The first and second rounds of the 2021 NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Tournament did not disappoint.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are hoping to become MLB's first back-to-back champions in over two decades.
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Southern California has yet to free itself from the grips of the coronavirus. Social distancing policies and restrictions continue to play a major role in how people live their lives.
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A meeting on Friday went over the safety protocols for Santa Monica College athletes to play on campus. This will be the first time sports will be permitted on ground since March 2020.
Not even a pandemic can stop Santa Monica locals from participating in their favorite group fitness classes.
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When Santa Monica College (SMC) announced it would go online for the Fall semester it was difficult to imagine how particular classes would adapt to going online. Dance classes, which usually involve a lot of movement and open space can be challenging since not everyone has access to a large amount of space.
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In our beautiful city’s parks, Santa Monica Striking coaches Dean Rosenwald and Lance Dixon train their fighters in Muay Thai. They are temporarily offering these classes free of charge. “I don't want to turn anyone away who can’t afford to pay, especially [during the pandemic],” said Rosenwald.
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As the Fall 2020 semester comes to a close, Santa Monica College’s football team, the Corsairs, are gearing up for the Spring Semester. COVID-19 led to a cancellation of the 2020-2021 season, which forced the team to move practices, meetings, and communication online.
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Some classes can be harder to virtually learn than others. Santa Monica College (SMC) kinesiology classes, which study the mechanics of body movement, are an example of this.
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The volleyball community and the world mourns the monumental loss of Elissa Sato (84). The volleyball matriarch and mother of six (Gary, Glenn, Scott, Liane, Eric, and Tedi) was a staple to the community. She is remembered for her loving personality and dedication to both her children and the sport.
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College athlete recruitment is yet another process significantly impacted by COVID-19. Coaches have had to change the way they recruit for their teams.
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"When a womxn steps on a skateboard she is overcoming fear. The strength that's gained is one more tool that's now available to boost her self-confidence as she navigates other challenges in life. That tool is not only useful, but fun and liberating. She can be whoever she chooses to be," said GRLSWIRL co-founder, Julia Ama.
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Since the ongoing pandemic began in March, live sporting events inside stadiums have been cancelled for fans in Los Angeles. However, some L.A. sports organizations have come together to repurpose their stadiums to serve as polling places. Athletes have also taken part in voter advocacy, with many famous sports stars educating communities and motivating them to hit the polls in order to participate in the upcoming general election.
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In a unique situation, Head Coach Brian Eskridge has taken control of Santa Monica College (SMC) men’s and women’s water polo teams. He is a veteran water polo coach, starting with SMC in 2009, more than fit to take on the challenges that come with coaching both teams.
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After a solid win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs’ Western Conference Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers won an emotional Game 2 that was capped off with an Anthony Davis three-point buzzer beater shot with 1.7 seconds left on the clock.
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At the age of 50, playing a physically demanding sport such as football isn’t the most ideal thing you’ll see. For 50-year-old Santa Monica College (SMC) football player R.C. Everbeck, he is the rare exception.
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Turhan Douglas, head coach of the Santa Monica College Women’s Volleyball team, is a decorated champion who holds an impressive trophy cabinet that he has earned throughout his volleyball career, both as player and coach.
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On June 9, the California Community College Athletics Association (CCCAA) unanimously agreed upon a three-part plan, and announced the resumption of athletics for the 2020-2021 season. After a long two months and 21 days following the cancellation of spring season, the CCCAA Director of Sports Information and Communication Mike Robles assured the public that “the health and well-being of our student athletes has been at the forefront of all of our decision-making and planning.”
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