THE NEXT LEVEL Santa Barbara athletes are all over the place. So many that it's hard to keep up with. This is a place to keep tabs on our local athletes that have gone on to play at a higher level outside of the community.Each week PresidioSports.com publishes running updates, news, and notes following our locally connected athletes making waves elsewhere.Check back here routinely to find out who's doing what. If you have a news tip, feel free to email us at … [Read more...]
Former Dons star Nelson making an impact at Oregon State
Wednesday, January 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Roberto Nelson is back on the basketball court, making things happen for the Oregon State Beavers.It’s been nearly 1 1/2 years since Nelson laced up his sneakers and played in front of a roaring crowd. And from the looks of things, the former Santa Barbara High star is quickly regaining his form — adroitly driving around defenders and making acrobatic shots inside or drawing fouls, pulling up to hit jump shots, swishing long-range 3-pointers and finding open teammates for good … [Read more...]
July 30- August 5
Friday, July 31, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Todd Rogers and Phil Dalhausser take home $600,000 for winning second straight FIVB tournament in Europe, READ MORERoberto Nelson in on Sports Illustrated story on college recruiting, READ MORESBWPC girls teams compete in Palo Alto at Junior Olympics, DAY 1 RECAP, DAY 2 RECAP, DAY 3 RECAPTerry Schroeder's men's USA Water Polo team just misses out on bronze at FINA World Championships, READ MORE … [Read more...]
Nelson, Dons stay solid against erratic Westlake
Thursday, February 19, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Roberto Nelson had one of his most complete games of the season Wednesday night, tallying 24 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and two steals as the Santa Barbara High boys basketball team picked up a 58-52 win over visiting Westlake in the first round of the CIF Division II-A playoffs."I knew I had to come out and just bring that enthusiasm to the team in the first half to get us going, so I did that and the team contributed and we had a real good game," said Nelson, who poured in 18 before … [Read more...]
The lonesome doves are not forgotten at Harry’s
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Saturday will be a special day for some and a dreary day for others.UCSB is hosting "Date Night at the 'Dome" for Saturday's men's basketball game against Cal Poly, with a 2-for-1 ticket special in honor of Valentine's Day.Despite being happily married, Westmont basketball coach John Moore spoke up for the lonesome ones at Monday's Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table press luncheon. After UCSB assistant coach Jono Metzger-Jones announced the offer, Moore raised his hand and … [Read more...]
