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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

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A driver disc sits in the chains of the target. Photo credit: Nick Martinez-Esquibel

Where to find disc golf courses in Chico and Paradise

Jason Spies // May 11, 2016
Disc golf: the fun cheap and best way to spend the summertime outside in the sun.
Docherty watches the ball as it flies through the air. Photo credit: Allisun Coote

Wildcat moves from the ice to the green

Jason Spies // May 10, 2016
Hockey player turned golfer, and so far it seems to be the right career choice for Chico State senior Alistair Docherty.
The Chico State golf team celebrates its regional championship. Photo credit: Chico Wildcats

Men’s golf team wins NCAA Regional Championship

Jason Spies // May 6, 2016
Another week, another tournament and another team win for the Chico State men's golf team as they win the NCAA Regional Championship.
Head coach Dave Taylor looks at his bench during a game against Sonoma State. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Coach Taylor: ‘I have the best job in the country’

Jason Spies // May 3, 2016
Chico State head baseball coach Dave Taylor has been a key part in the success of the program for nearly 20 years.
The Chico State men's golf team celebrates after the Cal State San Marcos Invitational. Photo credit: T.L. Brown

Men’s golf team collapses in CCAA Championship

Jason Spies // April 25, 2016
After a strong performance on Monday at the CCAA Championships, the Wildcats couldn't get the job done in medal/match play.
Junior pitcher Grant Wright launches the ball from his unorthodox side-arm delivery. Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Pitcher overcomes obstacles to follow in father’s footsteps

Jason Spies // April 7, 2016
Junior pitcher Grant Wright has overcome a broken back and being born without a pectoral muscle with the help of his dad, making him into the player he is today.
Sophomore Natalie Valenzuela prevents her opponent from getting to the basket in a game against Simpson University. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Chico State women’s basketball team falls short

Jason Spies // March 21, 2016
After a season of failed expectations, the Chico State women's basketball team finds solace in knowing next year will be different.
Track and field pole vaulters warm up before practice on a cold day. Photo credit: Cam Lesslie

Chico State vaults into action at first track meet of the season

Jason Spies // March 8, 2016
Chico State gets top team honors as both men and women's pole vaulters shine in the first meet of the season.
Chico State senior and All-American Justin Wiles looks to improve his score on the day. Photo credit: T.L. Brown

Gearhart wins second golf tournament in a row

Jason Spies // March 2, 2016
Wildcats take the tournament by storm as Gearhart and Doherty finish first and second respectively, in a field of Division II's best golfers.
Sophomore Whitney Branham attempts a free throw in a close game. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Heart of a Wildcat: Women’s basketball player overcomes adversity

Jason Spies // March 2, 2016
Sophomore Whitney Branham had to overcome adversity since the beginning.
Junior Cailin Garmon swings at the ball during the game against Dominican University on Feb. 7. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Gonzalez shines as softball team splits double header

Jason Spies // February 23, 2016
The softball team won one and lost one against Monterey Bay.
Senior Brynn Lesovsky swings at the ball during the game against Dominican University on Feb. 7. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Softball team’s grand slam not enough as they lose game one of the double header

Jason Spies // February 17, 2016
Down by four runs early in the game, the Wildcats came roaring back to tie it up but fell just a run short losing to Sonoma State.
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