
Dusty Baker’s ‘Crossroads’: From Riverside Roots to Baseball’s Next Chapter
In his newly released memoir, Dusty Baker chronicles a life shaped by segregation, baseball triumphs, and a relentless drive to bring a major league team to Sacramento.
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In his newly released memoir, Dusty Baker chronicles a life shaped by segregation, baseball triumphs, and a relentless drive to bring a major league team to Sacramento.

Pepperdine's women's soccer squad embarks on its inaugural road trip, facing Texas Tech and Baylor in a schedule that blends experience‑building matches with a glimpse of future West Coast Conference competition.

Donovan Dent chose LSU over Gonzaga, leaving the Bulldogs without a primary point guard after Mario Saint‑Supery's exit. With Xaivian Lee emerging as the top option, the teams are set to meet on Nov. 14, 2026.

Ranked 21st in the United Soccer Coaches poll, the Lopes open a Sunday night clash with Sacramento State, hoping to build on a season‑opening win over Stanford and a deep roster that includes nine newcomers

The Portland State women's soccer team fell 2-0 to California Baptist in Riverside, despite a late rally that fell short.
The Clark brothers, James and Miles, have chosen Duke over other options, bringing elite talent to a program seeking to rise from its worst ACC performance.

The Lumberjacks begin their 2026 campaign on August 12 against UC Riverside, featuring returning scorers Micala Boex and Valerie Llamas, preseason MVP honors, and a historic rivalry that could shape early league standings.

The University of the Pacific announced its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring a home opener against Simpson, a Thanksgiving Tournament in San Marcos, Texas, and a series of road games against Washington, Cal Baptist, Cal State Fullerton, Sacramento State, and others, culminating in a December rematch with Texas A&M–Corpus Christi.

Opened in July 2026, the Ice Cave rink at 32543 Corydon Rd provides public skating, lessons and youth/adult hockey leagues, with pricing and events designed to draw participants and sponsors, reinforcing Lake Elsinore's push to become the 'Action Sports Capital of the World'.

The newly opened Ice Cave rink on Corydon Road marks a milestone for Lake Elsinore’s athletic ambitions, offering public skate sessions, high‑intensity hockey training and a venue that dovetails with the city’s broader Dream Extreme 2040 initiative.

The University of North Alabama announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting two exhibitions, a shift to Bank Independent Stadium after September 19, and the arrival of ten fresh players under head coach Chris Walker.

Arkansas Razorbacks leverage the transfer portal to rebuild a competitive roster for 2027, securing top talent and bolstering pitching.

The Big 12 has announced the full opponent matrix for the upcoming women's basketball season, revealing that Kansas will host nine conference games at Allen Fieldhouse and travel to six opponents, while the championship will be held at the T‑Mobile Center in Kansas City.

The 2026 Division II baseball championships will culminate in Cary, North Carolina, featuring 56 teams and a rich history of title winners, highlighted by Tampa's record ten championships.

Former UCLA basketball standout Donovan Dent has announced his retirement from professional play to focus on youth training programs in Albuquerque, citing family support and a desire to give back to the community.

Four‑star safety Tavares Harrington announces his commitment to the University of Michigan, choosing the Wolverines over Alabama, Notre Dame and Ole Miss and bolstering a recruiting class already rich with top talent.

The 2026 Division II baseball championship entered its most anticipated phase as super regionals opened across the country, with the culmination set for June 6 in Cary, North Carolina.

From record‑breaking wins to MLB‑ready prospects, the UC Santa Barbara baseball program is redefining its legacy under Coach Andrew Checketts.
Darius Johnson, a four-star defensive back from Riverside, California, pledged to Michigan over Oregon, UCLA and USC, bolstering a 2027 class that already includes seven May commitments.

In a whirlwind recruiting week, Michigan secured the commitment of Riverside, California cornerback Darius Johnson, a top-250 national prospect, as part of a four‑player burst that includes three four‑star athletes.