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Pushback Against Felton Bicycle Track

Opponents spoke out against the track at the Board of Supervisors meeting

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Cabrillo Trustee To Call For Eliminating Football At Schools

Cabrillo Trustee Steve Trujillo says tackle football poses a serious health risk to players

Image caption: Run to Feed the Hungry participants raise funds for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services.
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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Felton Pump Track Proposal Raises Concerns

By Mary Andersen Debate is in full swing over a proposed pump track in Felton Covered Bridge Park. The proposal, shepherded by Santa Cruz Mountains Trails Stewardship (SCMTS), Santa Cruz County Parks Department, and County Park Friends, calls for a …

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Watsonville teenager terrorizes opponents inside the boxing ring

Watsonville Boxing Academy phenom Tony “El Tigre” Torres continues to be a terror in the ring following a pair of big-time victories earlier this year. In January, the 14-year-old incoming Watsonville High freshman won at the California State Region 8 …

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Parkinson’s boxing class a lifeline for seniors with disease

Back in 1971, when Aretha Franklin crooned, “Rock steady, baby / That's what I feel now,” she was following in the footsteps of Alton Ellis & The Flames, who sang “Better get ready / Come do rock steady, ooh / …

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Santa Cruz Warriors Celebrate a Decade of Basketball by the Bay

Exploring the unpredictable and thrilling world of the “Sea Dubs”

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Board Shaper Mando Strives for an Inclusionary Surf Culture

In addition to providing high-quality boards, Mando Surf Co. participates in social justice issues in the industry

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The MAH’s ‘Troubled Waters’ Delves into Diversity and Racism in Surfing

The presentation will feature Black Surf Santa Cruz founder Esabella Bonner, Black.Surfers founder Kayiita Johnson and others

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Health and Fitness: Watsonville’s New Pump Track is Worth a Ride

The large concrete expanse is a playground for all vehicles with wheels

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‘Catz on the search for new football head coach

WATSONVILLE—The Watsonville High football program is on the hunt for a new head coach this offseason after the school announced that Anthony Valdivia was relieved of his duties. Watsonville High Assistant Principal Joe Gregorio said it ultimately came down to …

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O’Neill Cold Water Classic Returns with a Focus on Equality

The historic surf contest’s sponsor is taking steps to ensure fair prize payouts to all genders

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Runner-Coach Duo Leads SLV Sports Hall of Fame Class

From the football field to the basketball court to the oval of the track, San Lorenzo Valley High School has generated outstanding athletic talent. On Nov. 5, some of those decorated athletes will be on hand to celebrate their induction …

Image caption: Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon is one of 82 tribal gaming operations in California.
A Guide to Gambling in the Golden State

In California, you can bet on a horse race, buy a lottery ticket, put money on poker in a card room and play slots at a tribal casino all in the same day.

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Women on Waves Adds Second Day

Several updates made to the popular Capitola surf contest

Image caption: California has produced a stellar field of athletes in many different sports. The hard part is just naming 10.
Golden State All-Stars

Ten of the greatest athletes born or raised in California.

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Surf Legend Duke Kahanamoku’s Santa Cruz Connection

How the Hawaiian icon left his mark on this area in historic visits

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Bill Russell and Vin Scully: Two California Sports Icons

Basketball legend Bill Russell and iconic baseball play-by-play broadcaster Vin Scully will be remembered as two of the most monumental figures in California sports history.

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Local gymnasts shine at national championships

Vargas Academy of Gymnastic Arts in Scotts Valley took seven of its finest athletes to the biggest stage of the USA Gymnastics season last month. The local group of jumpers and tumblers shined against nearly 1,800 other athletes at the …

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