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Rams Offense OutShine The 49ers

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8 years ago

September 21, 2017

Santa Clara, CA – It came down to one play that was almost executed perfectly. Following a perfect onside kick recovery, Trent Taylor was called for pass inference. That penalty was crucial, losing yards and failing to convert on third down proved costly.

“We had penalties and turnovers,” said Carlos Hyde. “We were pretty much shooting ourselves in the foot. We have to eliminate that part. We started showcasing that at the end of the game. If we could have just come out like that, it could have been a different outcome for us.”

The Los Angeles Rams 41-39 victory over the 49ers felt like a playoff game to say the least. San Francisco’s comeback attempt was close, but the performance of Jared Goff was pretty spectacular. He probably played the best game of his career.

He went 22-of-28 for 292 yards with three touchdowns. Brian Hoyer became more aggressive in the second half going 23-of-37 for 332 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. The Rams scored three touchdowns in the second half while the 49ers had four.

An impressive finish was over shadowed by a bad penalty. Hyde who left the game in the first quarter with a hip injury dominated in the second half. Hyde’s 1-yard touchdown cut the lead down to two points. After a failed two-point conversion, the 49ers were hoping for a miracle and they got it.

“I don’t think the defense was set up the way we wanted them to be,” Taylor said. “They kind of reacted late to our play. It just didn’t work out the way we wanted to.”

Robbie Gould’s onside kick was recovered by Raheem Mostert, San Francisco had a chance to win the game. But a pass inference call on Taylor pushed them back, Hoyer then threw an incomplete pass followed by getting sacked. LA took over and survived the win.

It was unbelievable football for a Thursday night. The Rams recorded their second win while the 49ers are still winless. The effort was the best we’ve seen but it wasn’t enough to end their losing streak. Goff and his offense out played and out hustled San Francisco throughout the game, especially in the first half.

Hoyer’s pass was intercepted on opening drive by N. Robey-Coleman. That setup Todd Curley’s 3-yard touchdown which only took 4 seconds off the clock. Curley had 28 carries for 113 yards with two touchdowns. Goff had two weapons in both Gurley and Robert Woods.

“The guy made a good play,” said Hoyer when asked what happened on the first play. “He guessed right. We’re thinking with Marquise going over there, the speed that he has, the guy’s going to back way off. He just decided to sit on it so you chalk it up the guy making a good play. Making a good guess.”

Hoyer later made up for the early turnover and rushed for a 9-yard touchdown to tie the game. The 49ers used their running game to gain ground, unfortunately, during that same series, Hyde went out with a hip injury but returned in the second quarter ineffective.

Goff who didn’t get the opportunity to play last year at Levi’s Stadium took every opportunity to go deep. His 31-yard pass to Woods put LA in great field position before Goff connected with Gurley for a 7-yard touchdown putting the Rams up 14-7. If things couldn’t get any worse for San Francisco, Mostert rushed up the middle for no gain and fumbled the ball.

N. Robey recovered setting up Greg Zuerlein’s 48-yard field. Another costly penalty put the Rams back on the goal line. Right before the half ended Goff found Woods for a 13-yard pass and that put LA in the red zone. But a personal foul on Jimmie Ward with a helmet to helmet hit on Woods, for unnecessary roughness moved them to the goal line.

Gurley then rushed for the 2-yard touchdown giving the Rams a 24-13 lead. By the third the 49ers went back to their running game and this time Hyde dominated. San Francisco went for it on 4th and goal, with Hyde rushing in for the 1-yard touchdown. From there it became a battle between two teams who wanted desperately to win.

It was the 49ers who scored back-to-back touchdowns before squandering their chances with a few dumb penalties. Injuries were another factor, safety Jaquiski Tartt left the game with a concussion. Fullback Kyle Juszcyk had a neck injury and linebacker Brock Coyle also left the game with a concussion.

“I was proud of the guys, how they fought,” head coach Kyle Shanahan said. We just need to get better. We’ve got 10 days until our next game. It’s a division opponent in Arizona. I know we’re all excited for that. We’re going to have rehab for the guys to get healthy and try to get the players away from us for about three days.

I just really challenge them to use those three days away to get their bodies and minds right, because we plan on them coming back Monday and we plan on getting better each week. When you’re 0-3 and you’re facing some adversity, you either get better or worse.”

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Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.

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WNBA’s Golden State Valkyries Kick Off Season with Community Programs in Oakland

“The Golden State Valkyries are more than a team—they’re a movement,” said Oakland Interim-Mayor Kevin Jenkins. “Their touchdown in Oakland marks a new era of opportunity, inspiration, and equity in sports. This partnership reflects our city’s deep commitment to uplifting women, investing in youth, and building a community where every dream has a place to grow. We’re proud to welcome the Valkyries to The Town.”

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The Valkyries came to Oakland City Hall with a “Hoopbus.” Present were (from left to right): City Councilmembers Noel Gallo, Rebecca Kaplan, Zac Unger and Rowena Brown; Oakland Mayor-elect Barbara Lee, Valkyries President Jess Smith, a Valkyries team representative and Deputy Mayor LaNiece Jones. Photo courtesy Rebecca Kaplan’s office.

Team installs new nets at playgrounds, holds flag-raisings at City Halls in Oakland and S.F.

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The Golden State Valkyries brought the excitement of their inaugural season to every corner of the Bay Area with a full slate of community celebrations leading up to their historic home-opener against the Los Angeles Sparks at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Friday.

The week featured flag-raising ceremonies at city halls in Oakland and San Francisco, three “Violet Net” installation days at Oakland parks to encourage basketball play, fun “Hoopbus” takeovers at multiple schools presented by Kaiser Permanente, and player appearances.

In total, 90 violet nets were installed on 45 basketball courts across 34 public parks throughout Oakland this week. A list of the parks receiving violet nets can be found at Valkyries.com.

About the Golden State Valkyries

The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA affiliate of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, were announced as the 13th WNBA franchise on Oct. 5, 2023. According to Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike.

This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. Tipping off during the 2025 WNBA season, the team is headquartered in Oakland and will play home games at Chase Center in San Francisco. For Golden State Valkyries’ assets, including team logos, visit valkyries.com.

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McClymonds High Names School Gym for Star Graduate, Basketball Legend Bill Russell

William “Bill” Felton Russell was born on Feb. 12, 1934, and died on July 31, 2022. He achieved fame as a U.S. professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969. He was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that won 11 NBA championships during his 13-year career.

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Bill Russell and Brian McGhee in McClymonds High School Gym, 2011. Photo courtesy of Brian McGhee.

By Ken Epstein

West Oakland’s McClymonds High School, “the School of Champions,” this week named the school’s gymnasium in honor of one of its most famous graduates, basketball legend Bill Russell (class of ’52).

Russell is widely known as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. In 2011, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country’s highest civil honor, from President Barack Obama for Russell’s contributions to basketball and the Civil Rights Movement.

The McClymonds’ naming ceremony was held on Wednesday, the same day as Russell’s birthday. Oakland leader Bill Patterson, a longtime friend of Russell’s, was scheduled to cut the ribbon at the reopening of the gym, which had been closed for several months for renovation. Russell’s daughter Karen was scheduled to attend the ribbon cutting.

Russell’s name and signature are now printed on the gymnasium floor.

Patterson was working at DeFremery Park when he met Russell. “I befriended him as a boy and during his years at University of San Francisco” said Patterson. “We stayed friends for the rest of his life.”

Said McClymonds Principal Darielle Davis, herself a McClymonds graduate, “We are excited to honor Bill Russell for his sports accolades and because he broke color barriers. He is part of our legacy, and legacy is really important at McClymonds.”

Brian McGhee, community schools manager at McClymonds and former football player at UC Berkeley, said that Russell meant a lot to him and others at the school. “He was a beacon of light and hope for West Oakland,” he said. “He did a lot for sports and for civil rights.”

Starting in 2018, Ben “Coach” Tapscott worked with Patterson and other McClymonds grads, community members, and former coaches to encourage the Oakland Board of Education to endorse the naming of the school gym, which finally happened recently.

“We worked hard to make this happen,” said Tapscott. “He’s an important part of McClymond’s history, along with a lot of other famous graduates,” he said.