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Why Student Journalists Deserve Better Access to Media Credentials
Dear Athletic Communications Professionals, My name is Peter Zhan, and I am a student journalist and the founder of Sideline Frames. Over the past year, I have covered college and professional sporting events and have learned how important student journalism is to schools and communities. Through this experience, I have also seen the challenges many independent student journalists face when applying for media credentials. Student journalists play an important role in document
4 days ago2 min read
Jayden Maiava Headlines USC’s 2026 Campaign
LOS ANGELES — As USC prepares for another demanding Big Ten campaign, all eyes will once again be on quarterback Jayden Maiava. After emerging as USC’s starting quarterback and returning for the 2026 season, Maiava enters the year as one of the conference’s most experienced signal-callers. His development will be one of the biggest factors in determining how far the Trojans can go this fall. Known for his strong arm, mobility and poise under pressure, Maiava gives head coach
5 days ago2 min read
One Month Until Kickoff: USC Ready to Begin a New Season
LOS ANGELES — Football season is almost here. With just one month remaining until kickoff, excitement continues to build around the USC football program as the Trojans prepare to open the 2026 season on Aug. 29 against San José State at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. After an offseason filled with recruiting success, roster development and high expectations, USC enters the year looking to take another step forward in the Big Ten. Head coach Lincoln Riley returns an experi
5 days ago1 min read
Match Preview: Angel City FC Looks to Bounce Back Against Kansas City Current
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Angel City FC heads to CPKC Stadium this weekend for one of its toughest road tests of the season as it takes on the Kansas City Current. After a narrow 2-1 defeat to Racing Louisville FC, Angel City enters the match looking to quickly return to the win column. Despite the result, the club controlled possession for much of the match and created several dangerous scoring opportunities, showing positive signs heading into a difficult matchup against one of th
5 days ago2 min read
Sveindís Jónsdóttir Becoming a Key Piece of Angel City’s Attack
LOS ANGELES — Since arriving at Angel City FC, Sveindís Jónsdóttir has quickly established herself as one of the club’s most dangerous attacking players. The Iceland international has brought pace, physicality and creativity to Angel City’s front line, giving the club another reliable scoring threat. Whether attacking in transition, taking on defenders one-on-one or making dangerous runs into the penalty area, Jónsdóttir has consistently demonstrated the qualities that made h
Jul 302 min read
Racing Louisville Claims Impressive Road Win Over Angel City FC
LOS ANGELES — Racing Louisville FC earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Angel City FC on Sunday night at BMO Stadium, delivering one of its most complete performances of the season and securing three valuable points away from home. Facing an Angel City side that entered the match riding a three-game winning streak, Racing Louisville remained composed from the opening whistle. The visitors were disciplined defensively, stayed organized without the ball and made the most of th
Jul 292 min read
Austin FC Shut Out at Home in Loss to Houston Dynamo
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC was unable to turn possession into goals Saturday night, falling 2-0 to Houston Dynamo FC at Q2 Stadium in a disappointing home result. The Verde & Black controlled stretches of the match and spent time pushing Houston toward its own penalty area, but clear scoring opportunities were difficult to find. The Dynamo stayed compact without the ball, closed passing lanes through the middle and forced Austin to rely on crosses and shots from less dangerous
Jul 272 min read
Houston Dynamo Earn Valuable Road Victory Over Austin FC
AUSTIN, Texas — Houston Dynamo FC earned an important three points Saturday night, defeating Austin FC 2-0 at Q2 Stadium to continue its strong run of form in the Western Conference. Photo: Stephanie SmithCollins / Sideline Frames Media Houston entered the match looking to build momentum after recent positive performances, and the Dynamo delivered a disciplined display on both sides of the ball. From the opening whistle, Houston remained organized defensively while creating d
Jul 272 min read
Angel City FC Falls Short Against Racing Louisville at Home
LOS ANGELES — Angel City FC saw its three-match winning streak come to an end Sunday evening, falling 2-1 to Racing Louisville FC at BMO Stadium despite controlling much of the match. Photo: Dylan Berkman / Sideline Frames Media Coming into the contest with momentum, Angel City looked to extend its unbeaten run in front of the home supporters. The hosts enjoyed the majority of possession from the opening whistle and consistently pushed into the attacking third, but Racing Lou
Jul 262 min read
Reign FC Falls in Heartbreaking Late Collapse Against Gotham FC
NEW YORK — Reign FC came within minutes of securing a valuable road victory Saturday afternoon before Gotham FC scored three late goals to complete a dramatic 3-2 comeback at Icahn Stadium. The visitors made an excellent start despite a lengthy weather delay before kickoff. Reign remained composed from the opening whistle and capitalized on its early opportunities to seize control of the match. Photo: Ryutaro Ihara / Sideline Frames Media Mia Fishel opened the scoring from th
Jul 192 min read
Gotham FC Stuns Reign FC With Dramatic Late Comeback
NEW YORK — Gotham FC produced one of its most memorable finishes in club history Saturday afternoon, rallying from a two-goal deficit to defeat Seattle Reign FC 3-2 at Icahn Stadium. Photo: Ryutaro Ihara / Sideline Frames Media After a weather delay pushed kickoff back more than two hours, Seattle wasted little time taking control. Mia Fishel converted a penalty in the 14th minute before Maddie Mercado doubled the visitors’ lead eight minutes later, giving Reign FC a 2-0 adva
Jul 182 min read
Portland Timbers Dominate Seattle Sounders in Cascadia Derby
SEATTLE — The Portland Timbers returned from the FIFA World Cup break in dominant fashion, defeating longtime rivals Seattle Sounders FC 5-1 Thursday night at Lumen Field in the first Cascadia Cup matchup of the 2026 MLS season. Photo: Andrew Sanchez / Sideline Frames Media The rivalry match marked the first league game for both clubs since the extended World Cup break, and Portland wasted little time taking control. Kevin Kelsy opened the scoring in the 19th minute, giving t
Jul 162 min read
Late Equalizer Earns D.C. United Point Against Houston Dynamo
HOUSTON — Houston Dynamo FC was minutes away from opening the second half of its MLS season with a victory, but a late equalizer from D.C. United forced the hosts to settle for a 1-1 draw Wednesday night at Shell Energy Stadium. Houston controlled possession for much of the evening and looked comfortable after Héctor Herrera opened the scoring just before halftime. The Dynamo continued to dictate the pace after the break, creating several opportunities to double their advanta
Jul 152 min read
Sound Running Sunset Tour Delivers Fast Times at Occidental College
LOS ANGELES — The 2026 Sound Running Sunset Tour brought elite professional and collegiate athletes to Occidental College on Saturday, showcasing one of the premier meets on the summer track and field calendar. Photo: Siddesh Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media Held at Jack Kemp Stadium, the World Athletics Silver Label meet served as a key opportunity for athletes preparing for their national championships and the World Athletics Championships. Competitors from around the wor
Jul 112 min read
Pan Pacific Swimming Championships Set to Bring International Competition to Irvine
IRVINE, Calif. — The Pan Pacific Swimming Championships are set to bring some of the world’s top swimmers to Southern California this August, with the 2026 edition scheduled for Aug. 12-15 at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center in Irvine. The meet will give athletes from leading swimming nations another major international stage in a long-course, 50-meter pool. For swimmers, the Pan Pacific Championships are more than just another stop on the calendar. The event offers a
Jul 73 min read
LAFC Defeats El Salvador in Friendly at BMO Stadium
LOS ANGELES — LAFC returned to the field Sunday afternoon with a 3-0 friendly win over the El Salvador National Team at BMO Stadium. The match gave LAFC its first game action since the start of the MLS break in late May, and the Black & Gold used the opportunity to build rhythm in front of their home crowd. Against an international opponent, LAFC controlled the match, created chances and finished with a clean sheet. Photo: Siddesh Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media Mark Delga
Jul 62 min read
USMNT Opens Irvine Training Base With Public Session Ahead of World Cup
IRVINE, Calif. — The U.S. Men’s National Team brought World Cup excitement to Orange County on Monday morning, holding a public training session at Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium in Irvine. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media The event gave fans a rare chance to watch the national team train before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It was the only public opportunity to see the USMNT practice at Great Park during the tournament, making the session one of the
Jun 82 min read
Dallas Wings at Los Angeles Sparks Game Preview
Graphics: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media The Los Angeles Sparks return home on Friday night for a June 5 matchup against the Dallas Wings, looking to continue building momentum in the early part of the WNBA season. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m. PT in Los Angeles, with Dallas visiting Crypto.com Arena for the first meeting between the two teams this year. The Sparks’ official schedule lists Dallas at Los Angeles on June 5, while the team’s season announcement highlighted thi
Jun 32 min read
Sparks Hold Off Mystics, Win Third Straight in 92-87 Thriller
Graphics: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media The Los Angeles Sparks continued their recent surge on Friday night, holding off a late Washington Mystics comeback to secure a 92-87 victory and extend their winning streak to three games. Los Angeles relied on a balanced offensive attack and several clutch performances down the stretch, led by Erica Wheeler’s season-high 21 points and Nneka Ogwumike’s double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds. The opening quarter featured a fast
May 302 min read
Angel City FC Set to Host North Carolina Courage on Sunday
LOS ANGELES — Angel City FC will return to BMO Stadium on Sunday for a regular-season NWSL matchup against the North Carolina Courage, looking to build momentum at home and sharpen its attack against one of the league’s more organized sides. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PT. Angel City enters the match looking to build consistency at home after a demanding stretch of the NWSL season. The club will need a strong performance from its midfield, especially from Nealy Martin,
May 291 min read
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