Category Archives: Sports

Genesis Invitational Provides Food, Drinks and Great Golf

Although Tiger Woods is not playing in the Genesis Invitational this week, he will be at the Riviera golf course in Pacific Palisades. In addition to being a legendary golfer, he is the founder and CEO of TGR, which is … Continue reading

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Walk the Historic Riviera Golf Course with Pros

(Editor’s note: The 2022 Genesis Invitational opens on Thursday at the Riviera golf course in Pacific Palisades, with the final round on Sunday, February 20. The field includes all of the top-10 golfers in the Official World Golf Ranking. Why … Continue reading

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Sam Lagana: Voice of the Rams

The day after the L.A. Rams defeated Cincinnati to earn a trip to the Super Bowl, Times columnist Bill Plaschke began his column this way: “SoFi Stadium shook. The Rams danced. Confetti sprayed. “Thousands screamed, again and again, answering the … Continue reading

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PaliHi Football, Unbeaten All Season, Loses to San Pedro in City Semifinals

Three interceptions and two fumbles undermined the undefeated Palisades High football team last Friday night as it lost to host San Pedro 33-17 in the City Section Open Division semifinals. The third-seeded Dolphins were 11-0 going into the game against … Continue reading

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PaliHi Boys Water Polo Wins City Title and a Regional Championship

After winning a ninth straight City Section title, the Palisades High boys water polo team captured the CIF SoCal Regional Division III championship on November 20 at Carpinteria, defeating the home team and No. 1 seed, 9-5. The Noozhawk website … Continue reading

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Undefeated PaliHi Football Destroys South Gate, 60-21, in City Playoff Opener

Sophomore quarterback Sammy Silvia passed for 341 yards and four touchdowns as the powerful Palisades High football team crushed South Gate, 60-21, in the first round of the City Section Open Division playoffs last Friday night at home. The Dolphins, … Continue reading

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PaliHi Tennis Coach Bud Kling Continues His Winning Ways

Although many people are familiar with long-time resident Bud Kling, because  he’s friendly with everyone and is often seen about town—most people don’t realize he’s one of the most successful high school tennis coaches in the country. Not only that, … Continue reading

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Park and Rec Updates: Potrero/PCH Bridge, Staff Shortages and  Park Advisory Boards

Two items were of local interest at the Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners meeting held electronically on November 4. Commissioner and resident Joe Halper asked for General Manager Michael Shull to give an update at the November 18 meeting … Continue reading

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Letter: More Information about Pickleball

(Editor’s note: Circling the News received this letter regarding pickleball, which is described as an easy-to-learn racquet sport, a blend of tennis and ping pong, played on a badminton size court (20’ x 44’) with lightweight paddles and balls making … Continue reading

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Dolphins Crush Westchester 41-14, Enter Playoffs with a 10-0 Record 

Sophomore quarterback Sammy Silvia passed for 309 yards and four touchdowns as the visiting Palisades High football team routed Westchester 41-14 last Friday night. The Dolphins went 10-0 this season, won the Western League title and will now enter the … Continue reading

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