L.A. Times - Sports

Referee Iván Barton recalls how he was assigned to officiate a World Cup semifinal between France and Spain and his view of changes that have shaped modern refereeing.

Someday, you might be able to ride a bike from the western San Fernando Valley to Long Beach along the Los Angeles River. But an eight-mile gap downtown with a ballooning price tag remains.

The Sparks rally back from a 19-point deficit to make it one-point game late in the fourth quarter, but they can't match Golden State in the final minute of an 84-78 loss.

Dodgers starter Justin Wrobleski remains in a rut, giving up four runs in 3⅓ innings, as the Dodgers fall to Arizona 4-2 for their eighth loss in nine games.

The Lions went undefeated in 2025, but former champion Orange Lutheran and Sierra Canyon, with talented transfers, will be among formidable challengers.

The Apple TV series "Ted Lasso" is supposed to primarily be a wide-appealing comedy, yet its role in popularizing soccer in the U.S. can't be dismissed.

Rookie Brenen Thompson has impressed coaches and teammates so far with his raw speed. He could play a prominent role in Mike McDaniel's new offensive scheme.

Tim Tanner is standout quarterback, shooting guard and wants to pitch in the spring for the Spartans.

The Japanese travel agency JTB, which sells tour packages to Japanese fans eager to see the Dodgers in person, launched a shuttle service to Dodger Stadium, with a bilingual guide.

After suffering his fifth loss in the NFC championship game last January, veteran wide receiver Davante Adams is locked-in on helping the Rams reach the Super Bowl.

Former TCU head coach Gary Patterson is putting his decades of coaching experience to the test as he spearheads USC's efforts to revive its defense.

Gardena native and dual-sport talent Rodrick Pleasant leaned heavily on role models. Now the UCLA senior is showing his gratitude by helping others.

Despite Edwin Díaz giving up back-to-back triples in the ninth to force extra innings, the Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 in 10 innings.

Former Dons, including longtime football coach Paul Knox and former major leaguer Don Buford, take part in the inaugural event.