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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
J's patio, that they remodeled by hand.

J's patio, that they remodeled by hand.

Jovito prepping some tacos for some customer

Jovito prepping some tacos for some customer

Jovito preparing some food prior to opening up for the day.

Jovito preparing some food prior to opening up for the day.

Jovito adding onion to finish off his prep on the tacos.

Jovito adding onion to finish off his prep on the tacos.

Jose and Timmy showing off their "Happy Dad" and their J's merch.

Jose and Timmy showing off their "Happy Dad" and their J's merch.

Jose and Jovito Hernandez outside of their shop.

[Photo] From the 664 to the 530, a father-son duo brings authentic Tijuana taste to Chico

January 31, 2022

Jose and Jovito Hernandez outside of their shop.

J's cash register promoting their instagram.

J's cash register promoting their instagram.

The Wildcats huddling up prior to their game against the Cougars.

No. 13 Wildcats head back home with a pair of wins 

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
January 30, 2022

The No.13 Wildcats were visiting the newly-named Cal Poly Humboldt Lumberjacks in the first leg of their California Collegiate Athletic Association road-trip. In their earlier match up from 2021 the Wildcats...

Wildcat guard performing a throw in their win against Academy of Art on Nov. 17, 2021.

Wildcat guard performing a throw in their win against Academy of Art on Nov. 17, 2021.

Wildcat guard Joshua Hamilton waiting for a pass during their win against Academy of Art on Nov. 17, 2021.

Wildcat guard Joshua Hamilton waiting for a pass during their win against Academy of Art on Nov. 17, 2021.

Wildcat forward Malik Duffy setting up a playing during their win against Stan State on Jan. 2, 2022.

Wildcat forward Malik Duffy setting up a playing during their win against Stan State on Jan. 2, 2022.

Wildcat guard Isaiah Brooks in the corner in their win against Stan State on Jan. 2nd, 2022.

Wildcat guard Isaiah Brooks in the corner in their win against Stan State on Jan. 2nd, 2022.

COVID sign on campus.

To get the vaccine or not?

Javier Hernandez, Social Media Editor
January 25, 2022

We live in a society where COVID has taken over our everyday lives and has impacted the way we are able to live.  In Butte County there has been a spike of COVID cases over the past few weeks....

The Wildcats' lining up for the national anthem on 1/13/22 prior to their matchup against San Marcos.

No. 7 Wildcats split games in their CCAA Bay Area road-trip

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
January 23, 2022

Before the No. 7 Chico State Men’s Basketball team started their road trip, they received unfortunate news as they found out that starting guards Isaiah Brooks and Joshua Hamilton were deemed unable...

The Wildcats huddling up on 1/13/22 match up against San Marcos.

The Wildcats huddling up on 1/13/22 match up against San Marcos.

CCAA Classic ends the No. 5 Wildcats' perfect record

CCAA Classic ends the No. 5 Wildcats’ perfect record

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
January 14, 2022

No. 5 Chico State Men’s Basketball 10-game winning streak, the longest in 79 years, ended Thursday night in a 85-87 heart-breaking overtime loss to the San Marcos Cougars.  The game saw the Wildcats...

The visiting Cougars down the Wildcats in empty Acker

The visiting Cougars down the Wildcats in empty Acker

Javier Hernandez, Sport Reporter
January 14, 2022

The Chico State Women’s Basketball team lost 76-60 on Thursday night in a crowdless home game that saw the Wildcats shoot poorly.  The Wildcats had not played a game since Jan. 11 because of...

Jordan Morris checking back in

Jordan Morris checking back in

Coach Fogel giving Charity Gallegos some instructions.

Coach Fogel giving Charity Gallegos some instructions.

Bailey Jones shooting a free throw.

Bailey Jones shooting a free throw.

Myli Martinez running up the court.

Myli Martinez running up the court.

Joshua Hamilton executing a throw in.

Joshua Hamilton executing a throw in.

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Breenan Wheeler checking out of the game.

Breenan Wheeler checking out of the game.

Kevin Warren and Malik Duffy checking back into the game.

Kevin Warren and Malik Duffy checking back into the game.

The Wildcats huddling up during an intermission.

79-year-old record has been matched by the No. 5 Wildcats

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
January 2, 2022

The Chico State Men’s Basketball team tied a significant historic mark with a 61-55 victory over rival Cal State Stanislaus Warriors. This victory marked the Wildcats’ second-ever 10-0 start, their...

Isaiah Brooks setting up the play against SSU.

Isaiah Brooks setting up the play against SSU.

The Wildcats setting up their defense during a SSU throw in.

The Wildcats setting up their defense during a SSU throw in.

Wildcat players celebrating their 10th win of the season vs. SSU.

Wildcat players celebrating their 10th win of the season vs. SSU.

Colby Orr getting past an SSU defender.

Colby Orr getting past an SSU defender.

Kelvin Wright Jr. winning the tip against SSU.

Kelvin Wright Jr. winning the tip against SSU.

Joshua Hamilton executing a throw in vs. SSU.

Joshua Hamilton executing a throw in vs. SSU.

Isaiah Brooks and Malik Duffy doubling a SSU player.

Isaiah Brooks and Malik Duffy doubling a SSU player.

Coach Clink giving his offense instructions during their match up vs. SSU.

Coach Clink giving his offense instructions during their match up vs. SSU.

The Wildcats huddling up prior to their match up against the Lumberjacks.

The No. 7 Wildcats nearing history as they power through the Lumberjacks

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
December 19, 2021

The Chico State Men’s Basketball program remains undefeated after their first eight games of the season for only the third time in Wildcat history. For the second week in a row, the Wildcats have...

The Wildcat defense setting up to defend a 'Jack throw in.

The Wildcat defense setting up to defend a 'Jack throw in.

Guard Kevin Warren throwing it down during a fast break.

Guard Kevin Warren throwing it down during a fast break.

Forward Kelvin Wright Jr. and guard Kevin Warren at half court during their game against the 'Jacks.

Forward Kelvin Wright Jr. and guard Kevin Warren at half court during their game against the 'Jacks.

Forward Kaleb Carter blocking a 'Jack layup attempt.

Forward Kaleb Carter blocking a 'Jack layup attempt.

Wildcat players communication during an intermission.

Wildcat players communication during an intermission.

Point guard Isaiah Brooks bringing up the ball against the 'Jacks.

Point guard Isaiah Brooks bringing up the ball against the 'Jacks.

The Wildcats walking out of their locker after their half time intermission.

The No. 7 Wildcats welcome Acker Gym with a win in their CCAA home opener

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
December 12, 2021

The Chico State Men’s Basketball team went on a tough three-game road trip for their California Collegiate Athletic Association debut, but prevailed in all three and are now 7-0.  They swept...

Forward Kelvin Wright Jr. defending on the perimeter.

Forward Kelvin Wright Jr. defending on the perimeter.

The Wildcat bench during the start of the second half.

The Wildcat bench during the start of the second half.

Guard Kevin Warren dunking on a fast break.

Guard Kevin Warren dunking on a fast break.

Guard Colby Orr setting up the play.

Guard Colby Orr setting up the play.

Guard Kevin Warren on an iso against a Seawolf defender.

Guard Kevin Warren on an iso against a Seawolf defender.

Forward Malik Duffy posting up against a Sonoma State defender.

Forward Malik Duffy posting up against a Sonoma State defender.

Coach Clink giving out instructions during a timeout.

[Photo] Prancing through a historic season with the Wildcats

April 4, 2022

Coach Clink giving out instructions during a timeout.

Guard Isaiah Brooks bringing up the ball against the Seawolves.

Guard Isaiah Brooks bringing up the ball against the Seawolves.

Chico State Women's Soccer team before a game. Photo Credit: Javier Hernandez

[Photo] Women’s soccer program stays true to its traditions

Mason Tovani, Sports Reporter
December 9, 2021

Chico State Women's Soccer team before a game. Photo Credit: Javier Hernandez

My cup of arroz con leche while I was studying.

Winter time calls for Arroz con Leche

Javier Hernandez, Reporter
December 5, 2021

The sun is starting to set early and the need for a warm drink has become evident. When wintertime comes to Hispanic households, there are a multitude of hot drinks that are a staple to help keep people...

My cup with a piece of Mexican bread.

Adding sweetened condensed milk during the process.

Adding sweetened condensed milk during the process.

Malik Duffy during his introduction.

Wildcats conquer the Coyotes in clash of CCAA titans

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
December 3, 2021

The No. 8 Chico State Men’s Basketball team faced the likewise undefeated No. 11 San Bernardino Coyotes in their second of three California Collegiate Athletic Association road games. Coming into...

Isaiah Brooks guarding Pacific Union point guard.

Isaiah Brooks guarding Pacific Union point guard.

Guards Colby Orr and Kevin Warren talking during an intermission.

Guards Colby Orr and Kevin Warren talking during an intermission.

The win Saturday brought the overall record of the men's team to 15-3. Their next game will be at home Feb. 6 against Stanislaus State.

No. 12 Chico State Men’s Basketball dominate in CCAA opener

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
November 28, 2021

The No. 12 Wildcats were starting their three-game California Collegiate Athletic Association road trip in Turlock facing the Stanislaus State Warriors.  The Warriors were riding a two-game win...

Coach Clink giving instructions to his squad during a timeout.

Coach Clink giving instructions to his squad during a timeout.

The Wildcats standing in unison during the National Anthem.

The Wildcats standing in unison during the National Anthem.

The win Saturday brought the overall record of the men's team to 15-3. Their next game will be at home Feb. 6 against Stanislaus State.

[Photo] Wildcats and Toros set to face off in a battle of the unbeaten

January 23, 2025

The win Saturday brought the overall record of the men's team to 15-3. Their next game will be at home Feb. 6 against Stanislaus State.

The Wildcats huddling up prior to taking their pre-game warmups.

No. 12 Chico State Men’s Basketball remains undefeated heading into conference play

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
November 24, 2021

The undefeated Wildcats dominated the Pacific Union Pioneers, ending their preseason two-game home skid on the right foot prior to conference play. The Wildcats, newly ranked No.12 in Division II standings...

Kevin Warren finishing a contested lay up against the Pioneers.

Kevin Warren finishing a contested lay up against the Pioneers.

Kelvin Wright Jr. winning the jump ball against the Pioneers

Kelvin Wright Jr. winning the jump ball against the Pioneers

Joshua Curls setting up the play for the Wildcats.

Joshua Curls setting up the play for the Wildcats.

Colby Orr dribbling up the half court against the Pioneers

Colby Orr dribbling up the half court against the Pioneers

Guard Kevin Warren throwing it down during a fast-break.

Chico State Men’s Basketball triumphs in home debut

Javier Hernandez, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2021

The Wildcats made their long-awaited return to Acker Gym after 621 days. “The guys love playing here. They were excited,” head coach Greg Clink said. “We love the fact we had fans back in Acker...

The Wildcats starting lineup for their match up against the Academy of Art on Nov. 17.

The Wildcats starting lineup for their match up against the Academy of Art on Nov. 17.

The men's basketball coaches watching their squad during the game.

The men's basketball coaches watching their squad during the game.

Guard Joshua Curls setting up the Wildcats' play.

Guard Joshua Curls setting up the Wildcats' play.

Guard Isaiah Brooks dribbling the ball during Nov. 17th's game.

Guard Isaiah Brooks dribbling the ball during Nov. 17th's game.

Yosh in the zone during his drum solo on MAC Night

Photos of the Week

Ava Norgrove and Javier Hernandez
November 15, 2021

Upsilon Kappa Delta's logo

Upsilon Kappa Delta's logo

Upsilon Kappa Delta during their performance on MAC Night

Upsilon Kappa Delta during their performance on MAC Night

Skylar T. from Envy hyping up the crowd

Skylar T. from Envy hyping up the crowd

Michael Elias rapping in front of the MAC night crowd

Michael Elias rapping in front of the MAC night crowd

Michael Elias getting into his performance

Michael Elias getting into his performance

Michael Elias and his performance band before MAC Night.

Michael Elias and his performance band before MAC Night.

Kanae Arcangel during his solo performance.

Kanae Arcangel during his solo performance.

Juawon Anderson, one of the MAC night's MCs.

Juawon Anderson, one of the MAC night's MCs.

One of the MAC night's MCs, Jennifer Mendoza.

One of the MAC night's MCs, Jennifer Mendoza.

The "Indian Mesmerizers" dancing at MAC Night.

The "Indian Mesmerizers" dancing at MAC Night.

Eta Mu Theta during their opening performance.

Eta Mu Theta during their opening performance.

Eta Mu Theta's logo.

Eta Mu Theta's logo.

Eta Mu Theta members getting down during their performance.

Eta Mu Theta members getting down during their performance.

Envy before the start of the night.

Envy before the start of the night.

Envy getting into it while performing their choreography.

Envy getting into it while performing their choreography.

Envy Hip Hop team performing at MAC night.

Envy Hip Hop team performing at MAC night.

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