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Head coach Greg Clink designs a play in the CCAA playoffs against Cal State L.A. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Coach Clink: Recruiting winners, making champions

Lars Gustafson
March 7, 2016
Orion sports reporter Lars Gustafson sits down with Chico State men's basketball head coach Greg Clink to talk about his journey from a player to head coach of the Wildcats.
Chico Fire Department putting out a trash fire near Warner Street in an alley on Monday afternoon. Photo credit: Lars Gustafson

Trash-fire quickly exterminated by Chico Fire Department

Lars Gustafson
November 4, 2015
A smoky, trash-fire was quickly put out by the Chico Fire Department late Monday afternoon.
After being swept by the Cal State Stanislaus Warriors 0-3 in Turlock, the 'Cats are now 14-5 for the season and 6-3 in CCAA Conference play. Photo credit: John Domogma

Women’s volleyball team swept 0-3 by Cal State Stanislaus

Lars Gustafson
October 9, 2015
After sweeping the Warriors at home 3-0 last Saturday, the Chico State women's volleyball team was swept 0-3 by the Cal State Stanislaus Warriors in Turlock on Oct. 6.
James Groh, the Orion Sports Network broadcaster for your 2015 Chico State sports season. Photo credit: George Johnston

The Orion Sports Network goes live Friday night

Lars Gustafson
October 1, 2015
The Orion sports section will be providing live play-by-play updates of Chico State sporting events with our first broadcast starting at 6:50 p.m. Friday night at the Chico State men's soccer team game against Cal State East Bay.
Chico State starting pitcher Luke Barker had a strong final year on the mound for the Wildcats with a 1.73 ERA and also won the Bud Hanna Outstanding Scholar Athlete award. Photo courtesy of Luke Reid.

Wildcat baseball wraps up worst season in 2 decades

Lars Gustafson
May 3, 2015
Chico State's team failed to make playoffs after being ranked eighth overall nationally headed into this season.
Mason Moore and his team at the "The Fifth Element" science fair presenting how sound frequencies effect water flows. Mason also competes at sprint car racing and has won several top prizes in California. Photo credit: Brandon Foster

Junior racer speeds toward success on track, in classroom

Lars Gustafson
April 27, 2015
Mason Moore does double duty as a sprint car racer and a business management major.
First baseman Desiree Gonzalez up to bat during the game against Humboldt State over the weekend. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats split final home series doubleheader

Lars Gustafson
April 22, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats were able to split Saturday's doubleheader against rival Humboldt State with a wildpitch on an intentional walk Saturday.
Ashley Huff gets ready to advance bases on Feb. 27 against her former team, the San Francisco State Gators. Photo credit: George Johnston

Utility players’ versatility key to softball’s playoff push

Lars Gustafson
April 18, 2015
Transfer students Ashley Huff and Cailin Garmon's ability to play multiple positions is having a big impact on the team's success.
Senior third baseman Dylan Garcia runs to first base during a game against Cal State Dominguez Hills on April 11. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats struggle in 10-2 loss

Lars Gustafson
April 18, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats lost to the Cal State University Stanislaus 10-2 in Turlock.
First year pitcher Hunter Haworth pitching on the mound against Cal State Monterey Bay on March 28. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

‘Cats secure win over Toros Sunday

Lars Gustafson
April 16, 2015
The Chico State men's baseball team won 8-5 over Cal State Dominguez Hills on Sunday.
Octavio Guzman, left, battles for the ball against a player from the Charleston Battery team last year. Photo courtesy of Octavio Guzman

Wildcat alumnus kicks into high gear as pro soccer player

Lars Gustafson
April 15, 2015
Octavio Guzman is making a name for himself as a midfielder on the Sacramento Republic in the United Soccer League.
Senior third baseman Dylan Garcia hitting the ball against the Otters on March 27. Garcia was a perfect 4-for-4 against the Golden Eagles last Saturday. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats give up 3 games to L.A.

Lars Gustafson
April 7, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats lost every game except one, in a four game series against the Golden Eagles.
Chico State's Drew Kitchens faces a Cal State L.A. opponent in a game on Jan. 30 at Acker Gym. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcat rivalry tensions elevate performance

Lars Gustafson
April 6, 2015
Chico State athletes talk about what it's like playing against the biggest adversaries in their sports.
Senior outfielder Connor Huesers running to first base against the Otters on March 27. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats drop doubleheader against Cal State Monterey Bay

Lars Gustafson
March 30, 2015
After escaping Friday's game with a walk-off, the Wildcats lost both of the games in the doubleheader against Cal State Monterey Bay on Saturday.
Natalie Oelsner, president of the women's rugby team, runs down the pitch with the ball to attempt a try. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Rugby player braves broken bone to help team clinch championship

Lars Gustafson
March 27, 2015
Chico State junior Selena Miranda suffered a major injury in the middle of a game in 2013, but didn't let that stop her from helping her team bring home the glory.
Senior guard Mike Rosaroso shooting against a Cal Poly Pomona defender on Feb. 7. Photo credit: Gustavo Ornelas

Wildcats out of NCAA Tournament

Lars Gustafson
March 15, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats lost 67-61 to California Baptist in the first round of the NCAA Tournament West Regional.
Tyler Lesher wraps first-year forward Isaiah Ellis' ankle. Lesher has been working with the Wildcat men's basketball team for about a year. Photo credit: George Johnston

Trainers key to keeping Wildcats on top of their game

Lars Gustafson
March 9, 2015
A couple of Chico State athletic trainers talk about their firsthand experiences assisting athletes throughout the season.
Empty stands show lack of Wildcat pride

Empty stands show lack of Wildcat pride

Lars Gustafson
March 8, 2015
Sports writer Lars Gustafson examines why games and matches at Chico State don't have strong support from the campus community.
Tanner Giddings, Forward for the Wildcats, bodying up against a Cal State East Bay defender Photo credit: Gustavo Ornelas

‘Cats prepare for playoff push

Lars Gustafson
March 5, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats finished the regular season play with a win over Cal State East Bay to clinch the number one seed for playoffs.

Wildcats fall against winless Gators

Lars Gustafson
February 26, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats struggled in a loss to San Francisco State for the Gators' first win of the season.
Kenji Dorsey-Imabori clears the rail as the crowd looks on during Soul id's Rail Jam competition in downtown Chico on Friday. Photo credit: Trevor Ryan

Snowboarders, skiers flock to Rail Jam event in City Plaza

Lars Gustafson
February 23, 2015
Soul id, a social media company for extreme athletes and photographers, brought snow to Chico for a trick event downtown.
Chico State students test out the suits used to play bubble soccer at the Wildcat Recreation Center. Photo courtesy of Jay Ferrick.

Bubble soccer bursts onto intramural sports scene

Lars Gustafson
February 16, 2015
A new intramural activity offered at the Wildcat Recreation Center combines soccer, full contact and giant plastic bubbles.
Chico State's Annie Ward plays in a game against Cal State L.A. on Friday in Acker Gym. On a recent run of road games, Ward sank nine 3-pointers out of 14 attempts. Photo credit: Malik Payton

Senior players lead Wildcats on playoff pursuit

Lars Gustafson
February 4, 2015
Hannah Womack and Annie Ward are playing in their last season and are stepping into leadership roles to get the 'Cats into the postseason.
Chico State faces off against Cal State L.A. Friday Jan. 30 in acker gym. Chico state's Annie Ward looks to make a play for Chico State. Photo credit: Malik Payton

‘Cats struggle late, lose to Cal State L.A. 71-64

Lars Gustafson
February 1, 2015
In a close game with the Golden Eagles, the Wildcats struggle to get their offense scoring late, losing to Cal State Los Angeles at home.
First-year student Haley Gilham is making her debut on the Wildcat softball team this year as a starting pitcher. Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico State softball season preview

Lars Gustafson
January 28, 2015
With the college softball season about to begin, we offer a look at some of the players and games to look out for.
Chico State women's basketball team lining up for the national anthem. Photo credit: George Johnston

Wildcats bounce back from defeat

Lars Gustafson
January 25, 2015
The Chico State women's basketball team defeated Cal State Monterey Bay to conclude a 2-game road trip.
Wildcat basketball senior breaks records, blocks shots

Wildcat basketball senior breaks records, blocks shots

Lars Gustafson
January 21, 2015
Senior forward Jordan Semple has been having a stellar season, crushing some of the Chico State men's basketball team's records.
Cross-country head coach Gary Towne rallies his team during the 2013 fall season. Photo courtesy of Gary Towne. Courtesy photo Gary Towne

Q&A: Gary Towne, CCAA cross-country Coach of the Year

Lars Gustafson
January 20, 2015
Chico State’s cross-country team finished in the top 10 schools in its division for the last 15 years under the leadership of Gary Towne, but that streak ended last fall. The Orion caught up with Towne to talk about last season and what he is doing to help the team get back to the top.
Chico State's Hannah Womack taking a shot from San Fransisco State's guard Jasmine Flanagan. Photo credit: Catalina Friz

‘Cats end five game losing streak

Lars Gustafson
January 19, 2015
Chico State women's basketball team defeated San Francisco State to get back to the win column on Friday night.
Carly Marquiss scores a goal against Mexico in the 2013 Women's Inline Hockey World Junior Championships in Huntington Beach. Photo courtesy of Carly Marquiss.

Female Olympian plays with Chico State inline hockey team

Lars Gustafson
December 17, 2014
Former Olympic competitor Carly Marquiss breaks boundaries and competes alongside male teammates.
Kasey Barnett, former Chico State pole vaulter, during practice in 2014. Orion File Photo

Wildcat of the Year nominee: Kasey Barnett

Lars Gustafson
December 8, 2014
Former Chico State pole vaulter Kasey Barnett has been nominated for the Orion Sports 2014 Wildcat of the Year.
Marcus Brown practicing at sunset. Photo courtesy of Marcus Brown

Former Wildcat finds success as water skier

Lars Gustafson
December 2, 2014
Chico State alumnus Marcus Brown has become a professional skier.
Annie Ward scored 15 points for Chico State on Saturday night. Orion file photo.

Womens basketball falls just short at Thanksgiving Classic

Lars Gustafson
November 22, 2014
The Chico State women's basketball team fell 81-77 to Alaska Fairbanks in the Dixie State Thanksgiving Classic tournament.

Wildcats succeed with higher fan count

Lars Gustafson
November 19, 2014
These are the Chico State Wildcat sport accolades and accomplishments during the highest attendance years over the past decade.
Lindsey Dias had the game-winning goal in double overtime on Friday. Photo credit: John Domogma

Women’s soccer team advances to championship game

Lars Gustafson
November 7, 2014
In a double overtime thriller, The Wildcats were able to beat the Cal Poly Pomona Broncos 1-0.
Sami Miller, a freshman, practices for her national competition. Photo credit: Emily Teague

‘Cats compete at water-ski nationals

Lars Gustafson
October 21, 2014
Members of the Chico State Water-ski club competed at the 35th Collegiate National event over the weekend.
Freshman golfer Illeana MacDonald competed at the GolfWeek Fall Invitational for Chico State. Photo courtesy Chico Wildcats.

Chico State women’s golf places 6th at GolfWeek Fall Invitational

Lars Gustafson
October 8, 2014
Dani O'Keefe takes third place overall as the wildcats place sixth out of 12 teams.

Downhill to the championship

Lars Gustafson
September 29, 2014
The Chico State Cycling Team is flying downhill toward the 2014 season and a run at the national championship.
Chico State dirt biking club vice president Scotty White catches air as he heads up a hill during a ride. The club has 50 active members this year. Photo Courtesy Scotty White

Chico State Dirt Riders gears up for new year

Lars Gustafson
September 24, 2014
The Chico State dirt bike club is preparing for the 2014 season with more than three times as many members expected to participate than just a year ago.
Chico State women's golfer Bianca Armanini took 22nd in the team's season-opening tournament Tuesday. Photo courtesy Chico Wildcats.

Chico State women’s golf takes 6th at Torrey Pines

Lars Gustafson
September 17, 2014
The Chico State women's golf team began its season with the Point Loma
Chico State golfer Dani O'Keefe is one of the team's key returners from a year ago. Photo courtesy Chico Wildcats

New coach, players to lead women’s golf team

Lars Gustafson
September 15, 2014
A new season for the Chico State women's golf team brings new opportunities to reach championship games and come out on top.
Chico State wakeboarder Colton Duncan sails through the air and over the wake in practice. Photo credit: Brandon Foster

Wakeboarding team readies for upcoming season

Lars Gustafson
September 7, 2014
The Chico State wakeboarding team is recruiting and training to get a shot at another national championship.
New track and field runner Brennan May. Photo credit: Emily Teague

Pro outfielder turns track star

Lars Gustafson
September 2, 2014
Brennan May, former Cincinnati Red minor league outfielder, lands in Chico State to run track this year.
New track and field runner Brennan May. Photo credit: Emily Teague

Pro outfielder turns track star

Lars Gustafson
September 2, 2014
Brennan May, former Cincinnati Reds minor league outfielder, lands in Chico State to run track this year.