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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion
All content by Patrick Pace
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Leader of the pack

Patrick Pace
December 13, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace
November 30, 2017
Mcferren dribbles down the court, looking to make a play for his team. - Photo courtesy of Jalen Mcferren

‘Cats dominate the Warriors at home

Patrick Pace
November 28, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wildcat of the week

Patrick Pace and Sean Martens
November 15, 2017
Senior forward Kayla Taylor goes after a jump ball against an opponent. She had 14 points in their recent loss. Photo credit: Jordyn Smith

Lady ‘Cats lose in disappointing fashion

Patrick Pace
November 14, 2017
Senior point guard Jalen Mcferren led his team to a strong victory against Biola University on Saturday. Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Chico State’s basketball team gets their first win

Patrick Pace
November 13, 2017
Silverstrom celebrates with his teammates after winning the NCAA West Region title. Photo credit: Andy Wilhelm

Corey Silverstrom dominates the hardwood and the gaming world

Patrick Pace
November 6, 2017
Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace
October 26, 2017

Wildcat of the week

Patrick Pace and Sean Martens
October 22, 2017
Bekah Boyle and her teammates set up to return a serve against an opposing team Photo credit: Jordan Jarrell

Wildcats overcome the Otters

Patrick Pace
October 17, 2017
Kim Wright, sophomore middle hitter for the Chico State women's volleyball team. Photo credit: Sean Martens

Wildcat of the week

Patrick Pace
October 4, 2017

The curious case of Colin Kaepernick

Patrick Pace
September 18, 2017
Torey Thompson sets the ball. Orion stock photo.

Wildcats route the Red Hawks

Patrick Pace
September 14, 2017
Bekah Boyle celebrates a kill with her teammates Photo credit: Jordan Jarrell

‘Cats start the volleyball season strong

Patrick Pace
September 4, 2017

The Trade heard ’round the world

Patrick Pace
August 30, 2017
The team huddles up to talk about the game.

Striving to Improve

Patrick Pace
August 28, 2017

Do’s and Don’ts of Fantasy Football

Patrick Pace
August 24, 2017
Photo credit: Andy Wilheln

Wildcat photos of the year

Patrick Pace
August 23, 2017
The Women's volleyball team has high hopes for the upcoming season. Orion stock photo

‘Cats hoping for continued success

Patrick Pace
August 23, 2017

Wildcats get axed by Lumberjacks

Patrick Pace
May 17, 2017

Back to back banners for the ‘Cats

Patrick Pace
May 17, 2017
Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace and Franky Renteria
May 10, 2017

Wildcats win its second straight CCAA championship

Patrick Pace
May 2, 2017

Wildcat ladies just made it into the CCAA

Patrick Pace
May 2, 2017
Photo courtesy of: Colby Dean

‘Cats thrives after losing 2 top players and a coach

Patrick Pace
April 25, 2017

Can the ’Cats claw their way back

Patrick Pace
April 23, 2017
Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace and Franky Renteria
April 19, 2017
Photo credit: creative commons

NCAA policies are hurting student athletes

Patrick Pace
April 19, 2017

Wildcats lose their first series of the year

Patrick Pace
April 11, 2017
Making it to first in the nation

Making it to first in the nation

Patrick Pace
April 5, 2017

’Cats slide into another win

Patrick Pace
April 4, 2017

Freshman pitcher throws no hitter

Patrick Pace
April 4, 2017
Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcat of the Week

Franky Renteria and Patrick Pace
March 29, 2017

Wildcats topple the Coyotes

Patrick Pace
March 29, 2017
Photo credit: Andy Wilhelm

’Cats won the West, now what?

Patrick Pace
March 21, 2017
Photo credit: Andy Wilhelm

’Cats are electric in the NCAA

Patrick Pace
March 21, 2017
Photo credit: Kayla Fitzgerald

Should NBA players take games off?

Patrick Pace
March 21, 2017

Grand Slam extends the ’Cats streak.

Patrick Pace
March 21, 2017
Wildcats win first round of NCAA's

Wildcats win first round of NCAA’s

Patrick Pace
March 20, 2017
Ellis and Duncan hug after a win Photo credit: Jordyn Smith

Best ’Cats in the West

Patrick Pace
March 15, 2017
Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace and Franky Renteria
March 7, 2017
Wildcats lost in the CCAA

Wildcats lost in the CCAA

Patrick Pace
March 5, 2017
Wildcat of the Week: Ari Marsh

Wildcat of the Week: Ari Marsh

Franky Renteria, Patrick Pace, and Steven Hennessy
March 1, 2017

Demarcus Cousins is finally free

Patrick Pace
February 24, 2017
Photo credit: Franky Renteria

Wildcat of the week: Whitney Branham

Franky Renteria and Patrick Pace
February 23, 2017

Men’s basketball is bouncing back

Patrick Pace
February 20, 2017

Women’s basketball third straight loss

Patrick Pace
February 20, 2017
Wildcat of the Week

Wildcat of the Week

Patrick Pace
February 14, 2017
Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Women’s basketball is on the right track

Patrick Pace
February 14, 2017
'Cats win in a thriller

‘Cats win in a thriller

Patrick Pace
February 2, 2017

Tom Terrific does it again

Patrick Pace
January 31, 2017

Sitting down to stand up

Patrick Pace
September 8, 2016
Sports reporter Patrick Pace. Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Laremy Tunsil goes up in smoke

Patrick Pace
May 9, 2016
First-year Rachel DeHart winds up before an inning as junior Cailin Garmon waits at shortstop in a game against Cal State Dominguez Hills. Photo credit: Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Softball loses CCAA title match

Patrick Pace
May 3, 2016
Junior Cody Snider jumps up for a high-five with teammate junior Dalton Erb as senior Andrew Carrillo watches. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Idaho native provides spark for baseball team

Patrick Pace
May 2, 2016
Junior Josh Falco loads up in a game against the Academy of Art. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Wright shines in loss against Broncos

Patrick Pace
April 21, 2016
Chico State Dirt Riders team competes against stiff competition. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Dirt Riders push through muddy start

Patrick Pace
April 20, 2016
Sports writer Patrick Pace. Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

The video seen ’round the world

Patrick Pace
April 9, 2016
Senior Ben Gamba waits for the ball in a game against Academy of Art. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Chico State baseball team splits doubleheader

Patrick Pace
April 8, 2016
First-year Ari Marsh bunts the ball down the third baseline. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

‘Cats build on winning streak in Turlock

Patrick Pace
April 6, 2016
The Chico State dugout looks on after junior infielder Casey Bennett sprints to first. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

Wildcats win close game against UC San Diego

Patrick Pace
March 28, 2016
Sports writer Patrick Pace Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

The fall of Johnny Football

Patrick Pace
March 18, 2016
Sports writer Patrick Pace Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

March Madness preview

Patrick Pace
March 17, 2016
Sports reporter Patrick Pace Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Stop hating on greatness

Patrick Pace
March 4, 2016
Junior Robert Duncan drives in a game against Cal Poly Pomona on Feb. 19. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

‘Cats lose in CCAA opening round

Patrick Pace
March 2, 2016
Sophomore Isaiah Ellis dunks the ball over his opponent in a game. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Patience is a virtue: Sophomore has breakout year

Patrick Pace
March 1, 2016
The men's basketball team lines up during the National Anthem in a game against Cal Poly Pomona.

‘Cats clinch second straight CCAA title

Patrick Pace
February 27, 2016
Sophomore Jalen McFerren takes a shot against Cal State Stanislaus while junior Robert Duncan looks for the rebound. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Men’s basketball rebounds from Friday’s loss

Patrick Pace
February 23, 2016
The Chico State track and field team warms up for pole vaulting practice. Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Track and field team springs into action

Patrick Pace
February 22, 2016
Senior Alli Cook runs to steal third base at the game against Dominican University on Feb. 7. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Softball team splits first CCAA doubleheader of the season

Patrick Pace
February 15, 2016
Patrick Pace, sports reporter Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

I Piti’ the Cardinals

Patrick Pace
February 11, 2016
Senior Alli Cook swings at the ball during practice on Jan. 27. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Senior softball pair hold school records

Patrick Pace
February 9, 2016
Junior Cailin Garmon pitches the ball during practice on Jan. 27. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Softball team splits double header to open season

Patrick Pace
February 8, 2016
Sophomore guard Corey Silverstrom attacks the defense against Cal State Stanislaus on Jan. 30. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Men’s basketball team wins thriller to extend their streak

Patrick Pace
February 7, 2016
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