Where to watch ‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ in Orange County

• October 10, 2023

Taylor Swift fans in Southern California will get a second chance to see her SoFi Stadium show when “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” concert film comes to theaters on Oct. 13. The movie was filmed during the Los Angeles concerts in August.

Those who attended the first three night of her shows in Los Angeles were the first to get wind that an Eras Tour film would be coming out. Some fans assumed it would go straight to streaming like her previous projects “Taylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour” that premiered on Apple Music, “Taylor Swift Reputation Stadium Tour” available on Netflix and “Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions” which can be watched on Disney+.

However, on Aug. 31, Swift took to social media to drop the trailer for The Eras Tour Concert Film and announce it would be released in theaters in North America. A month later she shared that it would instead be coming to theaters worldwide.

Bringing the Eras Tours to cinemas is allowing many fans to not only relive the experience, but for some, it’s an opportunity to see the concert for the first time.

Things to know before you go:

In less than 24 hours the concert film had broken AMC’s U.S. record for the highest ticket sales revenue during a single day in their 103-year history. The movie theatre chain later announced that the film had already surpassed $100 million in global advance ticket sales.

While there are still plenty of shows available for the Oct. 13 opening night, some in demand times and locations have already sold out.

Tickets start a $19.89, a nod to her next re-record album “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” which will be released Oct. 27, 2023

For those looking for exclusive merchandise options, Cinemark, AMC, Regal and Galaxy Theaters are all offering Eras Tour themed popcorn buckets and cups. Mini Eras Tour Posters will be given out starting on opening night, but they are first come, first served.

@cinemark

Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour merch? SAY. LESS. Available in theaters starting 10/13. FYI: the cup is EXCLUSIVE to Cinemark and features a metallic design! #cinemark #taylorswift #erastour

♬ original sound – Taylor Nation

As far as rules about etiquette, many Swifties have taken it upon themselves to contact their local theaters to confirm singing, dancing and dressing up is allowed. AMC has put out a guide saying that singing and dancing is permitted, as long as it’s not on the chairs. Other AMC guidelines say there is no filming of the concert film.

@thefolkloretheorist

Replying to @TalPal Is this a concert or not? How loud CAN you be at the Eras tour movie? Let’s ask 3 local theaters what it would take to get thrown out. #swifttok #tstheerastour #erastourmovie #theerastourconcertfilm #taylorswift #greenscreen

♬ original sound – The Folklore Theorist

Taylor Nation, Swift’s official fan club account, took to Twitter to encourage fans to dress up in their favorite Eras Tour looks.

Dress code is #TSTheErasTour. #TSTheErasTourFilm https://t.co/ChaUS8l4mw pic.twitter.com/zWooSjguNI

— Taylor Nation (@taylornation13) September 13, 2023

The friendship bracelet trading made popular at the concerts will likely continue at the cinema, and it looks like some theaters are joining in on the fun. Alamo Theaters provided a FAQ just for the film and is hinting that they might have some friendship bracelets. There’s speculation that other theater chains such as AMC will also be gifting friendship bracelets.

Now that you know the rules, here are some tips for watching the movie with a little extra Swiftie shimmer.

Where to Watch the “Eras Tour” in Southern California

Orange County:

Regal Irvine Spectrum

According to reviews, this location recently underwent a renovation. The Irvine location has an expanded menu for Regal Theaters which includes Cheetos flavored popcorn, bacon cheese fries and pizza. There’s also a luxury wing that has “Regal King-Size Recliners.”

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

500 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

The Lot

Located at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, the Lot provides an upscale feel for moviegoers. The Lot’s restaurant offers a menu beyond most theaters that includes poke bowls, brussel sprouts and a cheese board in addition to breakfast options if you decide to see an early showing.

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

999 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas

This luxury movie going experience offers menu items such as a bacon jam burger and butter poached lobster tacos that can be delivered straight to your seat. There’s also bottomless popcorn and beverages. Unique to the menu is a self care option of under eye masks which pairs nicely with their recliner seats.

Google Reviews: 4.6/5

32401 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Los Angeles:

AMC Century City 15

This was the spot to be for Barbenheimer, the internet dubbed title for the double feature during “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” opening weekend. Part of the hype for this theater was that it brought out Barbie decor with outfits from the film on display and a pink makeover for the staircase. It will be interesting to see if something similar happens for the “Eras Tour” film, if not current tour outfits, maybe some from her catalog of costumes.

The theater is located within the Century City Mall, which also includes Cafe Landwer. Their menu features Eras Tour themed meals and drinks such as “Taylor Tots” and a “Holy Grounds” Iced Coffee.

@lisettexo_

The perfect swiftie pregame for the Eras Tour Movie located right next to the AMC theater thank you @Cafe Landwer – Century City for having me #theerastour #theerastourmovie #erastour #AMC

♬ original sound – swiftie

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

10250 Santa Monica Blvd #2000, Los Angeles, CA 90067

Paramount Drive-In

Attending a drive-in turns watching a movie into an experience instantly. Guests can either bring a chair to sit in or stay in the car. For those who don’t want to rely on car audio, other listening options include bringing a portable speaker or downloading a radio app. One of the best ways to see a drive-in is by making the most of your vehicle, preferably a truck, and filling it with pillows. For those with smaller cars who want to get the full Pinterest experience, U-Haul rents trucks starting at $20.

The Paramount Drive-In offers a snack bar on site if you want classic movie snacks like popcorn and candy but guests can also bring their own food in.

Google Reviews: 4.4/57770 Rosecrans Avenue

Paramount, CA 90723

AMC The Grove 14

The Grove has made a name for itself with many who visit Los Angeles making it a point just to stop at this mall to take a picture in front of the fountain. Not only are there plenty of options for cute photo opportunities with fellow Swifties at the Grove, there are a variety of restaurants to choose from for a pre-movie meal. Visitors can also make their way over to the Farmers Market, which houses an assortment of local vendors in a picturesque outdoor dining area.

Google Reviews: 4.5/5

189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood

The Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood has arguably some of the best recliner seats in Southern California. This is a small but important detail when selecting a movie theater: The seats recline just a tad further than the others, which provides a satisfying viewing experience.

In addition to the seats, Citywalk has a few other benefits to offer such as Universal Studios Hollywood being right next door, convenient for those who have an annual pass and want to go on some rides beforehand. Parking is in the same area as the theme park and $5 after showing your ticket.

Google Reviews: 4.5/5

100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema – Downtown Los Angeles

Here’s something cool about this theater, in addition to playing movies on the big screen, it also has a lounge where guests can rent movies out for free. The cinema also has recliner chairs, delivers food to your seat and as an added bonus, has an outdoor patio. The menu is loaded with different entree options and has a variety of flavored popcorn to enhance the experience.

Google Reviews: 4.7/5

700 W 7th St Ste. U240, Los Angeles, CA 90017

AMC DINE-IN Topanga 12

The Eras Tour has a run time of 2 hours and 40 minutes. If you don’t want to miss a second of it but want a dinner break, Topanga Mall is the way to go. The Theater offers concession deliveries straight to your seat so guests can decide what time they want it to arrive. For those who don’t want movie theater food, just two floors down is the newly opened “Topanga Social.” This modern take on a mall food court is home to 24 different dining options including Buratta House and Dumpling Monster.

Google Reviews: 3.9/5

Westfield Topanga 6600 CA-27, Canoga Park, CA 91303

AMC Porter Ranch 9

Locals will already know this, but this is the theater where Nicole Kidman filmed her iconic AMC preshow ad. There is bound to be a moment of empowerment before the film as a room full of Swifties recite in unison “Heartbreak feels good in a place like this.”

@nepthalyevargas

heartbreak feels good in a place like this #amc #nicolekidman #nicolekidmanamc

♬ BRENT MORGAN What Dreams Are Made Of – Brent Morgan

Google Reviews: 4.6/5

20059 Rinaldi St, Porter Ranch, CA 91326

Inland Empire:

AMC DINE-IN Montclair Place 12

Just like the AMC in Topanga, this theater offers a dine-in option straight to your seat. According to reviews, this location also serves alcohol. Not only are the seats able to recline but they’re heated as well. Other perks include IMAX and Dolby Cinema screens.

Google Review: 4.5/5

2200 N Montclair Plaza Ln, Montclair, CA 91763

Starlight Terra Vista 6 Movies

This is a small but mighty theater. Tickets are typically cheaper here than most chains, but since the Eras Tour film counts as a special event, tickets are going to start at $19.89 wherever you go. The biggest plus is that there are still plenty of tickets available at this theater so if you’re trying to organize a big group this might be your best bet.

Google Review: 4.3/5

10701 Town Center Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Galaxy Theatres Mission Grove

This location is showing the Eras Tour film in its DFX theater which features immersive audio from Dolby Atmos® in addition to recliner seats.

For those who want to turn movie night into a bigger date night, Castle Park is a quick drive away. The park has an amusement park rides, mini golf and even an arcade.

Google Review: 4.7/5

121 Alessandro Blvd, Riverside, CA 92508

Regal Riverside Plaza

How many times is too many times to watch the Eras Tour film during opening weekend? For those who made a “Mean Girls” reference and answered “the limit does not exist,” Regal at Riverside Plaza has its guests covered as they have 26 showings of the film within a 12-hour period on both Saturday and Sunday.

Regal has taken it upon themselves to break down Taylor Swift’s Cinematic History which highlights the singer’s concert movies, documentaries and acting roles which can help get any new fans up to speed or serve as source material for Taylor Swift Trivia while waiting for the film to start.

The location is only 8 minutes away from Downtown Riverside which has plenty of dining options such as Chat Noir, the Food Lab and Casey’s Cupcakes if you’re looking for a sweet treat.

Google Review: 4.5/5

3535 Riverside Plaza Dr, Riverside, CA 92506

Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre

When the Eras Tour was making its way across the U.S. this summer, many fans decided not to let the fact that they didn’t have tickets prevent them from listening to Swift live and instead tailgated the concert and listen from the parking lot. Why not bring back the best parts about that experience by decorating your car with your favorite lyrics painted on the windows and getting to the venue early to go from car to car trading friendship bracelets.

Drive-Ins are fun for all ages, especially when it doubles as a pajama party. Attendees can remain on theme as well. Fans can DIY a Junior Jewels shirt from the You Belong With Me music video and pair it with some plaid pajamas. Many have already given it an Eras Tour touch by swapping friend names on the shirt for Swift’s different albums.

Other comfy options include the Squirrel pajama set from the We Are Never Getting Back Together music video or bring back the phase of tie dying to replicate the Lover album artwork on a pair of sweats.

The Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre also doubles as a Swap Meet from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues. through Sun. which gives Swifties the opportunity to find some last minute outfit inspiration and other hidden treasures.

@_.brendab

We brought our whole matress it was our 1st time at the drive in & our kids LOVED it!! #momsoftiktok #drivein #familymovienight #supermariobros #movienifht #driveinmovie #vanburendrivein #momlife #momtok #familythings #foryou #fypシ

♬ Super Mario Bros Main Theme – Geek Music

Google Review: 4.3/5

3770 Opal St, Riverside, CA 92509

Van Buren Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet

Good news for those looking for last minute tickets for the Eras Tour film, there is no advance purchase option at the Van Buren Drive-In. That means tickets are first come, first serve. It makes for a great last minute option that is just as fun. Chairs are allowed as long as they don’t block anyone’s view.

You can get your typical movie theater snacks as well as burritos and tacos from the concession area.

The box office opens one hour before show time on Fridays and Saturdays and 30 minutes before Sundays-Thursdays. The film is playing only on weekends until Nov. 5.

Google Review: 4.4/5

3035 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92503

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Still can’t decide? Here’s a more detailed list of movie theaters playing the Eras Tour in Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire.

Los Angeles:

San Fernando Valley/Los Angeles:

AMC Town Center 6, BurbankAMC Town Center 8, BurbankAMC 16, BurbankRegency Calabasas Commons, CalabasasAMC Topanga 12, Canoga ParkRegal Edwards, Canyon CountryAMC The Americana at Brand 18, GlendaleLaemmle, GlendaleLOOK Cinemas, GlendaleRegency 9, Granada HillsTLC Chinese Theatres, HollywoodRegal UA, La Cañada FlintridgeAMC Century City 15, Los AngelesAMC The Grove 14, Los AngelesAlamo Drafthouse, Los AngelesRegal LA Live, Los AngelesLaemmle, NewhallCinemark Century, North HollywoodLaemmle 7, North HollywoodRegal, North HollywoodAMC, NorthridgeAMC, Porter RanchRegal Edwards Valencia, Santa ClaritaRegal Sherman Oaks Galleria, Sherman OaksRegal Simi Valley Civic Center, Simi ValleyRegency Plant 16, Van NuysUniversal Cinema AMC at CityWalk, Universal CityAMC Fallbrook 7, West Hills

San Gabriel Valley:

Regal Edwards Renaissance, AlhambraAMC Santa Anita 16, ArcadiaRegency Foothill Center 10, AzusaRegency 14, City of CommerceAMC 17, CovinaLaemmle, GlendaleLOOK Cinemas, GlendaleAMC 12, GlendoraAMC 7, La MiradaLOOK Cinemas, MonroviaAMC 10, MontebelloAMC Atlantic Times Square 14, Monterey ParkLandmark Theatres, PasadenaRegal Paseo, PasadenaCinépolis, Pico RiveraAMC 20, Puente HillsRegal Edwards, South GateRegal Edwards, West CovinaWhittier Village Stadium Cinemas, Whittier

South Bay:

AMC Del Amo 18, TorranceRolling Hills, TorranceAMC South Bay Galleria 16, Redondo BeachRegal Promenade, Rolling Hills EstatesTerrace Cinemas, Rancho Palos VerdesRegal Edwards, South Gate

Long Beach area:

AMC Marina Pacifica 12, Long BeachCinemark at the Pike, Long BeachRegal Edwards, Long BeachCinemark, CarsonHarkins 16, CerritosRegal Edwards, CerritosCinemark, DowneyLOOK Cinemas, DowneyStarlight Center, LakewoodAMC 20, Norwalk

Orange County:

Regal Edwards, Aliso Viejo

AMC GardenWalk 6, Anaheim

Regal Edwards Brea East, Brea

CGV Cinemas 8, Buena Park

Krikorian Metroplex, Buena Park

Regal Edwards Metro Pointe, Costa Mesa

Triangle Square Cinemas, Costa Mesa

Cinemark Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch

AMC Fullerton 20, Fullerton

Regal, Garden Grove

West Grove Cinemas, Garden Grove

Cinemark Century, Huntington Beach

AMC Woodbridge 5, Irvine

Regal Edwards Market Place, Irvine

Regal Irvine Spectrum, Irvine

Regal University Town Center, Irvine

Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Laguna Niguel

Regal, La Habra

Regal Edwards Kaleidoscope, Mission Viejo

Regal Edwards Big Newport, Newport Beach

The Lot Fashion Island, Newport Beach

AMC Orange 30, Orange

Cinemark Century Orange, Orange

Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, Rancho Santa Margarita

MetroLux 10, San Clemente

Picture Show at Main Place Mall, Santa Ana

AMC 14, Tustin

Regency 10, Westminster

Regal, Yorba Linda

Inland Empire:

Fox Cineplex, Banning

2nd Street Cinema, Beaumont

Cinemark Chino Movies 8, Chino

Harkins Chino Hills 18, Chino

Laemmle, Claremont

Dos Lagos 15, Corona

Regal Edwards Corona Crossings, Corona

Regal Edwards Eastvale Gateway, Eastvale

Regency Fontana 8, Fontana

UEC Theatres Diamond 8, Lake Elsinore

AMC Montclair Place 12, Montclair

Harkens Moreno Valley 16, Moreno Valley

Regency Towngate Cinemas, Moreno Valley

Reading Cinemas at Cal Oaks Plaza, Murrieta

AMC Ontario Mills 30, Ontario

Regal Edwards Ontario Palace, Ontario

Regal Edwards Ontario Mountain Village, Ontario

Regency 10, Perris

AMC Victoria Gardens 12, Rancho Cucamonga

Starlight Terra Vista 6, Rancho Cucamonga

LOOK Cinemas, Redlands

Harkins Mountain Grove, Redlands

Cinemark Bistro Renaissance Marketplace, Rialto

AMC Tyler Galleria, Riverside

Regal Jurupa 14, Riverside

Regal Riverside Plaza, Riverside

Regal, San Bernardino

Regency Sterling 6, San Bernardino

Regal Metro, San Jacinto

AMC Temecula 10, Temecula

Regal Edwards, Promenade Mall, Temecula

Temeku Cinemas, Temecula

Regal Edwards, La Verne

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UCLA’s ‘creatures’ giving opposing offenses nightmares

• October 10, 2023

LOS ANGELES — Washington State coach Jake Dickert had a vivid reaction when faced with UCLA’s defense Saturday afternoon.

“They just have waves of these guys coming in and they’re creatures,” Dickert said during a postgame press conference. “And I don’t say that in a bad way. They’re big, long, they can rush the passer, they have aggressive schemes. And when you know you gotta pass, I think that’s when they pinned their ears back.”

The Bruins defense allowed just 216 yards and only 12 on the ground in a 25-17 win over the Cougars. It was also the fourth consecutive game in which UCLA (4-1, 1-1), now ranked 18th in the country, gave up less than 300 yards of total offense. The defense has multiple tried-and-true pieces, but transfers are adding to the unit’s capabilities as well.

Oluwafemi Oladejo and Jordan Anderson each forced turnovers against Washington State, which was ranked 13th in the country, with an interception and two forced fumbles, respectively.

“I almost dropped it, but thank god we got it,” Oladejo said of his interception.

Oladejo, a linebacker who transferred from California, and Anderson, a defensive back who transferred from Bowling Green, shared feelings after practice Tuesday of having to prove themselves.

“Everybody wants to get the opportunity to do it,” Anderson said. “When the opportunity is called, you know you’ve got to make the best of it. But we’re a family. So once everybody is doing everything good for the defense, we’re all cheering for each other so when that time is called, we’re going to make our time shine.”

UCLA’s defense is ranked in the top 10 in the nation in team sacks (tied for eighth with 18), tackles for loss per game (fifth with 8.8) and total defense (fifth with 254.2 yards per game).

As if Oladejo’s 17 tackles for Cal in last year’s 35-28 UCLA victory weren’t enough, redshirt senior linebacker Darius Muasau was won over by Oladejo shortly after he arrived from Berkeley.

“’Femi earned my respect,” said Muasau, who leads the Bruins with 26 total tackles and is second with four sacks. “He’s a hard-working dude. He comes in every day ready to work. He puts in the work in the weight room and on the field. He’s a great young man. I love to watch his growth as he progresses.”

The linebacker drills are completed with enthusiastic aggression each morning, and although he’s not leading off the drills, the 6-foot-3, 250-pound Oladejo embodies the UCLA defense. His feet are quick and each hit seems to land with a pop rather than a thud.

UCLA faces No. 15 Oregon State (5-1, 2-1) on Saturday in Corvallis. The Beavers average 205.5 rushing yards per game. Oladejo said, as a linebacker, these are the games that get him excited.

“Play fast, hit, get aggressive, trigger,” the junior said. “It’s going to be fun.”

Matavao feeling confident

Oregon transfer Moliki Matavao had his most productive game of the season Saturday when the 6-foot-6 tight end caught three passes for 76 yards.

“I thought (Matavao) was huge,” coach Chip Kelly said after the Washington State game. “He came up really big.”

Matavao, a redshirt sophomore, spoke to media after practice Tuesday and said his confidence has grown as he’s adjusted to UCLA’s offense and become more fluid in his route running. He’s still maintaining a level head ahead of Oregon State.

“We just had a good game, but we can’t be too high, can’t be too low,” he said. “I’ve gotta be steady and focused and it’s on to the next week.”

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Schedule changes

UCLA football announced updates to its 2024 and 2032 schedules Tuesday morning.

The Bruins will now play Fresno State on Nov. 30, 2024, instead of the originally slated date of Sept. 14, 2024. UCLA will also travel to Fresno State’s Valley Children’s Stadium for the first time for a game Sept. 4, 2032.

UCLA is 6-4 all-time against the Bulldogs, with nine of the contests held at the Rose Bowl.

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With motorists looking on, 116-foot-long rocket engines roll toward LA for reunion with shuttle

• October 10, 2023

Two mammoth space-age Solid Rocket Motors started their journey on Tuesday, Oct. 10 to a high-profile — and eventually vertical — reunion with the Space Shuttle Endeavour in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park.

Heavy-duty big rigs pulled the massive engines — donated by Northrop Grumman — from hangars where they’d been stored at the Mojave Air and Space Port north of Lancaster and set out on the road to L.A. Motorists got an eyeful as the motors, each measuring 116 feet long and more than 12 feet in diameter, rolled toward the city. Each one weighs 104,000 pounds.

The public is being invited to view the arrival as the motors are hauled off the Harbor (110) Freeway and driven along Figueroa Street and into the California Science Center on Wednesday morning.

Beginning at 7:30 a.m. the rocket motors will be hauled north on Figueroa Street from 43rd Place to 39th Street. When the motors reach Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard at 8 a.m., they will pause for an extended photo opportunity before officially moving to the Science Center at 9 a.m. The Science Center will open early at 9 a.m. Wednesday for the arrival celebration.

The arrival of the motors will occur 11 years to the day that  Endeavour began its captivating cross-town journey from LAX to the Science Center.

The rocket motors are the major components of the twin Solid Rocket Boosters that were used to propel the shuttles into space, using fuel from a connected massive external tank. All of the launch components — the shuttle, rocket boosters and fuel tank — will be included in the vertical display of Endeavour at its new home in the $400 million, 200,000-square-foot Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center.

When completed, the display will be the only vertical, launch-ready configuration of a  shuttle in the world.

The California Science Center artist rending of what the new space gallery will look like at the official ground breaking for its new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, which will become the permanent home of NASA’s retired space shuttle Endeavour Los Angeles CA, Wednesday, June 1, 2022.(Photo by Gene Blevins/Contributing Photographer)

Endeavour has been on display horizontally at the Science Center for 11 years. The massive external fuel tank is already at the Science Center, awaiting its upright positioning in the new display.

Delivery of the Solid Rocket Motors is one of the last major components needed for the arrangement. CSC officials in July officially began the process of creating the vertical display, in what they have dubbed a “Go for Stack” process.

The six-month process began in July with the installation of the rocket booster aft skirts. The next phase will be the move of the rocket motors and other components of the Solid Rocket Boosters into vertical position, followed by the placement of the External Fuel Tank, known as ET-94, into place.

The final component will be the delicate move of the shuttle itself across Exposition Park and the use of a crane to lift it into its vertical display, which will tower 200 feet into the air. The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center that will house the display will then be constructed around it, with opening planned in 2025.

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City News Service contributed to this report. 

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Three Orange County girls volleyball teams appear set for CIF-SS Division 1 playoffs

• October 10, 2023

The penultimate polls for CIF Southern Section girls volleyball that were released Tuesday  might reveal which eight teams will be selected to play in the Division 1 playoffs.

The top eight teams in the combined Divisions 1 and 2 poll, in order: 1. Mater Dei; 2. Mira Costa; 3. Huntington Beach; 4. Sierra Canyon; 5. Marymount; 6. Alemany; 7. Los Alamitos; 8. Palos Verdes. The CIF Southern Section places its Divisions 1 and 2 teams together in its rankings, then extracts the top eight teams at the end of the season to place them in the eight-team Division 1 playoff group.

Among the tams ranked 9-16 in the Divisions 1 and 2 poll are Trinity League teams JSerra, Orange Lutheran and Santa Margarita. Because only the top three finishers in a six-team league like the Trinity League, the league’s No. 4 team would have to qualify for the Division 2 playoffs as an at-large team.

JSerra, in second place with a 4-3 league record through Monday, third-place Orange Lutheran (4-4) and Santa Margarita (3-4) all have the .500-or-better overall record requited for at-large berth candidacy. Orange Lutheran was the Trinity League No. 4 team last year and was selected to the Division 2 32-team bracket that had more than enough openings for at-large teams and did have some first-round byes because the division lacked 32 qualifying teams.

Beckman is No. 1 in the Division 1 top 10 that has South Coast League leader Dana Hills at No. 5. Capistrano Valley Christian is No. 1 in Division 4.

CIF-SS girls volleyball playoff brackets for its nine divisions will be released Saturday morning. The playoffs begin Oct. 17 for Division 2-9 with wild card-round games in divisions that need the wild-card round to reduce their fields to 32 teams for the first round. First round is Oct. 19 for Division 2-9.

Division 1 pool play begins Oct. 18 and continues Oct. 24 and 28. CIF-SS finals for all divisions are Nov. 4. The Division 1 final is at Cerritos College. Sites for other divisions will be announced after semifinals are completed Oct. 28.

CIF Southern California Regional girls volleyball is Nov. 7-14. CIF State finals are Nov. 17 and 18.

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Orange County boys athlete of the week: Julius Gillick, Huntington Beach

• October 10, 2023

The Orange County boys athlete of the week:

Name: Julius Gillick

School: Edison

Sport: Football

Year: Junior

Noteworthy: Gillick rushed for 312 yards in the Chargers’ 47-20 win over Huntington Beach, breaking the school’s record for rushing yards in a single game. Gillick (5-11, 200) surpassed the mark of 308 yards set by Shane Sherman in 1989. Gillick also rushed for five touchdowns in the win. This season he has rushed for 1,039 yards and 13 touchdowns and is averaging 148 yards per game and 8 yards a carry. Gillick also is 6 for 6 on extra-point kicks and is 2 for 2 on field goals.

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Santa Ana city manager steps down

• October 10, 2023

After four years leading Santa Ana City Hall, City Manager Kristine Ridge stepped down Monday, Oct. 9.

“It has been a pleasure and a privilege to serve the great city of Santa Ana,” Ridge said in a statement. “I wish nothing but continued success for the city and all its dedicated employees.”

In a six-to-one vote, with Councilmember Jessie Lopez voting no, the City Council agreed to accept her resignation and approved a severance and release agreement. Before joining the city in 2019, Ridge previously served as Laguna Niguel’s city manager in 2018 and Anaheim’s assistant city manager between 2014 and 2018.

“I would like to thank Kristine Ridge for her dedication and commitment to the city of Santa Ana and the many accomplishments she helped us achieve over the last few years,” Councilmember David Penaloza said. “Santa Ana is a better place to live, work and play because of her wonderful leadership and she will be missed greatly.”

In a post on LinkedIn, Ridge said she is “happy to share that I have retired from full-time city management,” but is still interested in temporary assignments to “assist local governments in the myriad of challenges they face.”

Mayor Valerie Amezcua said finding a replacement will be a top priority for the council moving forward.

“Ridge served this city very well,” Amezcua said in a statement, “and we are particularly appreciative of her leadership to the city and community during her tenure as city manager.”

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Happy 20th birthday, Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte

• October 10, 2023

Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte turns 20 today, Oct. 10, and the Seattle based coffee chain is marking the occasion just the way you’d expect it to, with an Ashanti video on TikTok and free temporary tattoos with purchase while supplies last.

Starbucks is also pushing a commemorative Team PSL varsity jacket from KidSuper Studios. The wool garment costs $295 and will ship in December.

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Although Starbucks says that Oct. 10, 2003 was the date Pumpkin Spice Latte debuted in stores, several publications noted the anniversary around Aug. 24, the date Starbucks rolled out its 2023 fall menu.

The occasion rated a Smithsonian Magazine article.

The wildly popular flavor taps into a vein of nostalgia and is particularly popular with millennials, according to a 2021 Business Insider article.

Pumpkin spice is now found in all manner of retail items, from other brands’ coffees and pastries to Krispy Kreme’s new Pup’kin Spice Doggie Doughnuts and Hefty trash bags. The Takeout has a rundown of 2023 products.

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CIF-SS boys water polo polls, Oct. 10

• October 10, 2023

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The CIF-SS boys water polo polls released Tuesday, Oct. 10

(Selected by the CIF-SS Boys Water Polo Committee.)

DIVISION 1

1. JSerra

2. Newport Harbor

3. Harvard-Westlake

4. Oaks Christian

5. Corona del Mar

6. Loyola

7. Mater Dei

8. Huntington Beach

9. Santa Margarita

10T. Foothill

10T. Laguna Beach

Others: None

DIVISION 2

1. Ventura

2. San Marcos/Santa Barbara

3. El Dorado

4T. Beckman

4T. Portola

4T. Camarillo

4T. Capistrano Valley

8. Irvine

9. Dos Pueblos

10.  Crean Lutheran

Others: Northwood, Arcadia, Edison

DIVISION 3

1. El Segundo

2. Canyon/Anaheim

3. Murrieta Valley

4. Yucaipa

5. Downey

6. University

7. Notre Dame/Sherman Oaks

8T. Santa Monica

8T. Agoura

10. Pasadena Poly

Others: Etiwanda, San Marino

DIVISION 4

1. Bonita

2. Woodbridge

3. Temecula Valley

4. La Habra

5. Sunny Hills

6. San Dimas

7. Great Oak

8. Trabuco Hills

9. Hoover/Glendale

10. Buena Park

Others: Pacifica/Garden Grove

DIVISION 5

1. Royal

2. Whittier

3. La Salle

4. Beaumont

5. Murrieta Mesa

6. Cabrillo/Long Beach

7. Ayala

8. Paloma Valley

9. Liberty/Winchester

10. Cate

Others: Segerstrom, Culver City, Jurupa Valley

DIVISION 6

1. Summit

2. La Mirada

3. Anaheim

4. Cerritos

5. Edgewood

6. Nogales

7. Chaffey

8. Pioneer

9. Notre Dame/Riverside

10. Patriot

Others: None

​ Orange County Register