Sports
Follow Santa Monica's dynamic sports scene through our dedicated athletic coverage. From high school competitions and Santa Monica College athletics to beach volleyball tournaments and community leagues, we report on the games, athletes, and teams that energize our coastal city. Our coverage includes local championships, student-athletes, recreational sports, and the achievements that inspire our community. Stay current with game schedules, team developments, player profiles, and sporting events throughout Santa Monica. Whether tracking school athletics or following recreational leagues, count on Santa Monica Daily Press for comprehensive coverage of our city's vibrant sports community.
Disciplined Baseball Leads to Win for Crossroads
Behind solid pitching from Matthew Condon, Crossroads defeated the Brentwood School 7-2, in this Gold Coast League rivalry matchup. Condon...
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Mariners soccer set for title game, Vikings eye regional bracket
One local boys soccer unit is one game away from a CIF Southern Section Division tournament crown, while another has...
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LMU defeats rival Pepperdine at Gersten Pavilion
Behind a raucous crowd, LMU defeated Pepperdine 93-82. LMU ran away with this one in the fourth quarter by playing...
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How will Los Angeles balance fire recovery, Olympics prep and homelessness?
A run-of-the-mill update from the Los Angeles city administrator late last month contained a passage that sent a shiver of...
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Pepperdine University sues Netflix, Warner Bros over “Running Point” trademark dispute
Pepperdine University filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment, alleging the companies infringed on the university's...
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Samohi, Saint Monica soccer still alive in playoff brackets
Several area high school teams are still alive in pursuit of championship glory. With the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern...
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10-year-old Palisades girl keeps karate dream alive despite destruction of her dojo
Despite the devastating loss of her home and her dojo, 10-year-old Eden Savoian secured two bronze medals during an international...
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Samohi soccer squads spectacular as postseason nears
Despite a break in the action from the devastating wildfires, high school sports has come back in a big way...
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NFL Playoff Guide: Chiefs back in the Super Bowl and open as slight favorites against the Eagles
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl to try for an unprecedented three-peat when...
Read moreLocal disabled swimmer breaks Paralympic barriers
Tessa Nagy has been making history from Santa Monica to the world stage, proving that anyone can achieve success with...
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