in their success. The Chargers pace the NFL in scoring defense, which has only allowed 12.6 points per game this season.

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Student Athlete of the Week: Semi Taylor

Amanda Scurlock, Sports EditorNovember 28, 2024

Washington Prep senior Semi Taylor is a third generation General. Her grand parents and parents are alums of Washington Prep.

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Powell Scores 23 Points in Clippers 102-99 Win Over Warriors

Jarred Davis, Contributing WriterNovember 22, 2024

Norman Powell scored a team-high 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held on in a thriller to defeat the Golden State Warriors 102-99 on Monday night at Intuit Dome.