Temporary fixes to yard cause safety concern
The off-season is a time for reflection and healing for an athlete’s mind and body. Municipalities use the time to repair their facilities. This is not the case for San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s basketball court. The court, home of the SQ … [Read More...]
Residents talk domestic violence during Super Bowl
Domestic violence programs at San Quentin report that during Super Bowl Sunday there are more domestic violence arrests in the nation than on any other day. “One of the heaviest betting, drinking and celebratory days for what is perceived as … [Read More...]
Former baseball players share knowledge of game
Jason Ferber and former Arizona Diamondback Chazz Meadows gave the SQ Giants and the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center community a rare treat by sharing their knowledge of baseball at the Field of Dreams. Ferber, one of Instagram’s most followed … [Read More...]
SF 49ers’ annual visit
Hall-of-Famers, legends, and current players discuss criminal justice San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s relationship with the San Francisco Forty-niners proved that it can improve even as the 30th anniversary nears for what started as an … [Read More...]
Oakland’s new baseball team brings opportunity and hope
The Oakland Ballers, a professional baseball team founded in 2024, has a core principle of community involvement and is immediately giving Oakland something to be proud of, according to an October 2025 Wikipedia post. “The Ballers help bring civic … [Read More...]
Running Club celebrates 20 years of changing lives, unity, growth
A group of trailblazers inside San Quentin Rehabilitation Center is changing the status quo by leading with empathy and forging solutions for a brighter future—one step at a time. For the past 20 years, the SQ’s 1000 Mile Club has gathered on the … [Read More...]
San Quentin 1000 Mile Running Club crowns new marathon champion
A dramatic photo finish at San Quentin’s 1000 Mile Running Club’s 16th annual marathon reached its climax with Hugo Dimas clocking a time of 2:53:44 to become the new 26.2-mile champion. “I stayed close, never lost my pace, and made my move at the … [Read More...]
Nearly undefeated season ends at All-In football tournament
The All-In Flag Football playoff bonanza played out in dramatic fashion, as one team vied for the achievement every team in sports tries to accomplish. Fans watched the four-bracket, single-elimination tournament to see if the Spartans could … [Read More...]
SQ Giants close out competitive season with tough loss
The SQ Giants’ toughest year appeared to be victorious as the 24-9-2 Giants Coach Richard “Will” Williams found the silver-linings that are made within the rehabilitative competitive relationships with each visiting team. “Playing baseball in … [Read More...]
Seventh annual ‘Family Day’ basketball tournament features alumni, Emmy Award documentarian
Friends, family, and fellowship were just some of the elements of the gathering on the “Lower Yard” basketball court on the first Saturday of September. The San Quentin basketball program celebrated the power of the game and those things that the … [Read More...]
SF 49er George Kittle reminisces on visit to Death Row
As the lore of California’s Death Row fades into obscurity, the nation’s strongest athletes haven’t forgotten the reputation of the toughest criminals in the state. That reputation was perpetuated by future Hall of Famer George Kittle. When he … [Read More...]
Resident team fails to overcome seven-time champions Warriors’ insurmountable lead
San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s most important and exciting sporting event of the year took place in mid-September when the Golden State Warriors made their annual trip to San Quentin’s Lower Yard. Everything else took a backseat as this … [Read More...]
CrossFit event honors seal team lieutenant who sacrificed his life to save team members
On the morning of September 11, hundreds gathered on the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center’s Lower Yard to watch participants compete in a “Modified Murph,” CrossFit event as part of Mental Wellness week. The “Modified Murphy” Cross Fit event was … [Read More...]
Kidney donors dream to play baseball in San Quentin comes true
The San Quentin Giants defeated the Southern California Grays, 17-5, and, 7-4 in a double-header that brought more to the field than baseball. On Aug.16, SQ Giants outside volunteer Coach Steve Reichardt addressed the crowd with a heartfelt … [Read More...]
Veterans play flag football on 9/11
To observe the 24th anniversary of 9/11, San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, in conjunction with the SQ Football organization, hosted a game between the residents and formerly incarcerated veterans called the Buddy Bowl. As the historic day … [Read More...]
Half-marathon marks halfway point in season
San Quentin’s 1000 Mile Club runners demonstrated speed, strength, and endurance during their annual half-marathon as hundreds of residents, outside coaches, and volunteers gathered on the Lower Yard to support over 70 participants who trekked the … [Read More...]
Flag football match-ups competitive and high scoring
The season opener of San Quentin Rehabilitation Centers’ All-In flag football league featured the Spartans and Don’t Hate, who matched each other touchdown for touchdown as their game came down to the very last play. The Spartans led 48-46, after … [Read More...]
Female professional athletes bargain for equitable pay
At present, less than one-fifth (20%) of the total revenue in the WNBA is distributed to its female players compared to an estimated 50 to 52% of revenue sharing that occurs in male-dominated sports. This disparity of income, confirmed by Market … [Read More...]
Resident implements redemptive qualities of rehabilitation
The jersey that is identified as #11 in sports comes with huge expectations. It publicizes a person’s athletic prowess, and attracts attention that leaders such as quarterbacks or point guards receives in most sports. “Double Aces,” is what #11 … [Read More...]
SQ Giants plate three runs late in barn burner
The San Quentin baseball team welcomed the SF Dealers onto the Field of Dreams for what turned out to be a seven inning barnburner, leading to a 16-13 SQ Giants victory. Having recently lost to the Mission 5-3 and the Barons 13-0 in their last two … [Read More...]
Women’s basketball comes to the Bay
The Golden State Valkyries are the newest addition to the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and are also the most valuable team in the league’s history. In their first season, the new 2025 Bay Area Western Conference team’s net worth … [Read More...]
SQ Warriors’ teamwork pays off halfway through season
As the San Quentin Warriors embarked on their season, the team’s quest to perform better than last year may be within … [Read More...]
1972 Olympic Gold Medalist Eddie-Ligons Track Meet brings out the best in participants
Members of the San Quentin 1000 Mile Running Club continued their journey to better health and honored their member Ralph Ligons at the 15th Annual Eddie Hart-Ralph Ligons Track Meet. Over 60 runners, nine outside volunteer coaches, and hundreds … [Read More...]
SQ Giants slug their way to biggest comeback of season
The SQ Giants walked away with their biggest comeback win of the season against a visiting team that was made up of two clubs: an under-19 American Legion team and the Yuba City Stripers. Yuba City’s offense put points on the board first, … [Read More...]
SQ Kings close out ‘Outsiders’ with 30-point fourth quarter
The San Quentin Rehabilitation Center Kings basketball team played their second game of the 2025 season against the ‘Outsiders’ after a 28-day gap. As a result of new access requirements for volunteers, there are teams who were unable to get … [Read More...]