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Matthew Wreden, Sports Staff Writer

You can find Matthew glued to his phone, TV or computer reading, watching and analyzing sports. Matthew began his journalism career at Santa Rosa Junior College and hopes to become a sports writer in the Bay Area. After one semester on The Orion, Matthew has improved his writing, reporting and social media presence.

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Chico State to host on-campus vaccination clinic

Chico State to host on-campus vaccination clinic

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
May 4, 2021

Gavin Newsom Recall Update

Matthew Wreden and Ian Hilton
May 3, 2021
Kendall Hall

Chico State announces in-person graduation for class of 2020 and 2021

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
April 14, 2021

What you need to know about the Newsom recall

Matthew Wreden and Ian Hilton
April 3, 2021
Front view of Kendall Hall

Chico State opens door to Fall 2021 return for faculty and staff; impact on students and classes unclear

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
March 30, 2021
The new science building will hold in-person classes for the fall 2021 semester.

How the pandemic changed teaching science

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
March 26, 2021
Shurmer Gym

Shurmer Gym now a COVID-19 testing site

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
March 3, 2021
Front view of Kendall Hall

Chico State adds more detail for Fall 2021 reopening

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
February 25, 2021
Photo taken by Jessica Shippelhoute Feb. 5, 2021

Chico State lays out plan for returning to face-to-face instruction

Matthew Wreden, News Editor
February 11, 2021
Kendall Hall at Chico State

Chico State historian arrested for child pornography

Chloe Curtis and Matthew Wreden
January 24, 2021
The Chico State baseball team celebrating a run being scored in the 2020 season. Photo credit:Julian Mendoza

Chico State baseball ‘frustrated’ with cancelled season

Matthew Wreden, Sports Editor
December 9, 2020
Jorge Perez (44) scores against Fresno Pacific University and fist bumps Turner Olson (35). Photo Courtesy of Chico State Sports Information.

CCAA shuts down sports for remainder of school year

Matthew Wreden, Sports Editor
December 3, 2020
The home gym my roomates and I were able to create.

The Opening Of The WREC Is A Great Sign

Matthew Wreden, Sports Editor
October 21, 2020
Justin Briggs, a graduate of Chico State now, shattered the block record during his senior year and achieved Defensive Player Of The Year.

The most memorable games I covered in the spring

Matthew Wreden, Sports Editor
September 27, 2020
North Complex Fire reaches over 60% containment; officials warn residents to monitor fire conditions

North Complex Fire reaches over 60% containment; officials warn residents to monitor fire conditions

Chloe Curtis and Matthew Wreden
September 19, 2020
Cal Fire map of North Complex Fire on Sept. 18, 2020

Last missing person found safely as North Complex Fire containment passes 50%

Matthew Wreden and Chloe Curtis
September 18, 2020
Cal Fire map of North Complex Fire, Sept. 18, 2020

North Complex Fire reaches 40% containment; now one of California’s Top 5 deadliest and largest wildfires

Matthew Wreden and Chloe Curtis
September 18, 2020
Cal Fire map of North Complex Fire, Sept. 16, 2020

1 person remains missing in North Complex Fire; more than 600 structures destroyed

Matthew Wreden and Chloe Curtis
September 16, 2020
Cal Fire map of North Complex Fire, Sept. 13

1 new death, 2 remain missing in North Complex Fire; favorable weather conditions impeding fire’s spread

Matthew Wreden and Chloe Curtis
September 14, 2020
Cal Fire map of North Complex Fire, Sept. 13

2 additional deaths confirmed; unhealthy air to linger for weeks

Chloe Curtis and Matthew Wreden
September 13, 2020
Screenshot of damaged structures from CalFire's interactive map

3 more deaths from North Complex Fire; task force preparing for harsher weather conditions

Matthew Wreden and Chloe Curtis
September 12, 2020
CalFire map of the North Complex Fire, Sept. 11, 2020

Gov. Newsom signs inmate firefighter legislation in Butte as historic blaze rages on the ridge

Chloe Curtis, Kimberly Morales, and Matthew Wreden
September 11, 2020
Campus on Sept. 9 during the North Complex Fire

10 dead in North Complex Fire; over 60,000 acres burned and 0% containment for West Zone

Chloe Curtis, Kimberly Morales, and Matthew Wreden
September 10, 2020
Campus on Sept. 9 during the North Complex Fire

North Complex Fire raging near Oroville; 3 dead, 12 missing, 2,000 structures damaged or destroyed

Chloe Curtis, Kimberly Morales, and Matthew Wreden
September 9, 2020
Matt Herrera running in the 2019 season.

Chico State runners adjusting to canceled season

Matthew Wreden, Sports Editor
September 5, 2020
Chico State baseball reflects on cancelled season

Chico State baseball reflects on cancelled season

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020

Wildcat baseball finds success with transfer students

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
March 31, 2020

Women’s lacrosse leaning on first year head coach to rebuild program

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
March 26, 2020
Head Coach, Angel Shamblin, cheering on her team after another homerun.

Get ready with me: Athlete Edition

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
March 20, 2020
Senior guard Maddy Wong being introduced at Acker Gym.

Women’s basketball star, Maddy Wong, ranks high

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
March 17, 2020
Wildcat batter takes a swing in a home game against Cal State San Bernardino.

Solid pitching and defense earns a series win

Matthew Wreden and
March 9, 2020
Isaiah Brooks dribbles the ball down court in round one of the CCAA playoffs.

Wildcats rally to win the first home playoff game

Matthew Wreden and
March 5, 2020

Eager Wildcats enter the first round of playoffs

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
Maddy Wong dribbles the ball and attempts to get past her opposing defender.

A memorable farewell for Maddy Wong

Matthew Wreden and
February 23, 2020
Calvin Geraci jumps high and takes a shot while a Gator defender goes up in attempt to block.

Victory allows Wildcats to clinch a home playoff game

Matthew Wreden
February 21, 2020
Daniel Foret praised by teammates after ending the inning.

Wildcats take series win over SF State Gators

Matthew Wreden and
February 16, 2020
Aidan Rasmusson gets excited after scoring a run.

Wildcats sweep Sunbirds in home series opener with 37 runs

Matthew Wreden
February 9, 2020
The Wildcats cheer their teammates on.

The Wildcats rock Nettleton Stadium in home opener

Matthew Wreden
February 8, 2020
Justin Briggs sets the Chico State record for 154 total blocks.

Block party: Justin Briggs makes history while Wildcats drop one to UCSD

Matthew Wreden
February 7, 2020
One of the mourning students, JT Navarro, advances to first base after hitting the ball into the outfield during a game on April 26, 2019.

Orange Coast College baseball alumni reflect on the passing of Coach John Altobelli

Matthew Wreden
February 4, 2020

Death of Chico State head volleyball coach, Cody Hein

Matthew Wreden, Karina Cope, and
January 25, 2020

The Toros bully their way to a second half rally over the Wildcats

Matthew Wreden
January 23, 2020
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