Hello, I'm Mark
I have recently earned my Master of Journalism degree from the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Originally from Delano, CA, I completed my undergraduate studies at California State University, Northridge, in 2023. As a journalist, I focus on sports and entertainment, leveraging a range of media platforms to deliver insightful and engaging coverage. Outside of my professional pursuits, I am passionate about watching films and exploring new destinations.
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Messi and company book second consecutive final for Inter Miami
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after a game-tying goal in the 90th minute from teammate Leonardo Campana, not pictured, during the second half of a U.S. Open Cup semifinal soccer match against FC Cincinnati, Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)
Days after claiming the first title in their club’s history, Inter Miami find themselves once again in another final. After going down early in the match, the team pushed the game to extra time due to the incr...
Days after claiming the first title in their club’s history, Inter Miami find themselves once again in another final. After going down early in the match, the team pushed the game to extra time due to the incr...
Inter Miami give Hollywood performance as they defeat LAFC
Sunday evening, all the stars of Los Angeles seemed to be gathered in the same exact place, BMO Stadium. Everyone from Oscar award-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio to Prince Harry were in attendance for the hottest ticket in town.
In a crowd filled with Hollywood A-listers, the biggest star of them all just happened to be on the pitch. LA’s elite, all gathered to watch the little magician that is Lionel Messi, and to see if they could witness some of his Messi magic.
In his first trip to LA sin...
In a crowd filled with Hollywood A-listers, the biggest star of them all just happened to be on the pitch. LA’s elite, all gathered to watch the little magician that is Lionel Messi, and to see if they could witness some of his Messi magic.
In his first trip to LA sin...
After world’s oldest dog dies, students look back on how to say farewell to pets
Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo Portuguese dog, poses for a photo with his Guinness World Record certificates for the oldest dog, at his home in Conqueiros, central Portugal, Saturday, May 20, 2023. Bobi's owner said Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, that he passed away Saturday at 31 years and 165 days of age. (AP Photo/ Jorge Jeronimo)
Saturday was a heartbreaking day for the Costa family and the people of Portugal as the country’s furriest celebrity took his final bark. Bobi, the purebred Rafeiro...
Saturday was a heartbreaking day for the Costa family and the people of Portugal as the country’s furriest celebrity took his final bark. Bobi, the purebred Rafeiro...
The 8th wonder of the football world
If winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup was the defining moment of Lionel Messi’s astonishing career, then securing his eighth Ballon d’Or was the cherry on top. To nobody’s surprise, the Argentine captain was declared the 2023 best male football player by the French news magazine “France Football.” Messi received more votes than Norwegian striker Erling Haaland and French forward Kylian Mbappé adding another golden ball to his already luxurious trophy cabinet.
In the history of the Ballon d’Or, the...
In the history of the Ballon d’Or, the...
A tail of comfort at USC
Star quarterback Caleb Williams made headlines on Saturday after USC football’s heartbreaking loss to Washington, when he gave the media a surprising response on how he felt about the defeat.
“I wanna go home and cuddle with my dog and watch some shows,” the reigning Heisman winner told reporters.
While it was an unnatural response in the world of sports, William’s response came across as very human and relatable to any pet-owner.
Everyone who owns a pet knows how it feels to have a bad day —...
“I wanna go home and cuddle with my dog and watch some shows,” the reigning Heisman winner told reporters.
While it was an unnatural response in the world of sports, William’s response came across as very human and relatable to any pet-owner.
Everyone who owns a pet knows how it feels to have a bad day —...
City divided: The battle for LA
Old, familiar traditions return with a bang this week as the USC vs. UCLA rivalry hits its annual climax. While the Trojans have fierce historical adversaries in the University of Texas Longhorns and the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, no feud is bigger than the one with crosstown rival UCLA.
“It is one of the best rivalries in sports,” said UCLA student Jason Taormina.
While the two schools are only 12 miles apart, their large and ferociously loyal fan bases are always at odds in a rivalry that...
“It is one of the best rivalries in sports,” said UCLA student Jason Taormina.
While the two schools are only 12 miles apart, their large and ferociously loyal fan bases are always at odds in a rivalry that...
Your favorite holiday movie is what!?
With winter break right around the corner, students are beginning to unwind and get into the holiday season. And what better way to get into the holiday season than through some of your favorite holiday films. When it comes to holiday movies, everyone is familiar with the popular classics from “Home Alone” to “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” but what about the lesser known holiday flicks? Speaking to USC students, we got to find out some of their favorite non-traditional films to view during th...
Swinging Solo: Tiger Woods departs from Nike and sets sights on new brand “Sun Day Red”
Merchandise from Tiger Woods' new clothing line, called Sun Day Red, is displayed during a news conference ahead of the Genesis Open golf tournament, Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. (Photo courtesy of Eric Thayer/AP Photo)
Thirty-one years after making his PGA Tour debut at The Riviera Country Club, Tiger Woods returned to where it all started, but this time for a different kind of debut. Being the host of the 2024 Genesis Invitational, Woods took the tourna...
Thirty-one years after making his PGA Tour debut at The Riviera Country Club, Tiger Woods returned to where it all started, but this time for a different kind of debut. Being the host of the 2024 Genesis Invitational, Woods took the tourna...
From Primetime to Slimetime: How Nickelodeon is revolutionizing sports coverage for kids
When tuning in to CBS’s Super Bowl coverage this year, you were probably expecting the usual, from some incredible plays to an entertaining halftime show. You likely weren’t expecting a crowd full of cartoon fish, commentary from a talking sponge and slime cannons going off in the endzone. These were just a few of the elements that the Nickelodeon Super Bowl broadcast had to offer.
“This broadcast shows the power of Nick and CBS coming together,” Vice President of Unscripted Nickelodeon Luke Wa...
“This broadcast shows the power of Nick and CBS coming together,” Vice President of Unscripted Nickelodeon Luke Wa...
