OVER THE WALL People parole from prison every day. Some even find jobs and turn out to lead good lives. Some might fail. But no parolee had ever … [Read more...]
Chalklines
Long before most of the Q's modern players were even born, San Quentin's gridiron was a battlefield where players faced off against their greatest foe … [Read more...]
A Journey of 1000 MILES
Two men from disparate backgrounds run side-by-side, battling hate and prejudice under the watchful gaze of the prison guard towers Most days, I … [Read more...]
Reaching for the STARS
Austin Thurman rises above a legacy of inequality to follow in Ron LeFlore's legendary prison-to-pros footsteps In 1973, Ron LeFlore was signed … [Read more...]
Warriors… Come Out and Play!
Every September for seven years straight, the Golden State Warriors came walking down the hill, descending onto San Quentin State Prison's Lower Yard. … [Read more...]
Futbol & Freedom – dreaming of redemption
Teams from the free world pass through San Quentin's gates to do battle on the dusty scrub of the lower yard — bringing with them a sweet glimpse of … [Read more...]
Wall BallTherapy
Among prisoners, one rare sport is often used to find euphoric relief: a good ol' game of handball. On the handball court, skilled players test out … [Read more...]
Rehabilitation through Sports
How physical wellness contributes to the rehabilitation of former felons The physical health benefits of sports and exercise are widely known: … [Read more...]
Stepping Back from the Stress of Covid
How a deadly virus helped one man realize the power of basketball As I laid in an emergency room bed after collapsing in the doorway of San … [Read more...]
EDITORIAL – It’s More Than Just Sports
For the incarcerated, athletics and physical wellness can become a pathway to rehabilitation and renewal Sports are more than just sports. The … [Read more...]
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