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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Joey Scotti recieving a pass down right sideline. Photo credit: Wesley Harris

Chico State men’s soccer stays undefeated before road trip

Wesley Harris // September 22, 2019

Chico State comes alive in the second half Sunday over Academy of Art to stretch their undefeated streak to four games. After a shaky first half, Chico State found their offensive groove to score two goals...

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,”...

Mikey Hirsch running towards Holy Names player in exhibition match Saturday night. Photo credit: Lucero Del Rayo-Nava

Lucky equalizer for the Wildcats

Karina Cope // September 1, 2019

With the Men's Soccer season starting to pickup again, Chico State took on Holy Names University in an exhibition match under the Saturday night lights. The Wildcats took home a tie, with the final score...

Chico State men's soccer huddles up before their playoff game against UC San Diego on Tuesday. Photo credit: Connor Mcpherson

Chico State downs UC San Diego in first playoff match

Connor Mcpherson // October 31, 2018

They say a 2-0 lead is the worst kind of lead in soccer, but the Wildcats have proven otherwise. Coming off of a second straight 2-0 shutout against the 20th best team in the country in UC Sand Diego,...

Chico State seniors and their families pose for a picture before the game against UC San Diego on Saturday. Photo credit: Connor Mcpherson

Men’s soccer successful on senior day

Connor Mcpherson // October 28, 2018

Despite some questionable officiating, the Chico men’s soccer team was able to come away, not only with a 2-0 victory, but also with home-field advantage for the first round of the playoffs. Although...

A referee signals possession of the ball while both Chico State and Cal State San Marcos get ready for the ensuing play on Thursday. Photo credit: Keelie Lewis

Chico State men’s soccer manages seventh shutout victory

Wesley Harris // October 26, 2018

Chico’s sonic start was enough to clasp a win over Cal State San Marcos on Thursday. Damion Lewis snagged six saves in the shutout. The Wildcats are optimistic in climbing the California Collegiate...

Head men's soccer coach, Felipe Restrepo, started coaching at the age of 13. Image courtesy of Chico Wildcats

Chico State mentor leads by example, from coaching soccer to coaching life

Wesley Harris // October 15, 2018

Coach Felipe Restrepo, thrives for an impact even outside the lines of the soccer field. His aspirations for spreading the power of the game are a defining reason why his team has taken three expeditions...

Chico State men's soccer plays against Sonoma State University on Friday. Photo credit: Josh Cozine

Lewis, Egujie again lead Wildcats to victory

Connor Mcpherson // October 12, 2018

Coming off of a 1-0 victory, Chico men’s soccer has been fun for the fans to watch, as they haven’t seen an opposing goal scored at home in over 270 minutes of playtime. Goalkeeper Damion...

Joshua Belda delivers a pass down the field Sunday against UC Santa Cruz. Photo credit: Maury Montalvo

Men’s soccer jumps out early in Sunday Victory

Wesley Harris // October 7, 2018

Chico State soccer handled things early in Sunday’s two score shutout. The Wildcats had revenge on their minds after losing to University of California, Santa Cruz exactly one year ago. Chico came...

Chico State and Cal State Dominguez Hills march to the center of the pitch prior to their game on Sunday at University Stadium. Photo credit: Connor Mcpherson

Chico State men’s soccer shuts out Cal State Dominguez Hills

Connor Mcpherson // September 16, 2018

Coming off of a hard-fought loss to California State University, Los Angeles last Friday, Chico State Men’s soccer bounced back and won their first conference game against Cal State Dominguez Hills...

Chico State huddles before the beginning of the first half against Cal State LA on Friday night. Photo credit: Lucero Del Rayo-Nava

Chico State Men’s Soccer take second loss of the season

Lucero Del Rayo-Nava // September 15, 2018

After an intense 90 minutes, Chico State men's soccer came up short Friday night against the California State Los Angeles Golden Eagles with a final score of 0-1. Both teams put up a strong fight not...

The men's soccer team lines up before their game Photo credit: Royal T Lee-Castine

Student or athlete, which one comes first

Kenta Mcafee // August 28, 2016
Members of the Chico State men's soccer team dominate the field, but their real focus is dominating the classroom.
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