Santa Clara County Local News: Sports


All Local Sports News articles contributed by our local media allies and other local newsrooms.

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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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11/12/2024
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Former Surfrider president and his allies propose an offshore reef to protect Sharp Park Beach—and create a nice wave for surf competitions.

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11/08/2024
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The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors has stopped short of letting the San Jose Earthquakes build a private soccer complex at the county fairgrounds under the current proposed terms.

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11/02/2024
A summary of campaign finance filings reveals the extent of contributions by the San Francisco 49ers to candidates running for office in Santa Clara.

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10/28/2024
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Special interest groups have sunk millions of dollars into November's Santa Clara city elections to decide its future government.

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09/10/2024
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Mountain bikers and BMX riders of all ages are flocking to parks to practice their skills on purpose-built rollers and berms.

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09/06/2024
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Calling all pickleball enthusiasts: the wait is over. The City of Morgan Hill this week announced the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for its new, state-of-the-art outdoor pickleball courts.

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08/30/2024
Image for display with article titled Sunnyvale Officials Delay Vote to Ban Artificial Turf

The debate between using artificial turf or natural grass on government-owned athletic fields in Sunnyvale has been pushed into the future, leaving environmental activists and youth sports groups in limbo.

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08/27/2024
Image for display with article titled 49ers Announce $200M in Upgrades to Levi’s Stadium

The stadium enhancements, including a new, bigger video screen, are in preparation for the hosting of FIFA World Cup matches and the Super Bowl in 2026.

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08/20/2024
Improved video quality and expanded programming are coming soon to Saratoga’s community access TV station channels KSAR15 and. KEDU26.

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08/16/2024
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It's a silent killer that could happen to any high school student: sudden cardiac arrest. One school district wants to make sure it prevents another tragedy.

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07/09/2024
Image for display with article titled 49ers Dole Out Millions in Santa Clara Community Benefits

For a decade, the 49ers have worked to help uplift the community surrounding the city the team calls home.

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07/08/2024
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San Jose is revisiting a plan to make the heart of the city more walkable and easy to navigate ahead of two major sports events.

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07/02/2024
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Sempervirens Fund launches a new Trails Prescription Program for the Santa Cruz Mountains. This program aligns with regional Parks Rx efforts and offers curated trail guides and health insights to enhance outdoor experiences and well-being in the region.

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06/13/2024
The Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury released a report on Measure J and the City of Santa Clara's deal with the San Francisco 49ers, finding the city was "outplayed."

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06/08/2024
Image for display with article titled Santa Clara Temporarily Waives Fees for Youth Sports Groups

Youth sports nonprofits in Santa Clara are asking the city to drop its fees to book fields, and officials are looking for a compromise.

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06/07/2024
A rendering for a Solano Sports Complex development with facilities for baseball, basketball, football, swimming, tennis, volleyball, pickleball and other sports was released as part of the California Forever project in east Solano County.

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05/23/2024
Image for display with article titled Santa Clara Settles Lawsuit With 49ers

Santa Clara and the San Francisco 49ers have settled their last outstanding lawsuit after years of conflict, taking a step toward reconciliation.

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05/17/2024
Image for display with article titled San Jose Sharks Tout Financial Benefits to City as Lease Set to Expire

The San Jose Sharks' SAP Center lease with the city is expiring next year, and the terms will be changing — opening the door for negotiations with both parties.

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05/13/2024
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Gilroy High School hosted the 19th annual Gifted Games on May 3, bringing students with disabilities to the athletic field for an Olympic-style friendly competition.

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05/07/2024
A massive ice sports complex to be operated by the San Jose Sharks is a proposed addition to the Gilroy Sports Park.
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