Student Athlete of the Week: Jason Bell
May 30, 2019
Carson Colts sophomore Jason Bell makes the Colts frosh/soft track and field team a competitive force. His talents led him to compete and excel at the City Section championships.
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View Park Softball To Battle in Division I Playoffs
May 9, 2019
May 9 marks the fourth consecutive year that the View Park Knights softball team reached the playoffs. This season presents a new challenge to the program as they were upgraded to division I competition. View Park finished their season with a contending 11-4 overall record and a 10-0 Coliseum League record. The Knights will face the Hamilton Yankees on Thursday in the first round of the playoffs. “It was very good but at the same time very challenging,” senior Sam Johnson said about the season. “We’re trying to get through them as best as we can.” View Park battled the
Serra Softball Routs St. Bernard to Complete Season Sweep
April 11, 2019
The Serra Cavaliers softball team showed how prepared they are to defend their division seven Southern Section championship. On Thursday, they committed the season sweep of their rivals, the St. Bernard Vikings with a 15-0 victory.
Student Athlete of the Week: D’Mar Johnson
April 4, 2019
Dorsey senior linebacker D’Mar Johnson realizes how the lessons learned during a game can last long after the regulated minutes run out. Football does more than just develop a person’s athleticism. “I just like the contact of the sport and the sport, it gives you an edge on how to become a better person in life,” he said. “It’s not even just a game, it’s really a lifestyle that you live.” Johnson helped the Dons earn an 8-5 overall record and pace the Coliseum League with a 5-0 record. Although they had a tough start to their season, the team
Brad Pye’s National Sports Beat (3/7-3/13/19)
March 21, 2019
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High School Basketball Champions Compete in the State Tournament
March 1, 2019
Rival schools Fairfax and Westchester reunited at the Open Division City Section championship for the second consecutive year. The Fairfax Lions avenged themselves from their loss last year, defeating the Westchester Comets 60-53. Fairfax was 3-0 against Westchester this season.
Student Athlete of the Week: Jonah Edmond
February 21, 2019
Crenshaw senior defensive back Jonah Edmond rises up to a challenge, whether it is solving math equations or solving the offensive schemes of opponents. With a GPA of 3.5, he had the highest GPA on the football team.
Student Athlete of the Week: Chima Uka
January 31, 2019
View Park sophomore Chima Uka enjoys a solid team effort, his involvement with the Knights football and track and field teams reflect that.
Johnathan Franklin Keeps the Rams in the Community
January 31, 2019
Since they returned in 2016, the Los Angeles Rams created ways to aide various Southland communities. One of the people who help make that possible is former NFL player and South L.A. native Johnathan Franklin, who is a manager of Community Affairs and Engagement for the franchise.
Compton Centennial Football Returns With a Revamped Program
November 8, 2018
Centennial High School in Compton has rebuilt their football program with the hope to cultivate athletes and scholars.
Dorsey Defeats Rival Crenshaw, Wins Coliseum League Title
November 1, 2018
The Crenshaw vs Dorsey game was more than a rivalry grudge match this season. It was a battle for the Coliseum League crown, as both teams came into the matchup with an undefeated league record. After four quarters of solid competition, Dorsey secured league and rivalry dominance with a 44-35 win.
Dorsey Snaps Losing Streak at Homecoming Game
October 4, 2018
After struggling against a tough non-Coliseum League schedule, the Dorsey Dons shut out the View Park Knights 49-0 in front of current students and alumni during their homecoming game.
Student Athlete of the Week: Jalen Thompson
August 30, 2018
Going into his junior year at Washington State University, Jalen Thompson has a wealth of experience playing safety for the Cougars football team.
Student Athlete of the Week: Dunsin Akinbi
July 26, 2018
Through his years at King/Drew, Akinbi earned a 4.2 overall GPA. During his senior year, he took AP Calculus and AP Physics.
View Park Basketball Becomes State Champions
July 26, 2018
The View Park Boys’ basketball team created a new chapter in the school’s gilded athletic history. The Varsity team won the CIF State Division IV championship and the Junior Varsity squad created a strong resume of wins.