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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
Javier Hernandez

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter/Social Media Editor

Javier Hernandez is currently a a 4th year at Chico State University. He is majoring in Journalism with an option in News and is minoring in Psychology. He will be returning to the Sports section during the Spring of 2022 and will also be the Social Media Editor. He hopes to contribute to multiple beats to help expand his arsenal and envisions The Orion’s social media presence to grow. He has had a really strong passion for sports ever since he was a little kid and envisions himself covering sports for a living.

 

All content by Javier Hernandez
Chico Chase participants run from their last activity in front of Plumas Hall to the finish line at Yolo Hall. Photo taken May 4.

Photos of the Week

Javier Hernandez, Noah Herbst, and Melvin Bui
May 6, 2022
From left to right: Carissa Rodriguez, Lara Condosta, Rebecca Graham, John Brunk, Amy Bell, Elise Barnum, and Samantha Bracket.

Wildcat pole vaulters stand along atop CCAA

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
May 6, 2022
The Wildcats celebrating their seven seniors

Chico State softball pays tribute to fantastic 7 seniors during last home series

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
May 5, 2022
Wildcat pole vaulters meeting with coach John Brunk.

Wildcat Rebecca Graham in action

Wildcat Lara Condosta during her senior day.

Wildcat Amy Bell clearing a jump.

Wildcat Elise Barnum getting ready for a jump.

Twitter loading on a phone

Elon Musk and Twitter won’t go well together

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
May 5, 2022
Wildcat outfielder Nina Revoir hitting a single against the Seawolves.

Wildcat infielder Reilani Peleti at first base against the Seawolves

Wildcat catcher Sara Mitrano focused against the Seawolves.

Wildcat outfielder Amanda Metzger watching over the field against the Seawolves.

Wildcat infielder Angel Lopez looking over the play card against the Seawolves.

Wildcat pitcher Brooke Larsen throwing some heat against the Seawolves.

Wildcat outfield Rachel Atkins at-bat against the Seawolves.

A couple of students skipping rocks in Big Chico Creek cc: Alejandro Meija Meija.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion, Javier Hernandez, and Alejandro Mejia Mejia
April 29, 2022
Dear Future Orionites: How I found my way through pen and paper

Dear Future Orionites: How I found my way through pen and paper

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 26, 2022
Cristian Brady's jump that broke the Chico State Pole Vault record.

When preparation meets opportunity: the Cristian Brady story

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 24, 2022
Seniors were invited to spin the wheel for prizes at one of many booths at the "Senior Send-off." The event was hosted on Chico State campus to celebrate the graduating class of 2022 with fun games, free food and live music. Photo taken by Ava Norgrove on April 19.

Photos of the Week

Ava Norgrove, Javier Hernandez, Noah Herbst, and Melvin Bui
April 22, 2022
The capirotada coming out of the oven.

Capirotada: A Mexican tradition that never disappoints

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 18, 2022
From left to right: Kevin Warren, Isaiah Brooks, Joshua Curls, and Malik Duffy. Photo Taken by Javier Hernandez.

Photos of the Week

Jolie Asuncion and Javier Hernandez
April 15, 2022
Wildcats celebrating after a scored run against the Pioneers.

Wildcat softball brings out the brooms against the Pioneers

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 12, 2022
Wildcat Jeffrey Ray scoring a run against the Toros.

Wildcats rally at Nettleton stadium for a ‘Night of Champions’

Javier Hernandez and Alejandro Meija Meija
April 11, 2022
Wildcat pitcher Ryan Tinsley pitching against the Toros.

Coach Taylor having a mound meeting with this infielders.

Wildcat All-American Brayden McLaughlin.

2021-22 West Region Basketball Champions.

From left to right: Kevin Warren, Isaiah Brooks, Joshua Curls, and Malik Duffy.

2021-22 Division 2 West Region Cross Country Champions.

Wildcat Willie LaJoie at bat against the Toros.

Wildcat catcher Jarret Lindsay against the Toros.

Wildcat Grace Stover against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Nina Revoir throwing a ball against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Relani Peleti cheering on her teammates against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Alani Nguyen on base against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Sara Mitrano giving out some instructions against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Angel Lopez dialed in against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Brooke Larsen throwing some heat against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Grace Gallagher prior to her walk-off double.

My full presentation of huevos rancheros.

Nothing beats Huevos Rancheros at the top of the morning

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 8, 2022
Coach Clink giving out instructions during a timeout.

Prancing through a historic season with the Wildcats

Javier Hernandez, Reporter
April 4, 2022
Rigo and his wife Cynthia with some of the kids from the camp. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigoberto Sanchez: the epitome of a hometown hero

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
April 4, 2022
Rigo and Cynthia Sanchez during the camp. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigo speaking to the kids prior to the start of his camp. Photo Taken on April 2.

RIgo during his 2022 camp. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigo and Butte College head coach Robby Snelling. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigo signing a kids' shirt. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigo being hug by some of the kids during his camp. Photo Taken on April 2.

Rigo with one of his old high school teachers. Photo Taken on April 2.

Hamilton High teacher, Matt Jarvis with one of the kids. Photo Taken on April 2.

The Wildcat starters on the bench prior to the game.

Season Review: Wildcat Women’s Basketball defeated in playoffs, optimistic about future

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
March 24, 2022
Women's basketball saying thank you to the crowd. Photo Taken by Javier Hernandez.

Wildcat India Starr shooting a 3-pointer.

Wildcat Stella Rollo setting herself up in the post.

Wildcat Jordan Morris setting up a play.

Wildcat Myli Martinez checking out of the game.

Wildcat Bailey Jones catching a pass from a teammate.

Wildcat Haley Ison on an island defending.

Wildcat Charity Gallegos dribbling and setting up a play.

Another Chico State student killed by alleged drunk driver

Another Chico State student killed by alleged drunk driver

Noah Herbst, Javier Hernandez, and Mario Ortiz Jr
March 23, 2022
The Wildcats pre-game huddle prior to their game against the Coyotes.

Best in the West: Wildcats advance to Elite 8 to face the Augusta Jaguars

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
March 16, 2022
A heart made out of Liga Mx's team jerseys

Machismo and violence have no place in the soccer world

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
March 10, 2022
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The Wildcats' five seniors with their families

No. 11 Wildcats dismantle the Pioneers during celebration of their five seniors

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
February 28, 2022
The Wildcats with their senior Mikaela Bismillah on Feb. 26

Chico State Women’s Basketball fall short of upset in last home game at Acker Gym

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
February 28, 2022
Wildcat Joshua Curls setting up a play on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Kevin Warren setting up the play against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Colby Orr looking for a teammate on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Isaiah Brooks on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Colby Orr walking during the game against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Kevin Warren shooting a free throw against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Isaiah Brooks during their game against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Malik Duffy dribbling against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Malik Duffy working in the low post against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Kevin Warren against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Joshua Curls listening to Coach Clink on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Joshua Curls running on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Isaiah Brooks on Feb. 26 against the Pioneers.

Wildcat Colby Orr thinking during the game against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Kevin Warren on defense against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Colby Orr making a pass against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Isaiah Brooks defending a Pioneer on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Malik Duffy shooting a 3-pointer against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Malik Duffy being doubled in the post by Pioneer defenders on Feb. 26.

Wildcat Joshua Curls prior to their game against the Pioneers on Feb. 26.

Wildcat India Starr shooting a 3-pointer against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

Wildcat Bailey Jones against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

Wildcat Myli Martinez against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

Wildcat Charity Gallegos setting up a play against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

Wildcat Stella Rollo working down low against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

Wildcat Morgan Mathis during the game against the Pioneers on Feb. 26

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