John Zant, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Sports By John Zant | Mon Aug 15, 2022 | 2:48pm

Santa Barbara Basketball Court of Champions Will Welcome 16 New Members

The Saturday ceremony at the Goleta Boys & Girls Club will be open to the public.

Sports By John Zant | Wed Aug 10, 2022 | 9:38am

Plus, remembering Santa Barbara sports legends, living and lost.

Community By John Zant | Mon Jul 25, 2022 | 12:32pm

The “gentle giant” was remembered as “always laughing, always upbeat.”

Sports By John Zant | Thu Jul 14, 2022 | 8:00am

Peter Moore, business executive and former CEO of Liverpool Football Club, sees big potential for new League One team.

Sports By John Zant | Tue May 24, 2022 | 6:25am

The popular Santa Barbara pub is spared from demolition.

Sports By John Zant | Thu May 12, 2022 | 8:11am

The Dos Pueblos High volleyball star remembers her late sister during an April ceremony.

Sports By John Zant | Tue Apr 26, 2022 | 12:02pm

The Grunion won their first title since 2006.

Sports By John Zant | Tue Mar 15, 2022 | 3:04pm

A report on the postseason dreams and nightmares for Westmont and UCSB.

Cover Story By John Zant | Wed Feb 09, 2022 | 8:32pm

The Brazilian athlete is unofficially representing Santa Barbara.

Sports By John Zant | Mon Jan 24, 2022 | 9:39am

He made his mark coaching football at Carpinteria and Lompoc high schools.