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October 31, 2022
Issue No. 457
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Pete Wismann is the longest living 49er | | |
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Oldest 49er shooting for 106
by Dave Newhouse
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The 1940s-1950s center-linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers sat engaged at the dining room table in the Palo Alto home he built himself. He still has a full head of hair, and his warm smile remains youthful. And he just celebrated a milestone that surpassed even his football achievements.
Pete Wismann is 100 years old.
He reached the century mark Oct. 9, making him the oldest living 49er. Thus he a sporting chance of overtaking the oldest 49er ever, halfback Ken Casanega, a Santa Clara University alum who played on the first 49ers team of 1946, and lived 100 years, 10 months before passing away in 2021.
The 49ers drafted Wismann out of St. Louis University in the 15th round in 1949, when the franchise was in the All-America Football Conference. He then left the 49ers, and the NFL, in 1952 to become a contractor, building numerous homes on the Peninsula, including his own brick masonry. He returned to the 49ers in 1954 because of a shortage of centers, then retired again, thereby earning a fifth season and an NFL pension.
His wide shoulders still suggest the 6-foot-2, 218-pound football player that he was, though centers and linebackers were much lighter in weight then. And his memory is agelessly acute as he reminisced about a long, full — really full — life during a 40-minute interview.
How does it feel turning 100?
“No different,” he said.
No different from what?
“Regular life.”
What got you to 100?
“Being a good boy.”
Missing anything at 100?
“The answer is no.”
Any body replacements?
“One side, two hips, both knees.”
What’s your longevity?
“One hundred and six, that’s mine (prediction) I thank God for the shape I’m in. I’m here for a purpose, and it hasn’t come up yet.”
He believes his masonry work has kept him alive. As a former 49er, he put in a barbecue and swimming pool at team owner Tony Morabito’s residence. Wismann was a brick mason into his 90s, though mainly, by then, as a consultant.
His highest salary as a 49er?
“Six thousand dollars, but because I was laying brick back then, I didn’t need the money."
A favorite personal 49er memory?
“In 1953, playing against the Cleveland Browns, I intercepted a pass and got to the 1-yard line, where Bill Willis got me. I intercepted Otto Graham twice that day.”
His most-talented 49er teammate?
“Hugh McElhenny. He was an outstanding runner; no one guy could bring him down. McElhenny and (fullback) Joe Perry were our really good players.”
Those 49ers teams didn’t win like much later 49ers. Why?
“Our scoring kept us down. We didn’t rate with everybody. I think we’d do pretty well today, but we wouldn’t be big enough.”
And Pete Wismann — your gridiron strengths?
“I was a good snapper for the kicker. And I was a good tackler, head on all the time, though I never had a head injury.”
Any final thoughts about reaching the century mark?
“Yeah, I do. I feel like I’m in my 80s, but I’ve fallen 10 times over the past year.”
A walking device was by Wismann’s side. A walker for a man still walking at 100.
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Dave Newhouse's journalism career spans more than half a century, including 45 years at the Oakland Tribune before his retirement in November 2011. His most recent book, The Yankee Way, is available in bookstores and on amazon.com. Dave grew up in Menlo Park, graduated from San Jose State, and has radio and television experience, in addition to his work as an award-winning sportswriter and columnist. For earlier articles by Dave published in
Sports Today, click HERE.
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Letters to the Editor
Wanted: JimmyG Haters -- Where did y'all go?
Sorry to rain on your parades, but JimmyG just passed for 235 yards and two touchdowns in a flawless performance and a 31-14 victory over Los Angeles, as San Francisco scored 24 unanswered points to finish its eighth consecutive regular-season victory over L.A.
Surely that depressed reporter who prowls arena basements, mic. and script in hand after 49ers games, will find a creative way to find some flaws. Or will it be "Happy Time"?
I prefer J.J. Walker: DYN-O-MITE!!
Jerry Monkman
South San Francisco, CA
Appreciative
My photo of a dory run of Grand Canyon's Crystal Rapids has special significances to me for various reasons -- photographic, historical, sentimental. I am delighted for it to, after a half century, reach an audience, especially an appreciative one. Thanks for the opportunity.
Rudi Petschek
Nevada City, CA
Editor's note: Mr. Petschek's contribution is entitled "Clever Subterfuge" and appears below.
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Contents
Columns
Hardly Trivial by T. Buff
Drabble
Stu Miller, by Patric Mayers
Games
Cal Bears 24, Oregon Ducks 42
Cal Bears 1 (men's soccer) vs. Oregon State Beavers 1
Cal Bears 0 (women's soccer) vs. Utah Utes 0
Oakland Roots SC 0, San Antonio FC 3
San Francisco 49ers 31, Los Angeles Rams 14
San Jose State Spartans 35, Nevada Wolfpack 28
Features & Commentary
Clever Subterfuge, by Rudi Petschek
Consider A Donation
Manny Pacquiao, Freddy Roach, From the Autograph Collection of Rich Yee
Oldest 49er Shooting for 106, by Dave Newhouse
Warriors Community Foundation, Golden State Warriors
Organizations
Cal Bears
Golden Gate Fields
Oakland A's
Saint Mary's College Gaels
San Francisco Giants
San Jose State Spartans
Santa Clara Broncos
Sonoma Raceway
Stanford Cardinal
USF Dons
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San Francisco 49ers 31
Los Angeles Rams 14
October 30, 2022
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49ers Spook Rams
BOO! As in a masterful LA LA Palooza Halloween Trick
on L.A. by the 49ers.
With receivers who jumped to catch Jimmy G's passes,
a dominant O-Line, Ray-Ray McCloud III, Dwelley, Banks and other players too-often overlooked stationed in the right spots to make key plays, plus Bosa, Kittle and the Beef,
the Niners brought everything but spray paint to SoFi.
Add the new kid on the block, Christian McCaffrey, (the first player in 49er history to record a rushing, receiving and passing touchdown in the same game), and Jimmy G's
superlative performance, this was a major haul of CANDY for the 49ers on this Halloween eve, and a lot of Empty Paper Bags for their cry-baby rivals after this 31-14 Niner victory.
The clip below is 10:41 and shows a hard-fought game, with no shortage of cheap shots by L.A. If watched in its entirety, it provides a good example of Momentum Shift and the Niners' impressive power and versatility. On the ground and through the air there are some great individual performances by Jimmy G, Christian, Aiyuk and Kittle, coupled with a strong cast of gritty, tough characters to back them up.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJW8DTjvN5o
Credit: Robert Moselle/Monterey, CA
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Cal Bears 24
Oregon Ducks 42
October 29, 2022
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The California Golden Bears (3-5, 1-4 Pac-12) played host to the No. 8-ranked Oregon Ducks (7-1, 5-0, Pac 12) at FTX Field at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley on Saturday afternoon, October 29. Cal led at one point, 10-7, shortly before the half but the Ducks scored two quick touchdowns for a 21-10 advantage and were never threatened. Above, Cal wide receiver Jeremiah Hunter (#3) hauled in a 57-yard pass early in the first quarter.
Caption and photo by Ron Sellers.
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Just getting his toes down in the end zone, Cal receiver Michael Sturdivant (#7) catches a six-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter.
Caption and photo by Ron Sellers.
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In the fourth quarter Cal backup quarterback Kai Millner threw an 11-yard strike to Cal wide receiver Monroe Young (#14) who cradled the ball for a touchdown. Caption and photo by Ron Sellers. | |
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San Jose State Spartans 35
Nevada Wolfpack 28
October 29, 2022
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San José State sophomore wide receiver Justin Lockhart (#11) grabs a 13-yard pass in the first quarter from quarterback Chevan Cordeiro. San José State defeated the Nevada Wolfpack, 35–28, in a Mountain West conference game at CEFCU Stadium on October 29, 2022 in San Jose, California.
© 2022 Alex Ho.
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San José State sophomore wide receiver Justin Lockhart (#11) takes a pass for a 25-yard gain in the first quarter. © 2022 Alex Ho. | |
Nevada fifth year defensive back Tyson Williams (#6) slows down San José State senior running back Kairee Robinson (#32) on a nine-yard pass play near the end of first quarter. © 2022 Alex Ho. | |
San José State junior tight end Sam Olson (#88) is tackled by Nevada senior cornerback Isaiah Essissima (#2) at the end of a 13-yard pass play in the third quarter. © 2022 Alex Ho. | |
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Manager Gabe Kapler
Manager Gabe Kapler discusses why the Giants place so much focus on player development at the big-league level. He also shares his thoughts on new GM Pete Putila, how the new rules and pitch clock will impact the game in 2023, and Logan Webb's growth as a player and leader. Learn how Gabe approaches the offseason differently than when he was a player, plus hear what advice Joe Maddon gave him that he'll never forget.
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Get ready to pack your bags for sunny Arizona! We are thrilled to announce our 2023 Spring Training schedule is officially out. We will begin Cactus League play when we face the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday, Feb. 25 at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa. Our Spring Training slate will conclude with an exhibition game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Monday, March 27. | |
Sean Murphy named Gold Glove
Award Finalist
By Andrew Simon and Thomas Harrigan
@HarriganMLB and @AndrewSimonMLB
The 2022 Rawlings Gold Glove Award finalists were announced Thursday, with winners to be unveiled during a one-hour, special edition broadcast of “Baseball Tonight” on Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN prior to Game 4 of the 2022 World Series.
There are three finalists per league at each position, including the newly established utility spot, the addition of which was announced last month
CATCHER
Sean Murphy, OAK
Cal Raleigh, SEA
Jose Trevino, NYY
Eyeing his second straight Gold Glove Award, Murphy is the total package behind the plate, with a strong arm, quick reflexes and excellent framing skills. He’s up against two elite pitch-framers in Trevino, who led all backstops in framing runs saved, and Raleigh, who tied for fourth. Trevino (first) and Raleigh (third) also ranked in the top three among catchers in defensive runs saved.
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For a full report, click HERE.
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Warriors Community Foundation To Grant Over $2.4 Million To 66 Bay Area Non-Profits, Bringing Total Impact To Over $30 Million Since Inception
SAN FRANCISCO – The Warriors Community Foundation, embarking on its 10th Anniversary, has announced the grand opening of the San Francisco Generation Thrive location. In partnership with Kaiser Permanente, Generation Thrive, a first-of-its-kind non-profit hub, works to uplift the at-risk educational community and focus support efforts in three main areas: educational equity, college and career readiness, and health and wellness.
“In the first seven months of in-person programming, Generation Thrive’s flagship Oakland location has quickly established itself as the leader in educator support,” said Warriors Community Foundation President of the Board, Nicole Lacob. “We have offered over 70 teacher trainings, over 75 hours of non-profit capacity building sessions, and over 40 hours of health and resilience training. In a time where educators and teachers need more support than ever before, we are so thankful to lock arms with Kaiser Permanente as we expand the Generation Thrive footprint to Thrive City in San Francisco.”
Additionally, to celebrate its 10th Anniversary the Warriors Community Foundation has announced an all-time single-year high of $2.42 million in grants, which tops last year’s record of $1.85 million as the most-ever awarded by the Foundation. The Warriors Community Foundation has now surpassed $30 million in impact to support education and youth development in the Bay Area since the Foundation’s inception in 2012.
66 Bay Area non-profits, including annual flagship grants to the Oakland Unified School District and San Francisco Unified School District, make up this year’s grantee roster. The full list of grantees can be viewed HERE.
www.warriors.com
Sports Today is pleased to include news of the extensive good work which our local teams do for their communities.
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Manny Pacquiao/Freddy Roach
From the Autograph Collection of
Rich Yee
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On April 9, 2016 Manny Pacquiao defeated Timothy Bradley at the MGM in Las Vegas. In the weeks prior to that fight Manny was training at the Wild Card Boxing gym in Los Angeles with his trainer Freddy Roach. I went to the gym on media day and photographed
the training.
Up close and personal I was amazed at the focus, power and speed this man possessed. After the media session I left the gym while Manny continued his training into the evening. When he came out of the gym I approached him and asked him to sign my boxing glove which he was glad to do. The next morning I arrived at the gym early and had the opportunity to speak with Freddy Roach for about 15 minutes and was given a mini tour of the gym. Freddy also signed my boxing glove and I thanked him for his time.
Rich Yee, Sports Today photographer
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Drabble!
(A Drabble is a story of exactly 100 words,
not including the title)
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Inspired by Stu Miller
by Patric Mayers
I already write drabbly narrative and on my own figured out tricks and sleights of hand inspired by Point Candlestick Giants reliever Stu Miller. Hitting one hundred words, precisely, is a challenge but not that trying. I researched for the art of Drabble and found Writing One Hundred Word Stories (Drabbles) For Magazines and will be reading cover-to-cover graced by lauding Dedication to B.F. Skinner, Ph.D and a curious Index that performs on multiple levels, sorta like 3-D chess or Asian stock exchanges. Minimize surnames and always keep first names simple for my punished readers and several naïfs.
Have a Drabble in mind?
Send to: theultimatesportsguide@gmail.com
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Hardly Trivial by T. Buff | |
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Both football and basketball are distracting you from watching the World Series.
I'm going to ask a baseball question anyway:
Which Player Holds The Record For The Most Career World Series Home Runs?
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The little blob of flesh peeking through the foam at the boat’s stern is Hal celebrating his 40th birthday in mid-May of 1972 with a BIG ride in a wooden dory through Crystal Rapids’ second BIG hole that vanished following a huge flood the following year. Curtis Chang at the oars, if only at one oar at the moment. Photos: Rudi Petschek. | |
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Clever Subterfuge
By Rudi Petschek
My friend Hal, a man of detail and forethought, enjoyed smoking his weed at any time he pleased. On a river trip through Grand Canyon four decades back, to sidestep concealment whenever he felt like a puff, Hal came prepared to smoke unmolested, even unsuspected, while in plain view.
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Hal had purchased a pipe and a small amount of tobacco specifically for a brief presentation at the first day's lunch stop. While cooks prepared the meal and folks were getting acquainted, Hal mingled among the crowd, conspicuously and theatrically stuffing tobacco into his pipe as he ambled among the group of hungry passengers.
By the time the group re-embarked after lunch, Hal had accomplished his purpose, having sequentially engaged folks individually while blowing clouds of tobacco smoke in their direction to imprint in everyone’s mind his pipe's content's familiar aroma. Henceforth, whenever the mood struck him, Hal would amble downwind of everyone, even if just by an arm length, and delight in smoking his weed in plain view unmolested, even unsuspected,
exactly as planned.
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Rudi Petschek is a long-time motor sport enthusiast, photographer and boatman residing in Nevada City, CA. Rudi participated, with two other boatmen, in an epic river-run through Grand Canyon at flood stage in 1983, a feat thrillingly documented by Kevin Fedarko
in his award-winning book, The Emerald Mile.
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Oakland Roots SC 0
San Antonio FC 3
October 28, 2022
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Oakland Roots Fall in Western Conference Semifinals
San Antonio got on the board first inside of two minutes through Sam Adeniran who cooly finished past a scrambling Roots defense to give the home side the 1-0 lead. Not long after Victor Giro went down with an injury forcing an early substitution for San Antonio. Roots started to create some pressure as the half progressed but were unable to convert that into a major chance on goal inside the first 30 minutes. The first major chance fell the way of Roots in the 32nd minute when Danny Barbir headed just over the bar from just a few yards out. Just minutes later Ottar Karlssson would see his strike from 15 yards out saved by Jordan Farr as San Antonio remained in the lead. Despite the Roots' chances after going down early the half would end with San Antonio in a 1-0 lead.
Oakland came out on the front foot early in the second half earning a free kick and a corner inside of the first five minutes of the half. The second half progressed for another ten minutes without either side creating a chance. Roots made an attacking change as the pressure began to mount, but they were hit with a San Antonio strike in the 75th minute from Santiago Patiño to give the home side the 2-0. Oakland made more attacking subs but it was not to be as Oakland once again fell in the Western Conference Semifinal for the second straight season. San Antonio would find one last goal in stoppage time to send Oakland home with a 3-0 defeat and out of the playoffs.
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For a full report, click HERE.
www.oaklandrootssc.com
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Cal Bears 1
Oregon State Beavers 1
October 30, 2022
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Cal Bears forward Nonso Adimabua celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Bears' 1-1 tie against the Oregon State Beavers on Sunday, October 30th at Edwards Stadium. Caption and photo by Darren Yamashita. | |
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Cal Bears 0
Utah Utes 0
October 30, 2022
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Cal Bears goalkeeper Angelina Anderson recorded her sixth clean sheet of the season during the Bears' 0-0 tie against the Utah Utes on Sunday, October 30th, at Edwards Stadium. Caption and photo by Darren Yamashita. | |
2023 Schedule Released
STANFORD, Calif. - Stanford women's gymnastics announced its 2023 schedule Thursday, featuring three meets inside Maples Pavilion and five meets televised by the Pac-12 Network. The Cardinal will compete in 10 regular-season meets during the 2023 season and is slated to meet 12 opponents throughout its campaign.
Stanford opens its home slate with a dual meet in Maples Pavilion Jan. 14 at 1 p.m. against non-conference foe San José State.
The Cardinal heads on the road for its next two meets, taking on Arizona State Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Tempe, Ariz., and California on Jan. 28 in Berkeley, Calif. The Big Meet matchup with the Golden Bears begins at 2 p.m. and is scheduled to be televised on the Pac-12 Networks.
Stanford returns home on Feb. 4 for a bout with the Arizona Wildcats, slated for a 6 p.m. start. Following the quick trip back to The Farm, the Cardinal takes a break from conference action on Feb. 11 to compete in the Metroplex Challenge with expected competitors Oklahoma, Alabama, and Arkansas in the second of two NCAA sessions. The quad meet is set for a 5:15 p.m. start.
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By Stanford Athletics. For a full report, click HERE.
www.gostanford.com
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San José State Launches NIL Marketplace for Student-Athletes
SAN JOSE, Calif. - San José State Athletics and Opendorse partnered to launch SJSU's Marketplace on Thursday, the Spartans' official Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) marketplace for student-athletes. SJSU became one of the first athletics departments to provide this great opportunity for nearly 500 student-athletes.
"This is another tool we can provide our student-athletes to help enhance their opportunities in the NIL marketplace," said Deputy Athletics Director Scott MacDonald. "This gives fans, sponsors and partners access to help in our efforts to provide a cutting-edge experience for our student-athletes, as well as utilizing the student-athletes' brand to advance their opportunities on social media platforms."
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For a full report, click HERE.
#AllSpartans / GoSpartans
www.sjsuspartans.com
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Saint Mary’s Head to Portland for WCC Championships
PORTLAND, Calif. – The Saint Mary's Cross Country Teams head up to Portland, Oregon this week as they look to finish the season on a high at the WCC Championships.
THE DETAILS
WCC Cross Country Championship
Friday, October 25
Women's 6K Race 10:00am | Men's 8K Race 11:00am
Fern Hill Park – Portland, Oregon
Live Stream | Live Results
LAST TIME OUT
It was a fast and furious morning at Baylands Park two Saturday's ago, as numerous Gaels set new personal bests at the Bronco Invite.
The Men's 8K got the morning started with 11 Gaels in action on the Baylands Park track. Sam Tyas had another solid race for Saint Mary's, finishing 45th in a time of 24:27.6, his fastest run of the season thus far. Curtis Volf was next across the line for the Gaels, claiming 64th in a time of 24:39.6, a personal best by nearly 40 seconds.
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For a full report, click HERE.
#GaelsRise
www.smcgaels.com
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Resilient Dons Knock Off LMU in Four Sets
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Returning to the road riding a four-game winning streak, the USF Dons women's volleyball team (12-10, 5-6) showed great resilience in their road rematch against the Loyola Marymount Lions (13-6, 8-2) on Thursday evening taking home the 3-1 victory in Southern California. Down 1-0 following the first set, USF rattled off three consecutive set victories to end the Lions' eight game winning streak and to push the Dons' streak to five straight victories in WCC play.
Claire Crijns had a banner performance for the Dons as she led the way with 13 kills and five blocks to help USF continue their conference winning streak. The duo of Anna Petrova and Maria Petkova each pieced together strong performances for USF as the pair each recorded 11 kills while Petkova also contributed five blocks and two service aces to go along with Petrova's two blocks and a service ace.
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For a full report, click HERE.
www.usfdons.com
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Men's Soccer Faces LMU at Home on Saturday
THE TEAMS
Santa Clara (4-4-4, 1-1-2 WCC) vs. LMU (8-5-2, 2-2 WCC)
MATCH INFO
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. PT
Where: Stevens Stadium
Live Stats: StatBroadcast
Video: WCC Network
SERIES HISTORY
Santa Clara is 25-16-10 all-time against LMU. The last meeting was a scoreless draw at LMU in the 2021 regular season finale.
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For a full report, click HERE.
www.santaclarabroncos.com
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Skip Barber Racing School Returns
to Sonoma Raceway
World famous road course expands programming
with legendary racing school
SONOMA, Calif. (October 27, 2022) –Starting this November, Skip Barber Racing School will once again run best in class racing and driving programs at the iconic Sonoma Raceway. Over 30 dates will be offered during the 2022 and 2023 seasons at the historic road course, one of the program’s preferred west coast locations.
Skip Barber Racing School’s full complement of racing and driving schools will be offered at Sonoma Raceway. Their racing school programs will feature the 1 Day Racing School, 3 Day Racing School, and their 2 Day Advanced Race Licensing School and will be available in both their cutting-edge Mygale Formula 4 open-wheel cars and their Mustang GT fleet. In addition to the racing schools, the Hagerty Driving Academy powered by Skip Barber Racing School will give drivers of all experience levels the chance to hone their driving skills to make them safer, more secure drivers on the highway.
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For a full report, click HERE.
www.sonomaraceway.com
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Hardly Trivial Answer by T. Buff | |
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Mickey Mantle
Mickey Mantle holds the record for the most World Series home runs with 18. Bonus points if you pondered whether any of the following could have been the leader:
Babe Ruth (15), Yogi Berra (12), and Duke Snider (11).
This link will take you to a cool piece about World Series "dingers" and a list of the top 25 World Series
home run leaders.
Go Tom & Gisele!
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Recent Facebook Albums to Enjoy | |
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Cal Bears 1, Oregon State Beavers 1, October 30, 2022.
Photos by Darren Yamashita.
Cal Bears 24, Oregon Ducks 42, October 29, 2022.
Photos by Ron Sellers.
San Jose State Spartans 35, Nevada Wolfpack 28, October 29, 2022. Photos by Alex Ho.
Cal Bears 21, Washington Huskies 28, October 22, 2022.
Photos by Ron Sellers.
Airshow Salinas, October 8-9,
Photos by Rich Yee.
2022 Grand National Rodeo, October 6-9, 2022.
Photos by Rich Yee
Oakland A’s 3, Los Angeles Angels 2, October 5, 2022.
Photos by Darren Yamashita.
Oakland A’s 2, Los Angeles Angels 1, October 4, 2022.
Photos by Darren Yamashita.
San Francisco Giants 4, Arizona Diamondbacks 3, October 2, 2022. Photos by Darren Yamashita.
San Jose Earthquakes 2, Minnesota United FC 0, October 1, 2022. Photos by Alex Ho.
Oakland Roots SC 2, Birmingham Legion 1, October 1, 2022.
Photos by Ron Sellers.
Larry Williams, USF's Athletic Director's Press Conference, September 26, 2022. Photos by Darren Yamashita.
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Weekly Bay Area
Sports Calendar
Monday, October 31, through
Sunday,November 6, 2022
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Monday, October 31
(MNF) Cincinnati Bengals @ Cleveland Browns, 5:15 p.m.
Tuesday,November 1
Golden State Warriors @ Miami Heat, 4:30 p.m.
San Jose Sharks vs. Anaheim Ducks, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 2
Thursday, November 3
(TNF) Philadelphia Eagles @ Houston Texans, 5:15 p.m.
Golden State Warriors @ Orlando Magic, 4 p.m.
San Jose Sharks vs. Florida Panthers, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 4
Golden State Warriors @ New Orleans Pelicans, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 5
San Jose Sharks vs. Anaheim Ducks, 7:30 p.m.
Cal Bears @ USC Trojans, 7:30 p.m.
Stanford Cardinal vs. Washington State Cougars, 12:30 p.m.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Colorado State Tams, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 6
Las Vegas Raiders @ Jacksonville Jaguars, 10 a.m.
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FIELD OF PLAY
For the past 60 years, Michael Zagaris has taken his camera behind the scenes of the NFL, capturing the moments that define America’s game. With unparalleled access—42 Super Bowls, 49 seasons as team photographer for the San Francisco 49ers, and a behind-the-scenes passport to the rest of the NFL—Zagaris takes his aim beyond the field and to the locker room, the bench, the practices, and the training camps. His intimate portraits convey the nerves, the tension, the pain, and the elation with emotional depth and the clarity of a longtime insider.
With contributions from celebrated Hall of Famers Joe Montana, Ronnie Lott, and Fred Biletnikoff, as well as text from renowned sportswriter Steve Cassady and sociologist Dr. Harry Edwards, Field of Play highlights Zagaris’s storied career as a photographer, showcasing the irresistible force of football and celebrates its enduring presence.
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Navigating a career in any business is highly complex, especially in the world of sports and entertainment. Knowing how to separate the logo on your business card from your personal identity is a valuable skill for creating your own career path. Building a career in the sports industry is easier said than done, especially since the business is extremely addictive. Cool corporate logos and titles should never control your true sense of self; your name on the card is much more important! Welcome to the world of LOL, or “Loss of Logo.”
Written for aspiring sports professionals, current sports industry professionals, and any career enthusiasts who are chasing the fancy logo and corner office, LOL, Loss of Logo: What’s Your Next Move? offers valuable takeaways for everyone. Comprised of powerful perspectives from 38 multitalented industry professionals, this book will give you the tools to succeed in the industry, with or without
your logo.
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The New York Yankees are the greatest dynasty, not only in baseball but in all of sports. The Yankees, in fact, embody a series of dynasties, from Ruth-Gehrig through Jeter-Rivera. But the absolute greatest Yankees were the 1949-1953 pinstripers, winners of an unprecedented five consecutive World Series. The Yankee Way, Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa writes in the book's forward, is “full of Yankee winning keys, star-studded competitions, and insights about one of baseball's historically fascinating periods.” Key contributors to this dynasty, including Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Billy Martin, Phil Rizzuto, and manager Casey Stengel, are remembered by their teammate, Charlie Silvera, catcher and co-author.
Dave Newhouse was an award-winning sportswriter/columnist for the Oakland Tribune before his retirement. He has continued his work as an author and The Yankee Way is his eighteenth book. He lives with his wife, Patsy, an artist, in Oakland, CA.
ISBN 978-1-937943-60-8 – 196 pages – $24.95
Published by St. Johann Press, P.O. Box 241, Haworth, NJ 07641 (201) 387-1529 www.stjohannpress.com
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