2018 Intramural League Basketball game 1,000 Mile Track team member during an evening practice If your state or county facility has a sports program, and you’d like to see your stories mentioned in the SQNews Sports section, have the athletic director email the story to sqnews@gmail.com. Please include first and last names of everyone involved as well as photos. … [Read more...] about Sports Pics around the Q
San Quentin Warriors have a new head coach
Anthony Evans, Warriors New Head Coach The San Quentin Warriors come into the 2019 season 3-4 against the Golden State Warriors coaching staff—the biggest game of each season, and also having the coach for the last two seasons step down to attempt to become a player on the team again. On 2/10/2019, while watching the Lakers v. Sixers on ESPN/ABC, we touched on these issues with the new coach of the San Quentin Warriors, Anthony Evans, in the following interview. SQN: Coach, what’s your philosophy for upcoming season? I’ve heard that the … [Read more...] about San Quentin Warriors have a new head coach
New handball duo dominates tournament
Handball tournament winners David Clout Wilson and Eric Post A New Year’s Day handball tournament on the Lower Yard at San Quentin led to new doubles champions. “They couldn’t stop the left,” said David Clout Wilson, as the sun radiated down on his smiling face. Clout, and handball partner Eric “E-Man” Post went undefeated in the tournament to take first place over the top four best teams. Their trophy was a statuesque box of granola bars. Jeff Williams and David Mageo took second place. Williams, partnered with various other … [Read more...] about New handball duo dominates tournament
Several new faces added to the Kings roster for the 2019 season
Trevor Woods returns to Kings for second season Some of the top San Quentin athletes showed their talents for the annual tryouts for the prison’s age 40 and older basketball team. The Kings coaching staff picked a mix of returning veteran players with several new faces, putting the scrimmage teams in scenarios that tested each player’s ability to gel in adverse situations. “These situations are done to test how players respond emotionally, as well as to see what their basketball IQ is like,” said Head Coach Orlando Harris. “We have … [Read more...] about Several new faces added to the Kings roster for the 2019 season
Neang’s 64-yard reception wins MLK Jr. Tournament
Kevin Neang and Chai Saetern Kevin Neang caught a 64 yard touchdown pass up the left side of the field to win the MLK Jr Holiday Tournament, and seal himself as the back-to-back Most Valuable Player. “Martin Luther King Jr. wasn’t just fighting for the rights of Black people; he was fighting for the rights of all people,” Neang said as all the players and game officials enjoyed sodas and snacks at the conclusion of the game. This was Neang’s second win and his second MVP award as well. Four teams consisting of five players each … [Read more...] about Neang’s 64-yard reception wins MLK Jr. Tournament
Martin Luther King Jr. Day and others that impacted American culture
In 1975, there was a huge controversy in the Los Angeles Unified School District when many Black parents kept their children out of school as an observance of Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. The problem: MLK Day wasn’t yet recognized as a national holiday. It took a vote years later with the state of Arizona being last to officially recognize it, over the vote of the late Sen. John McCain. He later admitted that he wishes he could’ve done that vote over, but at the time, he said it wasn’t about Martin Luther King Jr., but the paid … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Day and others that impacted American culture
Running principles apply inside and outside the classroom
Tommy Wickerd, Steven Brooks and Alvin Timbol For an incarcerated American that is housed at the venerable San Quentin State Prison, the ability to be involved with sports activities is priceless. At The Q, the currently incarcerated, each weekend, have the ability to showcase their talents against members of the greater Bay Area community; from Basketball to Tennis, Soccer to Baseball, the inside and outside community play in games that are just as competitive as any game on the street. The following individuals are housed at The Q, and … [Read more...] about Running principles apply inside and outside the classroom
Paul Oliver retires from basketball at 62
Paul Oliver on Kings bench Paul Oliver has been playing organized basketball as long as he can remember. However, in 2019, he’s throwing his old Chuck Taylor’s over the prison walls and transitioning to coaching. “I want to sail boats and raise horses in Alberta (Canada) when I get out,” Oliver said. “I want to teach these guys how to play the inside game; baseline drop steps, boxing out, the tangibles of the game that can extend their career as long as I’ve played.” At 62, Paul is still able to play at a high level. A … [Read more...] about Paul Oliver retires from basketball at 62
Black History Month hosts Basketball Skills Challenge on Lower Yard
For Black History Month San Quentin hosted a Basketball Skills Challenge, where prisoners showcased their agility and coordination on the Lower Yard. Montrel Vines and Brad “Reign Man” Shells pushed each other to the limit as they drew to a tie, completing the makeshift obstacle course with the time of 00:27. “I knew I had this,” Shells said after the challenge. “We’ve been doing drills like this since high school days.” Shells set the bar high by weaving flawlessly through the course on his final round, trash talking as he moved through … [Read more...] about Black History Month hosts Basketball Skills Challenge on Lower Yard
Glimpse of Student-Athletes at the Q
Athletics, education and self-help programs are major factors on changing lives in San Quentin State Prison. Here are some of the people who found rehabilitation behind the walls: Thaddeus Fleeton, 49. 2nd-degree murder, serving a 15-life sentence. SQN: What has it been like playing for the S.Q. Kings these past two seasons? It’s been a great experience -- coming across paths with people from the street; the competitive spirit, the positive vibes and the enlightening conversations. SQN: How long have you been involved in sports … [Read more...] about Glimpse of Student-Athletes at the Q