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90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

Jul 14, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9.

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Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team

Cordova Cordettes Make a Splash with Annual Aqua Show

Jul 13, 2026 01:21PM ● By Chloe Smith, Cordova Cordettes head coach

The Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team hosted their annual Aqua Show at Cordova Community Pool over the past weekend.

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The Boy Who Carried Two Languages

Jul 13, 2026 01:12PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Sometimes you meet someone who quietly rearranges your perspective.

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Mefford Makes the Hall of Fame

Jul 13, 2026 12:55PM ● By James Darnell

As a young child, Scott Mefford was afraid of the water. He can recall being scared during swimming lessons as a youngster, not wanting to get into the pool. He never would’ve imagined that swimming would become such a big part of his life.

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Track and Field Joins MPSF For Indoor Season

Jul 13, 2026 11:24AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sacramento State will be one of seven schools joining the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) for indoor track and field beginning in 2026-27 season.

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Emmy Ersdala Competes for Sweden at FIBA U20 Women’s EuroBasket

Jul 13, 2026 11:13AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis women's basketball rising sophomore Emmy Ersdala has been named to Team Sweden's roster for the 2026 FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket, the Swedish Basketball Federation announced.

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Six Hornets Named to Preseason All-MAC Team

Jul 13, 2026 11:06AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

With just over seven weeks remaining before the opening game of the 2026 season, five members of the Sacramento State football team were named to the Athlon Sports Preseason All-MAC team.

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Match Recap: Republic FC 2 – 1 Rhode Island FC

Jul 13, 2026 10:51AM ● By Republic FC Sports News Release

Republic FC pick up three points at home in the club’s lone July home match. Goals from Kyle Edwards and Meyele Malango were enough to deliver the win against Eastern Conference side Rhode Island FC.

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Nicole Tanoue Wins the 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship

Jul 08, 2026 09:29AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship was held June 27-28 at Bing Maloney Golf Course, drawing top amateur women golfers from across the region.

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Meehan To Be Posthumously Inducted into Hall of Fame

Jul 07, 2026 12:31PM ● By James Darnell

Youth sports in the city of Rancho Cordova meant the world to Bill Meehan.

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Sacramento County Mixed Team Championship Crowns 2026 Winners

Jul 06, 2026 03:59PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2026 Sacramento County Mixed Team Championship was held Sunday, June 21 at Mather Golf Course under sunny skies and ideal playing conditions.

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Women’s Basketball Welcomes Erica Adams to Coaching Staff

Jul 06, 2026 02:10PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

As UC Davis women's basketball prepares for its transition to the Mountain West Conference, head coach Jennifer Gross has strengthened her staff with the hiring of former Division I student-athlete Erica Adams as an assistant coach.

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Republic FC Winger Pierre Reedy Announces Retirement

Jul 06, 2026 02:05PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC announced on June 29 that midfielder Pierre Reedy has elected to retire from professional soccer.

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What Does It Feel Like to Be Coached by You?

Jun 30, 2026 12:18PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

This weekend, our new Cordova High Boys Basketball program stepped into a tournament well above its current level.

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Local Swimmer to Be Inducted into Hall of Fame

Jun 30, 2026 11:57AM ● By James Darnell

When Elizabeth Cocker Escobar began swimming at the age of seven, she never thought the sport would take her on the journey that it has.

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1978-79 Lancers Basketball Team to Be Honored

Jun 23, 2026 09:48AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers 1978-79 boys varsity basketball team is held in high regard as one of the most talented groups in school history.

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The Most Patriotic Mile in Rancho Cordova

Jun 23, 2026 08:30AM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Before the BBQ. Before the fireworks. Before the lawn chairs line the parade route. Before America celebrates its independence, Rancho Cordova gathers for a mile.

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Jacob Giribaldi and Peyton Chan Win the 58th County Junior Championship

Jun 22, 2026 12:59PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 58th Sacramento County Junior Championship was held June 15-16 at Mather Golf Course.

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UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe Announces Retirement

Jun 22, 2026 12:22PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

After 12 seasons leading the UC Davis softball program and almost three decades in collegiate coaching, UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe has announced her retirement from coaching.

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Sacramento State Men’s Soccer Announces New Schedule for New-Look 2026

Jun 22, 2026 11:50AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The Sacramento State men’s soccer program announced a 17-match regular season slate for the upcoming 2026 season, which features a unique partnership for the second half of the schedule once Big West Conference play begins.

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The Last Safe Field

Jun 15, 2026 02:12PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

With the World Cup being played across North America, including matches in American cities, an old question has resurfaced.

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Former Cordova Lancers Running Back Lamon Muldrow

Muldrow Continues to Make His Mark

Jun 15, 2026 12:57PM ● By James Darnell

Former Cordova Lancers’ running back and Cordova High School Class of 2007 graduate Lamon Muldrow is no stranger to making a difference.

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Carter to Receive Hall of Fame Recognition

Jun 15, 2026 12:29PM ● By James Darnell

This September, the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame will be hosting its 11th annual induction ceremony where it will recognize a select few whose athletic excellence has earned them a spot in the history books.

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Holly Ensoll Joins Women’s Basketball Program Ahead of 2026-27 Season

Jun 15, 2026 11:16AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis women’s basketball has added frontcourt depth with the signing of England native Holly Ensoll ahead of the 2026–27 season, Aggies head coach Jennifer Gross announced June 9.

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Breault Named ITA Northwest Region Coach of the Year

Jun 15, 2026 11:04AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The postseason honors continue to roll in for the Sacramento State women’s tennis program as fifth-year head coach Sophie Breault was named the Northwest Region Coach of the Year by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) on June 9.

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Versatile Defender Michel Benitez Signs Multi-Year Extension with Republic FC

Jun 15, 2026 09:40AM ● By Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced June 11, the club has signed defender Michel Benitez to a multi-year contract extension. Per club policy, the full terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

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2026 Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Jun 08, 2026 03:27PM ● By Rancho Cordova Athletic Association News Release

A distinguished Cordova High School varsity basketball team accompanied by three exceptional football players, two All-American swimmers, a respected coach, a Negro League baseball standout and a legendary soccer star will be inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall.

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I Play Where I Live

Jun 08, 2026 03:16PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Several years ago, I was asked a question on a podcast: “How will you know if you’ve succeeded?” I didn’t talk about championships. I didn’t talk about trophies. I didn’t talk about participation numbers. Instead, I gave a simple answer:

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Jordan Fisher Rated Nation’s 8th Best Returning Running Back by Hero Sports

Jun 08, 2026 11:12AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Hero Sports has placed UC Davis football senior running back Jordan Fisher among the country’s best backs, rating the Aggie tailback as the eighth-best returning running back in the Football Championship Subdivision as part of their 2026 FCS previews.

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Women’s Tennis Adds Reigning Horizon League Player of The Year For 2026-27

Jun 08, 2026 11:03AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Belgium’s Nel Van Hout, the reigning Horizon League Player of the Year, has announced that she will continue her academic and athletic career with the Sacramento State women’s tennis program, Head Coach Sophie Breault announced June 2.

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Republic FC Unveils Plans to Celebrate the World’s Game This Summer

Jun 08, 2026 10:42AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America this summer, and Sacramento Republic FC is making sure the region has a front-row seat. From a free Downtown kick-off party to a two-day street festival in the heart of the city, the Indomitable Club is going all-in to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event right here in the Capital City.

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Sacramento Launches Campaign for MLB Expansion Team

Jun 02, 2026 10:34AM ● By The Sacramento Pitch News Release

California capital unveils The Sacramento Pitch, backed by a fully entitled 50-acre stadium site and nearly $2 billion in public-private commitments

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Aquatic Center Hosts Rowing Champs

Jun 02, 2026 10:14AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Lake Natoma’s normally placid waters last weekend echoed with cheers and college chants during the Intercollegiate Rowing Association’s National Championship Regatta.

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Cordova Hires Nakagawa to Lead Lancers Basketball

Jun 02, 2026 09:47AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers have found the next head coach of their varsity boys basketball program.

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Mayer Makes It Two in a Row

Jun 02, 2026 09:35AM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ sophomore standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2026 All-Metro League team for the second year in a row, coming off a superb season as the No. 1 singles player in the Lancers’ lineup. But that shouldn’t come as a surprise.

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