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The Orion

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Junior forward Jo Paine attempts a shot at the rim. Photo credit: Jovanna Garcia

Frigid from three leads to third loss

Makayla Hopkins // December 10, 2016

Only three of 19 three-point attempts fell for the Chico State women's basketball team Dec. 9 game against Humboldt State. Along with the 15 percent shooting from beyond the arc, Chico State also committed...

McKena Barker inbounds the ball during a Wildcat home game. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Women’s basketball team loses first preseason game

Cydney Nance // November 11, 2016

A double-double by junior forward Natalie Valenzuela wasn't enough to lift the Wildcats over Dominican Univerisity Nov. 11. Valenzuela had 14 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and four blocks in 33...

Full Disclosure: Women’s basketball look towards leaders for success

Gabriel Moreno // October 31, 2016

A heartbreaking six-game losing streak finished off the Chico State women's basketball team last year and left them with a 5-15 conference record. The team tied for last place in its conference and...

Whitney Branham receives help getting up after knocking down a shot. Photo credit: Jacob Auby

WNBA remains out of reach

Cydney Nance // September 20, 2016

With preseason starting in a matter of weeks, the Chico State women’s basketball team is preparing to have a better season this semester, after ending last year with a six-game losing streak. While...

Senior Brooke Bowen elevates to take a shot over her opponent. Photo credit: Jordan Olesen

Wildcats bid a farewell to lone senior

Gabriella Bermudez // March 8, 2016
Lone senior Brooke Bowen leaves a young women's basketball team behind with a strong message.
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