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Senior defender Jordan Doukakis carries the ball into the open space

Parsons dominant in win for the Wildcats

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 20, 2021

Chico State Women’s Soccer added their fourth victory of the season on Saturday as they steamrolled Fresno Pacific University with a 4-1 victory.  The Wildcats struck first with a free kick from...

Forward Susanna Garcia takes on the defense.

Wildcats respond with dominant win

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 17, 2021

After a loss Saturday night, Chico State women’s soccer planned to regroup and get back to their winning ways. The Wildcats took on Holy Names from Oakland, California and controlled the game the entire...

The Wildcats before their home opener

Wildcats drop home opener

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 15, 2021

The Wildcats were looking to improve to 3-0 on the season but got handed their first loss at home by Seattle Pacific University in a 2-1 defeat.  The season opener at home ended in a loss for...

Chico State womens soccer team taking the field before Mondays game.

Wildcats score 3 unanswered goals, go undefeated on road trip 

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 9, 2021

The Wildcats didn’t allow the Eagles to soar too high in their matchup Monday morning. Chico State women’s soccer rallied back from being down 1-0 to defeat Biola University 3-1.  Midway through...

Photo courtesy of Assistant Coach Kat Benton-LaEzza

The Wildcats getting ready to take the field after 665 days.

An early goal for the Wildcats sets the tone

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 5, 2021

An impressive start for the Wildcats in their season opener as they beat Azusa Pacific University on the road and spoiled the Cougar’s chances of improving to 2-0.  The women’s team didn’t...

Chico State Wildcats head coach Kim Sutton (center) encourages the team against Dominican Penguins during the second half of their womens soccer game on Thursday, September 12, 2019 in Chico, Calif. Photo Credit: Jason Halley

Despite delayed return, Chico State women’s soccer excited to take the field

Mason Tovani, Reporter // September 3, 2021

After a year and a half absence, the Chico State women’s soccer team was in good spirits as they were set to take on California State East Bay in a scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 28. Their plans were cut...

Chico State mens soccer player Noah Ross controls the ball on the field.

Chico State athletes have mixed feelings about paying student athletes

Connor McPherson, Reporter // February 23, 2021

Over these past couple years, the United States has passed a few laws opening the door for athletes to sign name, imaging and licensing agreements. California, specifically, introduced the Fair Pay to...

The Orion Newscast: A Phoenix Rises

The Orion Newscast: A Phoenix Rises

Christian Solis // November 13, 2019

https://youtu.be/ixhpdh-a78M This week on The Orion Newscast, we visit the unveiling of a phoenix made from the keys of those who lost cars or homes in the Camp Fire. Also, we cover the last games of...

Servando Higuera does his best to keep the ball against Monterey Bay. Photo credit: Hana Beaty

Men’s soccer gets fourth straight shutout win

Matthew Ferreira // November 9, 2019

The Chico State men’s soccer team’s streak of domination continued Saturday with a 3-0 win over Cal State Monterey Bay.The team had won their last four games going in to Saturday, with three...

Alex Fluitt in the middle of a shot attempt. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Men’s soccer pitches third straight shutout

Matthew Ferreira // November 9, 2019

The Chico State men’s soccer team won their matchup against Cal State East Bay Thursday, and got to show off their offensive firepower while doing so.The team came into the game on a streak of two...

The Orion Newscast: Ballet on the Ridge & Queer Desire Art

The Orion Newscast: Ballet on the Ridge & Queer Desire Art

Christian Solis // November 6, 2019

https://youtu.be/nu0-Nnmpr2g This week on The Orion Newscast, reporters cover a ballet studio's struggle after the Camp Fire and Ryan Ramos aims to "... disrupt the conventional expectations of masculinity...

Sonoma player, Sam Layman, goes down and tries to take Chico player, Alexi Vontsolos, with her as well. Photo credit: Mary Vogel

Women’s soccer falls late to Sonoma

Matthew Ferreira // November 6, 2019

The Chico State women’s soccer team lost its final regular season home game Sunday to Sonoma State by a score of 3-1.The Wildcats went into the match-up looking to “right the ship” after...

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