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    The Rawbar reinvented: classy and oceanic

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    Chico State’s annual Time Capsule Ceremony to take place on April 23

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Freshman soccer player Matthew Tarr studying before class begins Photo credit: James Groh

Chico State athlete GPAs on the upswing

James Groh // February 1, 2015
Student athletes are posting great numbers both on and off the field.
Point Guard, Jalen McFarren, making defenders struggle as he dribbles down the court. Photo credit: Gustavo Ornelas

Chico State wins seven straight

Kevin Lucena // February 1, 2015
Chico State remains tied for first in the California Collegiate Athletic Association after winning their seventh straight game over Cal State Dominguez Hills.
Chico State faces off against Cal State L.A. Friday Jan. 30 in acker gym. Chico states Annie Ward looks to make a play for Chico State. Photo credit: Malik Payton

‘Cats struggle late, lose to Cal State L.A. 71-64

Lars Gustafson // February 1, 2015
In a close game with the Golden Eagles, the Wildcats struggle to get their offense scoring late, losing to Cal State Los Angeles at home.
Assistant sports editor Kevin Lucena. Photo credit: Trevor Ryan

Warriors’ guard play elevates team to new heights

Kevin Lucena // January 31, 2015
Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson have transformed the Golden State Warriors from an NBA laughing stock into one of the league's premier teams.
Chico States Mike Rosaroso being guarded by Los Angeles States Chris Martin on Jan 30. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats extends their win streak to six

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // January 31, 2015
The 'Cats beat Cal State L.A. to improve their record to 10-3 in conference play, and 13-5 overall.

Wildcats tied atop conference with another win on the road

Kevin Lucena // January 29, 2015
The Chico State men's basketball team won its fifth straight game on the strength of its defense and three-point shooting. It was the 'Cats' eight road win in nine tries.
Dave Taylor keeps the team on its toes with fly balls and grounders during practice on Friday. The Wildcat baseball team is looking to make it to the Division II College World Series for the second year in a row. Photo credit: Zach Aucella

Chico State baseball team season preview

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // January 28, 2015
As the baseball team gets ready to start its season, we offer an in-depth look at this year's team.
First-year student Haley Gilham is making her debut on the Wildcat softball team this year as a starting pitcher. Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico State softball season preview

Lars Gustafson // January 28, 2015
With the college softball season about to begin, we offer a look at some of the players and games to look out for.
Photo courtesy Chico State

Former Wildcat to lead Seattle Storm

Breanna Barnard // January 27, 2015
Alisha Valavanis brings her basketball knowledge to a whole different game from being on the court and coaching to working with professionals in the WNBA as team president.
Corey Silverstrom practices at Acker Gym on Jan 22. Photo credit: John Domogma

Wildcat athletes’ game-day superstitions

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // January 26, 2015
The Orion interviewed three Chico State athletes to talk about some of their unique superstitions and game-day routines.
High school senior Natalia Betancourt proudly wears her Chico State sweatshirt in her home in Southern California. Betancourt will be joining the Wildcat volleyball team in the fall. Photo courtesy of Natalia Betancourt.

High school powerhouse to join Wildcat volleyball team

Julie Ortega // January 26, 2015
Chico State volleyball has recruited a strong talent out of Southern California to bolster the team in the fall.
Kevin Lucena, assistant sports editor and columnist. Photo credit: Trevor Ryan

New NFL head coaches fail to impress

Kevin Lucena // January 25, 2015
The Orion's assistant sports editor Kevin Lucena gives his take on the recent leadership changes on the NFL teams in the Bay Area.
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