Yesterday was Kobe’s birthday and today is Kobe Day. The 20-year Lakers Legend made a name for himself in not one, but two jersey numbers: 8 & 24, on this day Kobe fans celebrate all he brought to the game of basketball and beyond.

Greenfly’s software is used to support branding efforts at over 30 sports leagues. The company’s client list includes the National Basketball Association (NBA), Major League Baseball (MLB), World Surf League and leading sports channel ESPN.

The big game in week one involves Santa Ana Mater Dei heading to Duncanville to experience Friday Night Lights in Texas.

The U.S. lost to Japan, 4-3, in the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Saturday, despite a goal by former UC San Diego alum Alessandro Canale.

Rickwood Field was the ballpark of Willie Mays’ dreams. Start with Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth among those who played there, continue on with Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson, then turn to Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams.

This week has been chaotic for many City Section football coaches as they have had to rearrange game schedules on the fly.

Shaq is a doting father to Me’arah, Shaqir, Amirah, Shareef, Myles, and Taahirah. Here’s everything to know about the former basketball player’s six children.

Schifino, a 6-5, 210-pound combo guard from Montverde Academy in Florida, is scheduled to announce his decision Aug. 24.

Some big games are on the docket in and near Santa Monica. Football athletes are among the local stars excited to play and compete before their families, friends and community fans. Check with schools for the latest information on possible capacity restrictions and admission policies.

His mom, Denise Crosby, is an actor with credits that include recurring roles on “Star Trek: Next Generation,” (as Tasha Yar and, later, Commander Sela), and “Mad Men,’’ and whacking Eddie Murphy with a baseball bat in the 1982 film “48 Hours.