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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Ruben Padilla stands in the box in the bottom of the 9th for Chico State. Photo courtesy Ryan Grady

‘Cats come up short in game 1 of CCAA tourney

Ryan Grady
May 8, 2014
Chico State loses first game in CCAA Championship tournament.
Senior third baseman Ruben Padilla singles to left field in the third inning against Cal State Dominguez Hills earlier this season. Photo credit: Grant Mahan

Padilla leads the charge during senior season

Ryan Grady
April 30, 2014
Senior third baseman Ruben Padilla is ending his college baseball career on a winning note.

Sophomore hits big flies at right times

Ryan Grady
April 22, 2014
Desiree' Gonzalez plans on hitting the 'Cats right into playoffs.
Senior track athlete Amilia Santos. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Relay team outruns record books

Ryan Grady
April 16, 2014
Chico State's women's 4x100 relay team made history twice this season and continue to strive for nationals.
Eric Angerer (left) congratulates Ryan McClellan (center) after a home run to tie the game Sunday against Cal State Dominguez Hills. Photo credit: Grant Mahan

Walkoff single in extras finishes series with win

Ryan Grady
April 14, 2014
A two-out hit by Brandon Walker pushed the Chico State baseball team into the win column.
Sarah McComish, a senior business major, strives to compete with rivals and teammates as well. The family friendly competitiveness has brought her closer with her cousin and teammate, Dani O'Keefe. Photo credit: Quinn Western

Golfing family featured on Wildcat roster

Ryan Grady
April 1, 2014
Two Chico State women's golfers swing side-by-side like their fathers did years ago.
Senior catcher Jake Bailey discusses playing in the rain. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Athletes shine through rain

Ryan Grady
March 11, 2014
Three Chico State athletes explain the struggles that come with the wet season .
Katrina Rodriguez, a track and field alumna, pole vaults at the alumni meet.Photo credit: Emily Teague

Alumni talent returns for annual meet

Ryan Grady
February 17, 2014
Track and field alumni return for a day of nostalgic competition.