Jacob Milligan – The Orion

Jacob Milligan

Jacob Milligan is studying Journalism News for his major and Kinesiology for his minor. This is his first semester writing for the Orion. He has experience writing on multiple topics while he was attending Fullerton Community College. He spent time writing for the sports section and also has written for a sports blog during his first and second years in college. He is passionate about sports and loves writing about different topics and games. He is very excited to join the Orion and start writing for such a prestigious news team.

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Los Angeles Angels star Albert Pujols released after nine seasons with the team

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
May 18, 2021

The Angels have released 10-time all-star Albert Pujols after nine seasons with the team. Pujols signed with the Angels as a free agent in December 2011. His contract was for 10 seasons, and...

The 49ers select the next face of their franchise

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
May 8, 2021

The San Francisco 49ers have selected quarterback Trey Lance with the third pick of the 2021 NFL draft. The 49ers acquired the third overall pick from the Miami Dolphins. In exchange for the...

Carlos Rodon throws 20th no-hitter in White Sox history

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
April 28, 2021

On April 14, Chicago White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon threw a no-hitter in an 8-0 victory over the Cleveland Indians. The no-hitter marks the first of his career for the 28 year old southpaw pitcher. Chico...

Cooper Renteria: A veteran returns for Wildcat soccer

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
April 19, 2021

Cooper Renteria is poised and eager to tackle his new leadership role for the men’s soccer team this season. Renteria, a midfielder, is a fifth-year returner for the Wildcats after redshirting...

Chico State baseball and softball teams return to the diamond on a limited basis

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
April 14, 2021

With MLB season starting up, Chico State’s baseball and softball teams await their own return to playing games. The 2021 MLB season has begun and is set for the regular 162 game schedule and...

Chico athletes reflect on International Women’s Day

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
March 13, 2021

International Women’s Day is celebrated yearly on March 8 and throughout the month. It’s a day that focuses on the movement for women’s rights. Several female athletes at Chico State...

Chico State athletes react to Tiger Woods accident

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
March 10, 2021

Chico State student athletes have felt the effects of the recent car crash Tiger Woods was involved in. Chico golf players who have looked up to Woods reflect on what Tiger has meant to their sport. “Well...

Chico athletes reflect on Black History Month

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
February 24, 2021

February is Black History Month in the United States. The month honors and remembers important African American figures and events throughout history. In the sports world, many Black athletes have...

Dakota Ochoa: an emerging golf star for the Wildcats

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
February 22, 2021

As many athletes are eager to get back to their respected sports, Chico State golf star Dakota Ochoa is no different. Ochoa a sophomore at Chico State, only participated in five events last spring...

Chico legend Aaron Rodgers captures 3rd NFL MVP, gives back to community

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
February 17, 2021

Green Bay Packers quarterback and Chico native Aaron Rodgers has won his third NFL Most Valuable Player award this past season. He became the fourth player in NFL history to be awarded the MVP on more...

Aaron Rodgers, NVCF partner to create the Aaron Rodgers Small Business COVID-19 fund

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
February 12, 2021

Chico native and current Green Bay Packer quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the North Valley Community Foundation have partnered to help locally owned businesses in Chico amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Rodgers...

A matchup for the ages

Jacob Milligan, Reporter
February 6, 2021

The Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will square off in the 2021 Super Bowl on Feb 7. A rematch of Week 12, a Chiefs 27-24 victory will pit quarterbacks Tom Brady and Partick Mahomes...