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December 6, 2025

HS football: Local standouts shine at all-star football game

SALINAS–The chilly Salinas Valley winds weren't quite enough to cool things down in what was a heated battle from the get-go Friday evening at Rabobank Stadium. But Andrew Montoya’s second half touchdown put any trash talking on ice as he helped team 17 Strong defeat...

James spectacular again, but his efforts not enough for Cavs

After averaging a triple-double over the five games, James knew there was little more he or his teammates could have done to beat a Golden State Warriors team that proved too talented this year with the addition of Finals MVP Durant.

HS Athletes of the Week, 5/18: Shea Garcia & Michael Spinelli

High School Athletes of the Week for the week of May 7-May 13.

Year in review: Triumph, records, heartbreak, inspiration ­— 2018 had it all

For several local student-athletes, the last 12 months were filled with championship performances, inspirational efforts and unforgettable matchups. Some used their skills on the court, field, pool, track and trails to wow spectators, while others showcased their drive and attitude to inspire young and old.

Garoppolo, 49ers connect, completing long-term record deal

Garoppolo's $137.5 million contract has the richest annual value in NFL history, topping the deal Detroit's Matthew Stafford signed last year by $500,000 a season.

Angels beat A's 8-7 in 10th, take over 2nd AL wild-card spot

Pinch-hitter Ben Revere lined a go-ahead single in the 10th inning that diving left fielder Matt Joyce just missed, and the Angels took over the second AL wild-card spot by beating the Oakland Athletics 8-7 on Tuesday night.

Mariners display signs of major improvement | Girls basketball

After more than a year of reestablishing a team identity due to a lack of seniors, the Aptos High girls basketball team is back to its winning ways. The Mariners began the 2022-23 campaign by winning five of their first eight games. “All of my juniors...

Mariners set course for turnaround season in Gabilan Division | PCAL football preview

A new era under Zach Hewett officially began last week as the Aptos High football team took the practice field for the first time this season.  Prior to taking the helm, the 39-year-old head coach knew there wasn’t going to be much of a change.  For...

Couture scores twice as Sharks top Jets 4-0

Couture scored two goals and Martin Jones had 38 saves as the San Jose Sharks beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-0 on Saturday night.

Weekly Roundup, 3/15: Pajaro Valley volleyball blocks Gilroy

Esteban Fernandez had 13 kills and four blocks and Dennar Ocampo finished with 33 assists, three digs and two aces, as the Pajaro Valley boys’ volleyball beat Gilroy, 20-25, 25-22, 25-15, 25-19, in Pacific Coast Athletic League Mission division action on Wednesday night.