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Student-athletes work in the Study Center on Friday as part of their mandatory study hall hours. The center is one of several resources provided by the athletic department to promote academic success.

Student-athletes hold an 11-semester record off the court

Havana Loren Medina, staff writer
October 22, 2025
Sophomore defensive specialist Clara Belnap receiving a serve in the game against Modesto Junior College on Wednesday. The Hawks went on to lose their next game 3-0 away at Sac City.

Volleyball pulls off a 3-2 comeback win against Modesto

Marco Sanchez, sports editor
October 20, 2025
Some of the players performing a passing drill during Wednesday’s practice with head coach Cesar Plasencia in the background. The Hawks kick off conference play on Friday at home against Solano Community College.

Women’s soccer prioritizes success on and off the field

Marco Sanchez, sports editor
October 2, 2025
“I’m really excited to see Bad Bunny headlining something like the Super Bowl because the NFL has historically profited off of the bodies of men of color, so it’s almost revolutionary to see someone so iconic in the Latinx community contribute to something like this. I think it’s a great follow-up to Kendrick’s.” - Emily Lopez, 20, psychology

HAWK TALK: How do you feel about Bad Bunny headlining the upcoming Super Bowl?

Sloan Campbell and Havana Loren Medina
September 29, 2025
Freshman defender Meyoune Bayless and sophomore midfielder Michael Villasenor protect the ball from Lemoore on Friday. The Hawks secured a win without allowing Lemoore to score.

Men’s soccer prepares for conference play with a 2-0 win against Lemoore

Kadreanna Walker, staff writer
September 29, 2025
Freshman defensive specialist Emmerson Patterson receiving a serve from the opposing team. Patterson led the game with 25 digs as the Hawks opened conference play with a 3-2 win.

Volleyball beats Sac City 3-2 as team starts conference play

Marco Sanchez, Sports Editor
September 20, 2025
“A little overwhelmed that Canelo lost the match, especially because he is big in Mexico. He is like a world champion, almost, compared to Crawford.” - Christian Alverez, 18, undeclared

HAWK TALK: How do you feel about the results of the Crawford vs Canelo fight from Saturday?

Sloan Campbell and Kadreanna Walker
September 18, 2025
Sophomore midfielder Isabel Amador shielding the ball from the opposing player in Tuesday’s game. The Hawks proceed to draw 0-0 at home against Hartnell College on Friday.

Women’s soccer team takes down the Lake Tahoe Coyotes

Aiden Rodriguez, Staff Writer
September 15, 2025
Freshman defender Jaden Campos and sophomore defender Camden Locke dueling for the ball against Butte College on Tuesday. The Hawks did not concede a goal in their first two games.

Men’s soccer team defeats Butte College during home opener

Marco Sanchez, Sports Editor
August 29, 2025
Sophomore big Nicole Risch attempts to block an attack by San Joaquin Delta College during the Big 8 Paris Conference Championship on April 25th. The Hawks wrapped up their season on May 3.

Beach volleyball competes in Big 8 Pairs Conference Championship, finish season

Owaghianye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
May 12, 2025
Men's basketball assistant coach Bernard Seals leads the team through warmup drills. The Hawks ended their season with a 21-11 overall record, advancing to the quarter finals of the 3C2A championship before ending their season.

Men’s basketball reflects on record-breaking season

Owaghianye Eki-Edo, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
Sophomore second baseman Ryan Dechaine bats off a pitch from ARC’s starting pitcher in the bottom of the sixth. Despite the loss, CRC finishes the season with a 22-16 record, a three game improvement from last season where they finished 19-22.

Baseball loses to ARC 3-9 in regular season finale

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
Noah Canter, sophomore catcher, prepares to swing against American River College on April 22. Canter finished the regular season with 15 home runs, breaking the record for most home runs in a regular season by a CRC athlete.

From injury woes to breaking records, baseball team’s catcher goes D1

Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer
May 4, 2025
Sophomore pitcher Ben Pernetti starts game one against the Beavers and pitches six innings. The Hawks are now standing with a 11-13 conference record and head into playoffs Friday and Saturday.

Hawks take first game of series against Beavers 17-6

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
May 2, 2025
Sophomore little Carlie McCormick tips the ball during the Hawks’ win against American River College on Friday. The team is shifting their focus to the Big 8 Conference Pairs Championship on April 25.

Hawks beat Folsom Lake and American River before championship chase

Kaden Richards, Staff Writer
April 23, 2025
Softball head coach Kristy Schroeder joins the team in a huddle after the Hawks faced San Jose City College on Feb. 11. The team improved to a 19-15 overall record after defeating Sierra College 11-0 on April 12.

Hawks softball excels academically and on the field

Damian Khim, Staff Writer
April 18, 2025
Sophomore center fielder Chase Christenson scores the first run of the game on April 8 in the first inning. The Hawks went on to win the series against the Mustangs, 2-1.

Baseball grinds out 5-4 win against Delta College

Simon Her, Staff Writer
April 16, 2025
Men’s basketball head coach Jonathan James, left, and women’s basketball head coach Samuel Kirby, right, take their teams to the postseason during the 2024-2025 season. The Hawks’ men’s team was eliminated in the quarterfinals against Fullerton College and the women’s team was eliminated in the second round of the playoffs.

Women’s and Men’s head basketball coaches’ journey to Cosumnes River College

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
April 5, 2025
Sophomore pitcher Andrew Lockhart starts game two of the three game series against Modesto Junior College. The Hawks lost the series against the Pirates putting their overall record at 16-13.

Hawks’ three-game series against Modesto Junior College sees win in game two

Alexa Luna, Staff Writer
April 5, 2025
Freshman designated hitter Guadalupe Gonzalez squares off against a Santa Rosa reliever in the bottom of the sixth inning. The Hawks now sit at a 2-5 record in conference play and 13-8 overall.

Hawks swept in conference series against Santa Rosa

Josh Schwartz, Staff Writer
March 11, 2025
Sophomore split Kaylie Reyes jumps for a block in the win against College of Marin. The Hawks begin conference play on Friday with a rematch against the Mariners.

Beach volleyball prepares for conference play with five-game win streak

Marco Sanchez, Staff Writer
March 5, 2025
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