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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.
QB Bryce Young of Alabama voted AP Player of the Year
RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is The Associated Press c
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Boxing among 3 Olympic sports in danger of losing 2028 spot
GRAHAM DUNBAR AP Sports Writer Boxing, weightlifting and modern pentathlon were set a target of abo
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LA Rams finally show adaptability in skid-snapping victory
GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer After stumbling and struggling through a three-loss November, the Los
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LeBron James out of COVID-19 protocols, cleared to return
GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer LeBron James has been cleared to return to the Los Angeles Lakers aft
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Losing three straight has McVay, Rams in unfamiliar position
DAN GREENSPAN Associated Press The Los Angeles Rams didn’t win a game in November. That puts a te
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Santa Monica Vikings battle the Venice Gondoliers
Showdown: The Samohi Vikings faced the Venice High Gondoliers in a varsity boys basketball showdown
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JOSH DUBOW AP Pro Football Writer About the only similarity for the Los Angeles Rams and the San Fr
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UCLA playing for bowl berth, Kelly’s future vs. Colorado
JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer It is not hyperbole to suggest UCLA’s game against Colorado on Saturda
Read moreRams rolling toward playoffs, but with several concerns
GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer The Los Angeles Rams have hit the halfway point of the season as a cl
Read moreRams look for 4th straight win Sunday at terrible Texans
KRISTIE RIEKEN AP Sports Writer Matthew Stafford’s stellar play has the Los Angeles Rams rolling
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