L.A. Times - Pro Football

Dodgers and hitting coach Aaron Bates part ways in shakeup to coaching staff

Maddie Lee — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 17:00:56 GMT

Aaron Bates spent 12 years in the Dodgers organization, including four as a co-hitting coach with Robert Van Scoyoc, and four as an assistant hitting coach.

Prep talk: It's Mater Dei vs. Sierra Canyon in girls' volleyball showdown

Steve Galluzzo — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT

The top two girls' volleyball teams in the state, Mater Dei and Sierra Canyon, meet for the Southern Section Division 1 championship

How Angel City's Angelina Anderson turned a costly mistake into a career-best season

Kevin Baxter — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Angel City FC goalkeeper Angelina Anderson has overcome adversity to become a formidable defensive force for her team as it opens the NWSL playoffs.

High school flag football: City Section playoff scores and schedule

Los Angeles Times — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 06:05:33 GMT

CIF City Section high school girls' flag football playoff scores and schedule.

High school girls' volleyball: Southern Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 05:45:57 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' volleyball playoff results and schedule.

High school boys' water polo: Southern Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 03:58:05 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school boys' water polo playoff results and schedule.

Layla Phillips of Harbor Teacher Prep repeats as City Section girls' golf champion

Steve Galluzzo — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 03:33:31 GMT

Layla Phillips of Harbor Teacher Prep overcomes a bad break on the 18th hole to win her second straight City Section girls' golf title.

'We can laugh about it.' Aaron Donald really doesn't want to bumble another fumble

Gary Klein — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 01:38:45 GMT

Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is still kicking himself for failing to capitalize on a prime scoop-and-score chance against the Chargers.

Carmelo and La La Anthony reach divorce settlement 9 years after first splitting

Andrea Flores — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 01:08:57 GMT

La La Anthony first filed for divorce from Carmelo Anthony back in 2021, citing irreconcilable differences. The two have a son, 19-year-old Kiyan Anthony, who is a sophomore at Syracuse University.

Lakers assign Bronny James, Cameron Carr to G League team

Dan Loumena — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 00:37:31 GMT

The two guards had played a total of 16 minutes combined as the team opened the season 6-2 behind the dominant play of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

First, 'meatball sub,' and now 'deli meat.' Even Justin Herbert's passes are getting the Subway treatment

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 23:17:41 GMT

Justin Herbert said he was unaware of comments by Rams safety Quentin Lake, who said on a podcast that the Chargers quarterback was "throwing deli meat" during the teams' game on Sunday.

Angel City signs 17-year-old Maddie DiMaria to four-year deal

Kevin Baxter — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 19:10:00 GMT

A two-time Gatorade girls' national soccer player of the year, Maddie DiMaria scored 24 times in 23 appearances with the U.S. U-17 team.

LIV Golf's bid to survive collapses as investors and top players pull out

Steve Henson — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 18:13:38 GMT

A lack of funding and player commitments prompted LIV Golf to tell a bankruptcy court it will liquidate its assets and halt plans to relaunch the league.

Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from the Portugal national team after friction with his coach

Steve Henson — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 16:03:49 GMT

Cristiano Ronaldo retired from the Portugal national team after 23 years. He will continue playing for Saudi club Al-Nassr and is 15 shy of 1,000 career goals.

Prep talk: Three-sport standout Kai Beary plays role for 27-0 JSerra flag football team

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT

Kai Beary, standout in shotput and soccer, is also a girls' flag football star for unbeaten JSerra High.

NFL Week 9 picks: Bills prevail over Vikings; Packers beat Patriots

Sam Farmer — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for Week 9 of the NFL season, with the 6-1 Bills beating the 6-1 Vikings and the Packers winning in Foxborough.

Lakers win uneven game over Kings behind 40 points from Luka Doncic

Broderick Turner — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 06:07:08 GMT

Luka Doncic scores at least 40 points for third game in a row as the Lakers defeat the Sacramento Kings.

Girls' flag football: Wednesday's City Section playoffs scores

Thu, 5 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Check out Wednesday's girls' flag football scores.

High school girls' volleyball: Saturday's City Section playoffs finals schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 04:26:46 GMT

Here is the CIF City Section girls' volleyball schedule for Saturday.

High school boys' water polo: Wednesday's City Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 04:06:22 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school boys' water polo playoff results and schedule.

Myles Garrett returns to Rams practice; return to play unclear

Gary Klein — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 23:59:29 GMT

Star edge rusher, the reigning NFL defensive player of the year, underwent left knee surgery after season-opening loss.

Rams cornerback Jaylen Watson to miss rest of season after shoulder surgery

Gary Klein — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 22:40:01 GMT

The veteran defensive back won won two Super Bowls with the Chiefs reinjured during the Rams' victory over the Chargers on Sunday.

Lions' Jack Campbell gives hopeful health update days after neck injury: 'I remain very optimistic'

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 21:13:53 GMT

Three days after sustaining a neck injury during Detroit's victory over Minnesota, Lions linebacker Jack Campbell said he has full movement in his lower body and is making progress elsewhere.

ICE arrests Mexican media personality known for proposing to Tom Brady in wedding dress

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 19:57:51 GMT

Inés Gómez Mont, who once declared her love for Tom Brady in dramatic fashion, was detained by ICE in Miami over her immigration status. There are three warrants for her arrest in Mexico.

Wins and losses: Sports figures turned politicians have mixed results in midterm elections

Steve Henson — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 16:50:07 GMT

Former athletes NFL linebacker Colin Allred, MLB slugger Mark Teixeira, and Paralympian Josh Turek are a few of the sports figures who participated in the midterm elections and won.

Who will be game-changers in City and Southern Section football playoffs

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Which Southland high school football players can be like Trent Mosley when he helped lift Santa Margarita to playoff supremacy last season.

Prep talk: St. Monica reaches Division 6 flag football final in its inaugural season

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT

St. Monica put together its girls' flag football program for this season and they'll be playing for the Southern Section Division 6 championship.

This week's top high school football playoff games

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT

Gardena Serra faces Palos Verdes in a Southern Section Division 2 opener that is a rematch of a South Bay showdown.

High school girls' tennis: City Section finals schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 07:44:55 GMT

Schedule for the CIF City Section girls' tennis playoffs.

High school boys' water polo: Tuesday's Southern Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 07:33:06 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school boys' water polo playoff results and schedule.

Girls' flag football: Tuesday's City Section playoffs scores

Wed, 4 Nov 2026 07:19:33 GMT

Check out Tuesday's girls' flag football scores.

High school girls' volleyball: Tuesday's City Section playoff scores, schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 07:16:42 GMT

Here are the CIF City Section girls' volleyball scores for Tuesday, along with the upcoming schedule.

Inglewood, Rams owner declare victory amid split in early billboard, tax election results

Sam Farmer — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 06:36:06 GMT

SoFi Stadium owner Stan Kroenke and other Hollywood Park venue operators may avoid a ticket tax change, but their push to remove billboard ads is failing.

New York Liberty fire head coach Chris DeMarco after just one season

Tracy Brown — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 00:47:20 GMT

The New York Liberty announced they fired head coach Chris DeMarco after one disappointing season and crucial playoffs mistake.

UCLA is No. 8 in the first College Football Playoff rankings; USC is No. 20

Los Angeles Times Staff — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 00:24:23 GMT

UCLA coach Bob Chesney has led the Bruins to the College Football Playoff rankings during his first season leading the Bruins, a year after the team won just three games.

Fun, flowing, not yet flawless: Lakers' league-best offense still has room to improve

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 21:04:16 GMT

The Lakers lead the league in scoring and its starting lineup has the best rating of any five-player group, but the chemistry is still developing.

Rachel Apa, a 24-year-old athlete, dies after collapsing during her first New York City Marathon

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 19:39:06 GMT

Rachel Apa, a former Division I field hockey player, died Sunday after collapsing during the New York City Marathon. She reportedly died of a rare condition called rhabdomyolysis.

How did winless Gardena and Westchester make City Section football playoffs?

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 18:10:41 GMT

City Section rules required two winless football teams be placed into the playoffs based on computer rankings.

High school girls' volleyball: Southern Section finals schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 14:46:06 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' schedule for this week's matches.

Prep talk: Bill Bedgood is back as head basketball coach at Valencia

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Bill Bedgood, who has coached at Bishop Alemany, Sherman Oaks Notre Dame and Valencia, comes out of retirement.

How Angel City and NWSL lent authenticity to 'Ted Lasso'

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Angel City co-founder Kara Nortman is grateful she could add authenticity to the fourth season of "Ted Lasso." The show and NWSL have drawn record audiences.

Luka Doncic's 42-point effort carries Lakers past Giannis Antetokounmpo and Heat

Broderick Turner — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 05:52:25 GMT

Luka Doncic continues his recent run of dominance, finishing with 42 points, 13 assists and seven rebounds in a 138-117 win over the Miami Heat.

High school boys' water polo: City Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 03:33:43 GMT

CIF City Section high school boys' water polo playoff scores and schedule.

High school flag football: Southern Section championships schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 02:33:35 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' flag football schedule for each division championship game.

Santa Margarita wins Southern Section Division 1 girls' golf team title

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 02:07:05 GMT

Freshman Aubrey Lee of West Ranch shoots 68 to top the CIF Southern Section Division 1 individual competition.

Shaikin: Mark Walter says he won't sell the Dodgers, but his plans keep changing

Bill Shaikin — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 01:04:40 GMT

Mark Walter and his representatives have said multiple times the Dodgers won't be sold, but he also said that about his stake in the Cadillac Formula One team.

Myles Garrett returning to Rams practice, but it's unclear when he'll play

Gary Klein — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 23:39:27 GMT

Rams coach Sean McVay says Myles Garrett will be cleared to practice this week but the team is waiting to see if he can play against the Commanders.

Dodgers adding former Padres executive to their front office

Maddie Lee — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 22:51:50 GMT

The Dodgers are hiring former San Diego Padres executive Caroline Perry as their executive vice president and chief operating officer.

Tossing a flag on the needless Troy Aikman, Joe Buck spat

Bill Dwyre — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 21:07:09 GMT

ESPN broadcasting team Troy Aikman and Joe Buck should focus more on the game and their comfortable jobs than a pay disparity.

Michael Wilbon is taking a leave of absence from ESPN's 'Pardon the Interruption,' NBA coverage

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 20:30:20 GMT

ESPN's Michael Wilbon announced he is taking an indefinite leave of absence from "Pardon the Interruption," which he has hosted with Tony Kornheiser for 25 years, and his NBA duties.

Lions share positive update on Jack Campbell after scary neck injury: 'Your prayers are working'

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 18:39:59 GMT

Detroit linebacker Jack Campbell was resting and recovering in a hospital on Monday, a day after sustaining a neck injury in the Lions' game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Ex-Angels executive Eric Kay again appeals his conviction in Tyler Skaggs fentanyl death

Steve Henson — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 18:06:33 GMT

Former Angels employee Eric Kay, serving 22 years for supplying fentanyl-laced pills that killed pitcher Tyler Skaggs, is asking a federal court to grant a new trial.

Sean McVay's unusual kicker experiment leaves Rams with little margin for error

Sam Farmer — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Sean McVay's decision to keep two kickers on the roster is partially motivated by the Rams' playoff chances being in perilous place.

Prep talk: Brianna Padilla-Massion discovers love for flag football

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Huntington Beach senior Brianna Padilla-Massion became one of the top receivers in flag football and now hopes to play the sport in college.

Swanson: Chargers' lost season really could become the NFL's first 0-17 humiliation

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 11:00:00 GMT

With the Chargers looking completely lost on offense amid an 0-7 start, it's possible they could become the first 0-17 team in NFL history.

'Like a supernova.' Luka Doncic's 45 points only eclipsed by his defense in Lakers' win

Broderick Turner — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 04:53:59 GMT

Lakers star Luka Doncic finishes with 45 points and showcases his improving defensive skills in a 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors.

Angel City enters playoffs on a strong note by beating Boston

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 00:25:16 GMT

With a 4-1 victory over Boston, Angel City finished the season fifth in the standings and will travel to Kansas City for a postseason match.

Rams overcome nightmarish start to beat 0-7 Chargers for their second straight win

Gary Klein — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 00:07:35 GMT

The Rams find the end zone late in the first half after a sluggish start and don't look back, defeating the 0-7 Chargers to improve to 4-4 on the season.

Jurupa Valley's Patriot High has become an unlikely hotbed for flag football

Gina Ferazzi — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 22:56:24 GMT

Patriot High has limited resources, but the school has worked to become the three-time River Valley League flag football champions.

High school girls' tennis: Southern Section playoffs schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 21:31:08 GMT

CIF Southern Section updated playoff schedules for girls' tennis.

The Times' top 25 high school football rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 19:30:50 GMT

A look at the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland after Week 10, heading into the CIF City and Southern Section playoffs.

High school football: Southern Section playoff pairings

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 18:38:30 GMT

Division-by-division list of the CIF Southern Section high school football playoffs that begin this Friday.

Southern Section playoffs: Santa Margarita is favored, but watch out for Sierra Canyon

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 18:30:43 GMT

Santa Margarita completed its first unbeaten regular season since 1997, but Southern Section playoff foes could pounce on some flaws and deliver an upset.

Prep talk: Teenager from Venice gets his thrills snowboarding

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 12:15:00 GMT

Sixteen-year-old Tristam Henkels switched from skateboarding to snowboarding and has dreams of competing the Winter Olympics.

High school boys' water polo: Southern Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 05:07:13 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school boys' water polo playoff results and schedule.

High school football: Saturday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:43:46 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school football scores for Saturday's games.

High school girls' volleyball: Southern Section playoff scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:37:39 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' playoff scores for Saturday's matches.

High school flag football: Southern Section playoff scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 04:12:29 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' flag football playoff scores for Saturday's games.

JSerra rolls into CIF-SS Open Division flag football final with 55th straight win

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 01:50:26 GMT

Behind a standout effort from quarterback Kate Meier, JSerra defeats Huntington Beach 34-6 in the CIF Southern Section flag football semifinals.

Galaxy rout Austin FC to keep alive playoff hopes

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:22:10 GMT

Joao Klauss scores his 10th goal of the season early to help L.A. take control and Marco Reus contributes three assists in the victory.

Sovereignty takes victory in Breeders' Cup Classic after year of setbacks

Jay Posner — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:14:56 GMT

Sovereignty, the winner of the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes, will likely earn horse of the year honors after winning this year's Breeders' Cup Classic.

High school flag football: City Section playoff pairings

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:48:50 GMT

Division-by-division list of the CIF Los Angeles City Section girls' flag football playoff pairings.

High school football: City Section playoff pairings

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:24:29 GMT

Division-by-division list of the CIF City Section high school football playoffs that begin Friday, except for Open Division, which begins Nov. 13.

Defending champion Carson draws No. 1 seed in City Section Open Division playoffs

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:51:14 GMT

Reigning City player of the year Chris Fields III and the Colts are heavily favored after beating No. 2 seed San Pedro in a Marine League game this season.

College football: Texas Tech tops Arizona; Indiana wins in OT

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:40:27 GMT

Other top-25 teams weren't as fortunate, with No. 19 Southern Methodist beaten by Syracuse, No. 20 Nothwestern falling to Oregon and No. 25 Wisonsin getting shutout by Iowa.

High school football: Top performers in the Southland

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:30:44 GMT

A look at the top performers from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games this week.

High school girls' tennis: City Section playoffs updated schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:15:51 GMT

CIF City Section updated playoff schedules for girls' tennis, with semifinals on Monday.

High school boys' water polo: Southern Section playoff results

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:11:54 GMT

Results from CIF Southern Section boys' water polo playoffs on Friday and updated schedule for Saturday.

High school girls' volleyball: Friday City Section playoff results and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:03:44 GMT

CIF City Section high school girls' volleyball playoff Friday results and pairings.

Winless Chargers eager to play spoiler vs. Rams with healthier roster

Joaquin Ruiz — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Injuries have played a key role in the Chargers' 0-6 start to the season, but Joe Alt, Ladd McConkey and Tre' Harris are all set to play against the Rams.

Kyren Williams, Blake Corum balance the Rams' offense. Can Sean McVay unlock their potential?

Gary Klein — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Kyren Williams and Blake Corum proved against the Raiders they can be a potent 1-2 punch for the Rams if the team can continue to maximize their skills.

Prep talk: Freshman Keon'Dre Smith of Bellflower puts together terrific season

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

The 6-foot-1, 190-pound receiver had 83 receptions for 1,531 yards and 16 touchdowns in 10 regular-season games.

Chargers vs. Rams: How to watch, start time, prediction and odds

Gary Klein — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know about the Chargers and the Rams ahead of their crosstown showdown, including start time, how to watch and betting odds.

Letters to Sports: The Lincoln Riley debate and hate continues

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the USC and UCLA football teams, the Brewers winning the World Series and more.

News Analysis: Amid the Chargers' chaos, one thing is certain: Justin Herbert won't be traded

Sam Farmer — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Chargers are in desperate need of a reboot, but trading away Justin Herbert for three first-round draft picks won't be part of the team's plans.

High school football: Friday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:46:45 GMT

Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Friday, Oct. 30.

Mission Viejo defeats San Juan Hills in an Alpha League shootout

Caleb Otte — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:34:11 GMT

The Diablos and Stallions combine for dozens of big plays, but Mission Viejo scores a late touchdown when leading by three to clinch the victory.

Valencia rallies to beat Hart for fourth consecutive Foothill League crown

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:18:17 GMT

Valencia goes on a second-half scoring surge, turning a tight game into a 45-26 victory over Hart to claim a fourth straight Foothill League title.

Mater Dei pulls off magical comeback to defeat St. John Bosco

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:50:37 GMT

Freshman quarterback Paytyn Guess rallies the Monarchs with two touchdowns in the final four minutes as Mater Dei claims second place in the Trinity League.

How the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland fared this week

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:28:22 GMT

A look at how The Times' top 25 high school football teams fared in the last week of the regular season.

Lakers blow 25-point lead in double-digit loss to Warriors

Broderick Turner — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:20:15 GMT

The Lakers take a 21-point lead in the first quarter and build it to 25 before the Warriors race back to tie the score at halftime and win the second-half battle.

Mark Walter, Josh Kushner agree on outstanding terms linked to $12.5-billion Lakers sale

Broderick Turner — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:56:43 GMT

Lakers owner Mark Walter and Josh Kushner reach an agreement on all of the previously undecided terms tied to the $12.5-billion sale of the NBA team.

Bob Baffert's Hughes wins $2 million Juvenile at Breeders' Cup

Jay Posner — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:12:35 GMT

Hughes, named after hockey player Jack Hughes of the New Jersey Devils, wins the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and is a horse to watch for the 2027 Kentucky Derby.

Dwyane Wade statue outside Heat's arena finally looks like Dwyane Wade, two years after its unveiling

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:34:41 GMT

A statue of Dwayne Wade outside of the Heat's arena has been the subject of much ridicule. A new look, featuring a redesigned head, seems to much better capture the three-time champion's likeness.

Far from home, Mexican star Canelo Álvarez pushes to reclaim his title

Eduard Cauich — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:42:39 GMT

Mexico's Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez faces WBC champion Christian Mbilli on Saturday in a fight that is still on despite the missile attacks in Saudi Arabia.