Posts by Randy Angel
Easter Classic kicks off AAU beach volleyball tour
Aspiring beach volleyball players will have a chance to showcase their talent when the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) begins its 2012 tour with the Easter Classic to be held Saturday at Dockweiler State Beach in El Segundo. Competition is open to boys in the 14U, 12U and 10U age groups. Girls compete in the 18U,…
Read MoreRedondo Union head basketball coach gets the axe
After 11 seasons at the helm of the Redondo Union boys basketball program, Tom Maier was fired Thursday after what he described as a frustrating season that included disciplinary problems with players and unruly parents.
Read MoreLocal kiteboarders make most of storms
While most South Bay residents stayed indoors to avoid the cold winds during recent storms, some local athletes took advantage of the conditions to practice the sport they love.
Read MoreHorsehiders tune-up for battle in the Bay
Supporters of the Mira Costa baseball program were smiling Saturday but none more than the Brunkhardt family when the final score indicating Mustangs 3 – Guests 2 was illuminated on a new electronic scoreboard in right-center field. A two-run rally in the bottom of the seventh inning that gave Mira Costa the victory over Santa…
Read MoreRivalry volleyball match held at LMU
In what is virtually a rematch of the 2011 USA Volleyball Junior National Championship match, the boys volleyball teams from Mira Costa and Loyola will face off Friday at 7 p.m. in the Loyola Marymount University gym. With the exception of the starting setters, Friday’s meeting between the rival schools will pit members of the…
Read MoreBeach Sports: Aquatics, cycling, running, skateboarding, soccer and more
Fundraisers: In celebration of its recent move to the South Bay, Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) will host the Seaside Soiree alongside Bo Bridges Gallery on April 5 from 7-10 p.m. The fundraising event will be part of the Fifth Annual Spyder Surf Fest in Hermosa Beach and include a silent auction, hosted bar with…
Read MoreCosta girls snap Redondo’s winning streak in lacrosse
Rivalry games are meant to be special and Tuesday’s showdown between the girls lacrosse teams of Mira Costa and Redondo became another for the record books. Riding a 25-game winning streak in Bay League competition, three-time defending league champion Redondo was more than ready to extend its run. Visiting Mira Costa had other plans. Remi…
Read MoreRun For Education 5K
The El Segundo PTA is hosting its 20th Annual Run For Education 5K on Saturday, March 31 beginning at 8 a.m. in front of El Segundo High School at Library Park. The course of the electronically chip-timed street race winds through the hilly streets of El Segundo. A Kids’ Fun Run follows at 9:15 a.m.…
Read MoreBeach Sports: Cycling, golf, running, skateboarding and more
Running: Girls on the Run is a curriculum-based program for girls ages 8 to under 14 years to build self-esteem through running and discussions related to friendship, bullying, healthy eating habits and other issues facing young girls. Participants gradually train for a 5K run. Meets Mondays and Thursdays. Offered through the MB Recreation Dept. 310-802-5448.…
Read MoreRedondo girls shine in cloudy weather to win Nike track meet
Redondo’s girls track and field team overtook 2011 champion Long Beach Poly to win the girls team title at the 2nd annual Redondo Nike Track Invitational
Read MoreRunners go green at St. Patrick’s 5K
The sky may have been gray on Saturday, but green overshadowed the day which began with approximately 845 runners and walkers participating in the Village Runner St. Patrick’s Day 5K. Christian Hesch, 33, of Hollywood took top honors at the event completing the course which started and finished in Riviera Village in Redondo Beach in…
Read MoreMira Costa rolls over rival in boys volleyball opener
Utilizing its size and depth, the Mira Costa boys volleyball team flexed its muscle Thursday evening with an impressive sweep at Redondo, demonstrating the skills that have the Mustangs ranked third in the CIF Southern Section Division 1 poll. The Mustang’s 25-16, 25-17, 25-18 win over their rival was led by Ryan Kaseff’s 10 kills.…
Read MoreBoys volleyball opens league play with rivalry match
The race for the Bay League boys volleyball title begins this week with defending champion Mira Costa travelling to take on rival Redondo Thursday at 6 p.m. in the newly renovated Sea Hawk Pavilion.
Read MoreMustangs look to defend boys lacrosse title
Chris Jewett is well aware of the importance of senior leadership. Beginning his second season as head coach of the Mira Costa boys lacrosse team, Jewett is hoping his upperclassmen will lead the Mustangs as they defend their Bay League title. “We lost 13 seniors so this team is still finding its identity as a…
Read MoreRedondo Union High School hosts 2nd Nike track event
Attempting to become one of the premier track and field meets on the West Coast, the Redondo Nike Track Invitational is growing in only its second year. With Nike as its title sponsor, the event will host at least 45 complete teams along with select individuals and relay teams. Added this year is the Distance…
Read MoreBeach Sports: Cycling, running, surfing, volleyball and more
Running: Registration is available for the Village Runner St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash to be held Saturday. Starting and finishing in front of Village Runner, 1811-A Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, the 5K begins at 8 a.m. followed by the Leprechaun (kids) Dash at 9:30 a.m. Fees are $35 for the 5K and…
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