Trivia: Test Your Olympic Knowledge

The Summer Olympics begin on July 27, but how well do you know the Games? All this week, Patch will post trivia questions to test your knowledge.

Meet Your Olympians from California

The Golden State has the highest number of athletes competing in the Games this year - 127! Meet the local athletes from Patch areas who will compete in London.

Former Grossmont Baseball Player Barry Zito on SI's 'Richest Athletes' List

El Cajon native Jimmie Johnson also ranked on the list, after earning $21 million last year.

Monte Vista High’s Akiba McKinney Takes 12th in Olympic Trials After Illness

Food poisoning before qualifying round of women's long jump handicapped Spring Valley athlete.

Jeneba Tarmoh Withdraws From 100-Meter Dash Runoff

Allyson Felix will run the 100 and the 200-meter dashes.

Berkeley’s Deborah Maier Battles to Second Briefly in Olympic Trials 5000

Walnut Creek native fell off pace in final mile, taking 13th at University of Oregon's Hayward Field.

La Mesa Journalist Outlegs the Competition in Olympic Trials Sprint

Ken Stone, former editor of La Mesa-Mount Helix Patch, wins 100-meter dash in Eugene, OR.

Berkeley’s Deborah Maier Claims Spotlight in Olympic Trials 10K

For more than half the race, the Walnut Creek native held a big lead, thinking: “Why not go for it?”

Tribute in Waves: Junior Seau Remembered at Oceanside Paddle-Out

Locals honored the former Chargers player Sunday in front of his waterfront home.

La Mesans Mourn Junior Seau at Parkway Middle School Sports Complex

Tears and flowers flow at monument to Chargers great who helped create sports field.

More than $1,700 Raised for La Mesa Little League at Dining for Dollars Event

During the fundraising campaign, Cali Comfort Restaurant and Sports Bar donated 50 percent of its food sales to the local youth organization.

Jayhawk Nation Flocks to San Diego BBQ to Cheer NCAA Finalists

Kentucky holds off Kansas to claim basketball title, but downtown “sleazy bar” is local winner.

Photos: Grossmont Doubles Up on Santana in Last Nonleague Swim Meet

Foothillers outpoint visiting Sultans in boys and girls varsity competitions at Grossmont pool.

Helix Alum Alex Smith Re-Signs with the San Francisco 49ers

Smith, who led Helix to two CIF titles in 2000 and 2001, was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2005 NFL Draft.

Follow San Diego Natives Playing in the NCAA Tournament

There are six San Diego natives playing on teams in the Big Dance this year.

March Badness: The Official NCAA Mascot Death Match Tournament – Pt. 2

We'll take a look at the remaining bracket and crown a champion.

March Badness: The Official NCAA Mascot Death Match Tournament - Pt. 1

There’s only one REAL way to fill out a bracket: What school’s mascot would win in a heads-up fight to the death?

Spring Valley, La Mesa Runners Compete in SD Half Marathon

The top runner from Spring Valley was Miguel Ayala, 29. He finished with a time of 1:25:52 and held an average pace of 6:33. The lone La Mesa runner was Bertha Manchester, 54. She finished with time of 2:52:32 and held an average pace of 13:10.

Encinitas Runners Supreme Among Locals in Tough Catalina Marathon

Laura Pryor takes women’s division in 3:51:9, while Jeff Creighton is second in men’s race.

Photo Gallery: Valley de Oro Little League Opening Day

Elementary aged kids all the way to teenagers strutted their stuff on the diamond in five different divisions: Tee Ball, Caps, Minors, Majors and Juniors.

Photo Gallery: Spring Valley Little League Opening Day

The games kicked off at 8 a.m. and ran throughout the day, with kids ages 4-16 strutting their stuff on the diamond.

Spring Valley Community Center Holds Youth Basketball Awards Banquet

Family and friends watch as players were honored for their skills on the court

Update: Grossmont Coach Ron Murphy Mourned; ‘Always Tried to Give 100%’

Helix basketball game Friday night will be dedicated to memory of four-year football coach.

Mike Derr Tops Spring Valley Runners at Coronado Valentine's 10K

There were only three competitors from Spring Valley, in a field of more than 1,200.

Lovin’ the Run: Montano and Silva Top La Mesans at Coronado Valentine’s 10K

Local couples racing on the island included Charlene/Tracy Giordano and Florian/Farah Hedwig.

Kyle Stanley Loses Three-Shot Lead on 18th Hole, Snedeker Wins in Playoff at Torrey Pines

Brandt Snedeker earns his third PGA Tour win defeating Kyle Stanley in a playoff.

Kyle Stanley Still Atop Leaderboard of Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines

The second-year pro continues to lead the tournament, tying the 54-hole record of 198 set by Tiger Woods (2008).

Friday Recap from Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines, Mickelson Misses Cut

Kyle Stanley (-14) leads the tournament, followed by Brandt Snedeker (-13).

Artificial Turf Donation Speeds Improvements at Sweetwater Lane Park in Spring Valley

Synthetic playing fields will replace deteriorated grass and dirt at two heavily-used San Diego County sports parks, with a national nonprofit donating $1.5 million worth of artificial turf and related equipment.

Spring Valley Residents Run in Carlsbad Marathon and Half-Marathon

Of those Spring Valley residents, Jim Goss, 44, was the highest finisher in the marathon, with a time of 3:27:37. Allen Isabelo, 27, was the highest finisher in the half-marathon with a time of 1:50:05.

Peter Blomgren, Kristina Waite Are Top La Mesans in Carlsbad Marathon

More than 100 residents finished Sunday morning marathon or half-marathon, among 8,500 racers.

John Nunn Wins Dramatic Duel for Spot on Olympic Team in 50-Kilometer Walk

Chula Vistan outlasts Cuyamaca College coach Tim Seaman of Imperial Beach at Santee race.

Men's and Women's Entrants in the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials

These attachment shows hometowns of entrants in the race Jan. 14 in Houston.

Holiday Bowl Ticket Sales Meet Expectations

With 14,000 spaces available at Snapdragon by Qualcomm Stadium, fans are urged to carpool and consider public transportation.

All-CIF Football Teams Are Heavy on Highlanders

Helix places nine players on the first and second teams; Santana's Dave Gross is coach of the year.

Chargers Game vs. Buffalo Bills on Sunday Blacked Out on Local Television

The Chargers announced Tuesday that 5,500 tickets needed to be sold by early afternoon Thursday to avoid the NFL's blackout policy. In the two days since, only around 500 were bought.

Denson Leads Coronado to 54-36 Upset of Mt. Miguel

Islanders quarterback throws six touchdown passes to power win over No. 1-seeded Matadors.

Prep Football Playoffs Reach Quarterfinal Round

Helix, the county's top-rated team, hosts Torrey Pines; unbeaten Poway welcomes Chula Vista.

Local Kids Learn Hoops Skills at Clinic at Spring Valley Gym

About 35 kids ages 6-14 participated in the youth basketball clinic, which serves as a precursor to the Spring Valley Gym's hoops league.

Kids Can Develop a Love For Tennis This Weekend

Youngsters are invited to come play tennis that's been tailored to their age.