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Padres Rally Back To Beat Giants In Extra Innings

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10 years ago

June 24, 2015

San Francisco, CA – The Padres tied the game in the eighth and took advantage of the Giants bullpen in extra innings. Alexi Amarista’s RBI single in the eleventh gave San Diego their first lead of the night. That was all they needed to erase a spectacular performance from Madison Bumgarner.

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The Padres 3-2 win over San Francisco was not the start they wanted to kick off the homestand. Bumgarner retired the first 14 batters he faced and recorded a career-high 14 strikeouts. But yielded a two-run double to Will Venable to tie the game 2-2. He out pitched his opponent Odrisamer Despaigne who tossed only five innings.

“That’s the way the game is,” Bumgarner said. “It’s funny sometimes. It’s not ideal for us. Obviously we’d like to be winning games, but we’ve just got to keep going out there and grinding.”

Bumgarner looked sharp on the mound, and after tossing five innings, striking out ten and retiring the first fourteen batters he’s faced. Brandon Crawford made a diving catch in the fifth to save Bumgarner’s no hit bid but Justin Maxwell watched two bloop singles drop in front of him to put two on. While Clint Barnes was batting, Yonder Alonso was caught stealing home to end the threat.

Matt Duffy led off the fifth with a double, advanced to third on Bumgarner’s ground out and scored on Blanco’s bunt single that left Despaigne confused after sliding for the ball unable to throw. Joe Panik followed with a RBI double making it a 2-0 game. Bumgarner surpassed his career-high with 14 strikeouts.

“We got a break there with that little dribbler that the pitcher couldn’t handle,” said Giants manager Bruce Bochy. “We got two runs out of that, but we’ve got to find a way to get this offense clicking.”

By the eighth, San Diego tied the game with a two-run double from Venable and that was the end for Bumgarner. In the same inning the Padres interim manager Pat Murphy was ejected along with Kemp. Alonso led off the frame with a walk, Will Middlebrows hit a double on a fly ball to right field.

Barnes was called out on a check swing and Murphy tried to argue the call and received his first ejection after being on the job just one week. He was ejected by home plate umpire Fieldin Culbreth while Kemp kept jawing off at the mouth and got tossed to by first base umpire Manny Gonzalez.

“This is a really big win for us,” Middlebrooks said. “Bumgarner was nasty tonight, he was on. Just grind it out at-bats and find a way to get some baserunners and give ourselves a chance.”

San Francisco got a huge break when Cory Spangenberg reached first on a fielder’s choice and Veneable was out at second. The Padres challenged the call that Venable was safe and the call was overturned. Sergio Romo replaced Javier Lopez and struck out Derek Norris to end the inning.

But Norris double off Giants reliever Hunter Strickland in the eleventh, followed by Justin Upton’s single before Amarista drove in Norris when he singled off the glove of Strickland making it a 3-2 game. San Diego’s reliever Craig Kimbrel struck out Brandon Belt before walking Crawford. He then struck out the next two batters despite Crawford stealing second trying to give the Giants a chance to get back in this game.

“Hard fought game, it’s a tough one to lose,” said Bochy. “Bum threw so well, but we just couldn’t add on.”

Notes – Although he seemed pretty confident he would play tonight, outfielder and leadoff man Nori Aoki was placed on the DL with a broken leg. Aoki suffered the injury over the weekend in Los Angeles when the team played the Dodgers. Starting pitcher Carlos Frias hit him with a pitch in the ankle in the first inning.

“It’s a blow for us, Bochy said. “You hate to see it happen to him.”

Aoki was confident he’d play but was a late scratch after he felt more pain during batting practice. He then had an X-ray that revealed a fracture not seen on the original test. It’s going to be tough replacing Aoki but the Giants have battled through injuries before and always come out on top in the end.

“I was definitely surprised,” Aoki said through an interpreter. “ I came here ready to play. It was really weird that it got really worse at that point.”

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Seth Curry Makes Impressive Debut with the Golden State Warriors

Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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2 weeks ago

December 4, 2025

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.

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WNBA’s Golden State Valkyries Kick Off Season with Community Programs in Oakland

“The Golden State Valkyries are more than a team—they’re a movement,” said Oakland Interim-Mayor Kevin Jenkins. “Their touchdown in Oakland marks a new era of opportunity, inspiration, and equity in sports. This partnership reflects our city’s deep commitment to uplifting women, investing in youth, and building a community where every dream has a place to grow. We’re proud to welcome the Valkyries to The Town.”

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7 months ago

May 18, 2025

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The Valkyries came to Oakland City Hall with a “Hoopbus.” Present were (from left to right): City Councilmembers Noel Gallo, Rebecca Kaplan, Zac Unger and Rowena Brown; Oakland Mayor-elect Barbara Lee, Valkyries President Jess Smith, a Valkyries team representative and Deputy Mayor LaNiece Jones. Photo courtesy Rebecca Kaplan’s office.

Team installs new nets at playgrounds, holds flag-raisings at City Halls in Oakland and S.F.

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The Golden State Valkyries brought the excitement of their inaugural season to every corner of the Bay Area with a full slate of community celebrations leading up to their historic home-opener against the Los Angeles Sparks at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Friday.

The week featured flag-raising ceremonies at city halls in Oakland and San Francisco, three “Violet Net” installation days at Oakland parks to encourage basketball play, fun “Hoopbus” takeovers at multiple schools presented by Kaiser Permanente, and player appearances.

In total, 90 violet nets were installed on 45 basketball courts across 34 public parks throughout Oakland this week. A list of the parks receiving violet nets can be found at Valkyries.com.

About the Golden State Valkyries

The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA affiliate of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, were announced as the 13th WNBA franchise on Oct. 5, 2023. According to Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike.

This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. Tipping off during the 2025 WNBA season, the team is headquartered in Oakland and will play home games at Chase Center in San Francisco. For Golden State Valkyries’ assets, including team logos, visit valkyries.com.

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McClymonds High Names School Gym for Star Graduate, Basketball Legend Bill Russell

William “Bill” Felton Russell was born on Feb. 12, 1934, and died on July 31, 2022. He achieved fame as a U.S. professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969. He was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that won 11 NBA championships during his 13-year career.

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10 months ago

February 18, 2025

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Bill Russell and Brian McGhee in McClymonds High School Gym, 2011. Photo courtesy of Brian McGhee.

By Ken Epstein

West Oakland’s McClymonds High School, “the School of Champions,” this week named the school’s gymnasium in honor of one of its most famous graduates, basketball legend Bill Russell (class of ’52).

Russell is widely known as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. In 2011, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country’s highest civil honor, from President Barack Obama for Russell’s contributions to basketball and the Civil Rights Movement.

The McClymonds’ naming ceremony was held on Wednesday, the same day as Russell’s birthday. Oakland leader Bill Patterson, a longtime friend of Russell’s, was scheduled to cut the ribbon at the reopening of the gym, which had been closed for several months for renovation. Russell’s daughter Karen was scheduled to attend the ribbon cutting.

Russell’s name and signature are now printed on the gymnasium floor.

Patterson was working at DeFremery Park when he met Russell. “I befriended him as a boy and during his years at University of San Francisco” said Patterson. “We stayed friends for the rest of his life.”

Said McClymonds Principal Darielle Davis, herself a McClymonds graduate, “We are excited to honor Bill Russell for his sports accolades and because he broke color barriers. He is part of our legacy, and legacy is really important at McClymonds.”

Brian McGhee, community schools manager at McClymonds and former football player at UC Berkeley, said that Russell meant a lot to him and others at the school. “He was a beacon of light and hope for West Oakland,” he said. “He did a lot for sports and for civil rights.”

Starting in 2018, Ben “Coach” Tapscott worked with Patterson and other McClymonds grads, community members, and former coaches to encourage the Oakland Board of Education to endorse the naming of the school gym, which finally happened recently.

“We worked hard to make this happen,” said Tapscott. “He’s an important part of McClymond’s history, along with a lot of other famous graduates,” he said.