Category Archives: Sports

Viewpoint—Calling People Racist Is a Way to Skirt Blame

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Sue

This editor wrote a September 2019 story (“Beglari House at 909 Greentree Is Razed”) about mistakes in City Planning that resulted in almost 20 years of legal problems. The homes at 909 and 921 Greentree Road were razed in August … Continue reading →

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Seeking Soccer Officials with No High School Experience to Ref Games

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Sue

Do you look good in shorts and knee socks? Have you ever watched a high school varsity soccer game? Do you have a pulse? Good news, you too can be a high school referee. Santa Monica High School’s athletic director … Continue reading →

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Registration Is Open for Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Posted on October 25, 2023 by Sue

Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot. The 5/10K race starts and finishes at the Palisades Charter High School Stadium 50-yard line on November 23. The event, which will start at 8 a.m., is a … Continue reading →

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Letter: Southern Section Blue Book Spells out

Posted on October 19, 2023 by Sue

(Editor’s note: Attorney David Hinshaw sent the following letter in reference to an October 12 story “Private and Rich Public High School Under Pay Soccer Referees” click here.)  I have been a high school referee for 18 years and am … Continue reading →

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Private and Rich Public High Schools Under Pay Soccer Referees

Posted on October 12, 2023 by Sue

Some of the most expensive high schools in the United States, which charge up of $50,000 a year for tuition are now being told by the CIF – Southern Section Commissioner Chris West that they should start looking for soccer … Continue reading →

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Palisades High Beats Fairfax to Stay on Top of League

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Sue

Palisades High School football team improved its overall record to 5-2 with the defeat of the Fairfax Lions 36-13 on Friday night. With the win on the school’s homecoming, the Dolphins are now 2-0 in the Western League. On the … Continue reading →

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Dolphins Defeat St. Genevieve 35-10

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Sue

Palisades High School pulled out a 35-10 victory over Panorama City’s St. Genevieve on September 8 at the Stadium by the Sea. The team is now 3-1 for the season. The home crowd was energized and welcomed the Class of … Continue reading →

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Third Annual 5K Oktoberfest Charity Run Set for October 14

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Sue

Need to raise some funds for your local nonprofit/charity? The Palisades Lutheran Church, located at 15905 Sunset, is offering residents a chance to help his/her charity, while exercising. Registration is now open for the Palisades Lutheran 3rd Annual 5K Oktoberfest … Continue reading →

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Sports-Not a Good Night for the Dolphins with a 26-10 Loss

Posted on September 4, 2023 by Sue

“Our timing was off,” Palisades High School Coach Hayden Smith said after the Dolphins 26-10 loss to Granada Hills on August 31, at the Stadium by the Sea. This was the annual Charter Bowl. Palisades led the series 11-4 and … Continue reading →

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Pacific Palisades Resident Peter Smokler Claims National Title in Speed Skating

Posted on August 30, 2023 by Sue

Palisadian Peter Smokler is the current short track speed skating champion in his age group. “Going to nationals with all the elite skaters was exciting,” he said. The Gold Medal winner holds the record for 75+ and although he’s working … Continue reading →

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