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VAN ZANT: Huss' catch is captain's cash
Talk about an unbelievable happening that only once in a lifetime could it come true for any angler.
As the massive bluefin rolled next to the boat with a 6-inch eye flashing menacingly, the fish's tremendous body put a giant hole in the water ...
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Gill, Carson pick Locke
Second-seeded Carson did not have much trouble dispatching seventh-seeded Locke, 31-7, in an L.A. City Section Division I quarterfinal at Carson High on Wednesday night, thanks in large part to a stellar defensive effort led by cornerback Dwan Gill.
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Westchester focuses on positive
There was no laughter or celebration, but a few smiles and a sense of accomplishment crept across the faces of Westchester players as they left the field following Wednesday's 55-0 loss to host Crenshaw in an L.A. City Section Division I quarterfinal ...
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Narbonne finds new gear
Narbonne delivered an emphatic 48-31 victory at third-seeded Venice in the L.A. City Section Division I quarterfinals Wednesday night, breaking open a close game with three fourth-quarter touchdowns.
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Kings see fruits of their diligence
EDMONTON, Alberta - Wayne Simmonds and the Kings kept working until they had the full two points they wanted. Simmonds had a goal and an assist, and Jonathan Quick made 22 saves in the Kings' 3-1 victory over the slumping Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday ...
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Neuheisel's Tour of Duty
Rick Neuheisel is a mess. It's the tail end of an eight-day, continent-jumping, energy-sapping 2009 Coaches Tour that has whisked him from St. Louis to Germany, from Turkey to Iraq, from Kuwait to Djibouti, Africa, and finally has him in the last ...
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Cerritos women's season over
The Cerritos College women's volleyball team ended it season Tuesday night in a 25-13, 25-16, 25-21 loss to host Cypress in the first round of the Southern California Regional Playoffs.
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Jesse's Crew
DOWNEY - Jesse this. Jesse that. Jesse, Jesse, Jesse.
When it comes to the football team at Warren High, that's just about all anybody talks about - star running back Jesse Callier.
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Weekly Fishing Column: Poole <br>ceremony draws hundreds
Hundreds of people showed up in San Diego to honor long-range entrepreneur Bill Poole. On the evening of Oct. 21, legendary captain Bill Poole, surrounded by his family in his San Diego home, died after a battle with lung cancer. He was 87. This ...
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KRIKORIAN: Reflecting on those who have reason to be thankful
Thanksgiving Day reflections:
F. King Alexander: Thanks that those genius Sacramento politicians, who created the California budget crunch as well as various other serious problems, haven't mandated year-long furloughs for state college presidents.
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Stiff test today for 49ers in 76 Classic
ANAHEIM - The last time a Long Beach State men's basketball team faced an opponent that was ranked higher than its opposition today, the 49ers were blitzed by a 30-point margin.
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Dragovic returns for UCLA tonight
UCLA's basketball team heads into today's 76 Classic at Anaheim Convention Center, one of the nation's toughest preseason tournaments, on the heels of a sluggish start with young players. The Bruins roster just got a little deeper, though, because ...
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BURLISON: Plenty of talent on hand at 76 Classic
Turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes may be the coast to coast dining staples today.
But a lot of NBA employees will be sitting down to their own buffet of sorts today and this evening at the Anaheim Convention Center.
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Commentary: Trojans, Carroll not immune from dips
The thought was not about USC. It was not even about football. No matter, the words rang loud and true.
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Prep-JC roundup: ECC still seeking offense
Carla Shaw had 10 points and four blocked shots and Tianna Taitano had nine points, but the El Camino women's basketball team lost to Irvine Valley, 58-40, in a nonconference game at El Camino College on Wednesday night.
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Lakers coach Jackson remains critical of bench
When they are playing well, when they are scoring and playing sound defense and providing highlight-reel plays, the Lakers' second unit is as valuable as any group of backups in the NBA.
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USC's offense is feeling the heat
USC fullback Stanley Havili said practices improved this week because the offense feels the heat of criticism over its struggling attack the past three games.
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Bruin Bear gets unwanted dye job for rivalry week
Around 9 p.m. Tuesday, UCLA tight end Logan Paulsen took a leisurely stroll down Bruin Square, passing by the Bruin Bear, the formidable metal statue dedicated in 1984 by the UCLA Alumni Association.
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Listen up, USC fans: There are lows that come with highs in college game
The thought was not about USC. It was not even about football. No matter, the words rang loud andtrue.
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FIFTH GEAR: Giving thanks for a safe '09 season
There's plenty to be thankful for on this national day of thanks, especially in the fast-paced world of motorsports.
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Ducks refuse to buckle against Hurricanes
What might have been the cue for a self-destruct sequence earlier this season became a sign of progress for the Ducks on Wednesday night.
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Taft falls in City Section football quarterfinals
A season that started with so much promise ended with disappointment Thursday for Taft High of Woodland Hills.
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UCLA Forward Dragovic reinstated for 76 Classic opener
UCLA's basketball team heads into today's 76 Classic at Anaheim Convention Center, one of the nation's toughest preseason tournaments, on the heels of a sluggish start with young players.
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Neuheisel reflects on globe-spanning Coaches Tour
Rick Neuheisel is a mess.
It's the tail end of an eight-day, continent-jumping, energy-sapping 2009 Coaches Tour that has whisked him from St.
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Cross country runner Skiba looking for championship in final try
The only thing missing from Melissa Skiba's impressive cross country resume is a Div. III state championship.
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Burbank football looks to make history with victory
Burbank High opened its doors in 1915 and has yet to win a Southern Section football title, but the Bulldogs are as close as they've ever been.
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LAKERS NOTEBOOK: Jackson unsure what's in reserve
LOS ANGELES - When they are playing well, when they are scoring and playing sound defense and providing highlight-reel plays, the Lakers' second unit is as valuable as any group of backups in the NBA.
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AREA COLLEGE SOCCER: Rio Hondo knocked off by the Canyons
BELL GARDENS - The College of the Canyons men's soccer team is off to the California Community College Southern California Finals thanks to a pair of late goals that sank top- seeded Rio Hondo College 4-2 in Wednesday evening's second-round game at ...
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USC FOOTBALL NOTES: Offense looks to respond
LOS ANGELES - USC fullback Stanley Havili said practices improved this week because the offense feels the heat of criticism over its struggling attack the past three games.
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UCLA HOOPS: 76 Classic provides challenges
LOS ANGELES - UCLA's basketball team heads into today's 76 Classic at Anaheim Convention Center, one of the toughest preseason tournaments, on the heels of a sluggish start with young players.
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UCLA FOOTBALL NOTES: A case of disrespect during rivalry week
LOS ANGELES - On Tuesday night around 9, UCLA tight end Logan Paulsen took a leisurely stroll down Bruin Square, passing by the Bruin Bear, the formidable metal statue dedicated in 1984 by the UCLA Alumni Association.
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MOTOR RACING: Santos enjoys turkey night
IRWINDALE - Most USAC midget races are about 40 laps or, at the most, 20 miles.
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UCLA FOOTBALL: Coaches tour provides Neuheisel with some perspective
LOS ANGELES - Rick Neuheisel is a mess.
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BOXING: Glendora's Luna fighting for world super featherweight title on Saturday
DUARTE - Rhonda Luna is a guidance counselor at Santa Fe Middle School in Monrovia.
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Prep football programs more aware today about the lasting dangers of concussions
If recruiting has an opposite, it may have taken place at Colton High School prior to this football season.
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Fazios resign as Redlands assistants
The University of Redlands will head into the next season without a couple of key figures who led the Bulldogs defense to national prominence.
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Prep Pride
As far as longtime Victor Valley High School coach Leland Eudy was concerned, it was time for a change. The 56-year-old Eudy, who has been coaching in the High Desert since 1974, retired from coaching after the Jackrabbits' season-ending loss to ...
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Local college roundup
Mariah Barbetti-Cort had 24 points and Courtney Carroll added 10 points and 13 rebounds, but the Bulldogs (2-2) committed 18 turnovers and fell to visiting San Diego Christian (2-3) 66-61 on Wednesday afternoon.
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Galaxy expect to be better in 2010
It was a bit of a head-scratching day as the Galaxy met for the final time in 2009, as puzzling as Landon Donovan missing a penalty kick.
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Narbonne standout Parker <br>has no time for distractions
There are many high school football players who might get overwhelmed by the situation. After all, there is plenty of scrutiny and pressure that comes with 29 Division I college scholarship offers. Luckily Narbonne defensive back Sean Parker is about ...
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Heading into rivalry game, UCLA, <br>USC have growing pains
At first glance, USC and UCLA might be heading in opposite directions going into Saturday's annual crosstown rivalry game. But take away the uniforms and street addresses, the expectations each started the season with, the charismatic head coaches ...
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L.A. distances itself from N.Y.
What, you expected something different, something more compelling perhaps? Despite some early struggles to build and maintain momentum, the Lakers zoomed away from the New York Knicks in the third quarter and then held on for a 100-90 victory Tuesday ...
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Westchester's Starks prefers plowing ahead to going around
Westchester running back Dominique Starks has had plenty of long, breakaway touchdown runs during the 2009 season. Westchester coach Ruffin Patterson says however the run that best defines Starks was much, much shorter. » MORE PHOTOS
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Galaxy expect to be in better <br>position than last season
It was a bit of a head-scratching day as the Galaxy met for the final time in 2009, as puzzling as Landon Donovan missing a penalty kick. The target subject, though, might have been a little more difficult. Will Donovan be back with the team to make ...
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Hudler, Physioc off Angels' TV team
Longtime Angels broadcasters Steve Physioc and Rex Hudler will not be part of a streamlined TV and radio coverage team for 2010. Fox Sports, apparently deciding two TV voices were better than four, made the announcement Tuesday that Rory Markas and ...
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El Camino volleyball team finally <br>brings it into focus
Before the two-time defending state champion El Camino College women's volleyball team opened the postseason Tuesday night against San Diego Mesa, the Warriors welcomed a special guest. Enter El Camino football coach John Featherstone, known for ...
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Weekly Skiing Column: Mammoth <br>instructional course a good teaching tool
You've been telling yourself for years, that you are going to take lessons to learn to ski or snowboard. It's high on your list, but you've never gotten past the "One of these days ..." part of the equation. Part of it is surely that deciding to learn ...
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Harbor men's soccer team falls to Cerritos for the 3rd time
Twice this season, Harbor College's men's soccer team has come up short against Cerritos. Tuesday afternoon, the third time wasn't a charm as Harbor lost a tight 3-2 match to defending state champion Cerritos College in the second round of the ...
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LMU can't measure up against <br>Tulsa's interior defense
TULSA, Okla. - For a little more than 31 minutes Tuesday night, the LMU men's basketball team went toe-to-toe with Conference USA contender Tulsa. It was that other nine minutes that proved the difference, as the young Lions fell to a senior-laden ...
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