Ward ends Dane's reign Nov 22, 2009
(11-21) 22:36 PST -- The only thing we didn't know about Andre Ward going into Saturday night's World Boxing Association championship fight at Oracle Arena in Oakland was how good a fighter he is ... Ward proves mettle, captures first title Articles The only thing we didn't know about Andre Ward going into Saturday night's World Boxing Association championship fight at Oracle Arena in Oakland was how good a fighter he is. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ward proves mettle, captures first title Nov 22, 2009
(11-21) 22:36 PST -- The only thing we didn't know about Andre Ward going into Saturday night's World Boxing Association championship fight at Oracle Arena in Oakland was how good a fighter he is. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Andre Ward vs Mikkel Kessler: Fight... Nov 22, 2009
Andre Ward wins a technical decision over Mikkel Kessler at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California and wins two points in final fight of group stage one. Ward picked up the WBA super middleweight title along with his two points for beating the tournament favorite in Kessler. (Suite101.com)
Elton John, Billy Joel concert postponed Nov 12, 2009
Elton John has postponed a concert scheduled for Saturday at the Oracle Arena in Oakland because of a bacterial infection and influenza, said promoter Live Nation. This week the 62-year-old singer announced that he was ready to resume his trouble-plagued tour with Billy Joel. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Danish champ Kessler prepared for test when he faces Olympic gold medalist Ward in Calif. Sep 18, 2009
The fight at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif. is just a short drive from where Ward was born. (FOX61, CT)
Keep Hold Of That Popcorn Boy! Aug 3, 2009
I remember my first game at the dump of an arena in Oakland, Ca. It was the teal clad, loveable losers California Golden Seals vs. Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers were in the middle of their Broad Street Bully days, so the fists were certainly flying. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Idol' 'also-rans' woo fans as tour hits Bay Area Jul 14, 2009
The latest American Idols Live concert reflected the new philosophy, offering a gimmick-free showcase for the 10 singers who rolled through the Oracle Arena in Oakland on Saturday night (and then through the HP Pavilion in San Jose on Sunday). The not-quite-sold-out crowd seemed more subdued than at previous shows, with one 15-minute exception. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Miranda trainer says no illegal substances used May 19, 2009
Bonilla claims the petroleum jelly and Adrenalin were approved by commission officials in the locker room at Oracle Arena in Oakland before the fight, Benbasat said. Bonilla also insists he used nothing but those approved substances during Miranda's loss. (USA Today -- Sports)
Date Lines: News from the Bay Area arts scene Mar 26, 2009
The shows, the pair's first local dates together since 2001, are scheduled for Nov. 14 at Oracle Arena in Oakland and Nov. 17 at HP Pavilion in San Jose. "I love touring with Billy," John said in a statement. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Valley grief stricken over death of Sgt. Danny... Mar 26, 2009
Services for Sgt. Danny Sakai are Friday, March 27, at the Oracle Arena in Oakland. Big Bear Valley is mourning a young man they remember as kind, bright and someone who always did his best. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
This week: Arts and entertainment picks Feb 23, 2009
The show moves March 4, 6, 7 and 8 to the Oracle Arena in Oakland. (800) 745-3000, ticketmaster. (San Francisco Chronicle)
