UCLA women’s basketball embracing tougher standards in repeat bid
The UCLA women’s basketball team won its first NCAA championship in April. Now, it’s vying to stay on…
Life after LeBron: Austin Reaves embracing new-look Lakers roster
LAS VEGAS — From the time Austin Reaves joined the Lakers in 2021 as an undrafted prospect, his basketball life…
Seven reasons why U.S. soccer keeps crashing out of World Cup
p]:text-cms-story-body-color-text”> U.S. forward Christian Pulisic heads to the locker room at halftime during the loss to Belgium. (Allen…
Letters: Another Dodgers visit to White House draws criticism
p]:text-cms-story-body-color-text”> I am a lifetime resident of Los Angeles and my family has always rooted for the Dodgers.…
Kawhi Leonard trade put on hold until NBA probe into Clippers concludes
The Toronto Raptors put the brakes on acquiring Kawhi Leonard from the Clippers, announcing Thursday that the trade…
Battle at the Beach passing tournament should live up to expectations
The high school football season is more than a month away, but fans seeking an early preview of…
Justice for U.S. star Folarin Balogun, red card for VAR
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — What do you mean U.S. forward Folarin Balogun got red-carded? For that? As a nation, we’re…
Mexico ends World Cup knockout round drought, defeats Ecuador
MEXICO CITY — Mexico once again enjoyed a night of celebration with its fans, this time after defeating an old…
Filipino fans flock to support rising tennis star Alexandra Eala
LONDON — Wherever Alexandra Eala plays these days, the Philippines seems to show up with her. It isn’t just Manila.…
Teoscar Hernández returns, Dodgers beat Athletics with 17 hits
SACRAMENTO — Teoscar Hernández was back from a hamstring injury, and a little bit humble. He was about to play…
World Cup shows how much MLS must do to grow soccer in U.S.
Remember when we were sure the World Cup would suffer from all the issues that had everyone seeing…
World Cup: Canada defeats South Africa, advances to round of 16
When FIFA expanded the World Cup field from 32 to 48 teams for this summer’s tournament, the gnashing…