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Kya Williams, Reporter

Kya Williams is a third year student majoring in journalism and minoring in communications. She was born in Chicago, Illinois but was raised in Santa Barbara where she began her journalism journey. This is her first semester as a staff member for The Orion and she can’t wait for a great year. Outside of reporting on news she enjoys being outside, hanging out with friends and running. 



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Wildcats play. Taken by Milca Elvira Chacon.

Chico State men’s basketball weekend recap: A triumph and setback on the road

Kya Williams, Reporter
February 20, 2024

The Chico State men's basketball team had an eventful weekend on the road, battling it out on the court in two thrilling games. The Wildcats faced off against Cal State Monterey Bay on Thursday 78-67,...

Men's basketball team huddle up going over plays during timeout. Taken by Nick Sanders on Feb. 9.

Chico State men’s basketball falls short in grueling away game battle

Kya Williams, Reporter
February 12, 2024

During a busy weekend on the road, the Chico State men's basketball team faced a challenging matchup resulting in a 79-91 loss against Cal State San Bernardino on Saturday. The Wildcats and the San...

Members of the team watching their teammates play. Taken by Kya Williams on Feb. 3.

Chico State men’s basketball secures dominant 85-65 victory over SF State

Kya Williams, Reporter
February 5, 2024

The Chico State men's basketball team got a resounding 85-65 victory in their Saturday game against San Francisco State University, adding to their winning streak.  The first half of the game saw the...

Mens basketball team huddled up while coach is talking to them during half time

Men’s basketball takes a big win in nail-biting game

Kya Williams, Reporter
January 28, 2024

In an intense match-up that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Chico State men's basketball team earned a hard-fought victory (69-67) in a close game against the Sonoma State SeaWolves Saturday. From...

Adam Afifi shooting beyond the arc.

Chico State Men’s Basketball splits weekend matchups

Kya Williams, Reporter
December 11, 2023

The Chico State Men's Basketball team faced a weekend of intense competition with two away games against Sonoma State (5-4) on Thursday and San Marcos (3-5) on Saturday ending with one win and one loss.    The...

Sophomore Jojo Murphy vs. Yotes defender

Chico State Men’s Basketball loses first game of season

Kya Williams and Nick Sanders
December 2, 2023

No. 5 Chico State Men's Basketball team faced a challenging defeat against the No. 4 San Bernardino Coyotes at the Wildcats home game Thursday night losing 67-70. The Wildcats, in a highly anticipated...

The Wildcats celebrate after Miles Rice (front center) scores a goal.

Chico State Men’s Soccer earns spot in the DII NCAA championship tournament

Kya Williams, reporter
November 14, 2023

The Chico State Men's Soccer team secured the fifth spot in the National Collegiate Athletic Association DII Super Region 4 Championship after an impressive season (11-1-7.)  They are set to face Colorado...

Chico State Women's Soccer team suffers loss in conference tournament

Chico State Women’s Soccer team suffers loss in conference tournament

Kya Williams, Reporter
November 8, 2023

The Chico State Wildcats' women's soccer team suffered a nail-biting 0-1 loss Sunday in the first round of the California Collegiate Athletic Association tournament. Facing off against the Los Angeles...

Photo of Chico State Women's soccer team playing the Monterey Bay Otters.

Chico State Women’s Soccer team suffers 0-2 loss

Kya Williams, Repoter
November 5, 2023

The Chico State Women's Soccer team played a hard-fought game Thursday against the Stanislaus State Warriors that had fans on the edge of their seats. Despite their best efforts, the Wildcats ultimately...

Chico State Women's Soccer has exciting victories over the weekend 

Chico State Women’s Soccer has exciting victories over the weekend 

Kya Williams and Nick Sanders
October 31, 2023

Chico state women's soccer had an exciting weekend as they won impressive games against San Francisco State Gators Thursday (2-1) and Cal State Monterey Bay Sea Otters Sunday (1-0).    On Thursday,...

Chico State celebrates Natalie Mendoza's Goal

Chico State Women’s Soccer has weekend thrills and challenges

Kya Williams, Reporter
October 23, 2023

It was a weekend of highs and lows for the Chico State Women's Soccer (9-5-1) team as they faced a tough 0-2 defeat against Cal State Los Angeles on Friday, but pulled through Sunday with a thrilling 4-0...

Chico State Wildcats head coach Kim Sutton (center) encourages the team against Dominican Penguins during the second half of their women's soccer game on Thursday, September 12, 2019 in Chico, Calif. Photo Credit: Jason Halley

Chico State Women’s Soccer team finds victory and defeat in weekend matches

Kya Williams, Sports Reporter
October 18, 2023

The Chico State Women's Soccer had a rollercoaster weekend with a thrilling 2-1 win against the Sonoma State Seawolves Thursday, followed by a heart-wrenching 0-1 loss against Cal Poly Humboldt Saturday. On...

Women's soccer team huddled together. Photo Credit: Mason Tovani

Chico State Women’s Soccer faces weekend challenge with mixed results

Kya Williams, Sports Reporter
October 11, 2023

The Chico State Women's Soccer team had an eventful weekend, battling it out on the field in two thrilling matches. The Wildcats faced off against the Pomona Broncos on Friday in a 1-2 loss but won against...

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

Chico State Women’s Soccer shines with win and tie

Kya Williams, Reporter
October 4, 2023

Chico State Women's Soccer (5-2) had an action-packed weekend, demonstrating their abilities with a 2-0 win against Cal State East Bay Friday evening and a 0-0 tie against Cal State San Marcos Sunday. On...

The volleyball team huddles up to strategize about the game. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Chico State Volleyball displays resilience in weekend split

Kya Williams, Sports Reporter
September 26, 2023

The Chico State Volleyball team (4-4) showcased their resilience over the weekend as they split their two thrilling matches, facing a tough loss against the Sonoma State Seawolves Friday and securing victory...

Lauren Millard takes a swing on a golf course for Rocklin High School where she played four years on the varsity team.

Chico State Women’s Golf gears up for highly anticipated season  

Kya Williams, Sports Reporter
September 17, 2023

 The Chico State Women's Golf team is teeing-up for a thrilling season as they prepare to hit the greens once again. With a renewed sense of determination and talent, the Wildcats are looking to make...

The front of the Wildcat Recreation Center at Chico State.

Kicking Off the Semester with Fall Intramural Sports

Kya Williams, Reporter
September 7, 2023

As the 2023 fall semester kicks into high gear, the Wildcat Recreation Center is buzzing with students eager to participate in the university's intramural sports scene. With the first season of intramurals...