Contributing columnist

Richard Dunn

Richard Dunn writes a weekly column for Coastal Current, an edition of the Orange County Register that serves the cities of Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach.

Maria Sharapova, playing for the Orange County Breakers, waits for the serve during the women’s doubles set in a WTT match against the San Diego Aviators at Palisades Tennis Club on Monday, July 24, 2017 in Newport Beach, Calif. (Photo by Josh Barber, Contributing Photographer)

Dunn: Newport Beach, with its high-profile tennis history, offers many court options

July 17, 2025 at 9:42 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Mr. Irrelevant 2025 Kobee Minor with his new surfboard at The Cannery. (Courtesy of Richard Dunn)

Dunn: Irrelevant Week celebrates 50 years in Newport Beach

July 3, 2025 at 9:55 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Tennis courts are seen at Grand Terrace Fitness Park on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (Photo by Anjali Sharif-Paul, The Sun/SCNG)

Dunn: Encouraging a high school tennis career for elite players

June 26, 2025 at 9:24 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

April Ross, left, of the United States, and teammate Alix Klineman, display their gold medals after winning a women’s beach volleyball Gold Medal match against Australia at the 2020 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. 6, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana)

Dunn: Three-time Olympic medalist Ross almost didn’t reach the beach

May 15, 2025 at 10:04 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Newport Harbor’s Lucas Perez throws a pitching during a 2-0 victory over Corona del Mar in a Sunset League game Friday, March 21, at Newport Harbor High. (Photo by Lou Ponsi)

Dunn: Iron arm all-star a rare pitcher-catcher for Newport Harbor High baseball team

May 1, 2025 at 10:22 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

People play volleyball at Mission Beach on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. (Ana Ramirez / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Dunn: CIF Hall of Fame coach leads Newport Harbor High’s boys, girls on beach

April 3, 2025 at 9:57 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

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Dunn: Amid aches and pains, Archer won first Toshiba (now Hoag Classic)

March 20, 2025 at 10:48 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Fred Couples hits his second shot on the 10th hole during the first round of the Hoag Classic at Newport Beach Country Club on March 17, 2023 in Newport Beach, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Dunn: Hoag Classic marks 48th year for Newport Beach on golf tour

March 6, 2025 at 6:05 p.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Daniel Amaral, Rich Amaral and Beau Amaral, all former UCLA players at a UCLA baseball alumni game. (Courtesy of Daniel Amaral)

Dunn: Base stealing all in the family; Daniel Amaral shares the story of stolen bases

February 20, 2025 at 10:10 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.

Lance Stewart calling plays as Laguna Beach head coach. Steward was recently remembered for his service to the community and athletes in a celebration of life following his death in Dec.. (File Photo by KEVIN SULLIVAN, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER)

Dunn: Former Laguna Beach coach remembered for service to athletes, community

February 6, 2025 at 10:48 a.m.

Richard Dunn, a longtime sportswriter, writes the Dunn Deal column regularly for The Orange County Register's weekly, The Coastal Current North.