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Seven Vikings selected for Bay League honors
A resounding run through the CIF Southern Section playoffs for the Samohi Vikings caught the attention of Bay League all-league...
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Mariners stopped short of State title appearance
Already CIF Southern Section Division 13 champions for the first time since 1998, the St. Monica Mariners attempt to reach...
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Mighty St. Monica Mariners capture CIF divisional title
Santa Monica’s foray into the 2023 high school football slate has seen several successes, with perhaps none bigger than a...
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Sports Illustrated is the latest media brand damaged by an AI experiment
Sports Illustrated is the latest media company to see its reputation damaged by being less than forthcoming — if not...
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Lady Vikings rout opponent in home opener
The Samohi Lady Vikings soccer squad was back in action for the team’s opening contest of the 2023-24 season Monday,...
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Vikings dream run stuffed in final moments
A miraculous season for the Samohi Vikings ended just yards short of a CIF Southern Section Division 9 title, dropping...
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Laird Hamilton, Gabby Reece attest to importance of environment in storied careers
Any top athlete needs a certain routine to succeed. From early-morning workouts to hopping in a post-game ice bath, every...
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Vikings road heroics continue with semifinals win
The Samohi Vikings have turned into the most battle-hardened of November road warriors, cresting with a CIF Southern Section Division...
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Lady Vikings race to state meet continues with strong CIF run
The Samohi Lady Vikings cross-country squad has extended its run into the depths of November, successfully landing in the top...
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Sports bodies seek talks with IOC after cricket and others were added to 2028 LA Olympics
Olympic sports bodies want urgent talks with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) about possible cuts in their revenue shares and...
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