By Nate Sanchez Sports Editor While CSUB’s academics have taken a break for the summer, the athletic department is still active, making preparations for their full entrance into the Western Athletic Conference. The first of the schedules to be released this summer is that of women’s soccer, who finished 6-11-2 (Wins-Losses-Draws). The schedule favors the … Continue reading »
Category Archives: Sports
Hockey skates under the radar
Bakersfield is not exactly the typical area that is associated with hockey. However, there is a great hockey community within the city. This community can be attributed in part to the ECHL minor league hockey team, the Bakersfield Condors, and the presence of the San Joaquin Community Hospital Ice Center of Bakersfield. Although it is … Continue reading »
Angela Chavez makes dietary changes and places fifth in bikini contest
Angela Chavez likes to have goals. There always has to be something she can move forward to and accomplish. After leaving CSUB her freshman year, she decided to obtain her license as an esthetician. “My greatest fitness accomplishments are running my marathon last year and competing in my first National Physique Committee (NPC) show and … Continue reading »
Students face off in Ultimate Frisbee match
By Kathryn McCoy Managing Editor The CSUB track team, students and staff members from the Student Recreational Center (SRC) took part in an Ultimate Frisbee tournament on Saturday, May 18 on the field adjacent from the SRC. Amercia, Green Machine and Specialdeez were the three teams who participated in the tournament. Specialdeez (made up of … Continue reading »
CSUB speed climbers tackle The Rock
By Nate Sanchez Sports Editor On Wednesday, May 15, the Student Recreation Center held a speed climbing competition from 3-9 p.m. at The Wall. Despite a small turnout for the free event, those who participated were greatly enthused. Henry Ngo is one such student. Ngo frequents the SRC to climb two to three days a … Continue reading »
‘Runner pitcher looks to continue success into postseason
By Nate Sanchez Sports Editor With Friday’s win over Seattle, senior pitcher Jeff McKenzie earned his 12th win of the season, the most by any CSUB pitcher in a single season, and tied with Vanderbilt’s Tyler Beede for the Division I record. The 6-foot tall communications major has proven himself a vital part of a … Continue reading »
Spring Barbecue delivers good times for students, athletes and community members
Despite the ominous rain clouds and an occasional gust of wind, the May 9 Spring BBQ roared throughout the early evening at the Icardo Center. The combination of the barbecue’s tantalizing food, festive outside musical performances and large attendance resulted in both an appreciation of CSUB athletics and a pleasing event that satisfied many. “The … Continue reading »
Spring Barbecue delivers good times for students, athletes and community members
Steven Barker Opinions Editor Despite the ominous rain clouds and an occasional gust of wind, the May 9 Spring BBQ roared throughout the early evening at the Icardo Center. The combination of the barbecue’s tantalizing food, festive outside musical performances and large attendance resulted in both an appreciation of CSUB athletics and a pleasing event … Continue reading »
Quiet, confident coach leads ‘Runners to victory
By Nate Sanchez Sports Editor So far the ‘Runners have impressed fans and opponents alike, having improved their record exponentially from last year and solidifying their place in the race to win the WAC. Players have come and gone from the team, but one man remains constant; the skipper, Head Coach Bill Kernen. “He’s definitely … Continue reading »
‘Runners shut out the Bulldogs in valley matchup
By Steven Barker Opinions Editor While offense was at a premium in CSUB’s Tuesday, April 23 baseball game against the Fresno State Bulldogs, freshman Mylz Jones’ clutch two-out single in the bottom of the eighth inning seized a 1-0 lead for the Runners. Coupled with a bases-loaded walk in the same inning by freshman … Continue reading »
