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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Shay Stark shooting a free throw against Holy Names University. Photo credit: Melissa Herrera

Wildcat pregame rituals

Wesley Harris
December 3, 2019

Game day can be a time when emotions run high in anticipation of hopping on the court. Envisioning the plays an athlete wants to make can cause anxiety as they try to keep their cool. Junior basketball...

Ronan McEnroe (middle) celebrating a goal at University Soccer Stadium. Photo credit: Wesley Harris

Inspiration is the key to prominence

Wesley Harris
November 18, 2019

The first steps of becoming an outstanding collegiate athlete do not just incorporate natural talent, but rather require list of people and experiences along the way which influence a talented individual....

Josh McCollum attempts to bury a shot at the Western Washington Invitational in this archived photo. Image courtesy of Chico State Athletics

Men’s golf season preview:

Wesley Harris
September 16, 2019

Chico State men’s golf reloaded its roster for another high-performance year. As a nationally recognized team, Chico State men's golf is hoping to maintain the skills that helped them place as the...

Garrett Hogbin celebrating in a victory run. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Men’s Soccer dazzles in home opener

Wesley Harris
September 13, 2019

Chico State puts on a three score show at University Stadium in home opener over Concordia University (Oregon). “It always fun playing at University stadium. It’s such a special place to play,”...

Coach Hopper going over strategy with Paradise players. Photo credit: Wesley Harris

More than a game for the city of Paradise

Wesley Harris
August 24, 2019

Paradise High School football returned to play in front of their Paradise family for the first time since having their playoff hopes denied after the city was traumatized by the largest fire in California...

Sneakers glimmer throughout the NBA

Wesley Harris
November 7, 2018

What’s worn on a player’s feet is the premier form of self expression in the game of basketball. The NBA removed all color restrictions on footwear in this year’s off-season, giving players...

Take a peak into the NBA season

Wesley Harris
October 18, 2018

Lebron James’ paramount relocation to the City of Angels has unbarred the Eastern Conference and only spiked the talent in the cluttered Western Conference.Golden State remains the favorite in their...

Junior Ronan McEnroe clears the ball to the other end of the field amongst Humboldt State defenders on Sunday Photo credit: Keelie Lewis

Men’s soccer sweeps home stand

Wesley Harris
October 14, 2018

Chico State flourished in a 2-0 win over rival Humboldt State Sunday afternoon, extending their winning streak to three games. The team dominated in controlling the ball, leaving a light load of work for...

Nate Ambrosini working on his jump shot before Chico State basketball practice. Photo credit: Wesley Harris

The endless grind of a collegiate gym rat

Wesley Harris
September 21, 2018

Dreams of championships, game-winning shots and ankle bruising crossovers date back to the childhoods of most basketball players. Especially when they observed the legendary professional athletes that...