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'It would be a fun year.' Rams all for Aaron Donald returning to pair with Myles Garrett

Gary Klein — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 00:02:07 GMT

Rams players can't help but wonder about what they could accomplish this season if Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to play alongside Myles Garrett.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is granted injunction to play in 2026 despite lifetime gambling ban

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:25:05 GMT

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby won a Texas court injunction overruling his NCAA lifetime gambling ban, clearing him to practice and play in 2026 after serving a two-game suspension.

Move over, FIFA: Boyle Heights exhibit brings community back to fútbol

Andrea Flores — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:23:20 GMT

At Espacio 1839, a new pop-up art exhibit titled 'El Fútbol Es del Pueblo' criticizes the FIFA World Cup's cost prohibitive measures and reminds soccer fans: 'This is a people's sport'

Chanting 'USA! USA!,' thousands welcome U.S. men's soccer team to SoCal ahead of World Cup

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:22:57 GMT

With the World Cup set to start this week, the U.S. men's soccer team began to train in earnest in front of thousands of fans at Orange County Great Park.

Ahead of World Cup opener in L.A., Iran lands in Tijuana wearing pins to honor schoolgirls killed in strike

Steve Henson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 18:53:40 GMT

The Iran World Cup team arrived in Tijuana wearing lapel pins on their jackets acknowledging victims of a Feb. 28 missile strike on an elementary school.

Stacey King, longtime Chicago Bulls announcer and three-time NBA champion, dies at 59

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 16:54:01 GMT

Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion and beloved TV broadcaster with the Chicago Bulls, has died, the team announced Sunday. He was 59. No cause of death has been disclosed.

Swanson: She broke baseball's glass ceiling. Now Kim Ng is taking softball to the next level

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 15:30:05 GMT

Kim Ng, former Dodgers executive and MLB's first female general manager, is now commissioner of Athletes Unlimited Softball League.

2026 World Cup guide: Full TV schedule, players to watch and team breakdowns

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.

The Times' softball coach of the year: Katie Stith of JSerra

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 01:31:41 GMT

The daughter of a legendary Orange County club team coach guided the Lions to the program's first Division 1 softball championship.

Sparks finally find their defense, roll past Portland to end three-game skid

Marisa Ingemi — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 01:14:38 GMT

The Sparks pick up a much-needed win, holding the expansion Portland Fire to 36% shooting in an 89-72 win that ends a three-game losing streak.

Nelly Korda wins her first U.S. Women's Open title in a thriller at Riviera

Sam Farmer — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 00:06:35 GMT

Nelly Korda, the world's No. 1-ranked golfer, added a U.S. Women's Open title to her prestigious list of achievements, edging Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez for the title.

Emmet Sheehan struggles early as Angels prevent a Dodgers season series sweep

Liana Handler — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 23:58:10 GMT

The Angels flipped the script on the Dodgers, preventing a Freeway Series season sweep Sunday with a 13-5 win at Dodger Stadium.

More fouls, less flow: Sparks struggling to adjust to WNBA crackdown on physical play

Marisa Ingemi — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 22:24:11 GMT

The Sparks have struggled to adjust to WNBA officials allowing offensive players greater movement, leading to defensive woes and an increase in fouls.

USC's College World Series hopes shattered in heartbreaking loss to North Carolina

Alan Cole — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 22:00:51 GMT

USC baseball sees its ninth-inning lead evaporate before Owen Hull hits a walk-off double to lead North Carolina to a 4-3 win in the NCAA super regionals.

The Times' baseball player of the year: James Tronstein of Harvard-Westlake

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

James Tronstein had .531 batting average with 52 hits and 10 home runs for the Southern Section Division 1 semifinalist Wolverines.

Swanson: Dodgers show courage by permanently honoring LGBTQ+ pioneers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean

Mirjam Swanson — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The families of LGBTQ+ pioneers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean wiped away tears after an exhibit at Dodger Stadium honoring their loved ones was unveiled.

The Times' softball player of the year: Liliana Escobar of JSerra

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:50:00 GMT

The senior pitcher, who has signed with Florida, had a record of 18-5 with 264 strikeouts and 47 walks in 153 innings this season for Division 1 champions.

Memo Ochoa is driven to play his best for Mexico win during his sixth World Cup

Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:50:00 GMT

Memo Ochoa became a star on the World Cup stage. Now the Mexican legend is pushing to make his historic sixth World Cup appearance on home soil.

The Times' baseball coaches of the year: Matt Mowry and Gus Rico of Birmingham

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:40:00 GMT

The co-head coaches Matt Mowry and Gus Rico guided Birmingham to the West Valley League title and City Open Division championship.

The Times' 2026 All-Star baseball team

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:20:00 GMT

Pitchers Julian Garcia and Jordan Ayala are among the players chosen for the Los Angeles Times' 2026 All-Star baseball team.

The Times' 2026 All-Star softball team

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Pitchers Liliana Escobar, Peyton May and Lily Hauser lead the Los Angeles Times' All-Star softball team for 2026.

'Enjoy the moment.' Americans who played in 1994 World Cup on home soil offer advice

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:11:00 GMT

Alexi Lalas, Cobi Jones and other members of the 1994 U.S. World Cup team offer urge this year's World Cup team to make the most of their rare opportunity.

The Times' final top 25 high school baseball rankings for 2026

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:05:00 GMT

St. John Bosco finishes No. 1 in the Southland after winning the Southern Section Division 1 championship.

Paul Caligiuri made 'shot heard 'round the world.' Now he wants to save grassroots soccer

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Former U.S. soccer star Paul Caligiuri is reinventing himself as a grassroots evangelist, challenging pay-to-play costs and field shortages while mentoring kids.

Final top 20 high school softball rankings for 2026

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

JSerra High finishes as the No. 1 high school softball team in the Southland for 2026, produced in association with CalHiSports.com.

Can resilient captain Edson Álvarez lead Mexico to the elusive World Cup quarterfinals?

Eduard Cauich — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez is heading to his third World Cup after overcoming an injury and criticism. Can he lead El Tri on a deep tournament run?

Want to watch World Cup for free or low cost? Find L.A. area fan festivals and zones

Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:49:00 GMT

The Coliseum and 10 locations around the Los Angeles area will host watch parties and fan activities throughout the 2026 World Cup.

How the U.S., Mexico and Canada won a spirited fight to host the 2026 World Cup

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The U.S., Mexico and Canada nearly missed out on a chance to host the 2026 World Cup. Inside the successful push to rescue the North American bid.

Christian Pulisic carries the World Cup hopes of a nation with his legacy at stake

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

If the U.S. is to go deep in this World Cup, it will be carried there on Christian Pulisic's shoulders. If it stumbles, Pulisic will get the blame.

World Cup roundtable: Who will win, who will surprise and how far will U.S. advance?

Kevin Baxter, Eduard Cauich, Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Times reporter Kevin Baxter and Times en Español reporters Eduard Cauich and Jad El Reda help readers prepare for the World Cup.

Dodgers go on scoring spree before Yoshinobu Yamamoto shuts down Angels

Maddie Lee — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 04:48:06 GMT

Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani hit home runs during a dominant first inning and Yoshinobu Yamamoto shines for the Dodgers in a 9-2 win over the Angels.

Jared Grindlinger caps off Huntington Beach High career with a title

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 01:29:31 GMT

The junior left-handed outfielder and pitcher leads the Oilers to the Southern California Regional Division I championship on Saturday.

Nelly Korda ditches shoes LeBron James gave her, surges into U.S. Women's Open lead

Sam Farmer — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 23:38:17 GMT

Nelly Korda, the No. 1-ranked golfer in the world, shot another 67 at the U.S. Women's Open to take a share of the lead heading into the final round.

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo wins the 158th running of the Belmont Stakes

Jay Posner — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 23:15:35 GMT

Cherie DeVaux becomes the first woman to train a horse that wins two races of the Triple Crown with Golden Tempo's victory in the Belmont Stakes.

North Carolina's Jason DeCaro shuts out USC baseball to force decisive Game 3

Alan Cole — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 21:15:53 GMT

Jason DeCaro gives up only two hits over a strong, complete-game effort in North Carolina's 4-0 win over USC in Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regionals.

Most dangerous World Cup ever? Climate change poses growing risks for players

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

FIFA is well aware that extreme heat and humidity could affect the 2026 World Cup, and that's why this might be the final World Cup to be played in the summer.

Letters to Sports: More calls for Angels ownership change

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on Angels owner Arte Moreno, the Rams acquiring Myles Garrett, the Dodgers and USC.

What time does the 2026 Belmont Stakes start? What TV channel is it on?

Jay Posner — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Belmont Stakes will air nationally on Fox, not NBC, and the Triple Crown finale will be among 14 races at the Saratoga Race Course on Saturday.

Kelsey Plum's return can't reverse Sparks' defensive woes in loss to Wings

Marisa Ingemi — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 05:16:48 GMT

Kelsey Plum finishes with a team-high 27 points in her first game back from an ankle injury, but it's not enough to prevent the Sparks from losing 104-96.

Freddie Freeman hits walk-off homer, Roki Sasaki dominates in Dodgers' win over Angels

Liana Handler — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 04:56:42 GMT

Dodgers star Freddie Freeman renews his reputation as a ninth-inning hero for the Dodgers, hitting a walk-off home run in a 1-0 victory over the Angels.

SoFi Stadium workers vote to authorize strike with World Cup days away

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 03:01:39 GMT

Unite Here Local 11, the union representing SoFi Stadium workers, votes to authorize a strike less than a week before the venue will host a World Cup game.

Alison Lee moves into prime position to challenge for U.S. Women's Open title

Sam Farmer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 23:48:12 GMT

Former UCLA standout Alison Lee shot a 68 during the second round of the U.S. Women's Open to move to the top of the leaderboard in her quest for a first career win.

Dean Carpentier hits grand slam, powers USC to super regional win over North Carolina

Alan Cole — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 22:39:27 GMT

USC rallied from a 5-2 deficit, earning a 9-5 win over host North Carolina during Game 1 of the Chapel Hill Super Regional on Friday.

Kentucky Derby star Cherie DeVaux hopes Golden Tempo surprises, then welcomes a break

Jay Posner — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 21:23:51 GMT

Golden Tempo, the horse that made Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby, is not expected to win Saturday's Belmont Stakes.

Serena Williams jokes about changing her mind as she extends her comeback tour

Tracy Brown — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 21:04:49 GMT

Serena Williams, who recently announced her return to professional tennis, has added another stop to her comeback tour: the Berlin Open.

'Thank you for loving Kyle': Samantha Busch releases statement weeks after NASCAR legend's death

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 19:15:01 GMT

Kyle Busch's wife Samantha and their two children expressed gratitude for the kindness of others on Friday in the weeks following the NASCAR legend's unexpected death at age 41.

From a water bottle policy flip-flop to botched ticket sales, World Cup fans feel the squeeze

Steve Henson — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:48:51 GMT

FIFA is asking 60 fans who were sold World Cup tickets for free to pay corrected face value for them. FIFA also came full circle on its water bottle policy.

Here are five SoCal designers adding flare to fútbol fits this World Cup

Andrea Flores — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:27:28 GMT

As the FIFA World Cup fast approaches, these SoCal designers want you to root for your team in style.

Vegas' Brayden McNabb takes a puck to the face, forced to leave Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:19:16 GMT

Longtime Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb took a puck to the face on a blistering slap shot during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Prep talk: Junior pitcher Jack Kaplan and his Brentwood teammates had quite a season

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Brentwood won its first Southern Section baseball title with the junior pitcher helping lead the way.

Prep talk: 69 football teams in LAUSD receive equipment donation from the Rams

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Christmas came early for football teams in LAUSD when 69 schools received a pallet of equipment from the Rams to help with the 2026 season

Roki Sasaki is no longer lost in translation, finding his swagger and delivering wins

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki says no one explained key cultural differences between Japan and the U.S. Mastering differences helped him relax on the mound.

Why Dave Roberts didn't pinch-hit Shohei Ohtani in Dodgers' walk-off loss

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 06:36:19 GMT

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts had a good reason for not using Shohei Ohtani as a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning of a 3-2 walk-off loss to Arizona.

High school baseball and softball: Regional scores and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 03:47:22 GMT

Southern California high school baseball and softball regional playoff scores and schedule.

Max Muncy avoids serious injury after violent collision in Dodgers' loss

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 02:57:40 GMT

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he doesn't expect Max Muncy to miss any time following the third baseman's violent collision with Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas.

Regional playoff roundup: Huntington Beach advances to Division I baseball final

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 02:11:30 GMT

Dane Cunningham hits a two-run home run to lead Huntington Beach to an 11-3 win over Corona in the Division I baseball playoffs.

LA28 chair Casey Wasserman says he will not resign over Epstein fallout

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 23:25:52 GMT

Casey Wasserman says he will not resign from his role as chairman of the Los Angeles Olympic organizing committee despite his ties to Ghislaine Maxwell.

No. 1-ranked Nelly Korda struggles during first round of U.S. Women's Open

Sam Farmer — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 23:20:32 GMT

She cards a two-over-par 73 and is six shots behind leader Sei Young Kim after the first round at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades.

Injured Kelsey Plum likely to return for Sparks' next game

Marisa Ingemi — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 21:13:52 GMT

Coach Lynne Roberts and the nine-year veteran, who had missed only four games before this season, is expected back Friday from ankle injury.

USC enjoys breakthrough super regional appearance, eager to keep train moving to CWS

Jose de Jesus Ortiz — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 20:21:35 GMT

USC coach Andy Stankiewicz is proud of the Trojans who bought into his vision, believing the dormant powerhouse could return to the top of college baseball.

NBA bans juvenile fan for life after he rushes court to get selfie with Victor Wembanyama

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 20:21:25 GMT

The NBA says it has banned two fans after one of them ran onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The fan appeared to attempt to film himself with Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

How Myles Garrett's arrival has the Rams — and even Cooper Kupp — talking Aaron Donald return

Steve Henson — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 17:49:21 GMT

While wife Erica gently douses rumors, Sean McVay, Les Snead, Cooper Kupp and others hint that Aaron Donald is tempted to unretire and return to the Rams.

Newly retired quarterback Russell Wilson is joining 'The NFL Today.' He's not the only one

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 17:04:36 GMT

Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson has announced his retirement from football. He and former Pro Bowler Kyle Long are joining CBS Sports' 'The NFL Today.'

Shaikin: As Angels fans urge Arte Moreno to sell the team, the least he can do is try to win

Bill Shaikin — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 14:11:46 GMT

Arte Moreno is unlikely to sell the Angels amid steady fan protests, but he can respond by ditching veterans and giving young talent a chance.

Prep talk: Reseda's Romeo Juarez finishes fourth at CIF state golf championships

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Romeo Juarez has the highest finish ever for a City Section golfer at the state championships.

Shohei Ohtani has another two-way gem as Dodgers blank the Diamondbacks

Maddie Lee — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 02:08:21 GMT

Dodgers two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani pitches six shutout innings and reaches base five times in win over Arizona.

'SNL' star Marcello Hernández to host 2026 ESPYs as show leaves L.A. for New York

Eloise Rollins-Fife — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 20:14:05 GMT

Marcello Hernández will host the 2026 ESPY Awards, which are leaving L.A. for New York after more than 25 years.

The Ball brothers' head coach at Chino Hills, Steve Baik, is the new coach at Calabasas

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 18:22:44 GMT

Steve Baik, who guided the Ball brothers to unbeaten season in 2016, is the new basketball coach at Calabasas.

From 'Jo Show' to 'oh no': Angels outfielder revives José Canseco meme by giving up homer off his head

Steve Henson — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 15:42:48 GMT

A fly ball conked the Angels' Jo Adell on the head and bounced over the fence for a home run, instantly reminding fans of José Canseco's similar gaffe 33 years ago.

Prep talk: Jayden Rendon to leave Carson High as hometown hero

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:27:28 GMT

Standout hurdler Jayden Rendon refused to leave the City Section school because of a trust that he could be great on his own without transferring.

Nelly Korda, Michelle Wie West and more: Who to watch at U.S. Women's Open

Sam Farmer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Women's Open comes to Riviera Country Club for the first time, pairing the LPGA's oldest major with an L.A. landmark celebrating its centennial.

Ford Green of Westlake High is the quarterback to watch this summer

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The 6-foot-2 sophomore moved here from South Carolina a year ago with little quarterback experience yet already has a scholarship offer from Ohio State.

How Shannon Rouillard is transforming Riviera into a tougher U.S. Women's Open test

Sam Farmer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Shannon Rouillard, USGA's championship director for the U.S. Women's Open, wants Riviera Country Club to be an challenging test and a showcase for women's golf.

Tanner Scott bounces back to save Dodgers' win over Diamondbacks

Maddie Lee — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 04:58:16 GMT

After getting his first blown save of the season over the weekend, Tanner Scott shuts down Arizona in the ninth to preserve the Dodgers' victory.

'Framework' isn't there as poor shooting sinks Sparks in loss to Aces

Marisa Ingemi — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 04:24:13 GMT

Rae Burrell scored a career-high 22 points, but the rest of the Sparks combine to shoot 12-for-51 in loss to Las Vegas Aces.

High school baseball: Tuesday's SoCal Regional baseball scores, updated schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 04:01:38 GMT

CIF SoCal Regional baseball scores and updated schedule.

Regional baseball playoffs: Huntington Beach turns to Jared Grindlinger to advance

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 02:22:39 GMT

Division 1 champion St. John Bosco is eliminated after 4-2 loss to Cathedral Catholic.

High school softball: Tuesday's SoCal Regional playoff scores, updated schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 02:15:13 GMT

High school softball playoff scores for Tuesday and upcoming schedule.

Swanson: Rams keep heeding L.A.'s win-at-all-costs demands. Will it finally get them more fans?

Mirjam Swanson — Wed, 3 Jun 2026 00:38:03 GMT

The Rams are doing everything they can to be perennial Super Bowl title contenders, but will they ever get closer to the Dodgers and Lakers in popularity?

From 'Fearsome Foursome' to Aaron Donald, Myles Garrett aims to become a Rams legend

Gary Klein — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 23:37:39 GMT

Myles Garrett is eager to make an immediate impact with the Rams and help them win a Super Bowl title as part of the next stage of his career.

Caitlin Clark and Stephanie White dismiss 'tense' bench exchange: 'It's coaching ... it's not a story'

Tracy Brown — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 22:30:59 GMT

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and head coach Stephanie White explained that their heated exchange was just 'two people that really want to win' and 'coaching.'

Aspiration co-founder sentenced to 14 years for fraud

Lily Wright — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 21:55:35 GMT

Co-founder of eco-friendly financial firm Aspiration has been sentenced after defrauding investors.

Stephen Curry ends sneaker free agency by signing with China's Li-Ning

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 19:26:36 GMT

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is the latest NBA player to sign a shoe deal with Chinese company Li-Ning. Curry had been a sneaker free agent since parting with Under Armour in November.

NBA probe of Steve Ballmer, Kawhi Leonard and Clippers at forefront after Aspiration fraud sentencing

Steve Henson — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 16:07:25 GMT

Sentencing of Aspiration's Joseph Sanberg to 14 years in prison moves the NBA closer to finishing its probe into whether the Clippers skirted the league's salary cap.

Belmont Stakes primed for another Golden Tempo vs. Renegade duel

Jay Posner — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

A Triple Crown will not be awarded at the Belmont Stakes, but the race could feature a rematch between Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo and runner-up Renegade.

Prep talk: Former Simi Valley coach to be inducted into Ventura County Sports Hall of Fame

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Basketball coach Bob Hawking guided Simi Valley to its only CIF championship in 1988. He will be inducted into the Ventura County Sports Hall of Fame.

World Cup cash grab: Simon Kuper argues politics, greed are strengthening FIFA monopoly

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Once a festival of affordable global fandom, the World Cup now is giving FIFA a prime opportunity to reap record profits from soccer fans.

Shaikin: MLB's wild pitch: Using fan-despised TV blackouts as leverage against players

Bill Shaikin — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Major League Baseball's team owners want fans to think that the players are ultimately the ones responsible for broadcast blackouts and streaming headaches.

SoFi Stadium workers to vote on whether to authorize a strike with World Cup looming

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

SoFi Stadium union workers are set to vote on whether to authorize a strike ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off next week.

Augie Lopez powers USC baseball into super regionals for first time in 21 years

Jose de Jesus Ortiz — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 04:21:53 GMT

Augie Lopez's three-run home run in the seventh helps power USC to a 7-1 win over Texas A&M and a berth in the NCAA super regionals for the first time since 2005.

Dodgers can't capitalize on Emmet Sheehan's solid start in loss to Diamondbacks

Maddie Lee — Tue, 2 Jun 2026 04:11:35 GMT

Emmet Sheehan limits the Arizona Diamondbacks to two runs on three hits over 6⅓, but the Dodgers can't generate much of anything on offense in a 4-1 loss.

Rams acquire Myles Garrett for Jared Verse and draft picks in blockbuster trade

Gary Klein — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 17:42:39 GMT

The Rams acquired Browns star Myles Garrett in a blockbuster trade, sending pass rusher Jared Verse and three draft picks to Cleveland.

Dodgers pitcher Tanner Scott's wife reveals death threats she received about their child

Steve Henson — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 16:24:46 GMT

Maddie Scott reposted vile social media comments from one user that threatened not only her and her husband, Tanner, but also their newborn son.

Serena Williams will return to competitive tennis for first time in almost four years

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 15:59:39 GMT

Tennis legend Serena Williams is coming out of retirement and will compete for the first time in almost four years at the HSBC Championships at the Queen's Club in London.

Prep talk: Clausen brothers creating a flag football league

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

With six boys and girls, Clausen brothers' kids will be participating in flag football.

Shielded by love, transgender athlete AB Hernandez defeated vitriol stoked by Trump

Marisa Ingemi — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Jurupa Valley senior AB Hernandez didn't set out to be a transgender athlete pioneer, but she couldn't let national protests force her to quit.

UCLA softball coaches Kelly Inouye-Perez and Lisa Fernandez inspire nation's top offense

Liana Handler — Mon, 1 Jun 2026 04:32:00 GMT

After winning national titles as players and coaches, coaches Kelly Inouye-Perez and Lisa Fernandez help UCLA softball set home-run records en route to WCWS.