Marcus D. Smith is the Northern California sports reporter at USA TODAY, focusing on the sports landscape of NorCal Marcus’ previous stops include The Sacramento Bee and the Citrus Heights Sentinel. He received his bachelor’s degree in journalism from Texas Southern University, where he covered sports, was a radio host and producer and editor-in-chief for The TSU Herald. Outside of sports, Marcus loves music, Black culture and staying fit.
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My Recent Work
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Mike Trout smashes fifth home run against New York Yankees
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Warriors vs. Clippers highlights: Steph Curry keys dramatic win
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Masters tee times, pairings, how to watch final round Sunday
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The best pairs to watch in Masters Round 3
Masters highlights: McIlroy is tied after Masters miscues Saturday
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Stephen Curry held out against Lakers in first of back-to-back games
Scottie Scheffler at Masters: Golfer in prime position on leaderboard
Can the San Jose Sharks sneak their way into the playoffs?
Cade Cunningham expects to return from injury against Bucks
Former Masters runner-up booted from Augusta National over phone use
Will Victor Wembanyama be active in Spurs vs. Trail Blazers?
Can Warriors survive NBA Play-In? Here are potential matchups
Rory McIlroy takes center stage at 2026 Masters Champions Dinner
Masters 2026 at Augusta National: How to watch, odds to win tournament
With Stephen Curry returning, will Warriors make a postseason run?
Austin Reaves injury update is horrible news for Lakers playoff hopes
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2026 announced. Who made it?
Maxime Raynaud named Western Conference Rookie of the Month for March
Athletics look to get on winning track in home series vs. Astros
How top prospect did in his MLB debut
Curry likely to make long-awaited injury return for Warriors Sunday
Should Tony Vitello be so candid with media? Baseball experts say no
Ohtani hits first HR of 2026 as Dodgers rout Nationals
LeBron James unloads on Memphis, Grizzlies in Bob Does Sports video
Giants' Matt Chapman curses out Casey Schmitt, both say 'it's baseball'
Former Cy Young winner signs with Long Island Ducks of Atlantic League
How the UCLA women are taking advantage of their West Coast Final Four run
Giants get first win of Tony Vitello era
South Carolina eliminates TCU to return to women’s Final Four: Highlights
UCLA players headline Women's NCAA Tournament regional team
Faulty mic leads to uplifting, patriotic moment before Elite Eight game
TCU coach gets special win in city where career took off
TCU downs Virginia women's Sweet 16 to advance to Elite 8: results, highlights
Bold and fun predictions for the Athletics
No. 3 Duke holds on, beats LSU to advance to women's Sweet 16: Highlights
Giants boss backed by legendary manager but SF crushed in MLB opener
Yankees shut out Giants in blowout MLB Opening Day win
See Yankees vs Giants Opening Day lineups
Giants manager left Tennessee for MLB, set to debut vs. Yankees
Who is Tony Vitello? What to know about Giants' new manager
Bold predictions for San Francisco Giants' 2026 season