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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Junior Ashley Huff up to bat against Hawaii-Hilo on Feb. 12. Photo credit: Caio Calado

‘Cats sweep double header with strong pitching

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // March 6, 2015
The softball team won a doubleheader against San Francisco State behind brilliant pitching performances.
First year pitcher Haley Gilham winds up for a pitch during practice. Photo credit: George Johnston

Chico State splits doubleheader versus Pioneers

Kevin Lucena // February 23, 2015
The Chico State softball team made a comeback on Friday, after losing its first game against Cal State East Bay in a doubleheader.
Brooke Bowen, forward on the womens basketball team, listens to her favorite song, Fight Night, outside of Butte Station. Photo credit: Caio Calado

Music pumps up Wildcats’ performance

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // February 22, 2015
Chico State athletes talk about the songs that help them get ready for their games.
First-year pitcher Haley Gilham launches the ball on the Chico State softball field in a game against University of Hawaii on Feb. 12. Photo credit: John Domogma

Pitch perfect: Making decisions on the mound

Dylan Wakefield // February 18, 2015
With softball and baseball season underway, sports writer Dylan Wakefield talked to Chico State pitchers to find out some of the things that go through their minds while they play.
Junior Wildcat Amanda Cordeiro hits the ball towards left field Feb. 12, during a match against University of Hawaii-Hilo. Photo credit: John Domogma

‘Cats split doubleheader in season opener

Nick Martinez-Esquibel // February 15, 2015
The Chico State softball team went 1-1 to start the season against Hawaii-Hilo on Thursday.

Softball team reflects on season’s end

Angelo Boscacci // May 5, 2014
With the softball season now in the rearview mirror, the team looks back on memorable moments.
Pitcher Alex Molina winds up against Sonoma State earlier this season. Photo credit: Grant Mahan

Wildcats softball ends season with split

Emerson Keenan // April 28, 2014
Wildcat slugger Desiree' Gonzalez tied the single season school record for home runs with her 11th, while the team split the doubleheader with Cal State East Bay 6-2 and 11-6.

Sophomore hits big flies at right times

Ryan Grady // April 22, 2014
Desiree' Gonzalez plans on hitting the 'Cats right into playoffs.

Softball seniors take their last swing on the field

April 20, 2014
The Chico State softball team honored their seniors, Scotie Walker, Kayla Barber and Alex Molina on Saturday April 19th. Parents of the three seniors are proud of their daughters, but also will miss them playing on the field.
Pitcher Cheyenne Sandoval pitches Saturday against the Cal State Sonoma Seawolves. Photo credit: Grant Mahan

Wildcats come up short against Sonoma State

Emerson Keenan // April 20, 2014
The Chico State softball team wasn't able to claw any wins after honoring the seniors, losing both games of the doubleheader against Sonoma State.
From left to right, Alex Molina, Scotie Walker and Kayla Barber with their families behind them on Senior Day. Photo credit: Emerson Keenan

Softball team pays tribute on Senior Day

Emerson Keenan // April 20, 2014
Three seniors, Alex Molina, Scotie Walker and Kayla Barber, were honored before the softball game against Sonoma State.
Sophomore Amanda Cordeiro swings for a hit earlier this season. Photo credit: Emily Teague

Wildcats win in dramatic fashion

Angelo Boscacci // April 19, 2014
Wildcats take two games from Sonoma State and move into fourth place in the California Collegiate Athletic Association standings.
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