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USC distanced itself from a booster after ‘abhorrent and blatantly racist tweets’ in the wake of mass protests over the death of George Floyd.
Quarterback Miller Moss of Bishop Alemany High chose USC on Monday, marking another major recruiting victory for the Trojans and a blow for UCLA.
Eddie Mathews hit a grand slam in the top of the 10th inning to send Southern California to a 7-3 victory over Northern California in Game 6 of the I-5 Series.
Eight workers at SoFi Stadium are known to have tested positive since late March, including three May 22, according to internal emails.
With the NBA deciding later this week on the format for its return to play, here’s a look at what might happen based on different options for the playoffs.
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Tiger Woods is speaking out for the first time since George Floyd’s death, saying his heart goes out to Floyd, his family and everyone who is hurting right now. -
Major League Baseball has discussed playing a schedule of only about 50 games while agreeing to pay players the prorated salaries they demand.
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UCLA coach Chip Kelly’s message on the recent protests on the death of George Floyd and the riots have been criticized by former players on social media.
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MLB paychecks are so big that agents and teams seek creative ways to reach agreements without simply adding zeroes to an already staggering number.
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Denny Holt died on Feb. 8 in Hawaii at the age of 84; guided Monroe to two City titles.
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The Agoura hurler’s future plans took a hit with the logjam of college seniors who will return: ‘I just kind of take what’s given to me.’
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Former Dodgers first baseman Adrián González believes players should hold the line against owners, but doesn’t believe there will be a 2020 MLB season.
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While the NBA and NHL take steps to resume, MLB is arguing with its players over money. Baseball will lose a great deal if no season is played.
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Jordan Lorenz and his groundskeeping crew have kept the field at Dodger Stadium in immaculate shape, just in the case the season starts soon.
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Some colleges consider campuses safe for athletes but not for the general student population. Are colleges really just trying to protect their finances?
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Phil Mickelson has many ideas on how to make ‘The Match’ with Tiger Woods an annual fundraising event showcasing young golfers and other athletes.
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Pat Tillman’s decision to give up his NFL career to fight for his country underlines how important it is to understand the true meaning of Memorial Day.
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The Agoura hurler’s future plans took a hit with the logjam of college seniors who will return: ‘I just kind of take what’s given to me.’
Crescenta High pitcher Will Grimm had thrown 24 scoreless innings when the season was canceled. He found an escape in the piano and cooking burritos.
The coronavirus ended Mekhi Evans-Bey’s track season, then it came for his mother, who credits the Culver City standout for taking care of her.
Newport Harbor’s two-sport star has been with his band of lacrosse brothers since sixth grade. Now he will go his own way, to Bryant University.
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Casey Wasserman, leader of the sports and entertainment division of an L.A. county task force, authored the plan along with all nine major pro sports teams.
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After major league players said they had no interest in a revenue-sharing plan, owners on Tuesday proposed a sliding scale of pay cuts for players.
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People older than 65 or with health conditions are at higher risk from coronavirus. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and Angels manager Joe Maddon have concerns.
UCLA and USC
The Chargers need running back production and are likely to get it from Joshua Kelley, a rookie out of UCLA with vision, speed and cutting ability.
Power Five college conference commissioners want Congress to enact a name, image and likeness policy before the NCAA or states make decisions.
Former Kentucky guard Johnny Juzang describes the emotions he felt when he learned this week he could play for UCLA next season.
The California Court of Appeals reversed a previous ruling that upheld former USC kicker Matt Boermeester’s expulsion from the university.
Lakers and Clippers
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In the wake of George Floyd’s death, NBA players and coaches are speaking out once again about racial injustice and what must change.
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In a statement released Sunday, Clippers coach Doc Rivers said the response to George Floyd’s death has been ‘decades in the making.’
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Doc Rivers has been in high demand for media and public appearances during the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming one of the faces, and greatest influences, in the NBA.
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One of the toughest things a horse owner has to do—besides paying all the bills—is naming their horse.
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Dodgers and Angels
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Angels owner Arte Moreno wants more time to make a decision on how he will develop the Angel Stadium property.
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Recently acquired pitcher David Price said he will donate $1,000 to 221 Dodgers minor leaguers in June to help make ends meet in the absence of a season.
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The Dodgers will continue paying minor league players a stipend of $400 per week through the end of June even though it’s looking unlikely a minor league season will occur.
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Former Auburn coach Pat Dye, who took over a downtrodden football program in 1981 and turned it into a Southeastern Conference power, died Monday.
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Retired boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. has offered to cover the costs of all four funerals planned for George Floyd, according to multiple media reports.
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Eddie Mathews hit a grand slam in the top of the 10th inning to send Southern California to a 7-3 victory over Northern California in Game 6 of the I-5 Series.
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A look at some of the most biggest moments in sports history occurring on June 1.
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A counter-proposal submitted Sunday by the MLBPA calls for a 114-game season that would start June 30 and end Oct. 31, followed by a 14-team postseason.
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Major League Soccer’s players union has agreed to a series of changes proposed to the collective bargaining agreement in order to play a summer tournament.
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Former NBA star JR Smith is captured on camera beating up a man who he alleges broke a window on his truck while protests were going on nearby.
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Brad Keselowski takes the win at Bristol Motor Speedway after Chase Elliott and Joey Logano collide ahead of him with just over a lap remaining.
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The Dodgers and Angels are among at least eight MLB teams to increase baseball activities in the last week at their home stadiums and spring training sites.
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LeBron James and many other prominent athletes and coaches share their thoughts on the death of George Floyd and racism in the United States.
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USC distanced itself from a booster after ‘abhorrent and blatantly racist tweets’ in the wake of mass protests over the death of George Floyd.
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UCLA coach Chip Kelly’s message on the recent protests on the death of George Floyd and the riots have been criticized by former players on social media.
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Tiger Woods is speaking out for the first time since George Floyd’s death, saying his heart goes out to Floyd, his family and everyone who is hurting right now.
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In the wake of George Floyd’s death, NBA players and coaches are speaking out once again about racial injustice and what must change.
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MLB paychecks are so big that agents and teams seek creative ways to reach agreements without simply adding zeroes to an already staggering number.
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2020 City final was scheduled for Saturday, but after 51 consecutive years at Dodger Stadium, the coronavirus forced cancellation of the season.
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Rams and Chargers
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Former Chargers running back Melvin Gordon says he’s ready to play in empty stadiums amid the coronavirus outbreak because the Chargers didn’t have many fans.
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Chargers defensive lineman Isaac Rochell is using the coronavirus shutdown to come up with innovative ways to help charities and the community.
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Chargers quarterback coach Pep Hamilton said he doesn’t believe the pandemic restrictions will hinder the development of top draft pick Justin Herbert much.
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Three of four preseason games for the Rams are scheduled to be held at SoFi Stadium, including the opener on Friday, Aug. 14, against the New Orleans Saints.
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The Los Angeles Kings will not renew the contract of Mike Stothers, the coach of its minor-league affiliate in Ontario, the team announced Saturday.
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Kings defenseman Matt Roy said the team voted for the NHL plan to resume play even though it ended their season because it was best for the league.
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With the regular season officially over because of the coronavirus outbreak, the NHL recognized the winners of three season awards Thursday.
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Here’s what Southland hockey fans can look forward to without the Kings or Ducks participating in the playoffs that will take place as early as July.
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Many countries have curtailed testing because of the coronavirus. The World Anti-Doping Agency insists it will search for ways to address the issue.
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The U.S. Olympics organization dramatically cuts staff amid budget shortfalls after the coronavirus forced postponement of the Tokyo Games.
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A foreign journalists’ club in Japan portrayed the Summer Games logo as the coronavirus, striking a nerve with officials and prompting its removal.
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Beach volleyball star April Ross discusses the challenges of waiting an extra year for a shot at her first Olympic gold amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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Bryce Duke could have had a tryout at Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy or graduated with his high school class. He signed with LAFC instead.
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Soccer to watch on television this weekend again focuses on Germany’s Bundesliga. Can home teams get the upper hand at home? Big matchups will provide answer.
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Premier League teams have agreed to return from the coronavirus shutdown on June 17, but the British government must first approve a season restart.
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The NWSL will start a 25-game tournament next month in two Utah stadiums with no fans. It’s not known if Megan Rapinoe or other top stars will play.
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