Stories by Bernie Wilson

Friday, May 10, 2013

Tough maneuver led to death during America's Cup training

SAN FRANCISCO - The America's Cup catamaran that capsized in San Francisco Bay, killing an Olympic gold medalist, nosedived during a difficult maneuver and broke into many pieces, an official said ...
By Bernie Wilson

Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012

Ryan, defense lead Falcons to victory

Matt Ryan threw touchdown passes to three different receivers and safety Thomas DeCoud had two interceptions and a fumble recovery for the Atlanta Falcons, who beat the Chargers 27-3.
By Bernie Wilson

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012

Falcons are Chargers' first real test

SAN DIEGO — On Sunday, the Chargers will face the 2-0 Atlanta Falcons at home in a showdown of two of the NFL's six undefeated teams.
By Bernie Wilson

Friday, Sept. 14, 2012

Padres to unveil statue of Coleman

The San Diego Padres will honor the long career of broadcaster and former Marine Corps pilot Jerry Coleman with at Petco Park.
By Bernie Wilson

Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012

Padres take series from Braves

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Padres finally have things sorted out in the owner's box and on the field.
By Bernie Wilson

Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012

Rookie shuts down Braves in debut

Casey Kelly combined with three relievers on a four-hitter to win his major league debut and Yasmani Grandal hit a two-run homer for the Padres, who extended their season-high streak to eight ...
By Bernie Wilson

Friday, May 11, 2012

Memorial service held for Seau

Hours after Junior Seau was buried in his hometown, thousands of fans attended a public memorial service at Qualcomm Stadium, where the hard-hitting linebacker starred for 13 seasons.
By Bernie Wilson

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Seau left mark on players, coaches

SAN DIEGO — In the days following his suicide, players and coaches fondly remembered their favorite moments with Junior Seau.
By Bernie Wilson

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Puma hoping for placid ride

With the frigid and violent Southern Ocean behind them, Ken Read and his Puma Ocean Racing crew are pointing their sloop Mar Mostro north. And they'll be hoping for some warm, smooth sailing when ...
By Bernie Wilson

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Solid start by Hudson is spoiled

Jason Bartlett hit an infield single to bring in the tying run with two outs, and Orlando Hudson followed with a two-run single as the Padres beat the Braves 4-1.
By Bernie Wilson

Monday, May 2, 2011

Sacramento gets another year to build new arena for Kings

The Sacramento Kings will remain in town for at least one more season to give Mayor Kevin Johnson a chance to follow through on his promise of a new arena.
By Bernie Wilson and Josh Dubow

Friday, Dec. 5, 2008

LT, Rivers lead Chargers to 34-7 win over Raiders

SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Chargers finally looked like world-beaters. It's probably too late.
By Bernie Wilson

Sunday, July 13, 2008

Peavy's work propels Padres

SAN DIEGO --- Pitching at home sure has its benefits for Jake Peavy.
By Bernie Wilson

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007

Chargers ax coach in the end

SAN DIEGO - Chargers coach Marty Schottenheimer was fired Monday night in a shocking move by team president Dean Spanos, who cited a "dysfunctional situation" between the coach and general manager ...
By Bernie Wilson

Monday, July 17, 2006

Atlanta tees off at Petco

SAN DIEGO - No record was safe from Chipper Jones and the Atlanta Braves, who made spacious Petco Park play like a bandbox.
By Bernie Wilson
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Charges filed in triple homicide

Richmond County sheriff's investigators have charged Ryan David Jones with three counts of murder and related charges in connection to Tuesday's discovery of three charred bodies in south ...
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