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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.
Klein dazzles with second straight no-hitter for Samohi
In a March 1 contest against Grace, Samohi’s Jackson Klein pitched seven scoreless innings without giving up a single hit,...
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Shell shock as pistachio eating contest goes nuts over new champion
Pacific Park presented pounds of pistachios as the competitors of Major League Eating cracked open over 1,600 nuts, including a...
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Vikings, Mariners compete on Malibu track
Sports Scores Santa Monica BaseballThursday, February 22: Vikings vs Saint Monica, Vikings win 5-1Saturday, February 24: Vikings vs Hamilton, Vikings...
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Chestnut cracks again against fellow sports star
A month before Godzilla and King Kong clash in movie theaters, titans of their respective arenas will battle to see...
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Vikings baseball nabs weekend win
The Samohi Vikings baseball squad picked up its second-straight win on Saturday, shutting out Windward on the road 5-0. It...
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Mariners CIF championship comes to a close, hoops still in State hunt
Saturday’s dreary skies were appropriate for the Saint Monica athletics program, as both the school’s girls basketball and girls soccer...
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Mariners continue perfect run into playoffs
Now that Super Bowl parties are out of the way, Santa Monica residents can turn their attention from national sports...
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Vikings forge path to their college athletic homes
The Samohi student body invaded the campus’ North Gym on Feb. 7, honoring some of the school’s finest senior student-athletes...
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Technology to play a huge role in the CBS Super Bowl presentation
Inspiration sometimes happens, or in this case, doinks, at the most opportune times. CBS Sports' Jason Cohen and Mike Francis...
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CIF honors Mariners, Vikings football standouts
The 2023 high school football season was a success for Santa Monica, producing two squads that made deep playoff runs....
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