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Author Archives: Nick Lozito

Nick Lozito is a Sportswriter and designer whose work has appeared in The Oaklandside, Berkeleyside, KQED, San Francisco Chronicle, and other publications. He is a graduate of Oakland Technical High School and Sacramento State University.

A black and white photograph of a Black man in golf attire is displayed on a table with other items.
Posted inArts & Community

Black golf pioneer Lucious Bateman mentored a generation of East Bay players

by Nick Lozito September 21, 2023September 21, 2023

The Oakland legend was good enough for the PGA. But his career was stymied by endemic racism in the sport.

A collage of black and white and old color photographs of Black baseball players.
Posted inArts & Community

Baseball history in Oakland goes way deeper than the A’s

by Nick Lozito September 14, 2023September 15, 2023

Local ballplayers and coaches—from Little League to MLB—have shaped the history of America’s pastime, on and off the field.

Posted inArts & Community

Fire destroyed clubhouse, but not legacy of Oakland’s Chabot Golf Course

by Nick Lozito June 26, 2023August 24, 2023

The century-old course has been a home to PGA champions, a refuge for Black golfing pioneers, and a training ground for East Bay kids.

Faatimah Amen-Ra, co-founder of the Women's Premier Basketball Association, smiling with arms crossed in front of a window reflecting her image and an apartment building.
Posted inArts & Community

Basketball took her to 4 continents but she returned to Oakland to start a league

by Nick Lozito June 2, 2023June 2, 2023

Faatimah Amen-Ra A is preparing for the Women’s Premier Basketball Association’s second season. She says the pre-professional league is “vital for Oakland.”

Two fans decked out in Oakland A's gear. One holds a sign that reads "sell" and the other is wearing a foam middle finger with the words "Fisher out" written on it.
Posted inArts & Community

‘This is not our fault:’ Oakland A’s fans are defending their image

by Nick Lozito May 1, 2023May 5, 2023

Some are refusing to buy tickets while others plan a “reverse boycott.” But many die-hards are blaming Athletics owner John Fisher for the team’s likely move to Vegas.

Posted inArts & Community

How to attend the Tech and Oakland High basketball state championship parades

by Nick Lozito April 13, 2023April 13, 2023

Oakland Tech girls and Oakland High boys will be honored Sunday with a parade around Lake Merritt and rally at Frank Ogawa Plaza.

Oakland Tech girls' basketball team pose for a group photo
Posted inArts & Community

Oakland Tech girls win third consecutive basketball state championship

by Nick Lozito March 11, 2023March 11, 2023

Now in CIF Division I, the Bulldogs have become a dynasty team.

Posted inArts & Community

Oakland High School boys win first basketball state championship

by Nick Lozito March 11, 2023March 11, 2023

Capping a turnaround season, the CIF Division III title brings long-sought recognition to the Wildcats’ program.

Posted inArts & Community

Photos: Oakland High tops Oakland Tech to advance to boys basketball state title game

by Nick Lozito March 8, 2023March 11, 2023

Oakland High star player Money Williams scores 25 points. And Oakland Tech’s girls are seeking their third consecutive state championship.

Taliyah Logwood took over the fourth quarter in Oakland Tech's first-round win over McClatchy.
Posted inArts & Community

Oakland Tech girls basketball aiming for third consecutive state title

by Nick Lozito March 7, 2023March 11, 2023

Taliyah Logwood, the Bulldogs’ defensive stopper, has found a home on the court and in classroom with support from her head coach, Leroy Hurt.

Posted inArts & Community

It’s Oakland vs. Oakland in the boys basketball state championship semifinal

by Nick Lozito March 6, 2023March 7, 2023

A saga of a season that’s seen Oakland High and Oakland Tech clash in three thrilling matches will culminate at Laney College on Tuesday.

McClymonds High School basketball coach Barry Bell roams the sidelines during a game against Oakland High.
Posted inArts & Community

Can McClymonds High basketball return to its glory days?

by Nick Lozito February 17, 2023March 11, 2023

The alma mater of NBA greats Bill Russell and Paul Silas is making strides under second-year coach and alum Barry Bell.

Posted inArts & Community

Oakland Technical High School honors its inaugural Hall of Fame class

Avatar photo by Nick Lozito and Amir Aziz January 24, 2023March 11, 2023

Marshawn Lynch, Dr. Alexis Gray-Lawson, Rickey Henderson, Josh Johnson among honorees.

Posted inArts & Community

Record-setting kick propels McClymonds High football into rivalry game

by Nick Lozito November 9, 2022March 11, 2023

Oakland High senior captures girls tennis title; Skyline volleyball advances; Tech alum gets Key to the City.

Posted inArts & Community

‘Powerhouse’ Skyline High volleyball team delivers Oakland Athletic League title

by Nick Lozito November 3, 2022March 11, 2023

Skyline and Oakland Tech face off again in the CIF Oakland Section championship match Nov. 3 at Fremont High before moving on to the state tournament.

Posted inArts & Community

The journeyman quarterback who never left Oakland

by Nick Lozito October 19, 2022December 7, 2022

A mother’s discipline, a late coach’s mentorship, and his Oakland Tech roots drive Josh Johnson’s record 14-team NFL career.

Posted inArts & Community

Oakland native Tyson Ross trains for a major league comeback while finishing his UC Berkeley degree

by Nick Lozito July 15, 2022July 25, 2022

Ross and former Cal baseball teammate B.J. Guinn aim to diversify baseball by helping young players of color care for themselves.

Posted inArts & Community

Politicians sabotaged Midnight Basketball. 30 years later, Oakland’s chapter pushes forward

by Nick Lozito June 7, 2022February 9, 2023

The youth development program headquartered in Oakland became a pawn in Republican-Democrat policy fights in the 1990s.

Posted inArts & Community

This Oakland women’s basketball league helps locals go pro around the world

by Nick Lozito May 13, 2022May 13, 2022

And could a local WNBA team be in the cards?

Posted inHealth & Environment

Oakland pools are reopening at full capacity for the summer

by Nick Lozito May 10, 2022May 10, 2022

New jobs and trainings are posted for the city’s summer swimming programs.

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