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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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J Patrick Smith, third from left, competes alongside Olympic medalist Ashton Eaton in March 2014. Photo courtesy of Kevin Brunk

Wildcat of the Year nominee: J Patrick Smith

Nick Reddy // December 10, 2014
Chico State alumnus J Patrick Smith capped a legendary career in 2014. Now, he's been nominated for the 2014 Wildcat of the Year.
Former Chico State decathlete J Patrick Smith, left, stands with training partners John Brunk, middle, and Theodore Elsenbaumer, right. Photo credit: Grant Mahan

Alumnus named Male Athlete of the Year

Kevin Lucena // September 8, 2014
Former Chico State decathlete J Patrick Smith was named the 2014 Chico State Male Athlete of the Year.
Chico State long jumper leaps through the air earlier this season Photo credit: Emily Teague

Wildcats await NCAA Championships

Emerson Keenan // May 11, 2014
After multiple California Collegiate Athletic Association titles, a handful of track and field athletes are likely headed to Michigan for NCAA championships.
John Brunk, Theodore Elsenbaumer and J Patrick Smith compete alongside Olympic medalist Ashton Eaton. Photo courtesy of Kevin Brunk.

Wildcat decathletes dash against world-class competition

Emerson Keenan // April 21, 2014
Three Chico State athletes got a rare opportunity to compete against a variety of Olympic runners at the Sam Adams Combined Events decathlon.
Senior decathlete John Brunk. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Wildcats open season, crush records at Chico Multi-Event Classic

Nicholas Woodard // February 28, 2014
Decathletes turn in huge performances as they kick off the 2014 track season.
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