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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Thade Miller at the plate as the Wildcats hold off a comeback to take game one over Cal Poly Pomona. Photo taken by Trevor Lee on Feb. 28

Wildcats secure narrow victory over Cal Poly Pomona

Rebecca Gonzalez, Reporter
March 1, 2025

The Wildcats bounced back from their three-game losing streak on Friday night with a tight 4-3 win against the Cal Poly Pomona Broncos through a combination of sharp pitching, hitting and baserunning.  “It’s...

Forward Trae Taylor slams a dunk with only a few minutes left of the game against Sonoma State Thursday, Feb. 28, 2025 at Chico State.

Taylor’s career night propels the Wildcats over the Seawolves

Lukas Mann, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2025

The Wildcats handily defeated the Sonoma State Seawolves 95-68 in their last homestand of the season Thursday night. Led by junior forward Trae Taylor’s perfect 32-point performance, Chico State extended...

Senior forward Meadow Aragon driving through the crowded Seawolves paint in the second half of Thursday night's win. Photo taken by Aaron Draper.

Late-game heroics extend the Wildcats win streak to three games

Lukas Mann, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2025

A 27-point fourth quarter fueled Chico State’s women’s basketball team to an 81-68 win over Sonoma State in their final Thursday night home game. Reigning Conference Women’s Player of the Week,...

Guard Jadence Clifton attempts a three point shot against Dominguez Hills Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at Chico State. Photo taken by Aaron Draper.

Women’s basketball gets huge win against undefeated No. 2 Cal State Dominguez Hills

Trevor Lee, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2025

With clutch 3-pointers from senior guard Jadence Clifton and a game-winning free throw from senior guard Jordan Allred, the Wildcats stunned the then No. 2 Dominguez Hills, ending their undefeated season...

Kennedy Gustin steps up to bat in extra innings before securing the game winning hit against Cal State Monterey in the first game of the doubleheader Friday,  Feb. 21, 2025 at Chico State.

Wildcats win home opener series against Cal State Monterey Bay

Rebecca Gonzalez, Reporter
February 26, 2025

The Wildcats won three games in a hard-fought four-game series against Cal State Monterey Bay, including back-to-back walk-offs.    Game 1  The opening game on Friday consisted of a pitching...

Left Fielder Troy Kent taking a swing in the 5th inning. Taken by Aaron Draper.

Chico State’s quiet leadership fuels Wildcat’s hot start

Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor
February 26, 2025

Returning for the Wildcats’ 2025 campaign, senior outfielder Troy Kent has continued his success through the team’s first three series, becoming a quiet leader in the dugout. Before his time at...

Wildcats Senior Jordan Ausbie competes in the long jump during the Chico State Multi Classic. Ausbie won the long jump event, recording a 6.29m mark. Photo taken Feb. 20 by Trevor Lee.

Ausbie earns first conference men’s field Athlete of the Week award

Trevor Lee, Reporter
February 26, 2025

After securing a provisional mark at the Chico State Multi Classic, senior decathlete Jordan Ausbie earned the first FloCollege/CCAA Men’s Field Athlete of the Week award of the season. Following...

Sophomore guard Isaiah Kerr looks to score and jumps towards the basket during the first half against Cal State Dominguez Hills Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 at Chico State.

Revenge over No.14 Dominguez Hills extends winning streak to six games

J.J. Fain, Sports Reporter
February 26, 2025

Coming off of four straight wins and earning the No. 25 rank in the latest national rankings, the Wildcats kept their momentum going with two important wins on the road.  The Wildcats' 15-3 record...

(Left): Jadence Clifton listening as head coach Brian Fogel speaks during a timeout against San Bernardino on Jan. 11. Photo taken by Aaron Draper. (Right) 
In a close game, guard Jojo Murphy drives past Stanislaus State’s defense and looks to score during the second half Feb. 7. Taken by Milca Elvira Chacon

Two Wildcats take home conference player of the week awards

Nathan Chiochios, Sports Editor
February 25, 2025

Guards Jojo Murphy and Jadence Clifton took home FloCollege/CCAA men’s and women’s basketball player of the week awards Tuesday. Clifton’s player of the week award is highlighted by two of the...

Chico State’s Jordan Ausbie, Justin Craven, Collin Totman and John Griggs from Yuba College, compete in the 100-meter decathlon race on Thursday during the Chico State Multi Classic. Photo taken Feb. 20 by Trevor Lee.

Chico State track & field shines in season debut, securing multiple wins

J.J. Fain and Trevor Lee
February 24, 2025

The Wildcats opened the track & field season with the 41st Annual Chico State Multi on Thursday and Friday at University Stadium, before finishing the weekend at the Butte County NorCal Preview with...

The team poses after winning their first title Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 in Anaheim, California. Courtesy of Francesca Smith

Chico State dance team takes home first place

Brynna Garcia, News reporter
February 24, 2025

For the girls of the Chico State dance team, this competition was far more than just another dance. It was their chance to make themselves, each other and Chico State proud.  “It’s a two minute...

Guard Jojo Murphy leaps into the air for a layup against Monterey Bay State Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 at Chico State.

Wildcat’s secure CCAA championship birth and national ranking after 2-0 road trip

J.J. Fain, Sports Reporter
February 19, 2025

Following two key home wins last week, the Wildcats, who broke back into the national rankings at No. 25, carried their momentum into the weekend, going 2-0 on the road by handily beating San Francisco...