What does it take to be a PAL ref? What are the joys — and difficulties? Bob Pizzi, a longtime soccer referee talks about his own experiences.

The newly renovated Kimbell Field has been a boon to PAL’s football and cheer/dance programs.

PAL/SFRP basketball program comes at an unusual time — the fall, before most basketball seasons even get started. But this gives PAL/SFRP a special appeal.

First in a series on PAL’s donors. Who are they? What motivates them? Helen Gibbons is a typical small donor, whose loyalty to SFPAL runs deep.