Keshawn Ward

Antioch, California

Digital Sports Reporter and Sports Producer at KTVU-TV (Oakland, CA)

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Head football coach at SF’s Lincoln High School retires

3 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

Hall of fame San Francisco football coach retires Abraham Lincoln high school head football coach Phil Ferrigno decided to retire due to health concerns. The hall of famer has led the Mustangs to 10 section championships and three state titles in more than two decades SAN FRANCISCO - Abraham Lincoln High School head football coach Phil Ferrigno is retiring due to health concerns. "I was thinking I had maybe two years left in me," Ferrigno said. "It was just time.
San Francisco State wrestler becomes national champion

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

SFSU wrestler becomes national champion San Francisco State University All-American wrestler Johnny Lopez pulled off two historic milestones at the NCAA Division II national championship in Indianapolis in March. It's the first time since 2013 that an SF State wrestler became a national champion, and Lopez is the 14th national champion in their school history.
San Francisco State wrestler becomes national champion

1 month ago | sports.yahoo.com | Keshawn Ward

The BriefJohnny Lopez is the first national champion from San Francisco State University since 2013Lopez's mentality leads him to a lot of wins on the wrestling matHis success benefits the wrestling program with recruitment and financesSAN FRANCISCO - San Francisco State University All-American wrestler Johnny Lopez pulled off two historic milestones at the NCAA Division II national championship in Indianapolis in March.
12- year-old Teresa Contreras is rising in the sport of boxing

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

OAKLAND, Calif. - Teresa Contreras of Oakland decided to try boxing a year ago, and the next year she became the number one boxer in the 106 weight class. Her nickname in the ring is "silent thunder" because she's really shy and chill. However, she's a multi-champion, and recently took home first place at the National Silver Gloves tournament in Missouri. "It was definitely a challenging fight.
12-year-old Oakland girl is rising in the sport of boxing

1 month ago | sports.yahoo.com | Keshawn Ward

OAKLAND, Calif. - Teresa Contreras of Oakland decided to try boxing a year ago, and the next year she became the number one boxer in the 106 weight class. Her nickname in the ring is "silent thunder" because she's really shy and chill. However, she's a multi-champion, and recently took home first place at the National Silver Gloves tournament in Missouri. "It was definitely a challenging fight.
San Rafael's own Hyder Amil remains undefeated in the UFC

2 months ago | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

San Rafael's own Hyder Amil remains undefeated in the UFC Hyder Amil improved his UFC record to 11-0 after defeating 20th ranked fighter William Gomis in the featherweight division. Amil believes his tough upbringing shaped the man he is today. San Rafael, Calif. -Despite a torn bicep and torn MCL, Hyder Amil is fresh off his biggest victory of his career over William Gomis who was the 20th ranked fighter in the featherweight division. This win improved his record to 11-0.
San Rafael's Hyder Amil remains undefeated in UFC

2 months ago | sports.yahoo.com | Keshawn Ward

San Rafael, Calif. -Despite a torn bicep and torn MCL, Hyder Amil is fresh off his biggest victory of his career over William Gomis who was the 20th ranked fighter in the featherweight division. This win improved his record to 11-0. However, the fight that might've put him on the map was when he went viral for punching his opponent several times in a row. "People know me and call me ‘38 special guy’ and everyone knows me for that," said Amil. Things didn't always work in Amil's favor.
14 teams and 4 leagues: Oakland native Josh Johnson lands commercial for NFL journey

2 months ago | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

Oakland native Josh Johnson lands in commercial for his journey in the NFL No player in NFL history has played for more teams in the National Football League than Josh Johnson. Straight Talk Wireless highlights the amount jersey's he had to wear throughout his career OAKLAND, Calif. - In the past year, there seems to be a new appreciation for NFL backup quarterbacks.
Oakland native Josh Johnson lands in commercial for his journey in the NFL

2 months ago | sports.yahoo.com | Keshawn Ward

The BriefJosh Johnson lands his first commercial ever that reflects his NFL journeyNo player has played for more teams in NFL history than Josh JohnsonThe Harbaugh's played a major role in Johnson's football careerOAKLAND, Calif. - In the past year, there seems to be a new appreciation for NFL backup quarterbacks. 49ers backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs, Case Keenum, Colt McCoy, and Jacoby Brissett have been featured in commercials with Progressive Insurance.
Warriors' Swishes For Dishes program reaches 500k meals ahead of All-Star break

Feb 13, 2025 | ktvu.com | Keshawn Ward

Warriors Swishes For Dishes reaches 500k meals ahead of NBA All-Star break Every time the Warriors score a point, 100 meals are donated to local food banks to support Bay Area families. SAN FRANCISCO - Every time the Golden State Warriors score a point, 100 meals are donated to local food banks to support Bay Area families. During the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity became worse.