Sebastian Mack makes his presence felt in UCLA’s win over Idaho State
In case anyone had forgotten about him amid all the newcomers dotting UCLA’s roster, Sebastian Mack provided a reminder with every foray toward the basket…
UCLA basketball blows out Boston University but issues remain
The long road back to prestige started at home, against a largely anonymous opponent.Having failed its first test against a mid-major, UCLA took a step…
Orange Lutheran wins historic Division 1 flag football title
Orange Lutheran faced fourth and two at its own 38-yard line with 57 seconds left. Quarterback Makena Cook took the snap, surveyed the field, and…
Simi Valley holds off upset bid by Notre Dame in playoff opener
There’s little room for error in dealing with the arm and legs of Sherman Oaks Notre Dame’s Steele Pizzella, the fastest quarterback in California.There was…
Three turnovers, six sacks help Chargers dominate Browns.
CLEVELAND — The offense dominated in the first half. The defense made the flashy plays in the second. The Chargers added it up to a 27-10…
Jaden Jefferson and Cathedral outlast St. Paul for league crown
Jaden Jefferson let the glee of victory overtake his face as the clock expired. He grinned ear to ear. Winning wasn’t easy Friday night.The Cathedral…
Norman Powell scores 37 in Clippers’ win over the Nuggets
DENVER — The Clippers’ hold on the game began to slip away in the second quarter, eventually forcing them to play catch-up to the Denver Nuggets.The…
Mater Dei forces four turnovers in rout of St. John Bosco
It was football’s version of a first-round knockout.Taking advantage of two interceptions, a fumble recovery, precision passing from Dash Beierly and power running from Jordon…
USC’s playoff hopes fade in overtime loss to No. 4 Penn State
The chances had been there all afternoon for USC as it tried to put No. 4 Penn State away. But once again Lincoln Riley’s Trojans…
Angel City beats Seattle to stay in NWSL playoff contention
M.A. Vignola‘s first-half goal was all Angel City FC needed to earn a 1-0 road win over the Seattle Reign at Lumen Field.Alyssa Thompson did…
Deuce Jefferson leads Long Beach Poly past Lakewood
In the days leading up to Friday night’s Moore League showdown between Long Beach Poly and Lakewood, the focus centered on whether Jackrabbits transfers Madden…
Chargers open Jim Harbaugh era in L.A. with a win over Raiders
Jim Harbaugh made a winning first impression in his Chargers’ coaching debut as the team rode a stifling defense to a 22-10 victory over the…
Miller Moss and No. 13 USC dominate in 48-0 win over Utah State
It seemed, at first, like a strange fit. A West Coast power, known for its flash, paired with a conference known for its bulk and…
UCLA vs. Hawaii takeaways: What’s going on with Ethan Garbers?
UCLA quarterback Ethan Garbers passes against Hawaii in the first half Saturday. (Darryl Oumi / Getty Images) Expected to be a steadying force, Garbers was…
USC makes a big opening statement with thrilling victory over LSU
LAS VEGAS — Fatigue was setting in. Faith, ever fragile, was wavering. USC’s revamped defense had held mostly tough. Its new starting quarterback looked mostly comfortable.…
Santa Margarita, Chaminade show off offenses in football scrimmage
It’s hard to believe that Trent Mosley of Santa Margarita is only going into his junior football season. He was MVP of the Trinity League…
LeBron James’ layup gives U.S. one-point win over South Sudan
LeBron James saved the U.S. from a stunning loss.His layup with eight seconds left was the go-ahead basket, and the U.S. Olympic team escaped with…
Sophia Smith scores to lead USWNT to win over Mexico
HARRISON. N.J. — Sophia Smith scored in the 64th minute and the United States got revenge for a loss to Mexico earlier this year with a…
Gabriel Pec and Galaxy end Real Salt Lake winning streak
SANDY, Utah — Gabriel Pec scored the lone goal late in the second half and goalkeeper John McCarthy made it stand as the Galaxy ended Real…
Kei Kamara passes Landon Donovan’s MLS goals mark in LAFC win
Kei Kamara scored in the first half to pass Landon Donovan for the second-most goals in MLS history, and Mateusz Bogusz scored two goals in…