By Jessica Bracamontes |Staff Writer| The Coyotes improved to a 17–12 overall record after defeating the 15th ranked Chico State Wildcats in three out of four games April 5–7. Timely hitting and quality pitching played a major role in the Coyotes’ victories. The series began with the Coyotes losing to the Wildcats by a score of 9–1. Senior Darren Dworak scored the Coyotes’ only run on a monstrous solo shot in the second inning. The players kept their confidence and did not allow the poor offensive output spoil the rest of the weekend. The Coyotes were able to turn things around by playing smart, focused and team oriented ball as they swept both games. “Everyone plays a part in … [Read more...] about Coyotes dominate weekend series against Wildcats
Paul Eshleman
Bats make noise as pitchers deliver
By Spencer Hirsch |Asst. Sports Editor| There were several noteworthy player performances in the Coyote’s four-game road series on March 2–4 against conference opponent CSU Stanislaus. Cory Caruso was first in line, as he delivered seven solid innings in the series opener. Unfortunately, he took the 2-1 loss in a hard fought pitcher’s duel. The Coyotes came up strong, sweeping the double header on March 3. In the first game of the doubleheader, Paul Eshleman smashed a three-run homerun in the top of the fourth to bring the Coyotes’ bats to life. “It was a turning point in the team’s mentality to get after it,” said Eshleman. Matt Winn hit a monstrous solo homerun to left … [Read more...] about Bats make noise as pitchers deliver
Coyote baseball hunting for deep playoff run this season
By Spencer Hirsch |Staff Writer| Coyote baseball is looking to put last year’s disappointments behind them as they embark on a new season. Their 20-18 record was not quite good enough, as they missed out on the conference playoff tournament by just a few winning percentage points. "It's always very disappointing when you do not make the playoffs, because once you get into the playoffs, anything can happen," said head coach Don Parnell. Junior center fielder Ethan Chapman feels they should have had a much stronger finish to the season. "We didn't live up to our expectations. We had a lot of talent, just didn't put it together," said Chapman. Parnell has high goals and one big … [Read more...] about Coyote baseball hunting for deep playoff run this season