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COVID-19 infects NCAA playoffs

COVID-19 infects NCAA playoffs

Karina Cope, Staff Writer
March 30, 2020
Chico State Wildcats take on the Cal State Los Angeles Golden Eagles in Acker Gym.

[Photo] Wildcats come out victorious in their ninth straight

January 26, 2020

Death of Chico State head volleyball coach, Cody Hein

Matthew Wreden, Karina Cope, and
January 25, 2020
The tip-off begins the game between Chico State and Cal State Dominguez Hills.

[Photo] Consistent defense and free throws – crucial for a win

January 24, 2020
Freshman Liz Geraghty positioning her free kick against Sonoma State. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

How young talent is recruited

Karina Cope
December 3, 2019
Talia Swangler running in race at the Cross Country Championships. Photo credit: Gary Towne

Cross country runner pushes on through tragedy

Karina Cope
November 17, 2019
Chico player, Shay Stark and Holy Names player, Elle Burland, face off each other during the last ten minutes of the game. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Wildcats shake Acker Gym during their season home opener

Karina Cope
November 13, 2019
Photo credit: Karina Cope

Paradise High Athletics bounces back after Camp Fire

Karina Cope
November 12, 2019
The volleyball team huddles up to strategize about the game. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Senior spotlight shines on four, star players

Karina Cope
November 11, 2019
Kim Wright and Kelly Jacome work side by side to prevent San Francisco from hitting the ball to their side. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Regular season winds down as Wildcats are still in full throttle

Karina Cope
November 8, 2019

Student athletes behind the scenes, outside of practice

Karina Cope
October 28, 2019
A player focuses on his target as he winds up for a toss. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Chico State students strive to break a Guinness World Record

Karina Cope
October 26, 2019
Ryan O Callaghan explaining his struggles with his sexuality. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Ryan O’Callaghan’s journey as a gay man in the NFL

Karina Cope
October 14, 2019
Chico State taking advantage of their possession of the ball. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Women’s soccer comeback after losing their home game streak

Karina Cope
October 13, 2019
Chico State volleyball team in Acker Gym about to face off against Humboldt State. Oct. 5, 2019 Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Video: Chico State Volleyball v.s. Humboldt State

Melissa Herrera and Karina Cope
October 6, 2019
Makaela Keeve spiking the ball over the net. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Strong October Offense for Volleyball

Karina Cope
October 5, 2019
Aidan Finney without his helmet during practice. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Next level football for Pleasant Valley senior, Aidan Finney

Karina Cope
October 2, 2019
Hailey Fune is currently a senior at Chico High School and has participated in the track and field team all four years. Photo credit: Karina Cope

Athlete to watch: Hailey Fune

Karina Cope
October 1, 2019
Head athletic trainer Scott Barker working with an athlete alongside his assistant, Halie Hall Photo credit: Karina Cope

What it means to be an athletic trainer

Karina Cope
September 23, 2019
Head athletic trainer Scott Barker working with an athlete alongside his assistant, Halie Hall Photo credit: Karina Cope

What it means to be an athletic trainer

Karina Cope
September 23, 2019
Bekah Boyle spikes the ball past Monterrey Bays blockers. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

First home game is a clean sweep for Wildcat volleyball

Karina Cope
September 21, 2019
After a defensive steal, Marcus Rehrman charges down the court toward the basket with the defender, Peter Koenen, closely guarding during a scrimmage game on March 4, 2019. Photo credit: Olyvia Simpson

Wildcat students enjoy intramural sports

Karina Cope
September 16, 2019
Alexi Vontsolos in defensive battle with Holy Names player. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Women’s soccer on a roll with a three-game winning streak

Karina Cope
September 14, 2019
The Chico State Wildcats line up before their home game against Sonoma State in this archive photo. Photo credit: Ricardo Tovar

Wildcats sweep at the Division II West Region Volleyball Showcase

Karina Cope
September 12, 2019
Instructor Austin Stahl teaches a breakaway technique to two students. Photo credit: Lucero Del Rayo-Nava

Self-defense and what it’s worth

Karina Cope
September 10, 2019
Jordan Doukakis having possession of the ball at home game. Photo Courtesy of Chico State Sports Information.

Women’s soccer puts their first win on the board

Karina Cope
September 8, 2019
Makaela Keeve spiking the ball in home game at Acker Gym. Photo Courtesy of Chico State Sports Information.

Hawaii Challenge intensifies for the Wildcats in a five-set doubleheader

Karina Cope
September 7, 2019

Yankees season of shattered records

Karina Cope
September 2, 2019
Mikey Hirsch running towards Holy Names player in exhibition match Saturday night. Photo credit: Lucero Del Rayo-Nava

Lucky equalizer for the Wildcats

Karina Cope
September 1, 2019
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