- The Santa Barbara Independent

Cover Story By Jim Buckley | Wed Jul 24, 2024 | 9:00pm

Going for Gold … Times Three

Isla Vista’s Neushul family rides a chlorine-scented wave all the way to the Olympics.

Cover Story By Victor Bryant | Wed Mar 06, 2024 | 8:00pm

Luke Zuffelato rewrites Santa Barbara High’s record book.

Cover Story By Victor Bryant | Wed Nov 08, 2023 | 9:00pm

Going into his junior season, lead guard has NBA caliber skills.

Cover Story By Victor Bryant | Wed Apr 27, 2022 | 8:07pm

From their “Oprah” debut to signing-day ceremonies, the Goodmans reflect on their journey.

Cover Story By John Zant | Wed Feb 09, 2022 | 8:32pm

The Brazilian athlete is unofficially representing Santa Barbara.

Cover Story By Victor Bryant | Wed Aug 14, 2019 | 10:30pm

After a decade of training, Deacon Hill is Santa Barbara High starting QB.

Cover Story By John Zant | Thu Nov 29, 2018 | 12:00am

Harder Stadium is 2018’s stairway to soccer heaven.

Cover Story By John Zant | Thu Oct 25, 2018 | 12:00am

Celebrating 91 years of hard, happy work, from Santa Barbara City Hall to the L.A. Lakers.

By Keith Hamm | Thu Oct 05, 2017 | 12:00am

Santa Barbara coaches and doctors tackle ways to prevent head injuries in all youth sports.

Outdoors By Ethan Stewart | Thu Nov 17, 2016 | 12:00am

The 19-year-old prone paddler from Santa Barbara is competing in the world championships this week