Two Bay Area-raised Olympic champions have become symbols in the intensifying rivalry between the United States and China, drawing vastly different reactions from both nations based on their choice of which country to represent.
Tyler Mahle made his first appearance in a Giants uniform Saturday afternoon, showcasing a significantly improved slider during a scoreless inning against the Athletics at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Arizona.
Graham Ike scored 22 points to lead No. 11 Gonzaga to an 80-59 victory over the University of San Francisco at Chase Center on Wednesday night, extending the Bulldogs' remarkable winning streak against the Dons to 35 consecutive games.
Cal State Monterey Bay's three-game winning streak came to an end with a one-point loss to Cal State Dominguez Hills in California Collegiate Athletic Association play.