Which team has been LeBron James’ best so far? The all-time NBA tournament is here. The best teams of all time are competing for the ultimate prize. There are Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls, Bill Russell’s Boston Celtics, Magic Johnson’s Los Angeles Lakers, Wilt Chamberlain’s Philadelphia 76ers and LeBron James’ “Los Mialand Hecavalakers”? It’s a tough decision. What team would … [Read more...] about Which team has been LeBron James’ best so far?
Positive COVID-19 test forces Cal men’s basketball to postpone practices
Positive COVID-19 test forces Cal men’s basketball to postpone practices Nicholas Chun/StaffLast week, Cal men’s basketball returned to full practices for the first time after a seven-month hiatus. Now, in a year full of setbacks that have plagued the team’s ability to return to the court, another one has appeared. Per a statement from Cal Athletics, a member of the men’s … [Read more...] about Positive COVID-19 test forces Cal men’s basketball to postpone practices
Cal men’s crew, still training apart, works toward spring 2021 season
Cal men’s crew, still training apart, works toward spring 2021 season Karen Chow/FileAfter the men’s rowing season was cut short in mid-March because of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the rowers continue to sit on the sideline, awaiting clearance to practice together as a team. What had been a strong start to their 2020 spring season quickly flamed out as some of the most … [Read more...] about Cal men’s crew, still training apart, works toward spring 2021 season
Cal men’s basketball returns to court for first time since March
Cal men’s basketball returns to court for first time since March Josh Kahen/FileAfter a seven-month hiatus, Cal men’s basketball started full practices this week after being cleared by health officials. The resumption of indoor practices without restrictions comes after the Pac-12 reversed its initial decision to delay the season until at least Jan. 1 and aligned the season … [Read more...] about Cal men’s basketball returns to court for first time since March
Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3 (and you’re clear)
Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3 (and you’re clear) Let’s start with some good news: College football and the NFL are back in action! Now, the bad news: COVID-19 is still very much wreaking havoc out there. Because neither the NFL nor college football teams elected to go into a “bubble” as the NBA had (and successfully saw zero positive coronavirus tests in 172 games), these teams are … [Read more...] about Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3 (and you’re clear)
Class is in session: Goalball DeCal provides opportunity
Class is in session: Goalball DeCal provides opportunity Ariel Hayat/FileSports are often recognized as a universal language because of their ability to bring people together regardless of background. While sports such as basketball and soccer are all widely known, perhaps no game strikes home the true purpose of sports quite as well as goalball. People with blindness or visual … [Read more...] about Class is in session: Goalball DeCal provides opportunity
On their own: How Cal men’s soccer players are coping amid a pandemic
On their own: How Cal men’s soccer players are coping amid a pandemic Cheyenne Tex/FileCal men’s soccer forward Alonzo Del Mundo finds himself enduring a unique set of challenges during what is supposed to be his redshirt junior season. Instead of scurrying past opposing defenders on the field of Edwards Stadium, Del Mundo is working for a construction and painting company … [Read more...] about On their own: How Cal men’s soccer players are coping amid a pandemic
Who stands a chance at the CFP?
Who stands a chance at the CFP? It’s been three years since the Pac-12 has sent a team to the College Football Playoff. It feels like it’s been even longer since the “Conference of Champions” put forth an actual championship challenger. The Pac-12 has been much maligned, or, alternatively, heavily praised, for its chaotic nature. Its inability to produce a clearly elite team … [Read more...] about Who stands a chance at the CFP?
Cal scheduled to host multiple postseason events in 2022, 2024
Cal scheduled to host multiple postseason events in 2022, 2024 Rayanne Piaña/FileThe NCAA released future postseason locations Wednesday, and Cal received a host of selections in different sports. Postseason water polo and gymnastics will return to Berkeley in 2022 and 2024. In 2022, the Spieker Aquatics Complex will witness the NCAA men’s water polo national championship. The … [Read more...] about Cal scheduled to host multiple postseason events in 2022, 2024