John Zant, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Sports By John Zant | Thu Apr 17, 2014 | 12:00am

Santa Barbara Marathoners Stay Boston Strong

A year after the Boston Marathon bombing, runners from all over the world are returning to Beantown for redemption.

Sports By John Zant | Mon Apr 14, 2014 | 1:06pm

Volleyball clash at San Marcos precedes Karch Kiraly Tournament. UCSB spikers host playoff against UCLA.

Sports By John Zant | Thu Apr 10, 2014 | 12:00am

Off to a 2-4 start in the conference, the Gauchos have a hill to climb to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

Sports By John Zant | Wed Apr 02, 2014 | 12:00am

An after-effect of Nick’s death is bringing attention to the danger of underwater swimming.

Sports By John Zant | Fri Mar 28, 2014 | 4:13pm

Modesto Christian wins state title, 64-55. Melgoza sets free-throw records.

Sports By John Zant | Wed Mar 26, 2014 | 12:00am

This weekend, two SBHS teams are poised to go as high and as far as they can possibly go: CIF State Finals and the USA Nationals.

Sports By John Zant | Tue Mar 25, 2014 | 5:48pm

Spring break features baseball, softball, roller derby, and a big basketball game in Sacramento.

Sports By John Zant | Thu Mar 20, 2014 | 12:00am

S.B. High heads to State Girls Basketball Championships.

Sports By John Zant | Thu Mar 20, 2014 | 12:00am

Gaucho men’s basketball is defeated while men’s baseball owns the field.

Sports By John Zant | Mon Mar 17, 2014 | 4:57pm

Dons host Mount Miguel in State Regional girls basketball semifinal.