Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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By Steven Lieberman Observer Reporter It has been a miraculous run for the Los Angeles Kings so far in the playoffs. In round one, they managed to pull off a reverse sweep of the San Jose Sharks, winning that series 4-3 after losing the first three games, and then finishing off the Anaheim Ducks, 6-2, at the Honda Center in the seventh game of the second round -- an away-game in a hostile environment. This is the first time the freeway rivals met in the playoffs. Ducks superstar Teemu Selänne...
The time is now for Culver City High baseball 2014 as it prepares for its annual two-game Ocean League series with archrival Santa Monica High in the league's final week of play. Once again the league championship will go to the victor as it has been for the greater part of the past two decades-plus. Only this time the Centaurs, with a current 7-1 league record, need to win both games as they trail the Vikings, undefeated at 8-0, by 1/2 game in the standings. Culver was fine-tuning its operation...
Donald Sterling, the disgraced owner of the Clippers, went on the Anderson Cooper television show over the weekend and apologized for racial remarks that have the NBA attempting to force him to sell the franchise. "I said a terrible thing but I am not a racist," he said. "I feel so sorry for the people I've hurt." Despite the apology, Sterling is investigating the possibility of suing the NBA for $1.7 billion. In a related development, Sterling's wife Shelly went on the Barbara Walters televisio...
It was a heated four-game series battle between the Dodgers and Giants this past weekend at Dodger Stadium -- one of the best rivalries in sports history. The Giants put forth a "Giant" effort as they managed to win three out of four games, culminating in a 7-4 victory on Mother's Day. Even Dodgers shortstop Hanley Ramirez and his heroic two-run, game-tying homer off closer Sergio Romo with two outs in the bottom of the ninth wasn't enough on Sunday. The Dodgers' usually-solid closer Kenley...
This past Saturday, the Santa Monica Women defeated both the San Diego Surfers and Tempe Women to claim the SoCal Division I title and berth to the the USA Rugby National Quarterfinals in Dallas, Texas. With the #1 seed going into playoffs, Santa Monica faced the San Diego Surfers for their qualifying match, with a final score to 31-15. The championship game began with Tempe coming out and immediately utilizing their speedy backs, notching a try just 3 minutes into the game. The second half was a gritty, but SM scored score a try with no time...
By Fred Altieri Observer Reporter What a horse. What a team. And California bred. California Chrome's magical mystery tour intensified as the three-year old wonder horse thoroughly electrified and wooed the horseracing world and beyond by winning the 140th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in his own superlative style and ridden in brilliant fashion by jockey Victor Espinoza on Saturday, May 3. The enchanted chestnut-colored colt contrasted by the elegant white markings on his face and all four...
Donald Sterling has been confrontational during his 33 years as the Clippers' owner so it isn't surprising that he isn't taking his lifetime suspension without a fight. Sterling has a $1.7 billion lawsuit against the NBA in mind after he was banned for life by NBA commissioner Adam Silver. He is considering several major law firms. Sterling's advisors aren't disputing the fact that Sterling's comments were racial but they are disputing the fact the tape he made was private. So, in court the...
The Lakers have indicated they plan a long search for a coach to replace Mike D'Antoni, who resigned last week following two unsuccessful seasons. The Lakers are in the difficult position of being without a coach or many players. Only three players, Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash and Robert Sacre have a Laker contract for next season and Nick Young has a player option. It is believed the Lakers may interview as many as 20 coaching candidates. Two college coaches, John Calipari of Kentucky and former LA...
What other news, what other developments could there be from the Clippers' bizarre week as they await a deciding Game 7 of their opening round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors? Well, there is one more development. The New York Post reported that 80-year-old ousted Clipper owner Donald Sterling has been battling prostate cancer for several years. Most Clipper players and Coach Doc Rivers said they weren't aware of the situation. "I hope it isn't true," said forward Blake Griffin....
Magic Johnson issued the following statement concerning rumors he might buy the Clippers. ´I am not going to buy the Clippers,” he said. The NBA is attempting to force disgraced owner Donald Sterling to sell the team soon. Unlike Johnson, Oprah Winfrey has expressed interest and has two highly qualified partners....
After NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced Tuesday morning the voice on the racial rant alleged to be Clippers owner Donald Sterling is indeed Sterling the commissioner took action. Sterling has received a lifetime ban from the NBA and fined $2.5 million. He will not be permitted to attend Clipper games or practices or appear in the team's offices. Silver also said the league will attempt to convince Sterling to sell the team. Pressure is on to get a quick vote from the NBA Board of...
Shelly Sterling, the estranged wife of ousted Clippers owner Donald Sterling, wanted to attend the team’s Game 5 victory over the Golden State Warriors Tuesday night but didn’t know if she’d be welcome. Considering the fact her husband had been banned for life from NBA arenas earlier in the day she had reason to be concerned. She sought out Coach Doc Rivers for permission, which was granted. Shelly, who usually sits in a courtside seat, watched this game from a suite, protected by secur...
Many words were written about the stab in the back that the Clippers got from their owner, and many more words on the subject will follow... on my end, I'd like to add one word - I am ASHAMED. I'm so ashamed that right on holocaust remembrance day, while i'm lighting a memorial candle for the innocent souls of six million jews, my people, who were slaughtered with cruelty due to extreme racism, a jewish man would allow himself to express himself so disgracefully towards other human beings, and e...
I saw two versions of Blake Griffin in the opening games of the current playoff series between the Clippers and Golden State Warriors. In Game One I was wondering why Griffin was committing useless fouls, scrapping too hard for rebounds even as the whistle was blowing. Get away, I thought. You don't need this. Being competitive is good but, man, use your head. Griffin has been a star from the day he joined the Clippers but he took a significant leap this season which elevated him right behind...
By Bosmat Eynav Observer Columnist Clippers and the Warriors - two young teams that long to make history and bring championship to their club and fans After decades at the bottom of the league and not being a real threat, this year a big change is happening. In the first game we saw how the high pressure to win was paralyzing a number of Clippers players, and prevented the team from flowing freely and playing as naturally and joyfully as they know and can. The desire of both teams to make the ch...
The Lakers said they had no position for Phil Jackson, so he joined the New York Knicks and made his first move this week, firing Coach Mike Woodson. The Knicks didn't make the playoffs and needed a change in direction. As the new man in charge Jackson acted quickly. Had he been given the same position with the Lakers Mike D'Antoni would most likely have been fired by now. Instead, the Knicks are moving toward hiring someone with a background in the Triangle Offense, which brought championships...
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, the centerpiece of a defense which held opponents to a league-low 91.8 ppg, is the recipient of the 2013-14 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award, the NBA announced. Noah becomes the first Bulls player since Michael Jordan in 1987-88 to earn the honor. Noah received 555 of a possible 1,125 points, including 100 first-place votes, from a panel of 125 sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the United States and Canada. Indiana's Roy Hibbert (166 points,...
A year ago, when the Lakers completed one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history, I wrote Anatomy Of A Disaster and had no intention of following with another similar article. But throughout this season, the worst since the Lakers moved here in 1960 from Minneapolis, readers have frequently requested Part 2 of this story. So here it is. It was bad enough last season when Kobe Bryant averaged 45 minutes a game down the stretch trying to get the Lakers into the playoffs. They made...
The Dodgers have been favored by numerous media outlets as favorites to win the World Series. Their off-season spending spree, totaling a record $240 million, is the primary reason. But championships are decided on the field, and on the Dodgers' home-opening weekend they got all they could handle from the long-time rival San Francisco Giants. As the Giants won two of the three games they proved to be a worthy opponent for the Dodgers. A very worthy opponent. I'm impressed that the Giants, who wo...
By Mitch Chortkoff Sports Editor Here's that time of the year again when talented teams with excellent coaches are in danger of finishing as failures. It gets crazier every year because only eight Western Conference teams qualify for the playoffs and several more barely miss. There's even talk that Golden State's Mark Jackson could lose his job if the Warriors lose their first round playoff series against the Clippers. What a shame that would be as the Warriors have won 19 more games than they'v...
1. Why fitness? Were you an athlete as a child? That's a very good question. "Fitness" itself was never a thought, but I always had a passion to challenge myself in body, mind and soul. As a child, dance and sports helped me strengthen my discipline and mind, building my confidence and self esteem. It wasn't until later in life that I realized that "Fitness" wasn't just pushing your body to its extremes, but also a balance in lifestyle and a therapeutic outlet for the soul. That's was my life...
The Heat didn't stop Samohi High Lady Vikings from scorching the Beverly Hills Normans on Apri 8. Pitcher, Whitney Jones didn't give up any runs and she and her catcher, Annie Quine both hit home runs!.... Sara Garcia also hit a home run while other teammates contributed to the 12/0 win by hitting triples, doubles, singles and there were several successful stolen bases. Kenedee Jamerson was the closer!...
The new Dodger owners spend lavishly and they're attempting to build a championship team. "Last year we made a lot of progress and reached the playoffs," said Magic Johnson. "Now our goal is to go all the way." Many forecasters have listed the Dodgers as favorites to win the World Series. One consideration is their record $240 million payroll. But there's been enough early trouble for fans to be concerned. Let us count the difficulties – quite a few since it's only the beginning of April. F...
Swingers: Samohi Varsity Softball Team's regular season starts tomorrow. Photos by Wendy Perl. front row, Left to right: Annie Quine # 21, Ashley Rakuljic #16, Carly Condon #1, Sara Garcia #13 (Senior), Bella Lilly #22, Alexis Carter #23, Adriana Alvarado #2 back row, Left to right: Denise Reynoso #5, Whitney Jones #8, Cayman Hunter #11, Frankie Golick #18 (Senior), Sofia Gutierrez #3 (Senior) Jordan Breuer # 6, Kenedee Jamerson #26 and Jasmine Gomez #4...
Just a few more weeks and the Lakers' season will be over. No playoffs this time. Of all the negatives that have occurred the one that bothers me the most is the way Pau Gasol hasn't been appreciated. This is one of the top 100 big men ever to play in the NBA, a professional who has had championship seasons here but now is struggling against age and injuries, plus a coach who doesn't want the center to have the ball in the post. Instead of Gasol being celebrated as obviously the Lakers' best...
