By Jackie Monarrez |Staff Writer| The Coyote softball team was at it again this past weekend, playing two double headers on Feb. 20 and Feb. 21, both against San Francisco State Gators at the their home field. The Coyotes won three out of four games played against the Gators. In game one on Feb. 20, pitcher Cassandra Williams was throwing heat up on the mound; she pitched all seven innings like it was just another day at the office. The Gators thought they had the Coyotes by their tail when they scored in the first inning, but little did they know, that would be the only run they would get past Williams. At the top of the fourth, catcher Jessica Brown contributed big to the … [Read more...] about Softball wins series in San Francisco
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Men’s soccer keeps that winning streak
By Loydie Burmah |Opinions Editor| Coyote men's soccer won in an arduous match against the Cal State Stanislaus Warriors 1-0 at Premier Field on Oct 17. The Coyotes scored in the second half in the 65th minute, when freshman Midfielder Tony Lo scored left past Warriors goalie Clint Long, assisted by Midfielder Diego Mendoza and Defender Daniel Looker. A mess of shouted phrases from coaches along the outer edge of the field urged the players to maintain peak performance. Outside midfielder Daniel Lopez believes that the Coyotes' possession-oriented style of playing is what allows the team to create advancing opportunities to score. "We came out working and fighting for one … [Read more...] about Men’s soccer keeps that winning streak
Redskins fight for new name
By Gina Miranda |Staff Writer| Bruce Allen, the newly appointed President of The Washington Redskins, responded in a letter to senate Majority leader Harry Reid stating that the team logo is not racist and instead shows “reverence” toward Native Americans. Redskins owner Daniel Snyder has opted for tradition and refuses to change the team logo. On behalf of the Washington fran- chise, Allen commented on the racial al- legations. “Our use of ‘Redskins’ as the name of our football team for more than 80 years has always been respectful of and shown reverence toward the proud legacy and tra- ditions of Native Americans,” wrote Allen. Allen’s letter references history … [Read more...] about Redskins fight for new name
Winter Olympics are well under way
By Uriel Ortega |Staff Writer| The U.S. strikes gold first at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi and 12 total medals through in the seventh of the winter games. U.S. team nabs first gold as both men and women sweep the gold for slope style snowboarding at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics. The United States claimed the first gold in the slope style with a big board and big tricks by Sage Kotsenburg, who won the game’s first gold medal. Kotsenburg, from Park City Utah, said that witnessing the American team sweep the men’s half pipe podium at his hometown Olympics in 2002, was a defining moment for him. “I have no idea what’s actually going on, this is the craziest thing that ever … [Read more...] about Winter Olympics are well under way
Softball starting the season off with a bang
By Uriel Ortega |Staff Writer| Coyotes softball swept No. 12 against St. Martin’s during last Sunday’s doubleheader in their season opener at the Coyote park field. The Coyotes made a statement by defeating one of the best teams of the north with precise pitching, great defense and timely hits. Coyotes Coach Tacy Duncan improved her team in the off-season by adding transfer players. The team’s new additions gave the team a bright future, with new talents. “We have worked very hard on pitching, very hard on hitting, and increased our strength and condition program,” said Duncan in preparation for the 2014 season. Freshman Cassandra Williams gave the Coyotes their … [Read more...] about Softball starting the season off with a bang
Coyotes defeat the Pioneers
By Uriel Ortega |Staff Writer| Coach Renee Jimenez’s Coyotes rallied back for her 100th win against the Cal State East Bay Pioneers at the Coussoulis arena on Saturday. For women’s basketball it was looking like another defeat for the underdog in the first half, as they struggled to slow down the Pioneers. Pioneers guard, Stephanie Lopez, was the leading scorer as she picked apart the Coyotes and finished the first half with two three-pointers. However, the Coyotes kept fighting back as guard, Briana Baker, stole the ball for a fast break layup and narrowed the score to a 32-23 deficit lead by the Pioneers. With three seconds left in the first half and a turn over by East Bay, senior, … [Read more...] about Coyotes defeat the Pioneers
Coyotes find strength in defeat
By Inno Sita |Staff Writer| The basketball team is giving teams a run for their money stepping up their game after a two-game losing streak. The Coyotes suffered another closing game on Nov. 17 against the UC San Diego Tritons, losing to 70-65. On the first half, senior Tayllor Gipson and sophomore Alexcia Mack both played guard and were unstoppable on the first half, catching as many rebounds and trying not to lose the ball. Both juniors Briana Baker and Mack played guard and had an incredible three pointers during the night. The Coyotes fired up the court when sophomore Jenna Klein shot three points with 2:25 minutes left on the clock along with an assist by Gipson, forcing … [Read more...] about Coyotes find strength in defeat
Misty Vu Profile
By James Kohler |Staff Writer| http://youtu.be/t4Bw5MAf9tM A profile on CSUSB water polo captain Misty Vu, the nation's leading goal scorer during the 2011-2012 season. … [Read more...] about Misty Vu Profile
Volleyball looks for continued success during playoff run
By Devan Lee |Staff Writer| CSUSB Women’s Volleyball won the opening match against Central Washington in the 2012 NCAA Western Regional. Their recent victory has pleased head coach Kim Cherniss, who expects a great deal from her girls. “I’m very happy to have this winning traditon continue,” said Cherniss. The Lady Yotes traveled all the way to Laie, Hawaii on Nov. 29th. They faced a Central Washington Wildcat team that went into the game with an overall record of 28 wins and 7 losses. A cocktail of fresh and veteran talent made it possible for the Coyotes to pull a 3-2 come from behind victory against the Wildcats. Freshman outside hitter Alexandria Torline had a season … [Read more...] about Volleyball looks for continued success during playoff run
New logo unites teams
By J. Levi Burton |Sports Editor| In recent years, it seems as though uniforms has become a much more prevalent topic in everyday sports topics. From the University of Oregon which uses its football team as a guinea pig for Nike’s futuristic uniform ideas to professional teams constantly trying to brand itself to appeal to the younger generation, uniforms are money. CSUSB seemed to get the idea as they unveiled a brand new logo for the athletic team’s here on campus. “We were tired of seeing our students walk around in UCLA and USC gear,” said Athletic Director Kevin Hatcher, in the press conference unveiling the logo. They wanted something that stood out in the … [Read more...] about New logo unites teams
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