California’s Flag Football Boom: Records, Rankings, and Olympic Dreams
Flag football is surging in California, with record participation, expanded playoffs, and a shot at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Aug 21, 2026
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Merced, California
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Merced Bears Gear for 2026 Season with Title Ambitions
The Merced High football team, led by veteran coach Rob Scheidt, enters the 2026 season as the preseason favorite to retake the Central California Conference title. With key rivals Golden Valley and Los Banos poised to challenge, the Bears' explosive spread/air‑raid offense and a roster packed with returning starters set the stage for a redemption campaign.
Aug 11, 2026
Ricky Pearsall Launches Youth Football Camp in Fresno, Echoing 49ers Legacy
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall hosted a youth football camp at San Joaquin Memorial High School in Fresno, drawing hundreds of local players aged 6 to 16 and extending a tradition begun by Christian McCaffrey.
Jul 10, 2026
Don Reid, Legendary Merced College Basketball Coach, Passes Away at 89
Don Reid, who led Merced College’s men’s basketball team to back‑to‑back state titles and later coached the United Arab Emirates National Olympic team, died at 89. The campus court bears his name as a tribute to his enduring influence.
May 16, 2026