Sports Focus: May 19, 2023
As the school year comes to a close, we feature Bay Area student-athletes from twin wrestlers teaching other kids to a girl who is getting scouted for her talents as a freshman and an East Bay senior who excels at track and field while also giving back to the community in her family's home village in Nigeria.
As the school year comes to a close, we feature Bay Area student-athletes from twin wrestlers teaching other kids to a girl who is getting scouted for her talents as a freshman and an East Bay senior who excels at track and field while also giving back to the community in her family's home village in Nigeria.
Oakland A's face more challenges with Las Vegas move
The Oakland A's are running into additional funding problems as they try to make a move to Las Vegas.
The Oakland A's are running into additional funding problems as they try to make a move to Las Vegas.
Report: Levi's Stadium likely to host Super Bowl in 2026
The Sports Business Journal reported Thursday that Levi's Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, is likely to be awarded the 2026 Super Bowl.
The Sports Business Journal reported Thursday that Levi's Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, is likely to be awarded the 2026 Super Bowl.
Rep. Swalwell says former 49er Bruce Miller threatened him
Rep. Eric Swalwell said former San Francisco 49er Bruce Miller threatened to execute him.
Rep. Eric Swalwell said former San Francisco 49er Bruce Miller threatened to execute him.
Pitcher accidentally kills bird with pregame throw at Oakland Coliseum
While warming up in the outfield before Arizona’s game at Oakland on Wednesday, Gallen threw a curveball that hit a bird in midflight, killing the animal.
While warming up in the outfield before Arizona’s game at Oakland on Wednesday, Gallen threw a curveball that hit a bird in midflight, killing the animal.
L.A. Dodgers disinvite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to 'Pride Night', rescind award
Sister Unity with the Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence said the group was honored to find out the LA Dodgers planned to present them the "Community Hero Award" at the team’s Pride night in June. Then suddenly, the Sisters were disinvited, the award, rescinded.
Sister Unity with the Los Angeles Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence said the group was honored to find out the LA Dodgers planned to present them the "Community Hero Award" at the team’s Pride night in June. Then suddenly, the Sisters were disinvited, the award, rescinded.
Lucky NASCAR FOX Bet Super 6 winner scores Clint's cash on Kansas Speedway
One lucky winner claimed Clint's cash playing the FOX Bet Super 6 NASCAR Stage 2 Contest featuring Kansas Speedway. Find out what the lifelong racing fan plans to do with his winnings!
One lucky winner claimed Clint's cash playing the FOX Bet Super 6 NASCAR Stage 2 Contest featuring Kansas Speedway. Find out what the lifelong racing fan plans to do with his winnings!
Lakers fan elevates hair game with LeBron James image shaved on head
The intricate design was created by barber Miguel Rosas, who specializes in hair portraits of famous sports stars.
The intricate design was created by barber Miguel Rosas, who specializes in hair portraits of famous sports stars.
A's now have two 'binding' ballpark agreements
The Oakland Athletics have thrown relocation into chaos with binding themselves to a second stadium location in Las Vegas with time running out to get it officially approved and funded.
The Oakland Athletics have thrown relocation into chaos with binding themselves to a second stadium location in Las Vegas with time running out to get it officially approved and funded.
Doyle Brunson, 'Godfather of Poker' and 2x world champion, dies at 89
Doyle Brunson was one of the most influential poker players of all time, winning 10 World Series of Poker tournaments and world championships in 1976 and 1977.
Doyle Brunson was one of the most influential poker players of all time, winning 10 World Series of Poker tournaments and world championships in 1976 and 1977.
Sherpa guide climbs Mount Everest for 26th time, tying all-time record
Pasang Dawa Sherpa reached the summit on Sunday morning, matching the record set by a fellow Nepalese guide for the most ascents of the world’s highest peak.
Pasang Dawa Sherpa reached the summit on Sunday morning, matching the record set by a fellow Nepalese guide for the most ascents of the world’s highest peak.
Another horse dies at Churchill Downs, home of Kentucky Derby
A horse died Sunday after a race at Churchill Downs, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
A horse died Sunday after a race at Churchill Downs, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
Mother of LA Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw dies
Marianne Tombaugh died Saturday, according to Ellen Kershaw. The pitcher’s wife mentioned it during the dedication of a refurbished youth baseball field in Inglewood that his charity foundation supported.
Marianne Tombaugh died Saturday, according to Ellen Kershaw. The pitcher’s wife mentioned it during the dedication of a refurbished youth baseball field in Inglewood that his charity foundation supported.
Ja Morant facing 2nd suspension after another gun video appears on social media
It’s the second time in less than three months that the Memphis Grizzlies player was seen on Instagram holding what appeared to be a weapon.
It’s the second time in less than three months that the Memphis Grizzlies player was seen on Instagram holding what appeared to be a weapon.
Eagles’ Jalen Hurts receives master’s degree from University of Oklahoma
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts received his master’s degree in human relations from the University of Oklahoma on Friday.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts received his master’s degree in human relations from the University of Oklahoma on Friday.
Brittney Griner plays in first WNBA preseason game since detainment in Russia
Brittney Griner returned to game action for the first time since a nearly 10-month detainment in Russia on drug-related charges ended with a prisoner swap in December.
Brittney Griner returned to game action for the first time since a nearly 10-month detainment in Russia on drug-related charges ended with a prisoner swap in December.
LeBron James, Lakers eliminate champion Warriors with 122-101 victory in Game 6
LeBron James had 30 points, nine rebounds and nine assists and the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated the defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors with a 122-101 victory Friday night in Game 6 of the second-round series.
LeBron James had 30 points, nine rebounds and nine assists and the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated the defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors with a 122-101 victory Friday night in Game 6 of the second-round series.
San Francisco 49ers announce 2023-24 schedule: 'Lights please'
The wait is over as the San Francisco 49ers have announced their 2023-24 NFL schedule. Here are some of the highlights.
The wait is over as the San Francisco 49ers have announced their 2023-24 NFL schedule. Here are some of the highlights.
'30 million strong': Warriors make record with Dub Nation followers
With a special shout out to the guy that wears No. 30, the Golden State Warriors just became the first North American sports franchise to reach 30 million followers on Instagram.
With a special shout out to the guy that wears No. 30, the Golden State Warriors just became the first North American sports franchise to reach 30 million followers on Instagram.
Bo Jackson to undergo procedure for year-long battle with chronic hiccups
Bo knows hiccups -- all too well. The former professional football and baseball player revealed the diagnosis during an appearance on a radio station.
Bo knows hiccups -- all too well. The former professional football and baseball player revealed the diagnosis during an appearance on a radio station.