Remembering OJ Simpson
No cheering from the press box: veteran sports reporter reflects on the dangers of “godding up those ball players.”
John Zant
Recent Stories
From Sharecroppers to Santa Barbara High Sports Stars
The Thompson family left an indelible mark on the Dons’ history.
National Batting Champ Jeff McNeil has Roots in Goleta and with the Foresters
“I loved playing for Bill Pintard,” said the New York Mets infielder/outfielder.
Camaraderie and Competition Come Together at Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table
The organization has supported student athletes and coaches for more than 50 years.
From Court to Court
George Eskin ends an honorable 30-year run as the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos’ announcer.
Charles Lloyd: A Living Legend Live at the Lobero
Jazz great Charles Lloyd — who has performed more on the Lobero stage than any other single artist — celebrates his 85th birthday as part of the historic theater’s 150th anniversary.
Six Bishop Diego Football Players Sign National Letters of Intent
The Bishop Diego Football team reached the CIF-SS Division 3 semifinals this season.
John Zant’s 2022 in Review
U.S. soccer fans at the Press Room had a brief moment of joy when Haji Wright’s goal cut the Netherlands’ lead to 2-1 in the World Cup round of 16.
Welcome to the World Cup in Santa Barbara
The Press Room and the Arlington Theatre are the places to watch the games.
Jack Trigueiro, SBHS Basketball and Tennis Coach, Dies at 88
As coach, he made the Santa Barbara High Dons a scourge of the courts.