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All content by Jordyn Provence
Sophomore golfer Dani O'Keefe. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

’Cats finish third in Wildcat Invitational

Jordyn Provence
March 13, 2014
The Chico State women's golf team settled for third place during its first home event of the season.
Freshman golfer Abbey McGrew. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Chico State women’s golf finishes second in shootout

Jordyn Provence
March 3, 2014
The Chico State women's golf team finished second in Sunday's shootout behind stellar performances from Abbey McGrew, Spencer Downey, Sarah McComish and Dani O'Keefe.
Junior golfer Spencer Downey. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Women’s golf team solid in Saturday shootout

Jordyn Provence
March 2, 2014
Chico State golfers Spencer Downey and Sarah McComish put up a solid performance on day one of the Pioneer Shootout.
Sophomore Dani O'Keefe. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Women’s golf squad finishes third in Texas tourney

Jordyn Provence
February 20, 2014
The Chico State women's golf team kept up its strong performance in San Antonio with exceptional play from Dani O'Keefe and Sarah McComish.

Women solid in Texas Invitational

Jordyn Provence
February 18, 2014
The Chico State women's golf team hit off the season in San Antonio for the St. Mary's Lady Rattler Invitational.
Courtney Hamilton. Photo by Carter Caldwell.

Point guard for the Wildcats achieves success on and off the court

Jordyn Provence
December 18, 2013
Courtney Hamilton began the season ranked fifth in Chico State history for assists and has continued to succeed throughout her final year
Gobble Wobble run for charity

Gobble Wobble run for charity

Jordyn Provence
November 17, 2013
The No. 9, Gobble Wobble 5k and 10k run helps bring the Chico community together for a good cause.

The evolution of rugby

Jordyn Provence
November 4, 2013
Chico State rugby has a lot of history, dating back to the early 1900's
Photograph courtesy of Spencer Downey

Women's golf grabs second win of season

Jordyn Provence
October 30, 2013
The women's golf team wins the Dennis Rose Invitational in Hawaii, their second win so far this year.
Photograph by Dan Reidel
Freshman setter Torey Thompson poses on a beach volleyball court in front of Lassen Hall.

Freshman volleyball player sets up Wildcats for success

Jordyn Provence
October 29, 2013
The newest setter on the women's volleyball team is off to a great start on her collegiate career.

Torey Thompson sets her way to victory

Jordyn Provence
October 27, 2013
Freshman volleyball setter Torey Thompson is exceeding expectations this season.

Women’s golf team finishes in fifth place

Jordyn Provence
October 23, 2013
The Wildcats ended the Sonoma State Fall Invitational in the middle of the pack.

‘Cats end fall season on sour note

Jordyn Provence
October 23, 2013
The No. 6 ranked men's golf team didn't live up to expectations in the final tournament of the fall
File photo by Riley Mundia
Chico State women's golfers Abbey McGrew, Dani O'Keefe, Sydney Zink and Sarah McComish take some practice swings on the tee box.

Women’s golf team finishes solid first round

Jordyn Provence
October 22, 2013
The Wildcats are in the middle of the pack after Monday's play
File photo by The Orion staff
Alistair Docherty pounds a shot on the opening hole at Butte Creek Country Club last year.

Men’s golf team starts strong

Jordyn Provence
October 22, 2013
The No. 6 ranked Chico State men's golf team is in contention after Monday's round.

Be active and enjoy Chico

Jordyn Provence
October 13, 2013
Calling all students who enjoy the active, outdoor, recreational Chico lifestyle.
File photo by Riley Mundia
Chico State women's golfers Abbey McGrew, Dani O'Keefe, Sydney Zink and Sarah McComish take some practice swings on the tee box.

Women’s golf team starts season on record-breaking note

Jordyn Provence
October 7, 2013
The Wildcats have high hopes after a fantastic start to the season.
File photo by Annie Maize
Lee Gearhart, left, practices with his teamates Ricky Owaki, center, and Alistair Docherty hit balls on the driving range.

Men’s golf team snatches second place

Jordyn Provence
October 2, 2013
The men's golf team moved up one spot on the leader board on Tuesday to finish in second place.
Photograph by Riley Mundia
A good diet is crucial to success on the field, according to junior soccer player Cody Levar. Here, he is shown heading a ball with a banana in one hand while balancing an orange on his foot.

Healthy diet crucial for athletic success

Jordyn Provence
October 1, 2013
A healthy diet is necessary when competing at the college level, Chico State athletes say.
File photo by Annie Maize
Lee Gearhart, left, practices with his teamates Ricky Owaki, center, and Alistair Docherty hit balls on the driving range.

Men’s golf team braves harsh weather, snag third place on first day of two-day tournament

Jordyn Provence
October 1, 2013
The men's golf team is in third place going into the final round on Tuesday in Sunriver, Ore.

Healthy diet crucial to high performance

Jordyn Provence
September 28, 2013

The actions an athlete makes in the kitchen are just as important as the actions they make on the field. Without a healthy diet, performance will not be at it's highest level.Cody Levar, a junior health...

Photo courtesy of Spencer Downey
From left to right Abbey McGrew, Sarah McComish, Dani O'Keefe, Spencer Downey and Heather Fegley.

Wildcats win with record round

Jordyn Provence
September 24, 2013
The Chico State women's golf team came from behind Tuesday in record setting fashion to win at the Western New Mexico Fall Intercollegiate

Women's golf team in eighth place going into final round

Jordyn Provence
September 24, 2013
The women's golf team comes out in the middle of the pack after round one of first tournament of the fall season.

Intramural sports offers opportunities to everyone

Jordyn Provence
September 21, 2013

One of the ways many students find themselves getting involved at Chico State is by engaging in intramural sports. Through a wide variety of options such as flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball...

Troy Neiman throws a pitch.

Former Wildcat Neiman turns pro

Jordyn Provence
September 18, 2013
Imagine receiving a single phone call that determines how your life will be spent for several years to come. That’s what happened to Troy Neiman, a former Chico State baseball pitcher, when he signed up with the Colorado Rockies organization this summer. “It all happened so fast,” Neiman said. “I got the call from the...
File photo by Annie Maize
Lee Gearhart, left, practices with his teamates Ricky Owaki, center, and Alistair Docherty hit balls on the driving range.

Men's golf finishes middle of field in Division I tournament

Jordyn Provence
September 11, 2013
The Chico State men’s golf team ended its first tournament in sixth place Tuesday after the final round of the Itani Quality Homes Collegiate, hosted by Washington State. The Wildcat’s, who are ranked No. 13 in the inaugural NCAA Division II coaches poll, held their own as they came in with a 5-over par 285 to finish...
Jeff Barron
Members of the Chico State Rowing Club practice in Oroville early in the morning. Without dedication and hard work from each member, the crew cannot successfully meet its common goals.

Chico State Rowing Club glides toward success

Jordyn Provence
September 10, 2013
The rowing club strives to dominate with every stroke.
File photo by The Orion staff
Alistair Docherty pounds a shot on the opening hole at Butte Creek Country Club last year.

Men's golf in middle of the pack going into final round

Jordyn Provence
September 10, 2013
The men's golf team is in sixth place after two of three rounds.
File photo by Annie Maize
Lee Gearhart, left, practices with his teamates Ricky Owaki, center, and Alistair Docherty hit balls on the driving range.

Experienced men’s golf team sets lofty goals

Jordyn Provence
September 7, 2013
Now that the team's infusion of freshman are in their second year, the Chico State men's golf team is poised to swing into a higher rank.