Two men are lying on a smooth, yellow mat; their breathing is heavy, their arms and legs are impossibly tangled together, and their skin shines with sweat. They remain locked together, each trying to anticipate the other’s next move. One man is bigger than the other, but in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, size really doesn’t matter. There […]
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Host town set for Long Beach
Long Beach will become the first Los Angeles County host town for the Special Olympics World Games in 2015. According to a press release from Special Olympics of Northern Santa Barbara County, 7,000 athletes from 177 countries will be welcomed to Southern California July 21 to 24. The three-day event will feature cultural events, sports […]
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Hancock launches a youth club
If all goes according to plan, men’s basketball coach Tyson Aye will be spearheading the new youth basketball club at Allan Hancock College. According to a press release from the school, the club would serve as an extension of Aye’s clinics. “A lot of parents and coaches are asking us to do more for the […]
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Chenault sets strikeout record
The stellar season of Allan Hancock College pitcher Katie Chenault continues. A press release from Hancock Athletics revealed the freshman hurler set the program’s single season strikeout record in the team’s game against Oxnard. The Bulldogs opened the game with eight straight hits and then sailed to 17-0 and 11-1 wins. The release said Chenault […]
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A CALMing effect: A local child abuse prevention center helps give kids a voice
The Child Abuse Listening Mediation Center (CALM) in Santa Maria is a quiet space. The walls are painted bright, cheerful colors, and the floor is sprinkled with rugs of varying eye-catching patterns. Toy centers in the lobby offer places where children can explore the unique and exciting playthings offered. This is a space that seems […]
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Hancock launches youth basketball club
If all goes according to plan, men’s basketball coach Tyson Aye will be spearheading the new youth basketball club at Allan Hancock College. According to a press release from the school, the club would serve as an extension of Aye’s clinics. “A lot of parents and coaches are asking us to do more for the […]
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Lady Squires are champions three times over
St. Mary of the Assumption school was pleased to announce in a press release the success of their Lady Squires basketball team, which recently charged ahead to win its third championship. The Squires finished with a near perfect season at 14-1 and defeated Pacific Christian 40-27 for a third-straight league tournament championship. “St. Mary’s is […]
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Support Titan youth football
The Nipomo Titans Youth Football League is gearing up for another season with a fundraising barbecue and registration event scheduled for April 6. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Nipomo Miners Ace Hardware shopping center, the league will be offering meal deals for $8, that includes a tri-tip sandwich, chips, and drink. Future […]
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Spartans making waves: Orcutt Academy swims down the competition
For most people, learning to swim is a rite of passage—a fun activity that reminds us of endless summers and underwater adventures. But for some kids, swimming didn’t stop at the end of summer. Swept up by an immense passion for the activity, these kids made it their sport of choice and a source of […]
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Warriors down rivals
Ernest Righetti High School tennis defeated its rival, St. Joseph High School 15-3 March 20 during the PAC 7 league match up. The Warriors took eight single sets and seven double sets for the victory.
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Rockin’ ’80s run
Family and kids are invited to come out and run the Rock the ’80s 5K while listening to classic ’80s jams. The race will feature a 5K for individuals ages 14 and older, as well as a kids’ 1-mile fun run; the course is out and back, winding through neighborhoods around Pioneer Park. Awards will […]
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Bulldogs support youth baseball
A recent press release from Hancock Athletics announced that the Bulldog Baseball team will hold its Youth Baseball Day on April 5 at John Osborne Field. The first pitch is scheduled for 1 p.m. The release invites children and families to come out and cheer for Hancock in their conference battle as they take on […]