Sports
Fourth annual Carson City Off-Road returns this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 10:57amHosted by Epic Rides, the fourth annual Carson City Off-Road will cruise the local mountainsides and the streets of the capital city's downtown this Friday through Sunday.
Three of a kind: Aces Cron, Tomás, Sherfy are PCL All Stars
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 11:54amThree Reno Aces have been selected to the 2019 Triple-A Baseball All-Star Game held in El Paso, Texas on July 10.
Aces’ Wyatt Mathisen gets lift, may land in All-Star Game
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 4:32pmA hitch in his giddy up could lift Reno Aces infielder Wyatt Mathisen into the Lone Star State as a 2019 Pacific Coast League All-Star.
Kevin Cron returns to Reno Aces with big-league eyes
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 5:02pmReno Aces infielder Kevin Cron brought his big-league eye back to the Biggest Little City.
Dbacks call up Aces’ Leyba, records first big-league hit
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 9:47pmDomingo Leyba worked seven years for a shot at the Major Leagues, and he jumped at his first opportunity.
Green grass and high tidings from Reno Aces’ groundskeeper
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 10:02amGreater Nevada Field groundskeeper Leah Withrow is one of a kind.
Her profession is unknown to most fans, but she is the only female fields operation assistant in all of Triple-A baseball.
New faces Reno Aces hand Isotopes 5-1 loss
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 10:16pmNew faces helped the Reno Aces top the Albuquerque Isotopes 5-1 on Friday night at Greater Nevada Field.
Los Angeles Lakers sign Nevada basketball’s Jordan Caroline
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 10:30amThe Los Angeles Lakers signed former Nevada forward Jordan Caroline on Friday as an undrafted free agent, according to multiple sources.
Nevada’s Cody Martin drafted 36th overall by Charlotte Hornets
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 8:40pmNevada Wolf Pack guard/forward Cody Martin is headed back to his home state.
A Mocksville, North Carolina native, Martin was drafted 36th overall in the second round by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2019 NBA Draft on Thursday.
Fourth annual Carson City Off-Road slated for record turnout
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 4:13pmHosted by Epic Rides, a record turnout is expected to fill the streets of downtown Carson City when the fourth annual Carson City Off-Road returns June 28-30.
Steph Curry will tee up again at Lake Tahoe’s celebrity golf
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 12:52pmAt Lake Tahoe’s celebrity golf tournament, children collect autographs. Galleries are entertained by the loquacious Charles Barkley. Sports fans wear the school and pro teams’ colors and watch for their players. There’s the drama of the competition, and there’s the spectacular scenery of the Sierra Nevada and its perfect July weather.
Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City to host Membership Drive BBQ
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 8:30amNevada Raider Nation - Carson City Chapter is holding a Membership Drive Barbecue from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 29 at Jimmy G's, 301 N. Carson St. in Carson City.
New members are welcome and current members are encouraged to attend and renew their annual membership. Cost is $20 per person.
John Smoltz, Case Keenum prepare for Tahoe celebrity golf
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 4:52pmHall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz didn’t need a 98 mph fastball to win the Diamond Resorts Celebrity Division Championship in January.
Instead, Smoltz turned to his new self-standing putter to secure the victory.
Wilson Wins President’s Cup at Silver Oak
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 3:24pmDan Wilson is the President’s Cup champion after shooting a combined three under after the second round June 9 of the Silver Oak Golf Course Sunday Men’s Club in Carson City.
The President’s Cup takes the best scores from each hole over two rounds for gross and net winners. The low net (after handicap is applied) over the field was Ryan Balik at 17 under.
Signups underway for Capital City Hoops summer basketball camp at MAC in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 11:07amCapital City Hoops, a local non-profit organization, is hosting the second annual Hoopaholics Basketball Camp for kids ages 5-15.
All boys and girls interested in basketball are encouraged to join the fun! Camp includes individual skill building, shooting competitions, team games, camp speakers, and camp prizes. A camp t-shirt is included with paid registration.
Column: Ex Aces Clarke, Duplantier provide bite for Dbacks
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 10:09pmTaylor Clarke and Jon Duplaniter held down the hill for the Triple-A Reno Aces, now they’re providing some bite toward the Arizona Diamondbacks’ rotation.
Diamondbacks’ Jake Lamb back in the fold with Reno Aces
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 5:38pmArizona Diamondbacks infielder Jake Lamb is back in the baseball fold with the Triple-A Reno Aces.
Reno boxing: Mariano wins debut, another draw for Elizondo
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/08/2019 - 10:15pmDiego Elizondo returned to the boxing ring in the same fashion as he left it a year ago, with a draw Saturday at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. Meanwhile, Reno’s J.J. Mariano won his pro debut by a fourth round technical knockout.
Fresh face leading Aces front office is veteran baseball man
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/07/2019 - 10:52pmLooks can be deceiving, and Reno Aces — and Reno 1868 president — Eric Edelstein is a prime example.
Nevada hoops: Forward Jordan Brown transfers to Arizona
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/07/2019 - 12:31pmJordan Brown is headed to the Arizona desert.
The former five-star basketball recruit and Nevada player transferred to the University of Arizona on Friday, he announced on his twitter account.
Valdez keeps it classy in buildup for title defense in Reno
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 8:47pmIt’s almost time for the highly anticipated world title fight between Oscar Valdez and Jason Sanchez.
The featherweight boxers will touch gloves as the ESPN-televised main event on June 8 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.
Major Leagues harvest baseball talent from Silver State
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 10:09pmThe state of Nevada took a big-league swing this week.
Three players from the University of Nevada, Reno and two more from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas were drafted to the Major Leagues during the three-day event featuring 40 rounds and more than 1,215 selections.
Reno boxer JJ Mariano gets defensive for pro debut Saturday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 7:21pmJJ Mariano has the weight of the Biggest Little City resting on his shoulders heading into his first professional fight.
Carson City BMX hosts Olympic and Super Strider Day this Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 12:14pmEver want to try the extreme sport of BMX? Now's the time to try. Carson City BMX is holding its annual Olympic Day this Sunday. Come ride and race the track. You do not have to be a USABMX member for this race and it's free.
Arizona deals master of cards Tyler Heineman to Miami
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 11:02pmReno Aces catcher Tyler Heineman, who dabbles as an illusionist, has disappeared from Greater Nevada Field.
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded Heineman to the Miami Marlins on Tuesday for cash considerations, according to MLB Trade Rumors.
Unbeaten pro Diego Elizondo stands tall in Carson City gym
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/01/2019 - 11:41amDiego Elizondo’s dream is kindled in an 8,000 square-foot gym at the Tazmanian Boxing Club in Carson City.
Carson Football Wraps Up Spring Football Practice
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 12:59pmThe Carson High School Football team wrapped up their spring practices Thursday with a 7 on 7 match-up with the Fernley Vaqueros. It was a positive showing for the Senators as Quarterback Will Breeding threw four touchdowns to four different receivers.
Annual Special Olympics Nevada Summer Games held this weekend in Reno
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:25amMore than 300 Special Olympics athletes from across the state will converge this weekend in Reno for the annual Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) Summer Games. The torch was carried through Carson City Friday on its way to the games.
The forearm ‘whiskerer’ — Aces Cody Decker hits 200th HR
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 10:06pmReno Aces bearded slugger Cody Decker smashes baseballs at the plate and forearms in the dugout.
Decker’s double not enough for Aces on Memorial Day
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 05/27/2019 - 4:40pmThe Las Vegas Aviators made a memorable comeback on Memorial Day at Greater Nevada Field.
RBIs from Cody Decker and Juniel Querecuto put the Aces up 7-5 in the bottom of the eighth, but Las Vegas rallied with a four-run ninth to steal the victory on Monday in Reno.