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On February 1st, 2018 Calvin Geraci shoots a free throw against Monterey Bay. Photo credit: Maria Ramirez

Wildcat men and women dominate in Acker

Noah Enns // February 2, 2018

The men’s basketball team extend their win streak to six as they beat Cal State Monterey Bay by a score of 94-77 Thursday. The Wildcats scored their most points of the season with 94 and were hitting...

Claire Wayne will be moving from third base to behind the plate as catcher this upcoming season. Photo credit: Noah Enns

Wildcat of the week: Claire Wayne

Noah Enns // January 25, 2018

Claire Wayne is a junior catcher and third baseman for Chico State’s softball team. Wayne received honorable mention her sophomore year and is looking to improve upon that while helping the Wildcats...

Isaiah Elliss presence was missed as the Cats dropped a crucial road loss to Cal Poly Pomona Photo credit: Jacob Auby

Broncos buck the Wildcats in overtime

Marco Day // December 3, 2017

The Chico State men's basketball team lost in double overtime to Cal Poly Pomona this Friday. The Mustangs displayed their reputation as one of the best defensive teams in the California Collegiate Athletic...

Photo credit: Andy Wilheln

Wildcat photos of the year

Patrick Pace // August 23, 2017

2017 has been a historical year for Chico State sports teams so far. From basketball to track, most Wildcat teams enjoyed a high level of success in the spring. Isaiah Ellis celebrates a win in the NCAA...

The Womens volleyball team has high hopes for the upcoming season. Orion stock photo

‘Cats hoping for continued success

Patrick Pace // August 23, 2017

The Chico State women's volleyball team had a very exciting season last year. The team went 23-8, its best record since 2009, and made it to both the California Collegiate Association and NCAA Championship...

Wildcats defeat Humboldt advancing to championship game

Kayla Fitzgerald // May 10, 2017

The Chico State softball team defeated Humboldt State in the semi-final game of the California Collegiate Athletic Association tournament Friday. In the tournament, the 'Cats won both of their games to...

Volunteers help people register for their day of volunteering. Photo credit: Jacqueline Morales

‘Cats in the Community volunteer for Cèsar Chàvez day

Jacqueline Morales // March 31, 2017

Many Chico State students celebrate Cèsar Chàvez day March 31 by volunteering. 'Cats in the Community is the event that brought a total of 250 students together to help out in the community. Jacqueline...

Photo credit: Jordan Rodrigues

Duncan is leaving his legacy

Carlos Islas // March 7, 2017

Everyone’s dream is to leave their mark on history, but very few, if ever, get the opportunity to do so. In sports the opportunity is always present but it is up to the athlete to leave their mark in...

Junior outside hitter Olivia Mediano attempts to direct her team during a Wildcat home game. 
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Star players shine on the court

Cydney Nance // November 15, 2016

No single athlete can represent an entire team, but the players that hit game-winning shots or snag the final kill seem to stand above the rest.The Chico State athletic department is no stranger to greatness...

Defense leads to a tie for women’s soccer

Gabriel Moreno // September 7, 2016

Chico State's women's soccer team was caught in a stalemate Sept. 3. Neither the 'Cats or the Azusa Pacific University Cougars were able to score a goal and the game progressed into double overtime.The...

The womens cross country team competes at the Stanford Invitational last year. Photo Courtesy of Gary Towne

Cross Country kicks off in Tahoe

Gabriel Moreno // August 20, 2016

Cross Country runners are hitting the trail as the new season beginsWith a sixth place finish for the men and fourth place finish for the women at the NCAA Championship last year, the cross country teams...

Junior pitcher Dalton Erb throws a ball during practice. Photo credit: Lindsay Pincus

Wildcat wins Pitching Hero of the Week

Anna Baytosh // May 14, 2016
Junior pitcher Dalton Erb earns hero status by throwing a complete game shutout for the 'Cats to cap off a successful April.
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