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Ten former USC Song Girls described to The Times a toxic culture within the famed collegiate dance team that included longtime former coach Lori Nelson rebuking women publicly for their eating habits, personal appearance and sex lives.
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Two solo homers account for all the Dodgers’ runs as offense continues to struggle
The Lakers fall to the Mavericks 115-110 in Anthony Davis’ return on Thursday in Dallas.
The Angels fall to the Houston Astros 8-2 in a game where Mike Trout left due to a left elbow contusion.
Amari Bailey plays in game after learning of Terrence Clarke’s death in nearby auto accident
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The Dodgers fall to the San Diego Padres 3-2 in game one of the four-game series on Thursday at Dodger Stadium.
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Amari Bailey, Shy Odom each score 23 points in season-opening victory for Sierra Canyon tinged with emotion over Terrence Clarke.
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Kentucky says freshman guard Terrence Clarke died following a car accident in Los Angeles.
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The battle over the swankiest NFL draft location apparently has begun between Rams coach Sean McVay and Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury.
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With almost all UCLA starters returning, hope springs again in Westwood. Here’s what to watch for during UCLA’s spring practices that start Friday.
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LAFC’s Carlos Vela and Diego Ross have started just four MLS games together in the last 18 months. That number is unlikely to change Saturday afternoon vs. the Seattle Sounders.
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“I thought I was really fortunate to play on a team with such a kind person.” Yu Darvish discusses being booed by fans and being supported by Justin Turner, Clayton Kerhsaw
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The Dodgers might have taken two of three games in their series with the Padres, but it’s clear they can ill afford to take San Diego lightly.
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The first game this season between the Dodgers and Padres wasn’t April baseball as we usually see it. It was madness and it was magical.
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Longtime San Jose Sharks star, and Kings and Ducks nemesis, Patrick Marleau is on the verge of becoming the all-time NHL leader in games played.
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Staples Center finally opened its doors again to fans for Lakers-Celtics game. This is what a reunion between an NBA champion and its city feels like.
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Angelique Fong of Mission Viejo is this year’s 21st Duck, an honor the NHL team gives to someone distinguished by their character, courage or community contributions.
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Perhaps nobody in sports had a tougher job than Elgin Baylor when he was an executive with the Clippers under the ownership of Donald Sterling.
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The Padres have long lived in the shadow of the Dodgers. But this season, the city of San Diego is convinced it will be a season to remember.
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Jackie Robinson’s role as leader in baseball and the civil rights movement served as the inspiration for a painting unveiled at the Negro Leagues Museum.
Lakers and Clippers
LeBron James deleted his tweet that read ‘YOU’RE NEXT #ACCOUNTABILITY’ with a photo of the officer who shot and killed 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant.
Luke Kennard made six three-pointers and finished with 28 points in the Clippers’ 117-105 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday at Staples Center.
A report that Lakers fan Vivian Flores went missing Sunday unlocked a wormhole of catfishing possibilities that pulled Markieff Morris and Kevin Durant into its maw.
Lakers’ Anthony Davis tells reporters he plans to play Thursday and feels ‘100% healthy’ after missing more than two months with a leg injury.
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For Saturday’s game against the Padres, the Dodgers are opening what they’re calling a ‘fully vaccinated fan section,’ where social distancing won’t be required.
Before their 1-0 victory over the Mariners on Tuesday, the Dodgers learned that Mookie Betts should not miss much time after being hit with a pitch on Monday.
Dodgers star Mookie Betts takes a pitch off his right forearm during a 4-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners. It’s unclear whether he will play Tuesday.
The Dodgers got back their winning ways on Tuesday thanks to a strong pitching effort in a 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
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After struggling against the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals, the Angels look to get back on track against the Houston Astros on Thursday.
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The Angels can’t hold on to a two-run lead in the eighth inning Wednesday and lose to the Texas Rangers 7-4 at Angel Stadium.
UCLA and USC
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Gary Cunningham, a senior captain of the 1961-62 UCLA team, noted the similarities between this season’s Bruins and his edition nearly 60 years ago.
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Take a closer look at pictures of the USC Song Girls through the years.
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Mark Trakh is retiring as USC women’s basketball coach after four years at the helm in his second stint with the school.
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Andreas Athanasiou and Blake Lizotte each had a goal and two assists and the L.A. Kings defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 on Tuesday.
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San Jose Sharks’ Patrick Marleau surpassed “Mr. Hockey” for the most games played in NHL history.
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Clippers outlast the Memphis Grizzlies for a 117-105 win.
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Ten former USC Song Girls described to The Times a toxic culture within the famed collegiate dance team that included longtime former coach Lori Nelson rebuking women publicly for their eating habits, personal appearance and sex lives.
More Coverage
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A report that Lakers fan Vivian Flores went missing Sunday unlocked a wormhole of catfishing possibilities that pulled Markieff Morris and Kevin Durant into its maw.
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“I thought I was really fortunate to play on a team with such a kind person.” Yu Darvish discusses being booed by fans and being supported by Justin Turner, Clayton Kerhsaw
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Amari Bailey plays in game after learning of Terrence Clarke’s death in nearby auto accident
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NBA Twitter felt duped by the story of Vivian Flores’ disappearance, resuscitating the controversy of catfishing.
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High school boys’ and girls’ basketball: Wednesday’s results
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High school softball: Wednesday’s results
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High school baseball: Wednesday’s results
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West Hills Chaminade senior Jack Stonehouse is the latest member of his family to get his kicks perfecting the art of punting on the gridiron.
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Chaminade senior punter Jack Stonehouse gets his work in.
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The offense is struggling as the Padres come to town.
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The Rams are without some key defensive line contributors from last season and don’t have much depth beyond the starters, so the team will be mining the draft for help.
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As the Chargers switch their defense to a hybrid 3-4, new coach Brandon Staley can picture Jerry Tillery being a key ingredient in the middle of the defensive line.
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Freshman softball pitcher Brynne Nally shut downs Los Alamitos in Garden Grove Pacifica’s 3-2 win
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Philonise Floyd thanked the Raiders a day after the team tweeted “I CAN BREATHE” following Derek Chavin’s conviction for the murder of George Floyd.
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Clippers and Portland Trail Blazers players described their emotions hours after Derek Chauvin was convicted of killing George Floyd.
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NFL Network broadcaster Rich Eisen turned what was once a joke into a major philanthropic event with “Run Rich Run.” This year, he’s giving it a new twist.
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Jyah LoVett, the sister of Marcus Lovett Jr., scored 55 points during Muir’s win over Pasadena Poly.
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José Quintana takes the mound after struggling in his first two starts as the Angels look to take a second win against the Texas Rangers.
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High school boys’ and girls’ basketball: Tuesday’s results
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High school softball: Tuesday’s results
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The U.S. will open the Tokyo Olympics against rival Sweden as the Americans try to win the World Cup and Olympic gold back to back.
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Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández said he would be better in 2021, and he delivered in the Galaxy’s season opener by scoring twice in 3-2 win over Inter Miami.
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Take a closer look at the 2021 L.A. Galaxy players, and check back all season for video highlights of goals they score.
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Carlos Vela sustains an injury and leaves early before LAFC defeats MLS expansion team Austin FC 2-0 in the season opener for both squads.
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The Rams appear set at guard and tackle, but center could be an issue after Austin Blythe left for the Chiefs. Brian Allen could be the answer.
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The Rams lost some key pieces at safety and cornerback because of free agency, but they’ve been preparing for this through the draft.
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The Rams appear set with the pass catchers, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be looking for more speed in the NFL draft.
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Rams season-ticket holders got a chance to visit SoFi Stadium for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic barred them from attending games last season.
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The Chargers signed three linemen to solidify their offense but still need a starting left tackle as the NFL draft approaches.
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The Chargers are set at starting safety, but need to find a replacement in draft for departed Casey Hayward at corner ... and need defensive back depth.
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The Chargers are paying wide receiver Mike Williams plenty to keep him on the roster, but is he part of the team’s long-term plans?
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The Chargers players joined the movement Friday and released a statement that indicated many of them will not participate during voluntary in-person offseason workouts.
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Facing a two-year ban for missed drug tests, top U.S. sprinter Christian Coleman sees his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for sport fall short.
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American athletes headed for the Olympics in late July have varying opinions about the need to protect themselves against the coronavirus.
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The latest Virtual Medal Table from Gracenote shows the U.S. leading all nations with an estimated 43 golds and 114 overall medals at the Tokyo Olympics.
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Sakura Kokumai, a member of the U.S. karate team, and U.S. gymnast Yul Moldauer spoke Wednesday about what it’s like to be Asian American in the current social climate.
