Thursday night frisbee
Of all the clubs and organizations that the college has to offer, it may surprise some to not see more intramural sport opportunities. However, walking around the hallways of the college recently, one is bound to come across a flyer promoting a club a little out of the ordinary from those usually posted on [...]
Read More →Lady chaps prepare for regional
After a successful 2013 regular season campaign, the Chaparral women’s softball team is gearing up for the regional tournament. “We are very confident going into the regional. We should do well,” Head coach Ryan Connell said. The Lady Chaps finished second in the North Central Community College Conference and will be the second seed [...]
Read More →Lady Chaps softball coach discusses secret of team’s success, landmark wins
It has been quite an unpredictable season for the Chaparral women’s softball team. After yet another one of their games was postponed due to rain, the team sits in the hallway of the OCC building having a post-workout discussion. Sitting casually amongst the team is head coach Ryan Connell. Just standing in that hallway [...]
Read More →PE construction progresses
Walking around the college’s campus these days, students may feel inclined to trade their backpacks for hard hats. It seems as though new construction projects are starting every day and every building is receiving some sort of makeover or restoration. The Physical Education Center (PE) is no exception and is starting to get the touch [...]
Read More →Chaparral baseball team looks to rebound from last year, find success
It is no secret that it was a disappointing season for the Chaparral men’s baseball team last year. The team finished the year with an 8-29 record and did not make any waves in postseason play. With head coach Kevin Tyrrell going into his second year, he has hopes for major improvement. “Last year’s team [...]
Read More →Athlete of the week: Get acquainted with the Lady Chaps’ first baseman
Name: Meghan Gross Age: 19 Major: Psychology Sport: Softball Position: First base What is your favorite thing about playing softball? Being on the field and playing first base, just making plays. What is your least favorite thing about playing softball? The pressure from the crowd and depending upon the situation we’re in. [...]
Read More →Who ya got? with Slott
Sibling rivalry provides for some of the most intense competition humankind has witnessed. On Feb. 3 it will take place where it never has before: the Super Bowl. The Baltimore Ravens vs. the San Francisco 49ers will pit John Harbaugh against Jim Harbaugh in a must-see matchup. This is the game that people were hoping [...]
Read More →Chaparral basketball looks to find success on new home court
There is no place like home. The old cliché rings true for countless scenarios, especially in the world of sports. Home court advantage is a reality. Look no further than the Chaparral men’s basketball team sporting a 6-2 record at home while going only 2-7 on the road. Whether it is the hometown fans, the [...]
Read More →Football program provides opportunities for student-athletes
It has been a tough year for community college football in Illinois. After the boards for Harper College and Joliet Junior College voted to eliminate their football programs, there were a lot of questions surrounding the state of football at COD. The college decided last year to keep the program for another season and the [...]
Read More →The second annual Laps with the Chaps 5K brings crowds, funds
Students, faculty and community members all laced up their running shoes in preparation for Saturday’s Laps with the Chaps 5K Run. The course consisted of running a lap around the track and then proceeded to lead runners under the Health and Science Center bridge, through campus parking lots, passing the baseball and softball fields until [...]
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