All Ball Sports: Rams, Chargers in the playoffs: a sure thing
by Paul Teetor Parley bets – betting that two, three or even four separate things will happen at the same time in the same game or games – are increasingly popular as corporate gambling takes over the sports world sucker bet by sucker bet. There are so many variables – player injuries, travel snafus and […]
All Ball Sports: Teo’s back, good riddance D-Lo
by Paul Teetor He’s baaaack! The most wanted man in Los Angeles was finally caught by the Dodgers. Teoscar Hernandez, the sunflower seed spitting, clutch hit slugging outfielder who played such a vital role in the Dodgers march to a World Series championship this past season, signed a three-year contract Friday night to return to […]
All Ball Sports: LeBron, Life at 40, Army’s shining Black Knights
by Paul Teetor Over a four-game losing streak this week, LeBron James missed 20 consecutive three-point shots. Let me repeat that staggering statistic in Live Oak Park terms: LeBron bricked 20 straight threes. Dude was straight up shooting blanks. If that happened at Live Oak Park in Manhattan Beach or Clark Park in Hermosa Beach, […]
All Ball Sports: A pickleball Thanksgiving, Dodgers all in
by Paul Teetor There were players as young as 8 and as old as 77. There was a grandmother-granddaughter team. There were sibling teams. There were father-son teams. There were mother-son teams. The pickleball craze that is sweeping America came to Manhattan Beach this past weekend when more than 300 players entered the fourth annual […]
Where to Go Top Skiing in Europe: Your Full Guide
Some of the finest ski resorts in the world are found in Europe, offering breathtaking landscapes, varied terrains, and lifetime experiences to skiing aficionados. From a seasoned professional to a family who wants to spend a fun-filled winter vacation, there is something out there for everyone. What are the best and the highest ski resorts […]
All Ball Sports: A dreary night in Pasadena, will Dodgers ‘run it back?’
SB Sharks on to Pop Warner Championships The South Bay Sharks Pop Warner youth football and cheer teams sent three teams to the recent Southern California Conference Pop Warner Championships, and came home with three championship trophies. The Sharks won the 10-and-under, 11-and-under, and 12-and-under divisions. All three teams moved on to the Western Conference […]
Palos Verdes earns playoff birth with Mira Costa overtime win
by Paul Teetor Palos Verdes High battled Mira Costa high into overtime in the Bay League final and won on quarterback Ryan Rakowski’s 1-yard touchdown run on the opening possession of overtime. The Sea Kings, who ended their regular season with a Bay League record of 3-2 and an overall record of 5-5, earned one […]
Why Sports Betting Increases in Popularity in New Zealand
In New Zealand, sports are more than just a pastime—they’re a vital part of the culture. With a fervent following of rugby, cricket, and more, New Zealanders have a deep-rooted passion for supporting their favourite teams and players. Recently, this enthusiasm has extended into sports betting, allowing fans to engage with their beloved sports in […]
All Ball Sports: USC – new quarterback, new hope; Sea Hawks downed
by Paul Teetor USC Football coach Lincoln Riley finally made the key personnel change this week that he should have made a month ago, when it became obvious that Miller Moss was not the quarterback to lead USC back to the promised land – or even to a bowl game. At this point the Trojans […]
Veterans Memorial Sundial celebrated on 30th anniversary
photos by Kevin Cody
How Important Are Good Stadiums in Sports?
Today’s sports stadiums are much more than just places to play games. They serve as vital centers that help local businesses grow, make fans happier, and help teams perform better. Modern stadiums have become entertainment spots that bring communities together. These new facilities create jobs, host various events, and often use eco-friendly designs. Good sporting […]
All Ball Sports: Extra point decisive in Sea Hawks CIF first round win
by Paul Teetor Sea Hawks Play On – Barely The Redondo Union High School football team clawed its way to a 7-6 win over Aquinas in Friday’s CIF-Southern Section Division 4 first-round game Friday night. A blocked extra point by senior safety Owen Pepper in front of a roaring home crowd was the difference. Both […]
All Ball: Dodgers: Thanks, We’ll Take It
by Paul Teetor Yaahh! The Dodgers won the World Series! Yaahh for the hometown team. Let’s have a big parade and revel in how great our team is! And indeed, the Dodgers are great – they’re the deepest and best team in all of Major League Baseball. But All Ball’s journalistic keep-it-real mission statement compels […]
Knob Hill Classic volleyball tournament builds in fourth edition
by Garth Meyer The fourth Knob Hill Classic volleyball tournament was held Oct. 12 on Redondo Beach, a project by local weekend players Freddie Harb and Jeno Sario. This year was a 20-team format with two divisions and nine sponsors. “2024 was the culmination,” Harb said. “The best vibe, the best tournament we’ve had and […]
All Ball: Dodgers ‘Forever Freddie,’ Costa’s dueling QB’s, Redondo on a roll
by Paul Teetor Sure, Freddie Freeman will be remembered forever by Dodgers fans and a whole lot of other people for his walk-off grand slam homer that won game one of the World Series against the Yankees Friday night in extra innings. It was a magnificent achievement by a guy who was playing on a […]
All Ball Sports: Dodgers most unlikely hero, Costa stopped, Redondo resumes
by Paul Teetor Jackie Robinson, Duke Snider, Kirk Gibson and …. Tommy Edman? Yep, that’s a list of Dodger postseason hitting greats who carried their teams to memorable triumphs. Wait – Tommy who? That would be Tommy Edman, a utility player the Dodgers picked up from the Saint Louis Cardinals in an under-the-radar move at […]