Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Alex Martin

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief

Alex is in his senior year at Chico State. He is a journalism major with a broadcasting minor. This is his fourth semester on the Orion. Three times as a member of the sports team. He was born in New Haven, Connecticut. Until moving to Chico for school, he was living in the Bay Area. In his spare time, he loves to run marathons.

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CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro speaking at Chico State on Nov. 2, 2021

[Photo] Investigation launched into CSU Chancellor's alleged mishandling of sexual assault accusations

February 16, 2022
Head coach Brian Fogel giving his team a pep talk during a basketball game.

Wildcats’ Fogel secures 200th victory

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2021
People ice skating at the grand opening of the Chico Ice Rink in the Plaza.

New Chico ice rink stokes smiles, but also controversy amid Paradise rink reopening

Ava Norgrove and Alex Martin
December 2, 2021
Chancellor Joseph Castro shared a press conference with local media on Nov. 2.

[Photo] Q&A: Chancellor discusses COVID-19 at Chico State, addresses enrollment decline and turns down tuition reimbursement

November 4, 2021
Chico State President speaking on her support for freedom of speech on campus in 2018. Photo credit: Christian Solis.

President Hutchinson discusses enrollment decline, COVID-19 and remote learning

Alex Martin, Ian Hilton, and Kimberly Morales
October 26, 2021
The entrance of Chico State's University Farm, taken on Oct 15. 2021.

Cows, pigs and sheep … Oh, my! University Farm guided tour thrills

Alex Martin and Melvin Bui
October 23, 2021
Jordan Morris goes up for a shot during a basketball game

Women’s basketball returns soon with four new faces

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2021
Kylie Towry (left), the newly acquired assistant coach for the women's basketball team at Chico State stands with Brian Fogel (right), the head coach of the women's basketball team.

Women’s basketball adds new assistant coach

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2021
Kristin Worley coaches the softball team during practice. Photo taken on Aug. 23, 2021

Chico State Softball hires one of its own

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2021
The Big Chico Creek portion behind the O'Connell Technology Center runs dry. Photo taken on Sept. 15, 2021

Campus creek goes dry

Melvin Bui and Alex Martin
September 21, 2021
Alex Allen catches in a game at Casa Roble High School in Orangevale, Calif.

Chico State softball returns to action with a young roster

Alex Martin, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2021
A homeless camp near Mulberry St. in Chico, CA Feb. 3 2021

[Photo] Suspect arrested in shooting and assault of unhoused individuals

Ava Norgrove, Reporter
September 19, 2021
"Gavin Newsom" by Gage Skidmore is licensed with CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

Gov. Newsom beats recall

Alex Martin and Ian Hilton
September 15, 2021
Alex Martin and his dad Jeff running a marathon in Santa Cruz, Calif in May 2017.

How running changed my life

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
May 6, 2021
CSU, Chico University Farm located on 311 Nicholas C Shouten Ln. in Chico, Calif.

[Photo] University Farm grows past hardships at their annual sale

Melvin Bui, Reporter
April 30, 2021
"Yadier Molina" by shgmom56, Barbara Moore is licensed with CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

Yadier Molina makes baseball history

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
April 25, 2021
Women's head basketball coach Brian Fogel coaches his team during a basketball game at Chico State. (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Brian Fogel: head coach of the women’s basketball team

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
April 17, 2021
Riley's Bar, located on 702 W. Fifth St. in Chico, Calif. Photo by Alex Martin

Riley’s upsets Sup Dogs as America’s top college bar

Alex Martin and Connor McPherson
April 6, 2021
#20 Kristin Worley takes a swing in a softball game at Chico State. (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Kristin Worley: The all-time leading scorer for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
March 4, 2021
Alex Martin and his grandparents having dinner at Scott's Restaurant in Walnut Creek, Calif. Photo by Jeff Martin

How COVID-19 has affected me

Alex Martin, Opinion Columnist
March 4, 2021
#22 Morgan Mathis throws up a shot in a basketball game at Buchanan High School in Clovis, Calif (Chico State Sports Information)

Morgan Mathis: the Wildcats’ three-point sharpshooter

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
February 26, 2021
#15 Sara Mitrano throws up signs while catching in a softball game at Chico State (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Softball gives take on COVID-19 vaccine while hoping to return soon

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
February 21, 2021
#23 Haley Ison goes up for a shot in a basketball game at Chico State (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Women’s basketball hopes to return in Fall 2021

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
February 18, 2021
#24 Vanessa Holland dribbles a ball in a basketball game at Chico State (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Vanessa Holland: a point guard and leader for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
February 15, 2021
"Hank Aaron" by rgusick is licensed with CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/

Chico State baseball reflects on Hank Aaron’s death

Alex Martin, Sports Editor
February 11, 2021
A homeless camp near Mulberry Street in Chico, Feb. 3 2021

[Photo] Cold weather creates problems for Chico homeless

February 4, 2021
Lizzie Wilson, a new recruit to the Chico State Volleyball team who played at San Diego Mesa College. (Chico State Sports Information)

Lizzie Wilson: a former junior college volleyball athlete brings her talents to the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
December 9, 2020
#6 pitcher Sam Mulock winds up for a pitch in a softball game at Chico State

Sam Mulock: a pitching star for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
December 3, 2020
Aaron Rodgers: the man from Chico

Aaron Rodgers: the man from Chico

Alex Martin, Reporter
December 2, 2020
Robinson Cano: a 16-year veteran caught cheating for the second time in his career

Robinson Cano: a 16-year veteran caught cheating for the second time in his career

Alex Martin, Reporter
December 2, 2020
Lindsey Bryant, a sophomore and exercise physiology major who is a current member of the high jump/javelin track and field team at Chico State.

Lindsey Bryant: a track and field star for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
December 1, 2020
#20 Kristin Worley takes an at bat in a softball game at Chico State (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Chico athletes reflect on shortened season

Alex Martin, Reporter
November 11, 2020
#23 Haley Ison is a junior and current member of the Chico State Wildcats women's basketball team (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Haley Ison: a basketball star for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
November 8, 2020
#15 Sara Mitrano catches a pitch in a softball game at Chico State (Ryan McCasland/Chico State Sports Information)

Sara Mitrano: a catching star for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
November 5, 2020
Citizen Charles Withuhn criticizes the councils handling of the Homeless Oppurtunity plan.

City Council discusses marijuana sale fees; tensions among council members run high on election night

Chloe Curtis and Alex Martin
November 5, 2020
Photo taken by Jacob Collier

2020 Election: Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden

Alex Martin, Reporter
November 3, 2020
Dodgers finally claim World Series trophy

Dodgers finally claim World Series trophy

Alex Martin, Reporter
November 3, 2020
Reilani Peleti takes a swing in a softball game for Chico State.

Reilani Peleti: a softball star for the Wildcats

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 28, 2020
Stella Rollo moves up the court with the ball in a game for Denver East High School in Denver, Colo.

Women’s basketball adds four new athletes

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 26, 2020
A graphic made by Hana Beaty

Lebron and AD are the Lakers’ best duo in team history

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 25, 2020
Kelly More takes a swing while representing Foothill Technology High School in Ventura, Calif while playing three seasons for them.

Three new players hope to drive the golf team toward success

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 20, 2020
Jade Henry takes an at bat during a game at San Jose's Presentation High School

Softball team bolsters roster with six new athletes

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 12, 2020
Graphic made by Hana Beaty

My favorite bicyclists from The Tour De France

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 9, 2020
Lizzie Wilson, a new recruit to the Chico State Volleyball team who played at San Diego Mesa College.

Women’s Volleyball adds six new athletes

Alex Martin, Reporter
October 4, 2020
Alex Martin and his dad Jeff running a marathon in Santa Cruz, Calif in May 2017.

How my first marathon reconnected a lost relationship

Alex Martin, Reporter
September 30, 2020
Destiny Everett, a member of the long distance Chico State Track & Field team competes in an event.

Track & field team continues to push through pandemic

Alex Martin, Reporter
September 29, 2020
A photo of a Chico State baseball player on Feb. 18

The Athletics have all the pieces for a World Series title run

Alex Martin, Reporter
September 27, 2020

Los Angeles Lakers chasing first championship since 2010

Alex Martin, Reporter
September 14, 2020
#15 Sara Mitrano catches a pitch in a game at Chico State

Chico State softball continues to push through pandemic

Alex Martin, Reporter
September 10, 2020

19-2 softball season comes to an abrupt finish

Alex Martin, Staff Writer
April 7, 2020
Wildcat Spotlight: Jacqueline Massey-Blake

Wildcat Spotlight: Jacqueline Massey-Blake

Alex Martin and Lucero Del Rayo-Nava
March 27, 2020
Photo by Julian Mendoza

Three runners with three different backgrounds

Alex Martin, Staff Writer
March 11, 2020

Wildcats split opening doubleheader with Coyotes

Alex Martin and
March 6, 2020
Maddy Wong pulls a jumper from the 3-point line.

Wildcats say farewell to their 2019-2020 season

Alex Martin and
March 5, 2020
Brooke Larsen follows through a hard swing against Cal State East Bay.

Wildcats sweep the Pioneers in opening doubleheader

Alex Martin and
March 2, 2020
Wildcat Spotlight: Daisha Abdelkader

Wildcat Spotlight: Daisha Abdelkader

Alex Martin, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
Shay Stark dribbles the ball down the court with a Gator defender trailing.

Wildcats on a three-game roll

Alex Martin
February 21, 2020
LHP Grant Larson pitching against the Gators.

Wildcats hand San Francisco State their first loss of the season

Alex Martin, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020
Shay Stark talks with reporters about herself and family.

Wildcat Spotlight: Shay Stark

Alex Martin, Julian Mendoza, and Alex Coba
February 19, 2020
Chico State hitter bunts the ball down the third base line.

Wildcats hand San Francisco State their first loss on the season

Alex Martin
February 15, 2020
Brynn Thoming makes a move to the rim from the low post.

Wildcats drop second straight home game

Alex Martin and
February 9, 2020
Wildcats huddle in celebration.

Wildcats sweep the Otters in home opening doubleheader

Alex Martin
February 8, 2020
Maddy Wong dribbles the ball in effort to get away from her opposing guard.

Wildcats drop a close one in overtime

Alex Martin
February 7, 2020
Small town excitement for a big Super Bowl

Small town excitement for a big Super Bowl

Arrow Van Abrams and Alex Martin
February 4, 2020
Chico State Wildcats take on the Cal State Los Angeles Golden Eagles in Acker Gym.

Wildcats come out victorious in their ninth straight

Alex Martin
January 26, 2020
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