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Senior golfers Dani O'Keefe (left) and Bianca Armanini (right) were two of only three Wildcats to finish in the top 10 at the Dixie State Invitational on Oct. 6. Photo credit: Alicia Brogden

Women’s golf takes 4th in Second Annual Dixie State Invitational

Julie Ortega
October 11, 2015
The Chico State women's golf team placed fourth in the Dixie State Invitational tournament on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Expressions dance team works hard at practice on Wednesday night. The team hope to one day compete at the national level. Photo credit: Kiana Alvarez

Chico State’s dance team: Expression stepping up in 2015

Julie Ortega
October 6, 2015
Expressions dance team plans to compete nationally but still has some big decisions ahead.
Janai Johnson, junior, smashes the ball back over the net for the Wildcats. Photo credit: John Domogma

Women’s volleyball defeats Humboldt State in five sets

Julie Ortega
September 28, 2015
The Chico State women's volleyball team found success over Humboldt State, winning five toughly-contested sets on Sept. 26.
Shelby Lanksbury (left), junior forward, says having families on the women's soccer team is a fun way to make lasting connections. Photo credit: Jenelle Kapellas

Women’s soccer team provides home away from home

Julie Ortega
September 27, 2015
Chico State women's soccer recruits find support from their Wildcat families.
Omar Nuno was the Wildcat hero of the game, scoring both goals in Chico State's 2-1 victory over Holy Names University. Photo credit: John Domogma

Chico beats Holy Names 2-1 in men’s soccer home opener

Julie Ortega
September 22, 2015
Omar Nuno was the hero for Chico State, scoring both goals in the 2-1 victory over Holy Names University.
Dani O'Keefe and Bianca Armanini, seniors, get ready to play through the Skyway Golf Park course on Saturday. Photo credit: Alicia Brogden

Small women’s golf team, tighter bond among players

Julie Ortega
September 22, 2015
Although the Chico State women's golf roster falls short this season, they still look to carry on.

Chico State men’s soccer wins 2-1 in overtime over Dominican University

Julie Ortega
September 18, 2015
The men's soccer team beat Dominican University 2-1 in overtime for its first win of the season.
First-year student Mackenzie Boulton cradles the ball and scopes out her next move. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Boulton blocks shots for the ‘Cats

Julie Ortega
September 15, 2015
Transfer student goalkeeper, Mackenzie Boulton, shares her thoughts on her first season as a Wildcat.
Wildcats Fall Behind in Game Two

Wildcats Fall Behind in Game Two

Julie Ortega
September 8, 2015
Men's soccer take a loss against Saint Martin's University.
Final score of the season opener for the Chico State Women's soccer team.

Chico State Women’s Soccer Coming in Strong

Julie Ortega
September 3, 2015
The Chico State Women's soccer team kick off their season with a win 2-0 over Saint Martin's.
Rajaee DeLane is the newest name in Chico State soccer. Photo courtesy of Rajaee DeLane.

DeLane is the new name in men’s soccer

Julie Ortega
August 24, 2015
Rajaee DeLane, a De Anza College transfer student, is the fresh talent on a young 2015 men's soccer roster.
Junior infielder Andrew Carrillo takes a swing on April 12 in a game against Cal State Dominguez Hills. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Q&A: Wildcats talk about athletes they emulate

Julie Ortega
May 1, 2015
Chico State players weigh in on who their role models are and what it takes to be a good example for others.
First-year guard Corey Silverstrom goes up for a layup during practice this past season. Photo Credit: John Domogma

Q&A: Wildcats bond, blow off steam through video games

Julie Ortega
April 21, 2015
Chico State athletes build a tighter connection while taking a break from their sport by regularly playing video games together.
Freshman pitcher Haley Gilham launches the ball at the Chico State softball field in a game against University of Hawaii on Feb 12. Photo Credit: John Domogma

Wildcats avoid sweep against UC San Diego

Julie Ortega
April 7, 2015
The Chico State softball team split its double header on Saturday to salvage its four game series against the Tritons.
Junior center Tanner Giddings takes a jump shot over a Cal State L.A. defender at Acker Gym on Jan. 30. Giddings was a transfer student from Fresno State and will be returning to play with the Wildcats next season during his senior year. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Giddings thrives in 1st season with Wildcat basketball

Julie Ortega
April 4, 2015
The team's junior center was able to accomplish everything that he set out to do after transferring from Fresno State.
Chico State's junior pitcher, Torgen Soderlund throwing the baseball during a game against the Sonoma State Seawolves on Feb 27. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats overpower Cal State San Bernardino

Julie Ortega
March 15, 2015
The 'Cats beat Cal State San Bernardino on Friday to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Chico State men's basketball team's starting five players huddle up prior to a play in a game against Cal State L.A. on Jan. 30. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats on the prowl for playoff glory

Julie Ortega
March 11, 2015
A look at the Chico State men's basketball team as it heads into the NCAA Championship Tournament.
Chico State men's golf team recruit Matt Hutchins takes a swing during a tournament. Hutchins comes from Massachusetts and was twice named for All-Scholastics teams by the Boston Globe and the Boston Herald.  Photo courtesy of Matt Hutchins.

Wildcats sign high-profile golfer

Julie Ortega
February 19, 2015
The Chico State men's golf team adds high school senior Matt Hutchins to its roster for the fall.
Chico State's Drew Kitchens facing the Los Angeles State's Joel Brokenbrough defense on Jan 30. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats come from behind, win 10th game in a row

Julie Ortega
February 15, 2015
The Wildcats beat Cal State San Bernardino on Thursday to extend their winning streak.
Sammy DeHart, right, signs her National Letter of Intent to attend Chico State in the fall. DeHart started for two years on Nevada Union High School's varsity team in Grass Valley and was one of two team captains. Photo courtesy of Rory Miller.

Wildcat women’s basketball acquires top high school recruit

Julie Ortega
February 13, 2015
With the 2015 season coming to an end, the team is looking to replenish the roster with new talent for next fall.
Chico State's Annie Ward penetrates to the basket in the second half against a Cal State L.A. defender on Friday Jan. 30 in Acker gym. Photo credit: Malik Payton

Wildcats break 2 game losing streak

Julie Ortega
February 7, 2015
After going 0-2 last weekend, the 'Cats bounced back on Friday night by beating UC San Diego to get back on the win column.
Johnny Sanchez, center, competes at a cross-country meet. Sanchez said that the cheering and energy from the crowd at a meet helps him push harder to win. Photo courtesy of Johnny Sanchez.

Q&A: Staying in focus while in action

Julie Ortega
February 3, 2015
Chico State athletes talk about distractions and how they handle them.
High school senior Natalia Betancourt proudly wears her Chico State sweatshirt in her home in Southern California. Betancourt will be joining the Wildcat volleyball team in the fall. Photo courtesy of Natalia Betancourt.

High school powerhouse to join Wildcat volleyball team

Julie Ortega
January 26, 2015
Chico State volleyball has recruited a strong talent out of Southern California to bolster the team in the fall.
Hannah Womack focusing on Chico State's next move on Jan. 17. Photo credit: Catalina Friz

Chico State win in overtime against Seawolves

Julie Ortega
January 20, 2015
The Wildcats were able to overcome Sonoma State's first half offensive attack to steal a win in extra period.