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Sports Reporter covering the LA Sparks, HS Sports and Marathons for Southern California News Group | @CMUniversity & @NewhouseSU alum | Journalism Professor

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BREAKING: Miami 2027 5-Star CB commit Donte Wright Jr. is warming up at quarterback for Long Beach Poly. The Jackrabbits will play Inglewood at SoFi Stadium. Talk about a unique venue for Friday Night Lights.

BREAKING: Miami 2027 5-Star CB commit Donte Wright Jr. is warming up at quarterback for Long Beach Poly. The Jackrabbits will play Inglewood at SoFi Stadium. Talk about a unique venue for Friday Night Lights.

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Sanaa Lathan is at the Sparks vs. Fever game.

Sanaa Lathan is at the Sparks vs. Fever game.

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris receives a standing ovation at the Los Angeles Sparks game.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris receives a standing ovation at the Los Angeles Sparks game.

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The presumed No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft whenever she decides to declare JuJu Watkins is in the building for the Liberty vs. Sparks game with her USC teammates.

The presumed No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft whenever she decides to declare JuJu Watkins is in the building for the Liberty vs. Sparks game with her USC teammates.

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St. John Bosco baseball wins the CIF-SS Division 1 baseball championship game over Santa Margarita. The Braves won 3-2 in nine innings. Miles Clark with the walk off hit.

St. John Bosco baseball wins the CIF-SS Division 1 baseball championship game over Santa Margarita. The Braves won 3-2 in nine innings. Miles Clark with the walk off hit.

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Final: St. John Bosco 4, Patrick Henry 0. The Braves, who finished the season on a 19-game winning streak, won the CIF Southern California Regional Division I championship. Junior pitcher Jack Champlin closed out the game.

Final: St. John Bosco 4, Patrick Henry 0. The Braves, who finished the season on a 19-game winning streak, won the CIF Southern California Regional Division I championship. Junior pitcher Jack Champlin closed out the game.

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With the 87th selection in the 2025 MLB Draft the Boston Red Sox select: Anthony Eyanson, RHP, LSU. anthony eyanson is a 2022 graduate from Lakewood High School.

With the 87th selection in the 2025 MLB Draft the Boston Red Sox select: Anthony Eyanson, RHP, LSU. anthony eyanson is a 2022 graduate from Lakewood High School.

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Exclusive: American Nathan Martin, a 36-year-old high school cross county coach from Jackson, Michigan, is the personification of never giving up. He won the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon in 2:11:16.50, capturing the title in the final stride of the 26.2 mile race Sunday.

Exclusive: American Nathan Martin, a 36-year-old high school cross county coach from Jackson, Michigan, is the personification of never giving up. He won the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon in 2:11:16.50, capturing the title in the final stride of the 26.2 mile race Sunday.

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Final: Orange Lutheran 20, St. John Bosco 19. The Lancers will host a CIF-SS Division 1 semifinal game.

Final: Orange Lutheran 20, St. John Bosco 19. The Lancers will host a CIF-SS Division 1 semifinal game.

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Exclusive: Rae Burrell on getting emotional during Los Angeles Sparks loss vs. Seattle Storm. Burrell told me she gets frustrated sometimes because she doesn’t want to let her team down. Seattle beat LA 82-64 on Monday, July 6, 2026. #WNBA #LASparks #Basketball

Exclusive: Rae Burrell on getting emotional during Los Angeles Sparks loss vs. Seattle Storm. Burrell told me she gets frustrated sometimes because she doesn’t want to let her team down. Seattle beat LA 82-64 on Monday, July 6, 2026. #WNBA #LASparks #Basketball

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Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum says she’s looking forward to playing with Kate Martin a lot more this season. She said Martin is always in the right spot. Martin is currently on a developmental contract but Plum says hopefully not for much longer.

Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum says she’s looking forward to playing with Kate Martin a lot more this season. She said Martin is always in the right spot. Martin is currently on a developmental contract but Plum says hopefully not for much longer.

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New Los Angeles Sparks general manager Ariana Andonian shares her long-term vision for sustained success. The 31-year-old was hired on Sept. 4 after working in the NBA since 2015. Her most recent position was Vice President of Player Personnel for the Philadelphia 76ers and general of the Delaware Blue Coats, the 76ers’ NBA G League team.

New Los Angeles Sparks general manager Ariana Andonian shares her long-term vision for sustained success. The 31-year-old was hired on Sept. 4 after working in the NBA since 2015. Her most recent position was Vice President of Player Personnel for the Philadelphia 76ers and general of the Delaware Blue Coats, the 76ers’ NBA G League team.

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Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve believes most WNBA teams are not interested in playing defense and are primarily focused on scoring points. She also talked about empowering rookie point guard Olivia Miles to be herself before scoring a career-high 31 points on 80% shooting and the fact that no Black women are currently head coaches in the WNBA.

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve believes most WNBA teams are not interested in playing defense and are primarily focused on scoring points. She also talked about empowering rookie point guard Olivia Miles to be herself before scoring a career-high 31 points on 80% shooting and the fact that no Black women are currently head coaches in the WNBA.

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It is safe to say both teams are excited for the Long Beach Poly vs. Wilson football game.

It is safe to say both teams are excited for the Long Beach Poly vs. Wilson football game.

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Los Angeles Sparks rookie guard Ta’Niya Latson on staying mentally ready while receiving limited playing in the WNBA. Latson said she’s still learning how to play point guard/lead guard role as she transitions from her natural position of shooting guard.

Los Angeles Sparks rookie guard Ta’Niya Latson on staying mentally ready while receiving limited playing in the WNBA. Latson said she’s still learning how to play point guard/lead guard role as she transitions from her natural position of shooting guard.

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Lakewood baseball coach Spud O’Neil shares his emotions after coaching his final Moore League baseball game. Coach O’Neil is retiring after 52 years and more than 980 wins.

Lakewood baseball coach Spud O’Neil shares his emotions after coaching his final Moore League baseball game. Coach O’Neil is retiring after 52 years and more than 980 wins.

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Los Ángeles Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts told me it is “ridiculous” that Kelsey Plum was not named an All-Star starter because she’s having a career year. Coach Roberts believes Plum is the best 1-on-1 player in the WNBA and is having an MVP season.

Los Ángeles Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts told me it is “ridiculous” that Kelsey Plum was not named an All-Star starter because she’s having a career year. Coach Roberts believes Plum is the best 1-on-1 player in the WNBA and is having an MVP season.

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Rickea Jackson explains why she took personal time away from the Los Angeles Sparks. Jackson played in Tuesday’s practice.

Rickea Jackson explains why she took personal time away from the Los Angeles Sparks. Jackson played in Tuesday’s practice.

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Breaking: LA Sparks star forward Cameron Brink told me she is planning to play against the Las Vegas Aces tommorow night.

Breaking: LA Sparks star forward Cameron Brink told me she is planning to play against the Las Vegas Aces tommorow night.

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LA Sparks All-Star Kelsey Plum says she’s ready to return from her sprained ankle injury and go up against Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings. Plum missed three games due to injury. #WNBA #LASparks #DallasWings

LA Sparks All-Star Kelsey Plum says she’s ready to return from her sprained ankle injury and go up against Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings. Plum missed three games due to injury. #WNBA #LASparks #DallasWings

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Long Beach City College held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new $250 million stadium, arena and athletic complex on Wednesday afternoon. The new facility is estimated to be completed by Summer 2029 to replace the existing Veterans Memorial Stadium that opened in 1950 and closed in August 2026.

Long Beach City College held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new $250 million stadium, arena and athletic complex on Wednesday afternoon. The new facility is estimated to be completed by Summer 2029 to replace the existing Veterans Memorial Stadium that opened in 1950 and closed in August 2026.

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Ta’Niya Latson was just waived by the Los Angeles Sparks to make room to sign Kate Martin to a standard contract. This is my most recent interview with Latson from last week where she shared her positive perspective despite limited playing time and being asked to play point guard while shooting guard is her natural position.

Ta’Niya Latson was just waived by the Los Angeles Sparks to make room to sign Kate Martin to a standard contract. This is my most recent interview with Latson from last week where she shared her positive perspective despite limited playing time and being asked to play point guard while shooting guard is her natural position.

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EXCLUSIVE: Romeo Pellum explains why he declined an offer to be Long Beach Poly football’s next head coach. Pellum said he wants to continue building the Long Beach Millikan football program. He also wants to coach his son, who told him he wants to be a Millikan Ram.

EXCLUSIVE: Romeo Pellum explains why he declined an offer to be Long Beach Poly football’s next head coach. Pellum said he wants to continue building the Long Beach Millikan football program. He also wants to coach his son, who told him he wants to be a Millikan Ram.

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Kate Martin’s emotional interview after signing a developmental contract with the LA Sparks after being waived this week by the Golden State Valkyries.

Kate Martin’s emotional interview after signing a developmental contract with the LA Sparks after being waived this week by the Golden State Valkyries.

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Exclusive: Cameron Brink held her own personal half court 5 on 5 practice session after LA Sparks practice Saturday morning. Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is hopeful Brink will return to action before the end of July.

Exclusive: Cameron Brink held her own personal half court 5 on 5 practice session after LA Sparks practice Saturday morning. Sparks coach Lynne Roberts is hopeful Brink will return to action before the end of July.

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Los Angeles Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts on the organization parting ways with general manager Raegan Pebley and the fact that Nneka Ogwumike is about to pass Lisa Leslie’s all-time franchise scoring record. Coach Roberts also provides updates on Cameron Brink’s injury status.

Los Angeles Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts on the organization parting ways with general manager Raegan Pebley and the fact that Nneka Ogwumike is about to pass Lisa Leslie’s all-time franchise scoring record. Coach Roberts also provides updates on Cameron Brink’s injury status.

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