Shocking Sports Stories From Pacific League Schools
Did you know about any of these stories? Which is the hardest to believe?
Rick’s Sports Corner: Randy Simmrin Was Football Standout, Keen Learner
By Rick Assad
For Randy Simmrin, playing football for the Burbank Vikings, Burroughs High, USC and later professionally delivered...
Rick’s Sports Corner: Golden State Versus Lone Star State
By Rick Assad
High school football in Texas isn't just something to attend on Friday night. It's bigger than...
Chamberlain Helps Save San Jose State in Upset Win
Former Burroughs High offensive lineman Jesse Chamberlain recovered a fumble by his own quarterback, Nick Nash, late in the fourth quarter that...
Rick’s Sports Corner: Keith Knoop Wears Numerous Hats
Former prep and college football standout returned to Burroughs High where he coached the football team for 19 years and brought the Indians back to prominence.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burbank High’s Adam Colman, Winner, Culture Builder
Onetime standout quarterback returns to his alma mater and finds success and a sense of purpose.
Many Sports and Recreation Activities Open in Burbank
Opportunities for Burbank and Burroughs High student-athletes are available through the local parks and recreation department.
Rick’s Sports Corner: How COVID-19 Wreaked Havoc On Local Sports Teams
It's been an ugly year so far, but Burbank High and Burroughs hope to begin the sports calendar.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burbank High’s Ben Burnham Has Speed Galore
The Bulldog senior will attend Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, and will play football and perhaps basketball.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Isaac Glover, Burbank High’s Tough-Minded, Running Back
A team-player who was willing to do anything on the football field, the recent graduate will continue his gridiron career at College of the Canyons.
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Man Shot to Death Inside Burbank Apartment
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Letter to the Editor: Resident is in Favor of Opening Cannabis Dispensaries in Burbank
"I recommend visiting dispensaries in neighboring cities to actually see how they are run."