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San Francisco Giants
Starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija of the San Francisco Giants, seen here on April 27, 2016 at AT&T Park in San Francisco, could possibly return to action by the end of August. Placed on the disabled list on July 15 for the third time this season, and the second time due to shoulder inflammation, Samardzija will begin a rehab assignment with the Triple-A Sacramento River Cats on Wednesday, likely requiring two minor league starts before being recalled to the Giants. Caption and photo by Kenny Karst.
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Oakland A's
Designated hitter Khris Davis of the Oakland Athletics, seen here on June 28, 2016 crashing into the centerfield wall on defense at AT&T Park in San Francisco (note ball / lower right), has team-leading totals in home runs (36), including two against Houston on Sunday, and RBIs (98) for the 2018 season. The A's, who most would agree were in a rebuilding year, tied the Houston Astros for the lead in the American League West on Saturday, exceeding the expectations of even the most ardent A's fans for a potential playoff bid. Caption and photo by Kenny Karst.
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Oakland Raiders visit Veterans Home of California in Yountville
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Oakland guard Keleche Osemele posed with military personnel during practice at the Raiders 2018 Training Camp at the Napa Valley Training Complex on Aug. 8.
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Cal Bears -- Receiver Hiroaki Endo
From the Video Room to the Field --
Hiroaki Endo has taken advantage
of his opportunity to be a part of Cal Football. Photo courtesy Cal Athletics
Hiroaki Endo already knew exactly what to expect the first time he stepped on the practice field at Cal. The senior walk-on wide receiver from Tokyo, Japan, may be in his first season on the roster, but it's not his first year with the program.
Endo transferred to Cal from De Anza College in Cupertino last year, hoping to earn a spot on the field. Unfortunately for Endo, there wasn't room on the roster. However, the coaching staff offered him the opportunity to be a part of the program with the football video department. There were no guarantees, though it left the door open that one day he might don the Blue and Gold. Earlier this spring, that day finally came when he was officially added to the roster.
"I was pretty excited," Endo said. "I knew I was going to make it because I had been working so hard to get here. I wasn't so surprised, just ready to go."
Recruiting coordinator Marques Tuiasosopo discovered Endo through a mutual friend, Matt Ware, who trained with Endo. Ware had plenty of positive things to say about Endo, which piqued Tuiasosopo's interest. Tuiasosopo said it's exciting to see Endo on the practice field not only because he's living his dream to play college football, but because he earned it through an unusual path.
"We're looking for guys who want to be here, regardless of if you're on scholarship or not," Tuiasosopo said. "If you're willing to do that, we value that and you're going to be a valued member of this team. It was really cool to see him work hard for the video department, while still staying in shape, so you know there's some investment there, and that's why he's fit right in now."
Hiroaki as a child with his mother, Mami. Photo courtesy Cal Athletics
Endo grew up in Tokyo, playing football in the Land of the Rising Sun throughout his time in high school.
Football is not widely played in Japan, so Endo's love for football started in the United States. Trips to visit his aunt and uncle, Emi and Doug Kullberg, in Boston, instilled Endo's passion for football while watching the New England Patriots with his family.
Endo flew to New York from Japan in 2014 to spend the week at the site of the Super Bowl.
"Hiroaki had shown interest in football from around age 8-10, as I remember, where he could see games on TV in Japan, but when he came to the U.S. to visit us for the first time, it was around the time the Patriots were starting their domination in the NFL and he was happy to see a game live," Doug Kullberg said. "He picked the Patriots as a favorite team probably because his aunt, Emi, and I were rooting for them and he had that connection."
After becoming fully vested in the game of football, Endo sought the opportunity to play in college. Aside from the game, he also wanted to experience a new culture and get out of his comfort zone, so heading to the United States to further his studies and football career went to the top of his to-do list. Endo realized that a four-year university wasn't going to be his best plan of action to start out.
"Community college was the best place for me because I didn't know English too well when I first got here, so that was hard for me to jump into a four-year university like that," he said. "In California, the transfer rate is very high, and De Anza College was one that worked out for me in terms of transferring."
While studying at De Anza and becoming fluent in English, Endo learned about Cal, its culture and the football program. Determined to get his education at Cal, Endo also decided he wanted to be a part of the Golden Bear football program.
After taking Tuiasosopo up on his offer, Endo spent the 2017 season as a student video assistant, which had its own benefits that paid off later.
Endo filmed the wide receivers' drills last season, so nothing was new to him when he first put on the pads. He knew what to expect, which allowed him to hit the ground running once he started practicing.
Head coach Justin Wilcox said Endo has been a pleasant surprise. "It doesn't happen all that often when somebody goes from the video room to the field. Sometimes you see it go the other way. He's done a great job. He has a great attitude. He's a pretty good player. He's got the 'want-to' attitude. I think he appreciates all this, and they appreciate him because of that. It's good for the wide receiver position group and our team."
Wide receivers coach Nick Edwards said he doesn't think most of the players know Endo's story, but they have taken notice of his work ethic. "He has been determined, and you can see it by how quickly he learned the playbook and gets in the right position. I can always put him in, knowing that he knows exactly what to do. My trust level with him is through the roof based off of his intelligence."
His hard work has already proved to be fruitful in training camp. Endo hauled in a touchdown reception during a recent scrimmage. It might have only been a game simulation during practice, but Endo found the end zone in the world of college football.
Hiroaki comes down with a reception during practice. Photo courtesy Cal Athletics
Offensive coordinator Beau Baldwin said the story of Endo's journey is incredible. "Initially you're thinking, 'ok, here's a guy who can take some reps'," Baldwin said. "But you're naturally going to think, can he really give us much? What can he do besides just taking some reps? But he's gone out there and shown us that he's more than just a guy filling a roster spot. He competes in practice and makes some plays. That journey wasn't easy. He cares about it. All the guys love him."
Endo says he's just getting started with achieving his goals. Next up, he wants to play in a game and make the travel squad. "I really appreciate this opportunity. They trust me and they gave me a chance. I don't want to waste this opportunity, not only for myself but the investment they made in me to be a part of this team."
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Stanford Cardinal -- What's new for Football
Spectator guide to '18 football season
STANFORD, Calif.
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As Stanford readies for its season opener against San Diego State on Aug. 31, here are on-and off-field changes to look for as the team looks to defend its Pac-12 North Division title.
On the coaching front, Kevin Carberry (Ohio '05) has joined head coach David Shaw's staff as the offensive line coach. Also new are Bobby Kennedy (Northern Arizona '89), who will oversee wide receivers, and Jim Dray (Stanford '10), a former Cardinal standout tight end, who will serve as an offensive assistant. In addition, former Stanford quarterback Tavita Pritchard ('09), has been promoted to Andrew Luck Director of Offense, and will also work with the quarterbacks.
Uniforms
Cardinal home and away jerseys now feature black borders around the numbers. Two-inch numbers will replace the red circles on the back of helmets. New Numbers
Cornerback Treyjohn Butler has switched from No. 6 to No. 8; wide receiver Osiris St. Brown from No. 81 to No. 9; defensive lineman Dalyn Wade-Perry from No. 50 to No. 24; and cornerback Paulson Adebo from No. 17 to No 11. Notable NCAA Changes * On kickoffs, the receiving team can fair catch behind its 25-yard-line and the ball will be treated like a touchback and placed at the 25. * To help speed up games, the 40-second play clock will start after touchdowns and kicks. * The NCAA redshirt rule has been modified. Players may now participate in any four games throughout the year, without losing a year of eligibility. The previous rule stated that if a player appeared in any game, even for one play, it would count as a year of eligibility. Stadium Enhancements * After the San Jose Earthquakes-Los Angeles Galaxy soccer game on June 30, the Stanford Stadium turf was completely replaced in anticipation of the 2018 season. * New antennas have been installed throughout Stanford Stadium for quicker internet coverage. * The Gate 4 restrooms have been remodeled. * Metal detectors have been added at every gate to ensure a safe and fan-friendly environment. Local Knowledge Gamedays, a 2018 yearbook packed with scouting reports, player profiles, statistics, records, photographs and features, is available in Section 120 at the Bookstore Shop for $10. It can also be purchased at the trailers outside Fan Fest and the tailgating area on Galvez Street, the Stanford Bookstore, the Stanford Mall, and the Athletic Shop. Food Additions Many concession stands will offer new menu items and value combinations. They include acai and grain bowls, pho and laksa, plus fruit-infused spa water (on the main concourse above Section 102); Thai noodle and chicken tarragon salads; house-made turkey and chicken wraps and snack boxes (108); an assortment of beignets, along with cold-brewed coffee, affogato, and kombucha (113); and hand-rolled sushi selections (113). A stadium concessions map and more menu details are available at concessions.stanford.edu. A printed copy can be obtained at any concession location on gameday. Waste Trailers/Recycling Labeled, central waste trailers will be placed throughout the tailgating lots for convenience and easier disposal of compostable items.
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San Jose Earthquakes 1 v. Toronto FC 1
Avaya Stadium grounds crews prep the pitch prior to the start of the match between the San Jose Earthquakes and Toronto FC on Saturday evening, Aug. 18. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with Quake stalwart Chris Wondolowski scoring San Jose's only goal in the 77th minute. Caption and photo by Larry Rosa.
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Over 17,00 fans were on hand to cheer for their favorite team and many held up scarves as the Quakes entered the playing field. Caption and photo by Larry Rosa.
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Quakes substitute Chris Wondolowski, shortly after entering his 317th MLS match, eluded a defender and headed toward the net. Caption and photo by Larry Rosa.
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Wondolowski tied the game at 1-1 against the defending MLS Cup champion Toronto FC. The Quakes forward is now just four goals away from tying Landon Donovan's all-time MLS goals record of 145. (The ball can be seen at the top of the net.) Caption and photo by Larry Rosa.
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Wondolowski (center, facing camera) is mobbed by teammates after scoring his 141st goal and erasing a 0-1 deficit. To view a photo album, visit our Facebook Page and be sure to LIKE us or visit www.ultimatesportsguide.net. The Quakes next meet the Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday, Aug. 25 at Avaya Stadium, beginning at 6:45 p.m. Caption and photo by Larry Rosa.
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San Jose Earthquakes to host Cal v. Sacramento State
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Avaya Stadium will host a Cal vs. Sac State soccer match on Sept. 6
Several Quakes Academy products are likely to feature in match
"We're excited to welcome these two prominent local universities and their student-athletes to Avaya Stadium," said Earthquakes president Tom Fox. "Both Cal and Sacramento State are strong educational institutions with proud soccer traditions and we're happy to offer this match for free to our local community."
The match will feature free parking and admission, but no concession stands or the stadium's large bar will be open. Gates open one hour prior to kickoff.
Cal is led by five-time Pac-12 Coach of the Year Kevin Grimes, a longtime professional player and member of the 1996 San Jose Clash. The Golden Bears have made 18 total NCAA Tournament appearances, including a dozen in Grimes' 18 seasons. The team's NCAA Tournament berth last season was their first since 2014, when Quakes Homegrown defender Nick Lima was a sophomore. Cal's roster includes seven former members of the Quakes Academy, including junior goalkeeper
Drake Callender
, sophomore defender
Christopher 'CJ' Grey
, senior forward
Sam Ebstein
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3BALL USA Tournament
At the start of the three day 3x3 competition in Milpitas on Friday evening, Paris Kyles of the Hungry Huskies (5) drove past Antoinne Morgano of the New Yorkies (20) to score on a lay-up. The New Yorkies would emerge as the winner of the 3BALL USA Tournament on Sunday, taking home a grand prize of $50,000 dollars.
Caption and photo by Darren Yamashita
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Dominique Jones of the New Yorkies was named MVP of the tournament, guiding his team to an unbeaten record along the way. The three day international outdoor basketball festival was held at the Great Mall in Milpitas and composed of 10 of the best 3x3 teams in the world.
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Fury Ultimate v. Eurostars
Women's ultimate national club champion Fury Ultimate of San Francisco took on the Eurostars, a team comprised of top ultimate players from Europe, as part of the 2018 Americus Pro Cup, played at Laney College in Oakland on Saturday, August 18th.
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The Eurostars are traveling the nation to play games against seven of the top club teams in North America. The next challenge for the Eurostars is in Atlanta against the Ozone, followed by stops in Boston, Toronto and Washington D.C. Using a point system based on margin of victory, the team with the most points earned at the end of the tour wins the trophy.
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Sports Prep Star --
Michael Dixon
Berkeley High School-Berkeley -- Baseball -- Senior
Michael Dixon is one of the best power-hitting prospects in the Bay Area. The Berkeley Yellowjackets star proved just that while participating in the prestigious Area Code Baseball Games showcase event in Long Beach from Aug. 6-10. Dixon earned Top Power honors on two separate days based on stat metrics. The Area Code Baseball Games feature eight all-star teams comprised of the top talent from various geographic regions throughout the nation. Dixon, an outfielder who hit .358 with five HR and 22 RBI as a junior last spring, is committed to the University of San Diego.
Photo credit: Berry Evans III
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NorCal Dog Surfing and World Championships
Beach hair, don't care.
The NorCal Dog Surfing and World Championships for dog surfing were held on Saturday, Aug. 4 at Pacifica, where the concept for the sport originated, and brought together dog surfing talents. Dog surfers were invited to bring home the
gold for charity bur hard to say if the above entry finished...
Photo by Rich Yee.
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Multi-Ethic Sports Hall of Fame Trip to Paris
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Founder and president of the Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame, Arif Khatib (left), presented Golden State Warriors' legend and community ambassador Alvin Attles with the Franklin Mieuli Award. The presentation took place at the 18th Annual Induction and Community Award Ceremony at Scott's Seafood Pavilion on Friday evening, Feb. 23. Mieuli was the principal owner of the Golden State Warriors from 1962 to 1986 and Attles has been with the Warriors, in one capacity or another, for 58 years, the longest uninterrupted streak of any person for one team. Photo by Rich Yee.
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MESHOF's Journey to France in search of Black Sports Stars and Black History
By Arif Khatib with
Billy North
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My most recent visit to Paris was in 2009. It was picturesque and enjoyable in activity, but the city did not meet my expectations of gaining insight into the historical context of the African Diaspora and our role in the development of France. When I learned of two cultural tours showcasing the rich legacy of black history between France, Africa, the Caribbean and African Americans, I knew I had to return.
In keeping that promise to myself, I returned to France to gather additional information for our upcoming film documentary, Because They Believed, and to explore the lives of French sports stars who have excelled in our country.
Our group included eleven savvy, lively world travelers. Among them were Billy North, a former Major League Baseball player for the Oakland A's; Phyliss Smith, a retired Oakland police officer; Barbara Bivens, bio tech; Shelley Ross-Bell, a retired San Francisco police officer; Urla Hill, a teacher/curator; Jennifer Gamble, a retired teacher; Sherry Perry Linzie, a retired nurse; Arthur Young, a real estate investor; Zelma Benton, a real estate broker; and Kellie Hickman, an entertainer.
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Left to right: Tour guide Dedie Stevenson-Bailey, Arif Khatib, tour guide Miquel Overton Guerra, Shelley Ross-Bell, Urla Hill, Arthur Young, Zelma Benson, Billy North, Kelli Hickman, Maxine Gordon (who has published a biography of her late husband, Dexter Gordon). Kneeling: tour guide Nawo Crawford |
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We were thrilled when we discovered that Ricki recently partnered with Martin Grizzell in the creation of Black Marseille Tours, showcasing the rich history of the first, oldest, most African-populated city in France. Martin relocated from San Francisco to Marseille, located in the south of France, five years ago. We were eager to participate in this unique opportunity to learn about black history and black sports stars in Paris and Marseille.
We began in Paris. After a seamless check-in at our Left Bank hotel and a nap, we Ubered to Rue de Rivoli to hear the Bay Area's own Napata Mero singing jazz and blues at the elegant Cercle de Suedois Supper Club. What a way to kick off our stay!
Day Two was our Black Paris Walking-Public City Bus Tour with Ricki Stevenson and her daughter, VP of Customer Satisfaction. Following our Black Paris Tour orientation we set off by metro to Place Josephine Baker, where a plaque honors the St. Louis-born entertainer who took Paris by storm at the age of 19 and went on to become the top African American female entertainer in the world, a multi-millionaire business woman and the most photographed woman in the world.
Our next stop was the Arc de Triomphe, where we learned of the exploits of African military leader, Hannibal, and his influence on Napoleon Bonaparte. A short bus ride took us to the place of the Three Dumas. There we were struck by a massive monument dedicated to the history of Haitian-born Thomas-Alexandre Davy, the first black four-star general to lead French forces in Napoleon's Army. The journey did not end there.
Across the street we came face-to-face with the statue of the General's son, Alexandre Dumas, the most proliferate writer in French history and author of The Three Musketeers; Man in the Iron Mask; The Count of Monte Cristo; and at least 250 other novels! We crossed another intersection to see the statue built to honor Alexandre Dumas III, the son of the author and grandson of the General, who became an award-winning dramatist and playwright.
We were blown away hearing Ricki tell of all the famous personages who have visited these monuments, from Frederick Douglass to Ida B. Wells, to James Weldon Johnson and Paul Robeson. We were honored to have been a visitor among them. I won't take you to every stop on our full day-walking tour but before departure, I will advise you to stay for a late lunch in Little Africa! THAT was one of the best, most delicious and soul fortifying meals we enjoyed during our Paris stay. After lunch we strolled the bustling, colorful outdoor market in Little Africa, which felt like a wonderful trip to the African cities of Accra, Abidjan and Lagos.
On Martin Grizzell's website, www.blackmarseille.tours, Grizzell promises that Marseille would leave a lasting impression, and it did by way of the exhilarating Le Mistral-Marseille In A Day Tour! The ancient city welcomed us with a uniquely Mediterranean flavor from the time we strolled onto the train station esplanade. The Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral sat towering in the distance atop the city's highest hill as Martin explained the role of Marseille as the pre-eminent crossroad and port of the old world. As we descended upon the grand station's grand staircase we came face to face with Louis Botinelly's iconic statue, Colonies d'Afrique, a beatific stone rendering of the riches of Africa and one of many positive depictions of the Motherland and her people. We lunched at the oldest seafood establishment in town before walking over 2600-year-old streets and narrow lanes and visiting the Grand Hotel Beauvau, a favorite abode of Josephine Baker. Grizzell brought Claude McKay's 1920s novel
Banjo
into full animation as we strolled through the Le Panier, Marseille's oldest neighborhood.
To top the day off, we boarded the land train to the top of the town. The cathedral, with the golden lady as its spire, afforded sweeping views of the city and the hills that big, bad, African Hannibal and his elephants marched through during the Roman Era. As promised, Martin delivered us back to the Gare Saint Charles train station in time to catch our northbound train, which was first class all the way!
Considering the nature of MESHOF's mission and work in the community and honoring the rich history of people of multi-ethnic backgrounds who have made major contributions to sports, we would be remiss not to mention some of the great athletes from France, led by the NBA's standout guard, Tony Parker, now with the Charlotte Hornets, and Rudy Gobert, with the Utah Jazz. Others include
Laura Flessel-Colovic, who is the French Minister of Sports and a French fencer. She has won more medals of any French female Olympian, with five.
Christine Arron is a former track and field sprinter who competed internationally for France in the 60, 100, 200 meters and 4x100 meter relay.
Blacks have participated in the highest levels of sports, including world championships and the Olympics. The achievements of these athletes demonstrated time and time again that if given an opportunity they, will excel. It was a grand pleasure to include them in this article!
Arif Khatib is the Founder and President Emeritus of the Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame.
Billy North is a former major league baseball player and spent six years with the Oakland A's and three years with the San Francisco Giants.
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WEEKLY SPORTS CALENDAR
Monday, August 20 through Sunday, August 26, 2018
Monday, August 20
San Francisco Giants @ New York Mets, 4:10 p.m.
Oakland A's v. Texas Rangers, 7:05 p.m.
San Francisco Giants @ New York Mets, 4:10 p.m.
Oakland A's v. Texas Rangers, 7:05 p.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Visalia Rawhide, 7 p.m.
Stockton Ports v. Modesto Nuts, 7:10 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Round Rock Express, 5:05 p.m.
Napa Silverados v. Martinez Clippers, 6 p.m.
Pittsburg Diamonds v. Sonoma Stompers, 6 p.m.
Vallejo Admirals v. San Rafael Pacifics, 6:35 p.m.
Wednesday, August 22
San Francisco Giants @ New York Mets, 4:10 p.m.
Oakland A's v. Texas Rangers, 12:35 p.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Visalia Rawhide, 7 p.m.
Stockton Ports v. Modesto Nuts, 7:10 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Round Rock Express, 5:05 p.m.
Napa Silverados v. Martinez Clippers, 6 p.m.
Pittsburg Diamonds v. Sonoma Stompers, 6 p.m.
Vallejo Admirals v. San Rafael Pacifics, 6:35 p.m.
Thursday, August 23
San Francisco Giants @ New York Mets, 10:10 a.m.
Oakland A's @ Minnesota Twins, 5:10 p.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Visalia Rawhide, 7 p.m.
Stockton Ports v. Modesto Nuts, 7:10 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Round Rock Express, 5:05 p.m.
Martinez Clippers v. San Rafael Pacifics, 6:30 p.m.
Napa Silverados v. Pittsburg Diamonds, 6 p.m.
Sonoma Stompers v. Vallejo Admirals, 6:05 p.m.
Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion, WeatherTech
Raceway Laguna Seca
Friday, August 24
Oakland Raiders v. Green Bay Packers, 7:30 p.m.
San Francisco Giants v. Texas Rangers, 7:15 p.m.
Oakland A's @ Minnesota Twins, 5:10 p.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Las Vegas 51s, 7:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Modesto Nuts, 7:05 p.m.
Stockton Ports @ Visalia Rawhide, 7 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Memphis Redbirds, 5:05 p.m.
Martinez Clippers v. San Rafael Pacifics, 6:30 p.m.
Napa Silverados v. Pittsburg Diamonds, 6 p.m.
Sonoma Stompers v. Vallejo Admirals, 6:05 p.m.
Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion, WeatherTech
Raceway Laguna Seca
San Francisco 49ers @ Indianapolis Colts, 1:30 p.m.
San Francisco Giants v. Texas Rangers, 1:05 p.m.
Oakland A's @ Minnesota Twins, 4:10 p.m.
San Jose Earthquakes v. Vancouver Whitecaps FC,
6:45 p.m.
Sacramento Republic FC @ Reno 1868 FC, 7:30 p.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Las Vegas 51s, 7:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Modesto Nuts, 7:05 p.m.
Stockton Ports @ Visalia Rawhide, 7 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Memphis Redbirds, 4:35 p.m.
Martinez Clippers v. Pittsburg Diamonds, 6:30 p.m.
San Rafael Pacifics v. Sonoma Stompers, 5:05 p.m.
Vallejo Admirals v. Napa Silverados, 5:05 p.m.
Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion, WeatherTech
Raceway Laguna Seca
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San Francisco Giants v. Texas Rangers, 1:05 p.m.
Oakland A's @ Minnesota Twins, 11:10 a.m.
Sacramento River Cats v. Las Vegas 51s, 1:05 p.m.
San Jose Giants @ Modesto Nuts, 6:05 p.m.
Stockton Ports @ Visalia Rawhide, 6 p.m.
Nashville Sounds @ Memphis Redbirds, 12:05 p.m.
San Rafael Pacifics v. Napa Silverados, 1:05 p.m.
Sonoma Stompers v. Pittsburg Diamonds, 1:05 p.m.
Vallejo Admirals v. Martinez Clippers, 1 p.m.
Rolex Monterey Motorsport Reunion, WeatherTech
Raceway Laguna Seca
Minor League Team Affiliations
San Jose Barracuda (San Jose Sharks) -- AHL
American Hockey League
Stockton Heat (Calgary Flames) -- AHL
American Hockey League
Minor League Team Affiliations
(Baseball)
Nashville Sounds (Oakland A's) -- AAA,
Pacific Coast League
Sacramento River Cats (San Francisco Giants) --
AAA, Pacific Coast Leag
ues
San Jose Giants (San Francisco Giants) -- Class A
Advanced Affiliate, California League
Stockton Ports (Oakland A's) -- Class A
Advanced Affiliate, California League
Legend
(BB): Basketball;
(M): Men;
(W): Women
Media
Cal BB (M): KGO 810 AM
Cal BB (W): Pac-12 Network
Cal football: KGO 810 AM
Fresno Grizzlies: KYNO 1430 AM
Fresno State football: 940 AM ESPN Radio
Golden State Warriors: 95.7 FM The Game
Oakland A's: 95.7 FM The Game
Oakland Raiders: 95.7 FM The Game
Sacramento Kings: KHTK 1140 AM
Sacramento River Cats: Talk 650 AM KSTE
San Francisco 49ers: KNBR 680/1050 AM, KGO
810 AM, KSAN 107.7 The Bone FM
San Francisco Giants: KNBR 680 AM
San Jose Barracuda: KDOW 1220 AM
San Jose Earthquakes: KNBR 1050 AM,
1370 KZSF AM (Spanish)
San Jose Giants: MiLB Gameday Audio
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Below are advertisers who have participated in the Ultimate Sports Guide.
3mdesign.com
4DVI.com
Abbey Tavern
Active Sports Clubs
Adamo Golf
Advanced Spinal Care
Airport Area Business
Association (AABA)
Alameda
Advertising
and Recognition
The American Bull Bar
Artichoke Joe's
Bay 101 Casino
Bay Area Spine Care
Black Oak Casino
The Blue Light
Britannia Arms,
Almaden
Britannia Arms,
Downtown
Britannia Arms,
De Anza
Bus Stop
Caledonian Games
California Grand Casino
Cameron's Restaurant
Pub & Inn
Capers Eat & Drink
The Chieftain
Churchward Pub
The Club House Bistro
Dr. Michelle Cleere
Courtyard by Marriott,
Emeryville
Crogan's Montclair
Cue & Brew
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Danny Coyle's
Dave's
Dr. Alex DeVigal, D.D.S.
Diamond Sports Bar &
Grill
East
Bay
Computer
Services
Eco Framing
Ed Jay Photography
Ed's Mudville Grill
El Pollo
Empowerlif
The Englander Sports
Pub & Restaurant
EON Technologies
Evie's
Gerard A. Falzone,
Attorney at Law
FamFest 2015
Farrington's
Fast Signs
First Choice
Francesco's
Franks Saloon & Sports
Bar
Freeman Insurance
Services
Funky Monkey
George & Walt's
Grand Oaks Sports
Lounge
Go Sports Bar
Harry Hartman Insurance Services
Half Moon Bay Brewing
Company
Half Moon Bay RV Park
& Campground
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Henry's Sports Bar/
Hotel Durant
Il Pirata
Imstandinghere.com
Jake's Steaks
Jillians San Francisco
Juan's Place
Keller Williams -- Harvey
& Pat Cohen
The Kezar Pub
Kingfish Pub & Cafe
KNBR 680 AM
KGO 810 AM
Knuckles Historical
Sports Bar
Koehler Auto Body
Linguini's Pizza & Brew
Livermore Casino Sports
Bar
Mad Dog in the Fog
Metropolitan Golf Links
McCovey's Restaurant
Minami Sushi
Mr. Plastic
Mucky Duck
Nickies Bar & Grill
Oakland
Moose Lodge
#324
Oakland
Raiders Booster Club
Oaks Card Club
Oaks Corner
One Double Oh Seven
Club
Orozco's Tires
Otaez Mexican
Restaurant & Campground
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Pacific
Coast
Brewing
Company
Party Green
Pasta Pelican Waterfront Restaurant
Patriot House
Pete's 881 Card Room *
Restaurant
Pete's Place
Players Sports Pub &
Grill, Fair Oaks
Rames Consulting
Rancho Sports Bar
Recology
Ricky's Sports Theatre &
Grill
Rinetti & Co.
Russell Doi, Reverse
Mortgage Consultant
Ruth Stroup Insurance
Agency
San Mateo
Jockey Club
Siegel & Yee
Sports Edition Bar
Stadium Pub
Stars
Recreation
Center
State Farm, Agent Sharon
H. Woo, Berkeley
Sundance The
Steakhouse
Tierney's Sports Bar
Toyota
Material
Handling
Visit Oakland
Waterfront Hotel
Wild Planet Foods
WPLJ's
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Sports bars we recommend visiting or living in
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San Francisco
Abbey Tavern, 4100 Geary Street
The Blue Light, 1979 Union Street
Bus Stop, 1901 Union Street
The Chieftain, 198 5th Street
Danny Coyle's, 668 Haight Street
Dave's, 29 Third Street @ Kearny
Final Final, 2990 Baker @ Lombard
The Holding Company, #2 Embarcadro Center
Il Pirata, 2007 16th Street
Jake's Steaks, 3301 Buchanan Street
Jullian's, 101 4th Street
The Kezar Pub, 770 Stanyan Street
Mad Dog in the Fog, 530 Haight Street
Mucky Duck, 1315 9th Avenue
Nickie's Bar, 466 Haight Street
Players Sports Grill, Pier 39, Buildings L & M
Polo Grounds, 747 3rd Street
East Bay
44 Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, 3290 Adeline Avenue, Berkeley
Alameda Island Brewing Company, 1716 Park Street, Alameda
Brennan's Restaurant, 4th & University, Berkeley
Churchward Pub, 1515 Park Street, Alameda
The Cooler, 1517 East 14th Street, San Leandro
Crogan's Montclair, 6101 La Salle Avenue, Oakland
Cue & Brew, 1029 Arnold Drive, #6, Martinez
Dan's Irish Sports Bar, 1524 Civic Street, Walnut Creek
Diamonds Sports Bar & Grill, 77 Hegenberger, Oakland
Ed's Mudville Grill, 6200 Center Street, Clayton
The Englander Sports Pub, 101 Parrott Street, San Leandro
Evie's, 7138 Village Parkway, Dublin
Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch Street, Alameda
Fort Green, 736 Washington Street, Oakland
Francesco's Restaurant, 8520 Pardee Drive, Oakland
Frank's Saloon, 2014 Marina Blvd., San Leandro
Funky Monkey, 22554 Main Street, Hayward
George & Walt's, 5445 College Avenue, Oakland
Grand Oaks Restaurant, 3701 Grand Avenue, Oakland
Go Sports Bar, 736 Washington Street, Oakland
Henry's Sports Bar & GastroPub / Hotel Durant, Berkeley
Ivy Room, 860 San Pablo Avenue, Albany
Kingfish, 5227 Claremont, Oakland
Linguini's Pizza & Brew, 1508 Park Street, Alameda
Livermore Casino Sports Bar, 3571 First Street, Livermore
Mr. Lucky's Bar & Grill, 1527 Locust Street. Walnut Creek
Oakland Moose Club, 690 Hegenberger Road
Oaks Corner, 4099 San Pablo, Emeryville
Otaez Mexican Restaurant, 1619 Webster Street, Alameda
Pasta Pelican, 2455 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda
Pete's Place, 610A San Pablo Avenue, Pinole
Rancho Sports Bar, 3912 San Pablo Dam Road, El Sobrante
Ricky's Sports Grill, 15028 Hesperian Blvd., San Leandro
Sports Edition Bar, Hilton Oakland Airport, Oakland
Stadium Pub, 1420 Lincoln Avenue, Walnut Creek
Tierney's Sports Bar, 540 San Pablo Avenue, Albany
WPLJ's Dance Club, 2112 North Main Street, Walnut Creek
Brisbane
7 Mile House, 2800 Bayshore Blvd.
Burlingame
The American Bull Bar & Grill, 1819 El Camino Real
Knuckles Historical Sports Bar, Hyatt Regency, Burlingame
Campbell
Capers Eat & Drink, 1710 West Campbell
Fair Oaks
Players Sports Pub, 4060 Sunrise Blvd.
Half Moon Bay
Cameron's Restaurant Pub & Inn, 1410 South Cabrillo Hwy
Half Moon Bay Brewing Co., 390 Capistrano Road
Foster City
The Club House Bistro, 1221 Chess Drive
Palo Alto
Sundance The Steakhouse, 1921 El Camino Real
Point Richmond
Up & Under, 2 West Richmond Avenue
San Jose
Bay 101 Casino,
1788 North First Street
Britannia Arms, 5027 Almaden Expressway
Britannia Arms, 173 West Santa Clara
Britannia Arms, 1087 De Anza Blvd.
San Rafael
Pete's 881, 721 Lincoln Avenue
Santa Cruz
One Double Oh Seven Club, 1007 Soquel Avenue
Vacaville
Stars Recreation Center, 155 Browns Valley Parkway
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