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Joe Bryant elevated to head coach of the Sparks
Written by Associated Press 14 July 2011
Joe Bryant is beginning his second stint as the Los Angeles Sparks head coach. Photo by Francis Specker/Associated Press The Los Angeles Sparks have dismissed Jennifer Gillom as coach and replaced her ... read more >>

Boxing exhibition at Zoe Christian Fellowship
Written by Sentinel News Service 14 July 2011
Legendary boxer Jack Johnson will be honored this Saturday at a boxing exhibition at Zoe Christian Fellowship. The California Boxing Commissioner has recently approved six amateur boxers to become professional ... read more >>

Andrew Bynum takes up boxing
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 06 July 2011
Andrew Bynum has turned to boxing to improve his footwork and overall fitness level during the NBA lockout. Boxing trainer Freddie Roach says that like in boxing, a basketball player has to attack their ... read more >>

Hit the links with Byron Scott
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 06 July 2011
Byron Scott’s foursome took home first prize at last year’s Frank Nelson Fund Celebrity Golf Classic. Photo by Beth Coller/AFTRA Scott had a tough time last year as the Cleveland Cavaliers head ... read more >>

The Ringside Report
Written by Mohammed Mubarak 06 July 2011
We were all looking forward to Don King's big show in St. Louis, but we came away fairly disappointed in the main event between Devon Alexander and Lucas Mattysse. The fight went the full 10 rounds with ... read more >>

Going the Extra Mile
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 06 July 2011
Jerron Tatum, left, and Jeff Johnson, right, train young athletes at Jackie Robinson Park. They use various types of bands, cords, cones, and other equipment to maximize a player’s quickness, agility, ... read more >>

Black History: First Black Major League Baseball Player
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 06 July 2011
John W. “Bud” Fowler, top row center, held the record for most consecutive seasons of a black man playing on white teams (11) until Jackie Robinson broke it in 1956.Fowler’s Page Fence Giants, an ... read more >>

On the Soap Box: Terrell Owens may have a hard time getting in the Hall of Fame
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 29 June 2011
Please do not argue with the Sports Editor. That’s like signing Terrell Owens and expecting him to get along with his teammates and coaches. It’s just not a good idea. Illustration by David G. ... read more >>

Williams sisters fall in the fourth round
Written by Associated Press 29 June 2011
After nearly a year away from tennis because of health problems, Serena Williams looked very good in the early stages at Wimbledon, but she was defeated in the fourth round. AP PhotoVenus Williams missed ... read more >>

Locals learn to play golf at Maggie Hathaway Golf Course
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 29 June 2011
Maggie Hathaway Golf Course has become a training facility for beginners, especially women and children. By Jason LewisSentinel Sports Editorjasonl@lasentinel.netGolf, like many other activities, ... read more >>

Felix wins 400 title at nationals
Written by Associated Press 29 June 2011
Allyson Felix wins the 400-meter dash with a time of 50.40. Photo by Rick Bowmer / Associated Press EUGENE, Ore. -- Head so still her ponytail barely bobbed, arms swinging in perfect sync, Allyson Felix, ... read more >>

Former Gardena HS receiver shot in abdomen
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 June 2011
Wimberly was the WAC freshman of the year at the University of Nevada after being named first team All Marine League during his junior and senior seasons in 2006 and 2007 at Gardena High School. ... read more >>

Meet Sugar Ray Leonard at the 5th Annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair
Written by Sentinel News Service 23 June 2011
With a jab, cross, uppercut and hook, boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard enters another stage -- this time for the fifth annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair (LPVBF) promoting his book “The Big Fight: ... read more >>

On the Soap Box: David Tyree’s “anarchy” Comment Doesn’t help Discussion
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 June 2011
David Tyree is most famous for catching the football off of his helmet in Super Bowl XLII. The catch allowed the New York Giants to defeat the undefeated New England Patriots. AP PhotoEx-Giants Super ... read more >>

Dodger news
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 June 2011
Fox TV deal rejected, which could force sale of Dodgers; Man suspected in Stow beating held on parole violation; African American community day at Dodger Stadium.By Jason LewisSentinel Sports Editorjasonl@lasentinel.netSelig ... read more >>

Around the NBA: Draft Edition
Written by Michael Brown (Sentinel Sports Writer) 23 June 2011
Lakers, Clippers look for Second Round Luck There were rumors that Pau Gasol would be traded to Minnesota for Kevin Love and the second pick in the draft, but that one seems to have been a lot of hot air. ... read more >>

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On the Soap Box: LeBron is great, but not iconic
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 15 June 2011
Please do not argue with the Sports Editor. That’s like counting on LeBron James to come through in the clutch. It’s just a bad idea. Illustration by David G. Brown LeBron James was supposed to ... read more >>

Athletes get a second chance at Trade Tech
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 15 June 2011
Martin Whitmore attended Artesia High School, and has signed with Portland State.Tyrone Lyons attended Crenshaw High School, and now UNLV, USC, Hofstra University, Wichita State University, and Alcorn ... read more >>

Drew League and Say No Classic hit the courts
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 15 June 2011
Coach Wallace Moore has the hardware to back up his claim that he is the King of LA. Photo by Jason LewisBy Jason LewisSentinel Sports Editorjasonl@lasentinel.netBasketball coach Wallace Moore is on top ... read more >>

NFL, NFLPA negotiators meet again, push for deal
Written by Associated Press 15 June 2011
By BARRY WILNERAssociated Press Pro Football Writer Don't break out the tailgate gear just yet. An end to the NFL lockout might not be imminent.It does appears much closer than at any point in the last ... read more >>

Around the NBA 6/15/11
Written by Michael Brown (Sentinel Sports Writer) 15 June 2011
Capturing a ring does wonders for Dirk’s rep’. Compton’s Tyson Chandler’s perseverance pays off and the Finals TV ratings best last year’s. By Michael Brown, Sentinel Sports Writer Dirk’s Place ... read more >>

Williams sisters return to tennis action
Written by Associated Press 15 June 2011
EASTBOURNE, England — Venus Williams made a successful return to competition after a five-month layoff with a tough 7-5, 5-7, 6-3 win over eighth-seeded Andrea Petkovic in the first round of the Eastbourne ... read more >>

Former USC assistant Todd McNair files suit against NCAA
Written by Associated Press 15 June 2011
Todd McNair (left) is suing the NCAA for libel, slander, and misconduct in its investigation of Reggie Bush (right). Photo by Chris Carlson (AP)Former Southern California assistant coach Todd McNair has ... read more >>

Kobe Bryant's new foundation helps homeless children and families
Written by Associated Press 15 June 2011
Kobe Bryant had plenty to say about how he wants to help end homelessness among youth in Los Angeles. The NBA superstar had nothing to say about new Lakers coach Mike Brown.Bryant and his wife, Vanessa, ... read more >>

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