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Alpenglow Sports announces the 18th Annual Winter Speaker Series lineup

TAHOE CITY, Calif. — Alpenglow Sports is excited to announce the lineup of the 2023-24 Winter Speaker Series, presented by Tahoe Mountain Realty. From November 30 through March 7, the Tahoe City retailer and community...

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U.S. Ski & Snowboard announces Alpine team

PARK CITY, Utah — After years of having multiple athletes representing the Lake Tahoe area, Team Palisades Tahoe skier Bryce Bennett will be the lone member competing from the region on U.S. Alpine Ski Team's...

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Palisades Tahoe moves to reservation-based parking for the 2023/24 Winter Season

OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. — Palisades Tahoe is introducing a new reservation-based parking program for the 2023/24 winter season. The program is being implemented in an effort to alleviate traffic congestion and elevate the overall guest...

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New Tahoe Donner ski lodge approved by planning comission

TRUCKEE, Calif. — A new downhill ski lodge at Tahoe Donner has moved a step closer to reality. The Town of Truckee Planning Commission voted in favor of approving a development permit for the proposed...

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American Century Championship awards $121,250 to 52 area non-profits

The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority distributed $121,250 in funds to 52 area non-profit organizations as a result of the 34th annual American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.

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5th annual Mountainfilm on Tour returns to North Lake Tahoe

Alpenglow Sports is excited to announce the return of Mountainfilm on Tour to north Lake Tahoe on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10-11.

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Access to sport: Achieve Tahoe serves as a pillar of accessible outdoor recreation the Lake Tahoe Basin

The Tahoe Basin is home to rich history, rugged terrain, and endless adventure. With rigorous outdoor activities at one's fingertips throughout the summer season such as camping, hiking, biking, boating, and more – Lake Tahoe...

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Lake Tahoe Community College launches men, women cross-country teams

Matthew Airola, a two-time California Community College Athletic Association cross-country and track and field champion was hired by the Lake Tahoe Community College to coach its new Cross-Country and Long-Distance Track programs.

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BMX NorCal State Finals coming to Oak Creek BMX in Roseville

A mad dash downhill from the starting gate, hills that beg for get-in-the-air jumps and “explosive sprints with turns” that can flip a last-place racer into the front of the pack in a few seconds are just part of the …

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Running Around California’s Capital Region

From marathoners to casual joggers, enthusiasts can take advantage of the Sacramento region’s diverse trails, terrain, and competitive events.

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Del Oro grad Smartt has company with Chargers

Del Oro High School graduate Stone Smartt made the 53-man roster for the Los Angeles Chargers. Smartt was bumped up to the active roster last season after being a member of the practice squad as an undrafted free agent.

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Reeder takes over Whittell volleyball program

alumna Darby Reeder will take over head coaching duties for Whittell High School's Warrior volleyball team.

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Martis Camp Club to host 68th U.S. Senior Amateur Golf Championship

Martis Camp Club will host the 68th U.S. Senior Amateur Championship for the second time from Aug. 26-31.

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Flying high: Auburn pilot, Lincoln co-pilot win all-female cross-country air race on their first try

Michaela Johnson of Auburn collaborated with co-pilot Kristina Ledwith of Lincoln, and their team won the Palms to Pines race on its first try.

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Marlette 50k attracts hundreds of runners to Tahoe’s north shore

The annual Marlette 50K and 10 Miler was held by Big Blue Adventure last weekend, challenging runners across trails from Spooner Lake to Marlette Lake and back.

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Achieve Tahoe expands sailing program with $75,262 grant from the Truckee Tahoe Airport District

With this funding, Achieve Tahoe will provide U.S. sailing training and certification to volunteers and staff, increasing the pool of trained adaptive sailing instructors, and purchase a safety craft and a new adaptive R.S. Venture sailboat that will allow individuals …

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Former Olympic head coach, Mike Jankowski named executive director of sports at Sugar Bowl Resort, to lead sport programs and initiatives

Sugar Bowl Resort announced today that Mike Jankowski has been named as its new executive director of sports. An elite performance professional with 20 years of Olympic sport organization experience, Jankowski has coached U.S. Olympic Ski and Snowboard teams since …

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Waves of change: Oldest stand-up paddleboard race making come back after years of setbacks

As the Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival, which is believed to be the world’s oldest running stand-up paddleboard race, heads into a 17th year, founder Ernie Brassard is handing off organizing duties to friend and surf legend Bob Pearson.

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Women's World Cup a trip of a lifetime for Colfax, 49er United players

It was the trip of a lifetime for local girls' soccer coach Kara Diederichs and 10 of her players with Colfax High School and 49er United, as they journeyed across the Pacific Ocean for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup …

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