A born-and-raised product of small-town Arroyo Grande, I am lovingly familiar with the 1994 sports comedy Little Giants. Thinking about this movie brings back cherished memories of my childhood and my own sports triumphs. I also really loved watching “geeky” kids succeed because it gave me hope. But the novelty of the film comes from […]
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The call heard round the world: Lance Easley on the 2012 Packers-Seahawks game
This call will more than likely never be forgotten. If you need a refresher of this controversial decision follow this link. Perhaps one of the greatest phenomena of our human existence is how drastically and quickly our lives can change. In an instant, things can go from good to bad before we are even aware […]
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Warrior on her way
On Nov. 21, Righetti High School softball player Breanna Timmons signed with the Seattle University Red Hawks in front of family, coaches, and friends. Although she manned the second base position for the Warriors, Timmons was recruited as a short stop. Between athletics and academics, 70 to 75 percent of Timmons’ tuition will be covered […]
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Boxers scheduled for throw down
Central Coast Boxing is slated to host its annual amateur boxing event Saturday, Dec. 14. According to long-time owner Willie Flores, the bout will feature 10 up-and-coming boxers, including 18-year-old Manny Flores, who won the Golden Glove Tournament in Los Angeles earlier this year. The fights will kick off at 7 p.m. at the Minami […]
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Bulldogs sweep soccer honors
Allan Hancock College soccer received All-Western State Conference honors this week, according to a recent Hancock Athletics press release. The Lady Bulldogs had five players who earned honors, and the team finished the season 3-14-4. Sophomore MaryKate Smith was honored with All-Conference first team. Pioneer Valley graduate and freshmen Itzy Pinon Garcia and midfielder Courtney […]
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The Benchwarmer talks bullying in the NFL
This week, the Benchwarmer talks about bullying in the NFL. To find more background on the Miami Dolphins scandal and what’s going to happen next, follow the links below: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/nflpa-to-miami-dolphins-bullying-scandal-investigation-112013 http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9951962/miami-dolphins-players-deny-jonathan-martin-lawyer-claims-locker-room-violence In classrooms across America, from elementary schools to high schools, there has been a targeted effort to stop bullying. At Rice Elementary School, students […]
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Bid like a warrior: Silent auction supports Righetti High School athletics
Support Righetti High School athletics by joining the Warriors for an auction and dinner/dance on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark Drive, in Santa Maria. The event begins with no-host cocktails and a silent auction at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The dancing goes from 8 p.m. until midnight. […]
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Trot like a turkey
The Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department is proud to announce the return of the 17th annual Turkey Trot Fun Run. Scheduled for Nov. 23 at the Hagerman Sports Complex, 3300 Skyway Drive in Santa Maria, the fun will kick off at 9 a.m. Runners of all ages and fitness levels are invited to participate. […]
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Lady Bulldogs start strong
Behind the stellar play of freshman guard Ali Rodriguez, women’s basketball at Allan Hancock College kicked off its season with a 67-46 win over Taft. Rodriguez, a graduate from Pioneer Valley High School, scored 36 points in the game—24 in the first half alone. According to a press release from Hancock Athletics, Rodriguez sank all […]
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Pirates have run a-ground
After a solid season of tennis for Santa Ynez, the Pirates fell to Redlands 14-4 in the CIF Division 4 semi-finals. The second-ranked Terriers won all nine sets to take the victory.
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Kyle Smith
Scout Day standout
Outfielder Kyle Smith was one of the 25 prospective players scouts had their eyes on during a four-hour event at John Osborne Field on Nov. 15. A 2012 graduate from Pioneer Valley High School, Smith said he was excited about the Scout Day. “It was exposure to the next level, but there was a lot […]
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Hancock baseball is host to its first-ever Scout Day
Seeds were flying and balls were soaring at John Osborne Field on Nov. 15. The autumn chill in the air couldn’t mask the hum of anticipation and anxiety emanating from Allan Hancock College’s baseball players. Twenty-five Bulldog athletes had the opportunity to showcase their talent for a group of men with the power to change […]