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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Nick Martinez-Esquibel, Sports Editor

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Palmer and Fernandez

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
October 1, 2016
Nick Martinez-Esquibel, Sports Editor. Photo credit: Stephanie Schmieding

A farewell to The Orion

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 18, 2016
Senior AJ Epstein launches a ball during a game against Sonoma State. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Baseball team captures CCAA title

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 17, 2016
Head coach Dave Taylor walks off the mound after talking with his team. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Baseball team squeaks into CCAA tournament

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 10, 2016
Promotional photo from official Facebook page.

‘The Jungle Book’ stunning visuals brings animals to life

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 5, 2016
Sophomore Haley Gilham zeroes in on her target in a game against Cal State Dominguez Hills. Photo credit: Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Softball pitcher launches first career home run in win

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 27, 2016
Nick Martinez, sports editor. Photo credit: The Orion

McGregor’s big mistake

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 26, 2016
First place finisher in the Advanced Women's category, Christina Saschin holds on before her next move.

The Ruckus rocks the WREC

Nick Martinez-Esquibel, Sports Editor
April 15, 2016
Senior Desiree' Gonzalez aggressively rounds second base in a game at home. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Softball coach earns 200th victory at tournament

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 5, 2016
Junior Sonny Cortez makes contact in a game against Cal State Monterey Bay on Feb. 28. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

Snider smashes 7 RBIs in ‘Cats win

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March 22, 2016
A woman was killed Wednesday night after being struck by a car and dragged half a mile Photo from Google maps

Hit-and-run kills woman dragged half mile

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February 18, 2016
Sophomore third baseman Cameron Santos slides into third against Menlo College on Jan. 31 Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Baseball team opens weekend with a win

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February 5, 2016
Kate Scott interviews Saint Mary's College men's basketball head coach Randy Bennett for Comcast. Photo courtesy of Kate Scott.

Going inside the mind of KNBR sports anchor, Kate Scott

Nick Martinez-Esquibel, Staff Writer
December 8, 2015
Nick Martinez-Esquibel. Orion file photo.

Are Super Bowls more important than morals?

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
November 16, 2015
The Chico State women's basketball team lost 52-81 in its final preseason exhibition game to the University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack. Photo credit: Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Women’s basketball loses exhibition to University of Nevada, Reno 52-81

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
November 16, 2015
Nick Martinez-Esquibel. Orion file photo.

Sports are more than ‘just a game’

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
November 2, 2015
The men's cross-country team, ranked No. 2 in the nation, takes first place at the San Francisco Invitational. Photo courtesy of Gary Towne.

Chico State cross-country dominates at San Francisco Invitational

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
October 15, 2015

Injuries make football hard to love

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
October 12, 2015
Omar Nuno, junior transfer forward, leads the men's soccer team in goal this season. Photo credit: John Domogma

Nuno on the prowl to score for the ‘Cats

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
October 10, 2015
Olivia Mediano, sophomore outside hitter, racked up her 233rd kill of the season in the 3-0 sweep of Cal State East Bay. Photo credit: John Domogma

Women’s volleyball team sweeps Cal State East Bay in three sets

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
October 2, 2015
Men's cross-country runner, Will Reyes, is expected to be the top Wildcat runner in his first season, after redshirting last year. Photo courtesy of Gary Towne.

Reyes leads men’s cross-country to victory

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 29, 2015
Orion file photo.

Giant checks, small bank accounts; Daily fantasy sports

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 27, 2015
The Chico State Wildcats beat the San Francisco Gators in five sets on Sept. 22.. Photo credit: John Domogma

Women’s volleyball team beats Gators in thrilling fashion

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 24, 2015
Olivia Mediano gets ready for a game against Cal State East Bay in Acker Gym on Tuesday. Photo credit: John Domogma

Killer ‘Cat: Sophomore hitter Mediano to have breakout season

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 21, 2015
The women's volleyball team opens CCAA play with a three-set sweep against Cal State East Bay. Photo credit: John Domogma

Chico State women’s volleyball wins first game of CCAA play

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 18, 2015
Olivia Mediano has stepped into a big role in the 2015 season. Photo courtesy of Chico Wildcats.

Volleyball drops 2 in doubleheader for first losses of the season

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September 15, 2015
Orion file photo

Collegiate athletes are broke

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 12, 2015
Orion file photo

California NFL 2015 season preview

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September 8, 2015
Tanner Giddings shows his school spirit in Acker Gym on Wednesday morning. Photo credit: Kiana Alvarez

Wildcat finds mentor in former NBA player

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
September 6, 2015
The Chico State Women's volleyball team won their first two games of the season against Dominican University of California and Holy Names University. Photo credit: Sam Barker

‘Cats win 6 straight sets to start season 2-0

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September 5, 2015
Kody Atkins and Nicole Anthony run during practice on Wednesday before hitting the weight room. Photo by John Domogma.

Women’s cross-country season preview

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
August 31, 2015
MLB playoff race heats up

MLB playoff race heats up

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
August 31, 2015
Nick Martinez-Esquibel. Orion file photo.

Fantasy Football draft— Thumbs up, thumbs down

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
August 24, 2015
An essential guide to understanding sports lingo

An essential guide to understanding sports lingo

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 12, 2015
Junior first baseman Desiree' Gonzalez tries to get out a runner on April 3 in a game against UC San Diego. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Softball team secures playoff berth through grit, determination

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 6, 2015
Junior outfielder Matt Jacobson batting against Sonoma State on Feb. 27 Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats come up short on Senior Day

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
May 1, 2015
Junior Alli Cook batting against Hawaii-Hilo on Feb. 12. Photo credit: George Johnston

Wildcats sweep pivotal double header

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April 30, 2015
Former men's soccer player Michael Janjigian sets up on defense against Cal State Dominguez Hills last season. Photo Credit: John Domogma

Soccer program celebrates 50th anniversary

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 28, 2015
Junior middle distance runner Olivia Watt competes on March 14 at the Wildcat Invitational. Photo courtesy of Luke Reid

Watt leads on the track, inspires team to succeed

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 21, 2015
First year pitcher Hunter Haworth tosses the ball to senior Dylan Garcia to beat a Cal State Dominguez Hills batter from getting on base in a game on April 10. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

‘Cats drop 1st game of series against Gators

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 19, 2015
Senior outfielder Connor Huesers batting against Cal State Dominguez Hills on Feb. 10. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

‘Cats take 1st game of series against Toros

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April 14, 2015
First-year runner Alex Burkhart competes in the steeplechase at the San Francisco State Distance Carnival on April 4. Photo courtesy of Alex Burkhart

First-year runner sprints into action for Wildcats

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 11, 2015
Wildcat first-year pitcher Haley Gilham takes a practice pitch during a game on Feb. 12 against the University of Hawaii. Photo credit: John Domogma

First-year pitcher delivers stellar performance in March

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 7, 2015
Senior outfielder Connor Huesers staying alert on the outfield during a game against Sonoma State on Feb. 27. Photo credit: Ryan Pressey

Wildcats drop doubleheader

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 6, 2015
Chico State starting pitcher Luke Barker winds up for a pitch during a game. Photo courtesy of Luke Reid.

Wildcats take first game of the weekend

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 5, 2015
The Graduate, a popular sports bar frequented Chico State students. Photo credit: Zach Aucella

Best Chico bars to watch the NCAA finals

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
April 1, 2015
Junior outfielder Alli Cook looks at her opponent while attempting to score in a game against Southern Oregon on Feb. 15. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Cook steals her way into record books

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 25, 2015
Senior pitcher Derek Sesma on the mound during practice on Feb. 13 Photo credit: George Johnston

Wildcats lose series finale

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 24, 2015
Junior first baseman Matt Jacobson up to bat against Sonoma State on Feb. 27. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats drop both games in double header

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March 12, 2015
Senior Jordan Semple and junior Tanner Giddings battle against San Francisco State players for a rebound on Jan. 16. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats lose in tournament finals

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 10, 2015
Former San Francisco Giants manager Dusty Baker, right, and mechanical engineering professor Greg Karillo discuss their mutual interest in renewable energy resources during Baker's visit to Chico State. Photo credit: Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Former Giants manager Dusty Baker visits Chico State

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 10, 2015
Senior Jordan Semple advances the ball up court while being chased down by a Cal State L.A. opponent on Jan. 30 Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats advance to conference finals

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 7, 2015
Senior guard Hannah Womack dribbles down the court in her final season as a Wildcat. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats lose emotional game on Senior Night

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 6, 2015
Junior Ashley Huff up to bat against Hawaii-Hilo on Feb. 12. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats sweep double header with strong pitching

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 6, 2015
Chico State's Hannah Womack shoots for a three-pointer during a faceoff against Cal State L.A. on Jan. 30 in Acker Gym. Photo credit: Malik Payton

Wildcats look back at game-winning shots

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
March 2, 2015
Brooke Bowen, forward on the women's basketball team, listens to her favorite song, "Fight Night," outside of Butte Station. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Music pumps up Wildcats’ performance

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 22, 2015

‘Cats continue struggles on the road

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 16, 2015
Junior Wildcat Amanda Cordeiro hits the ball towards left field Feb. 12, during a match against University of Hawaii-Hilo. Photo credit: John Domogma

‘Cats split doubleheader in season opener

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 15, 2015
Giants, A's fumble in efforts to shore up rosters

Giants, A’s fumble in efforts to shore up rosters

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 14, 2015
Chico State women’s head coach Brian Fogel and first-year guard Whitney Branham strategize during practice. Branham has started in all games this season and is tied for the most assists. Photo credit: John Domogma

First-year Wildcat seizes opportunity to lead

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 11, 2015
Illustration by Ashiah Scharaga

Pros, cons of off-campus housing options

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
February 9, 2015
Chico State's Mike Rosaroso being guarded by Los Angeles State's Chris Martin on Jan 30. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats extends their win streak to six

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 31, 2015
Dave Taylor keeps the team on its toes with fly balls and grounders during practice on Friday. The Wildcat baseball team is looking to make it to the Division II College World Series for the second year in a row. Photo credit: Zach Aucella

Chico State baseball team season preview

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 28, 2015
Corey Silverstrom practices at Acker Gym on Jan 22. Photo credit: John Domogma

Wildcat athletes’ game-day superstitions

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 26, 2015
Chico State's Jordan Semple (45) being guarded by San Francisco State's Bren Haley (3) on Jan 16. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats Topple Cal State East Bay

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 23, 2015
Chico State’s Tanner Giddings, center, jumps for the ball in a game against Sonoma State on Saturday. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats find success at away games

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 21, 2015
Chico State's Mike Rosaroso (31) facing the defense from San Francisco State's Derrick Brown (22) on Jan 16. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Wildcats rally late to beat Sonoma State

Nick Martinez-Esquibel
January 19, 2015
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