The Dodgers went into extra innings on Monday night against the Padres in San Diego, and that “overtime” started with an “automatic runner.” My first thought was “What on earth is that?” […]
Speed up soccer to keep pace
Where’s your passport, buddy?
One doesn’t know whether to laugh or cry about the recent fiasco in which an error-filled “list” of “sanctuary jurisdictions” was posted – and quickly deleted – on the Department of Homeland […]
Critical thinking is the key, grads
It All Adds Up Dept. I was delighted to hear Bob Harden’s remarks at the La Quinta High School commencement ceremonies at Bolsa Stadium on Wednesday. Harden, the longest-serving member of the […]
She’s a lot to Bragg about
The Pacifica High softball program has long been a national power, feeding talent to NCAA champs and USA Olympic teams. Kaniya Bragg could be the latest Mariner standout to make an impression […]
M’s can Bragg about this one
The Pacifica High softball program has long been a national power, feeding talent to NCAA champs and USA Olympic teams. Kaniya Bragg could be the latest Mariner standout to make an impression […]
Why what America stands for really is quite exceptional
This is the season of patriotism, real and manufactured. Memorial Day has just passed and in a few weeks it will be Flag Day, followed by Independence Day. The Stars and Stripes […]
Farewell to USC-Irish game?
Tradition in football is not only getting trampled, it’s getting kicked to the curb, so to speak. The Los Angeles Times is reporting that there’s a chance – a strong one – […]
They’re loving that long ball
“Going … going …. gone!” “That dog will hunt!” “He’s back to the warning track … to the wall … home run!” Yes, the “home run call” by the announcer is among […]
You can bank on this shot
I don’t want to be one of those old geezer guys who long for the return of the single-wing football formation and who believe that the DH stands for Devilish Hell, but […]
Mall situation gets muddled?
A little of this, a little of that … Could It Be Mall Over Dept: I read that one of the major owners of the troubled Westminster Mall is putting its property […]
