Swimming Against Cancer

The nonprofit organization Swim for a Cure raises more than $13,000 for research and treatments.

8th-Grade Water Polo Player Makes Development National Team

14-year-old Alaina Cousineau says she was ecstatic when they announced her name.

Kona Gallery Features Surf Photo Legend 'Mad Man Merk'

Dan Merkel showcases his legendary photography from surfing cult classic film ‘Bustin’ Down the Door.’

City Hikes Some Fees for Fields, Pool

Admission to new aquatic center rises. Sports field rental costs also climb, except for local leagues with partnership agreements.

Deja Vu: Brazilian Wins Nike Lowers Pro

Gabriel Medina, 18, dominates the competition with powerful surfing and aerial maneuvers. Last year, Brazil's Miguel Pupo snagged the crown.

Nike Lowers Surf Competition Returns to Trestles

Top surfers will compete for not only the wave's peak, but also a $250,000 purse and a 14-karat gold railroad spike.

Another Heartbreaker For Tritons in Title Match

San Clemente held a 1-0 halftime lead against Aliso Niguel but surrendered two goals in the second half to end their 17-match unbeaten streak in the CIF-SS Division 1 Final.

Everyone Plays Together as Courtney’s SandCastle Opens

The 500-square-foot castle and 150-square-foot ship feature all-accessibility for the public.

Students Put on a Show for Vista Hermosa Sports Park Grand Opening

San Clemente comes together (can you spot yourself?) to help fund the $33-million "magnificent" project.

WATCH: Boy Hauls in First Big Halibut

Beautiful weather greeted Southern California anglers and provided some fair action this week.

Good Wintertime Fishing Continues

Despite some wind and rain over the weekend, anglers stayed busy reeling in sand bass, sculpin and fat halibut.

Video: Great Action, Delicious Ceviches on Patch TV

You’ll see some great action on the deck of the Westerly as Patch sent a camera crew out to record the fun.

Former Triton B-Ball Star Rocks USC

Cassie Harberts is one of the Women of Troy's leading scorers on the hardwood and looks forward to a chance in the WNBA.

FISHING: The Fonz Fishes, Kid Lands Whopper

Big halibut, lots of rockfish and the stars come out to get more kids on the water

Eagles Control Ball, Scoreboard With 27-13 Pac-5 Title Victory Over Tritons

Young Santa Margarita squad allows San Clemente only two possessions in second half on way to winning the biggest game of CIF Southern Section's toughest division at Angel Stadium on Saturday night.

Tritons, Eagles Clash for Pac-5 Football Title Saturday at Angel Stadium

San Clemente will play Santa Margarita in the CIF Southern Section's toughest division's biggest game of the year. Still ticket-less? Try the stadium's box office on Saturday.

Baja Fishing 'Epic,' Says O.C. Angler

The latest in fishing news. Plus, your chance to meet the Lakers Girls and a "CSI: Miami" star.

Fishing Outlook Good in Warm Weather

The holiday weekend forecast bodes well for anglers.

Tritons Stick It to St. John Bosco, 42-24, to Reach Pac-5 Semifinals

Travis Wilson rushes for three touchdowns and passes for a fourth to help Tritons handle the Braves in quarterfinals and reach semifinals for the first time since 2004. Up next: Tesoro, again.

Football: San Clemente Gets Its Revenge Against Lakewood, 42-6

Tritons, who finished second in the South Coast League standings, dominate the Lancers, who were runners-up in the Moore League, at San Clemente High.

First Gray Whale Spotted in SoCal

The availability of live squid makes for some excellent wintertime surface fishing, while gray whales start their 12,000-mile journey.

Football: Tritons Beat Tesoro, 31-6, to Finish Second

San Clemente takes runner-up spot in South Coast League. Tesoro still qualifies for next week's first round of the CIF Southern Section Pac 5 Division playoffs.

Late-Season Fishing Booms

The only thing that might slow it down is this weekend's windy weather forecast.

Video: Late-Season Seabass, Yellowtail

Plus, a Newport couple sees humpback and minke whales from a private boat. .

Mission Viejo Holds Off San Clemente Rally for 29-21 Victory

Though Tritons were ranked above the Diablos heading into their South Coast League showdown, they still haven't defeated Mission Viejo on the football field since 1999.

FISHING: San Clemente Man Won $47,000 in Tournament

Captain Jeff Richardson of the Hammertime takes first place in the Release Category at this years Bisbee's Black and Blue Marlin Tournament in Cabo San Lucas.

Tritons Grind Down Trabuco Hills, 43-14, in South Coast League Opener

Mustangs get off on wrong foot in their battle for a playoff spot from the tough South Coast League, where undefeated San Clemente is expected to challenge for the title.

San Clemente Doubles Down on Newport Harbor, 24-12

Tritons overcome four turnovers, three inside their opponent's red zone, and 165 yards in penalties to defeat the Sailors and remain undefeated after five games.

Video: Lobster Season Opens

Tasty crustaceans went up for grabs at 12:01 a.m. And more fishing news.

San Clemente Defeats Mater Dei in Overtime, 28-21

Senior running back Mike Elespuru helps Tritons improve to 4-0 with nonleague victory over Monarchs (0-3) at Santa Ana Stadium.

Sports Shorts: Tritons Looking for Reversal of Fortunes Against Mater Dei

Entering Friday's football game like it did last season's, undefeated San Clemente hopes to make statement with victory over winless Monarchs. Plus, cross-country results, boys water polo and girls volleyball tournament previews.

PHOTOS: Watch Your Favorite Surfers Carve Up Lower Trestles

Perennial Champ Kelly Slater took the prize at Lower Trestles Wednesday, but we were there shooting the quarter finals and semifinals. We came up with some great images.

FISHING: Humboldt Squid Wash up on San Clemente Beaches

Jumbo squid surprised everyone as the Enterprise caught hundreds of the tasty mollusks on Wednesday

FULL STORY: 10-Time Surf World Champ Kelly Slater Takes Trestles

The final heat at Lower Trestles Hurley Pro surf competition saw the same match-up as the World Tour Competition in New York earlier this month.

Top Surfers Duking It Out at Trestles

The weeklong Hurley Pro competition, part of an 11-stop world tour, brings 34 wave aces to Lower Trestles.

Skaters Show Their Stuff at S.C. Open

Competitors of all ages duel at Ralphs Skate Court on Saturday.

Local High School Football Players Dot NFL Rosters

Los Alamitos leads the way among Orange County Patch high schools with four alumni playing professionally, followed by Mission Viejo's three and San Clemente's one.

Wilson Runs, Passes San Clemente Past La Costa Canyon, 58-7

Quarterback passes for two touchdowns and runs for two more in Tritons' one-sided victory over San Diego's No. 9 team.

Sports Shorts: Holbrook to Be Inducted Into Triton Golf Hall of Fame on Friday

Former girls coach at San Clemente will be honored at conclusion of Rainbow Sandals/Lady Triton Invitational on Friday. San Clemente's girls win freshman and sophomore races at Laguna Hills Invitational. Tritons boys water polo goes up against the best.

Hurley Pro Surf Showdown Expected to Draw Thousands

The big, international surf competition will feature perennial champ Kelly Salter and local pro Tanner Gudauskas, among dozens of other top athletes.