On Eve Of Games, Bush Heads To Asia Aug 3, 2008
Bush Sees Sports, But Politics Abound At Games - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Rock Band Live Tour Aug 1, 2008
October 5 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena 8 Phoenix, AZ Jobing. com Arena 9 Las Vegas, NV Hard Rock Outdoors 10 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center 11 San Jose, CA SJ Events Center 12 Sacramento, CA Arco Arena 14 Seattle, WA Everett Event Center 16 Salt Lake City, UT The E Center 17 Denver, CO Broomfield Events Center 18 Lincoln, NE Pershing Center 19 St. Louis, MO Scott Trade Center 21 Minneapolis, MN Target Center 22 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena 23 Detroit, MI EMU 24 Toronto, Canada Arrow Hall... (IGN PS2)
Panic At The Disco, Dashboard Confessional To Co-Headline 'Rock Band' Live Tour Jul 31, 2008
10/5 - San Diego, CA @ San Diego Sports Arena. 10/8 - Glendale, AZ @ Jobing. (VHI.com -- Music News)
TE Gates Among Four Players Placed On PUP List By San Diego Jul 26, 2008
Saturday, July 26, 2008, 5:35 am. Images, clips, blog and more. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Jimi Hendrix to Make Video Game Debut on Guitar Hero World Tour Jul 23, 2008
One of the most creative and influential musicians of the 20th century, Hendrix will be featured in the game as a playable character, along with two of his most recognizable master tracks, "Purple Haze (Live)" recorded in 1969 at the San Diego Sports Arena and "The Wind Cries Mary." Additional exclusive songs from the legendary artist will follow as downloadable content. "Guitar Hero games have become the virtual rock stage for the industry's most beloved artists and Guitar Hero World Tour... (IGN PS2)
Jimi Hendrix Coming to Next Edition of 'Guitar Hero' Jul 20, 2008
An avatar of Hendrix as well as the song "The Wind Cries Mary" and a live version of "Purple Haze," which was recorded in 1969 at the San Diego Sports Arena, will be included on "Guitar Hero World Tour" the fourth edition of the popular game franchise scheduled for release Oct. 27. "World Tour" will be the first "Guitar Hero" to feature playable drums and a microphone. (Fox News)
Discount tickets offered to area concerts Jul 19, 2008
Wojas, whose company books the San Diego Sports Arena, Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay, Valley View Casino and other venues, said he doesn't see things getting better until spring or next summer. It's a real concern. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bennett, Mellencamp, Mayer, Henley Join Joel At Shea Jul 18, 2008
July 17, 2008 , 11:00 AM ET. Ray Waddell, N.Y. Even with a night of crowd-pleasing special guests, at a stadium in its final days with the imposing shadow of a new showplace over his shoulder, and his versatile band ruled the night yesterday (July 16) in the first of two "Last Play at " concerts. (Billboard.com)
British Open: Greg Norman On Attack Jul 18, 2008
Greg Norman On Attack At British Open - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Packers Allege Tampering By Vikings Jul 17, 2008
Packers Claim Vikings Tampered With Favre - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Women's Olympic Soccer Team Arrives In San Diego Jul 15, 2008
Tuesday, July 15, 2008, 5:36 am. Win tickets to private Opening Ceremony viewing party. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Beijing Won't Serve Dog Meat During Games Jul 13, 2008
Dog Meat Taken Off China Menus For Olympics - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Track Trials: Tyson Gay Injured In 200m Jul 6, 2008
Tyson Gay Injured At Track Trials - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
One More World Record Falls To Phelps Jul 5, 2008
Phelps Takes Yet Another World Record - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
There was reason Cups here didn't make that list Jun 24, 2008
Did they leave a lasting footprint on the memory of the average San Diego sports fan. I don't get that vibe. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ethan Coen, Queen Elizabeth II, George Michael Jun 20, 2008
It happened "almost without a whisper in England, but it was basically because we weren't that concerned about the word 'marriage."' He added, "because this is a much more religious society, there are a huge number of people" who want "unions to be part of something that they can place in their religion," so marriage is "much more important here. I think that's why it's so long in arriving." Michael began the "25 Live" tour at the San Diego Sports Arena. (AP). (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Best sporting events of a San Diego lifetime Jun 19, 2008
This observer of San Diego sports since USD billed itself as the Notre Dame of the West says not quite ... The 1984 National League Championship Series: Even before Steve Garvey's homer which might be the greatest single moment in San Diego sports this city had gone bonkers over the Padres-Cubs series. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
George Michael sounds off on gay marriage Jun 19, 2008
The next day, Michael kicked off the multi-city "25 Live" tour at the San Diego Sports Arena. Why so long between concerts here. (MSNBC -- News)
Da' Tara Upsets Big Brown At Belmont Jun 8, 2008
Da' Tara Shocker: Colt Upsets Big Brown - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Friday Freebie Jun 6, 2008
You can see "Sesame Street Live" at the San Diego Sports Arena June 26 - 29, 2008. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Friend Unimpressed By Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jun 6, 2008
Friend: Earnhardt Jr.'s Not 'That Great' - San Diego Sports News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
O.J. Mayo accuser will cooperate May 21, 2008
In late June, depositions are slated in a lawsuit filed by San Diego sports marketer Lloyd Lake. He is suing Bush and his parents for reimbursement of the cash and benefits he says he gave them. (USA Today -- Sports)
NBA's 'one and done' rule may have role in abuses May 13, 2008
San Diego sports marketer Lloyd Lake says he gave 2005 Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush and his family nearly $300,000 in cash and benefits. Officials from the Pacific-10 Conference and USC would not comment, but the school released a statement late Monday saying, "We are in contact with the NCAA and the Pac-10 and are working with both in a cooperative investigation to review these new allegations.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Life after 'American Idol' May 13, 2008
The top 12 finalists are slated to appear on the May 21 season finale, then she'll prepare for the "American Idol" summer tour that comes to the San Diego Sports Arena on July 2. Was the duet with Johns on "Ellen" a glimpse of something to come on the tour. (North County Times)
New controversy rocks USC as Mayo allegations surface May 12, 2008
The allegations against Mayo come only weeks before depositions are slated to be heard in a lawsuit filed by San Diego sports marketer Lloyd Lake against Bush, the Heisman Trophy-winning running back now with the New Orleans Saints. Lake is suing Bush and his parents for reimbursement of $291,000 he says he gave to Bush and his family while Bush played at USC.. (USA Today -- Sports)
Long, long night of baseball in San Diego Apr 18, 2008
By The Associated Press. Friday, April 18, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Alicia Keys Gears Up for North American Leg of As I Am Tour Presented By Lexus on April 19th Apr 17, 2008
THE ALICIA KEYS AS I AM TOUR PRESENTED BY LEXUS (Updated 4/7/08 ~ Dates are subject to change): DATE CITY VENUE Sat-Apr-19 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum Mon-Apr-21 Philadelphia, PA Liacouras Center Tue-Apr-22 Pittsburgh, PA Peterson Events Center Thu-Apr-24 Cleveland, OH Wolstein Center @ CSU Sat-Apr-26 Columbus, OH Value City Arena @ Schottenstein Ctr Sun-Apr-27 St Louis, MO Scottrade Center Wed-Apr-30 Minneapolis, MN Target Center Thu-May-01 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center Sun-May 04 Anaheim, CA... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New source, same funds for events Apr 15, 2008
The Holiday Bowl, Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and other San Diego sports events likely will receive the same or more annual funding from hotel revenues under the newly created tourism marketing district. The district, a separate nonprofit, began in January and is funded by a 2 percent assessment on gross room rentals for hotels with at least 70 rooms. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
The big business of the Final Four Apr 8, 2008
A capacity crowd of 15,153 watched UCLAs 92-85 defeat of Kentucky in the San Diego Sports Arena. Take a look at this years Final Four. (MSNBC -- Business)
George Michael Puts Faith In U.S. Tour Apr 5, 2008
April 04, 2008, 2:10 PM ET. Jonathan Cohen, N.Y. After a 17-year hiatus, George Michael is giving the U.S. touring market one more try. (Billboard.com)
Humphrey's concert season announced Mar 26, 2008
As the twin juggernauts behind Viejas Entertainment, Redfearn and Wojas also booked concerts at venues as varied as the San Diego Sports Arena, Copley Symphony Hall and SOMA. However, last June, they and all but one member of their seven-person Viejas Entertainment staff were hired away by national concert industry powerhouse AEG Live to head up its newly launched San Diego branch. In addition to Humphrey's, AEG Live now has exclusive concert booking contracts with Valley View Casino and the Del... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
West: San Diego's run ends Mar 24, 2008
Western Kentucky Eliminates San Diego sports. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Sexist remark shines a light on shortage of female film critics Mar 15, 2008
San Diego Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Midway District. $40. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Tribute to reggae Feb 15, 2008
The yearly event started small at (long-gone) International Blend coffeehouse in North Park and the Jackie Robinson YMCA in Southeast San Diego, then grew so big that it eventually took the San Diego Sports Arena to accommodate it ... Where: San Diego Sports Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Midway area. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Win Tickets To Stars On Ice Feb 5, 2008
The event is coming to the San Diego Sports Arena on Saturday, February 9, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.. Cast:SASHA COHEN Olympic Silver Medalist ILIA KULIK Olympic Gold Medalist TODD ELDREDGE World Champion XUE SHEN & HONGBO ZHAO Two-time Olympic Bronze Medalists YUKA SATO World Champion MARIE-FRANCE DUBREUIL & PATRICE LAUZON Two-time World Silver Medalists MICHAEL WEISS Two-time World Bronze Medalist KYOKO INA & JOHN ZIMMERMAN World Bronze Medalists JENNIFER ROBINSON Six-time Canadian... (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Lexus Presents the Alicia Keys As I Am Tour at Super Bowl XLII Feb 1, 2008
DATE CITY VENUE Sat-Apr-19 Hampton, VA Hampton Coliseum Sun-Apr-20 Philadelphia Liacouras Center Tue-Apr-22 Pittsburgh Peterson Events Center Thu-Apr-24 Chicago, IL Allstate Arena Sat-Apr-26 Columbus, OH Value City Arena at Schottenstein Ctr Sun-Apr-27 St Louis, MO Scottrade Center Wed-Apr-30 Minneapolis, MN Target Center Thu-May-01 Kansas City, MO Sprint Center Mon-May-05 Los Angeles, CA TBA Wed-May-07 San Diego, CA San Diego Sports Arena Fri-May-09 Las Vegas, NV MGM Garden Arena Sat-May-10 San... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bush rips accusers Jan 22, 2008
Judi Bottoni / APA San Diego sports marketer claims in a new book that he gave former Southern California running back Reggie Bush nearly $300,000 in cash while Bush was still in college. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
The New New England -- Patriots fans find refuge in hostile Chargers territory Jan 20, 2008
Ward joined after a bad experience last year at a San Diego sports bar, where she watched the Chargers lose a playoff game to the Patriots. The Chargers had entered the second half with an 8-point lead before the bitter 24-21 loss. (North County Times)
Outdated facilities can't slow organizers Jan 18, 2008
San Diego's sports climate was considerably different in 1960 when a group of 10 civic and business leaders formed the Greater San Diego Sports Association with the goal of relocating the Los Angeles Chargers some 120 miles south. At the time, the major sports franchises in San Diego were the Padres of the Pacific Coast League, San Diego State, the Marine Corps Recruit Depot and San Diego High. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Clark goes from tapping toes to body blows Jan 16, 2008
Few athletes have made a transition as sweeping as the one this 23-year-old has made from studying tap and jazz dancing at SCPA in Paradise Hills to winning a place on the U.S. national boxing team that is to oppose Mexico's national team at the San Diego Sports Arena on Friday. To further his boxing ambitions, Clark had to leave San Diego and spend four years at the U.S. Olympic Education Center at Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Mich. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
You Can Begin Your Best Year Ever With Free Tickets! Jan 15, 2008
One lucky winner will be chosen each day this week to receive two tickets to the Secret Your Best Year Ever on Saturday, January 19th at the San Diego Sports Arena so enter today. Links We Like. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Lake believes USC knew of gifts Jan 15, 2008
By David Wharton, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer January 15, 2008 A would-be San Diego sports marketer said Monday he laments dragging USC into alleged business dealings between him and former Trojans tailback Reggie Bush, a failed venture that has prompted a civil lawsuit and an NCAA investigation. In a lengthy telephone interview, Lloyd Lake offered no evidence that USC officials were aware of the cash and gifts he allegedly showered on Bush. (Los Angeles Times)
Marketer Says He Spoke With Reggie Bush Jan 12, 2008
A San Diego sports marketer claims in a new book that he gave former Southern California running back Reggie Bush nearly US 300,000 in cash while Bush was still in college. (AP Photo/Judi Bottoni, file). (Rapid City Journal, SD)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL Huskies' booster tried bribe to gain Willingham's firing Jan 11, 2008
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / Huskies' booster tried bribe to gain Willingham's firing (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Book says Bush received cash while at USC Jan 11, 2008
LOS ANGELES - A San Diego sports marketer claims in a new book that he gave former Southern California running back Reggie Bush nearly $300,000 in cash while Bush was still in college. Based largely on interviews with Lloyd Lake, who tried to secure Bush as a client for the marketing company he attempted to launch, Tarnished Heisman claims the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner was provided with hotel stays, cash for shopping sprees and money to buy and customize a car. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pack's Morgan to enter NFL draft Jan 11, 2008
A San Diego sports marketer claims in a new book that he gave former Southern California running back Reggie Bush nearly $300,000 in cash while Bush was still in college. Three days after winning the national title, LSU announced a plan to raise the price of football tickets by $5 per game. (News & Observer -- Sports)
New book points a finger at Bush Jan 10, 2008
template_bastemplate_bas Upcoming release alleges he was provided with hotel stays and given money for a car while at USC. By David Wharton and Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times Staff Writers January 10, 2008 In an upcoming book, a would-be San Diego sports marketer provides new details regarding allegations that he gave Reggie Bush tens of thousands in cash while Bush was still at USC.. "Tarnished Heisman" shifts much of the focus from Bush's parents -- who also allegedly received benefits -- to... (Los Angeles Times)
Viejas tribe plans major concert venue Jan 10, 2008
Viejas and Nederlander also plan to co-present concerts at other local sites, including the San Diego Sports Arena, where the two companies staged a concert by the rock bands Slayer and Marilyn Manson last August. Nederlander could use its clout to bring in artists who rarely perform in San Diego, such as Bruce Springsteen. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
L.T.'s talk lifts those clouds Jan 7, 2008
" The man in the dark, pinstripe top coat and gray turtle neck was LaDainian Tomlinson. Not that he needs an introduction, as everywhere his gait took him there was an outstretched hand, a back slap or just a smile that goes to a playoff winner. The parking lot scene -- honking horns penetrated the evening -- mirrored the landscape inside. High-fives and big grins were all around as the Chargers defeated the Tennessee Titans for their first playoff win since the 1994 season.The black cloud... (North County Times)
MMA organizers fighting to find combatants Jan 1, 2008
Twins are to be on opposite sides when the national boxing teams of the United States and Mexico oppose one another at the San Diego Sports Arena on Jan. 18. Javier Molina is a light welterweight on the U.S. team. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
UConn expedition: Elite Huskies arrive to face resurgent Aztecs Dec 20, 2007
Both coaches fulfilled their wishes, and when the teams play Friday, San Diego State expects a crowd that will surpass its all-time record for a women's basketball game -- 4,311, against UCLA in 1978 at the San Diego Sports Arena. The Aztecs will travel to Storrs, Conn. (North County Times)
Qualcomm site to host concert series Dec 20, 2007
San Diego Sports Arena (14,400) ... Locally, the company books most concerts at the San Diego Sports Arena and also presents shows at such venues as Copley Symphony Hall, SOMA, the Civic Theatre, the Del Mar Racetrack and the University of California San Diego's RIMAC Arena. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
U.S., Mexico brace for January showdown Dec 19, 2007
In an Olympic year, the national boxing teams of the United States and Mexico have been matched Friday, Jan. 18, at the San Diego Sports Arena for a Battle Across the Border. The event is being offered by the San Diego International Sports Council in partnership with U.S.A. Boxing, which administers amateur boxing in this country. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Poinsettia Bowl still young, but growing up Dec 19, 2007
But the Poinsettia Bowl is carving its niche in the San Diego sports scene, one that grows deeper with every game. On Thursday night, the college football orgy known as the bowl season kicks off with the Poinsettia Bowl. (North County Times)
Click Here to Win Tickets to Disney on Ice presents Princess Wishes Dec 18, 2007
January 30, 2008 through February 3, 2008 San Diego Sports Arena. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Lamb's Players lands a prize: 'Light' Dec 17, 2007
San Diego Sports Arena (sandiegoarena. com); Blue Man Group, Jan. 11; George Lopez, March 15. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Cardinals Ship Edmonds To San Diego Dec 16, 2007
Sunday, December 16, 2007, 4:37 am. Submit photos, find local events and a map of holiday lights. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Benefit features quick sets by top-notch locals Dec 3, 2007
Tribute to the Reggae Legends will be held Feb. 18 at the San Diego Sports Arena and will honor South African reggae star Lucky Dube, who was murdered during an Oct. 18 carjacking in Johannesburg. (For its first quarter-century the festival was known as the Bob Marley Day Festival; the name was changed in recent years for legal reasons). (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Meet the Gym Class Heroes in San Diego! Dec 1, 2007
The band members - Travis McCoy, Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo, Eric Roberts and Matt McGinley - are appearing in support of "The Young Wild Things Tour" which stops on Dec. 1 at the San Diego Sports Arena. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bill Center chat transcript Nov 20, 2007
aztecfire(Q) the san diego sports council seems to be powerful to get events here to san diego for one or two time events why don't we hear more from them with reguards to SDSU future, USD future (expanding the slim gym or football stadium) or the chargers. BillCenter(A) The Sports Council has backed the Padres and Chargers, but it's fucus seems to be away from organizations and toward bringing new events to the area. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Aztecs press issue against the Toreros Nov 20, 2007
The Aztecs won for only the second time on USD's campus since 1975, although the stat is skewed by the fact that all games in the series from 1979-92 were played at the San Diego Sports Arena. -- Contact staff writer Michael Klitzing at (760) 740-6643 or. (North County Times)
Sports letters: Gettiing carried away Nov 19, 2007
And now I turn on the radio and Hacksaw Hamilton is on the air talking San Diego sports and wants me to show him my lightning bolts. I almost feel like a kid again. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Ozzy: 'I want people to take me seriously' Nov 16, 2007
In addition to receiving tickets for his Tuesday concert at the San Diego Sports Arena, the winners will visit the heavy-metal legend at his family's new home in an exclusive gated community in Los Angeles ... Where: San Diego Sports Arena. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Win Tickets In The Dancing With The Stars Tour Contest Nov 14, 2007
You and a guest can be close enough to see the amazing action when the Dancing With The Stars Tour comes to the San Diego Sports Arena on Thursday, December 27. Just enter below to win, then watch 10News at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, November 20, and Tuesday, November 27. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Bush camp to fight on Nov 14, 2007
The principles are not doing much talking but, based on interviews and information gathered over several months, it seems clear that Bush's advisors were split over whether to settle out of court with two would-be San Diego sports marketers who made the allegations. From the beginning, Bush has denied that he and his family did anything wrong. (Los Angeles Times)
