Dream season capped off with first state title

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
December 10, 2012  

Behind another big performance from its rushing offense and the defense, the Bakersfield College football team was able to beat City College of San Francisco 35-14 to get BC’s first state title in front of 16,125 fans at Memorial Stadium on Dec. 8. The Renegades (11-2) defense forced four... Read More

State title vs. tough opponent, San Fran.

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

An eight-game win streak has Bakersfield College’s football team on its way to the first State Championship game they’ve had since 2000, when they lost 31-13 against City College of San Francisco, and now that’s the team that stands in its way. The game is scheduled to be played at Memorial... Read More

Long-time BC football team doctor dies at 98

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

After giving almost 70 years of dedication to being the team doctor for the Bakersfield College football team, Dr. Romain Clerou died at the age of 98 on Nov. 20. “Dr. Clerou was like a mentor to me,” said current team physician Dr. Michael Tivnon. “As far as I know he took care of the... Read More

Former NBA player and Renegade returns to BC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

Former NBA player and Bakersfield College alumnus Andre Spencer never thought about being an NBA player growing up, but once he got here at BC he realized that it was a possibility for him. “Growing up I wanted to be an astronaut,” Spencer said. “As a kid I use to watch exploration programs.... Read More

Renegades upset No. 1-ranked Mounties

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

After beating Ventura College one week before, the Bakersfield College football team was finally able to avenge past postseason defeats to Mt. San Antonio College by beating the Mounties 30-21 in the Southern California football championship game on Nov. 24. “What a great win for us,” said... Read More

COLUMN: Fall sports start the year right for BC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

As the fall sports at Bakersfield College come to an end, it’s time to look back and see how we have faired. Overall, I’ll give BC sports a solid B-plus for this semester. I think this fall semester has been a lot better than last year’s, and it’s not just because of the football team... Read More

Men’s hoops responds after OT loss in Thanksgiving tourney

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 28, 2012  

After losing in overtime to San Diego Mesa College in the first day of the Thanksgiving Tournament, the Bakersfield College basketball team was able to respond with a win over Merritt College. The Thanksgiving Tournament was at BC from Nov. 23-24. “I thought we improved from the first tournament,”... Read More

Hall of Famer Gifford receives plaque

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 15, 2012  

Even though he has already been enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Bakersfield College and Bakersfield High School alumnus Frank Gifford was very proud to receive the Hometown Hall of Famers plaque at BHS on Nov. 9. “It means a lot to me, and I think it’s a wonderful idea,” said... Read More

Turnovers prove costly to men’s hoops in first tourney

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 15, 2012  

Turnovers plagued the Bakersfield College men’s basketball team against College of the Sequoias on Nov. 9 and Allan Hancock on Nov. 10 in the Cuesta Tournament. BC lost to COS 74-58 and lost to Hancock 96-78. “We played hard, but we didn’t play smart,” said BC coach Rich Hughes. “The... Read More

Renegades ride winning streak into postseason

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
November 15, 2012  

The Bakersfield College football team beat Pasadena City College on homecoming night 38-17 on Nov. 10 to earn the final spot in the Southern California community college playoffs. With this win and with Riverside College losing to Mt. SAC, the Renegades were able to clinch the final playoff... Read More

Renegades rally at home to keep playoff hopes alive

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

After struggling to move the ball in the first half, the Bakersfield College football team faced its first halftime deficit at home, but rallied back behind gadget plays and a fourth-quarter defensive red-zone stop to beat Cerritos College 21-14 on Oct. 27. “I thought we played our tail off,”... Read More

First time eating Korean food pleasant surprise

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

When I walked into the recently opened Seoul Restaurant I didn’t know what to expect eating at a Korean restaurant for the first time, but after seeing that they had college football on TV, I thought to myself if their taste in food is as good as their taste in entertainment than this will... Read More

BC men’s hoop team looking to bounce back

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

After a disappointing year last season, in which it lost a lot of close games due to turnovers, lack of rebounding and key injuries, the Bakersfield College men’s basketball team is ready to redeem itself this year. “We’re looking good,” said BC coach Rich Hughes. “We have a lot of... Read More

Students react to Gov. Brown’s visit

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

After Gov. Jerry Brown talked to students at Bakersfield College about Proposition 30, most BC students appreciated that Brown took some time to come to BC and talk to the students, and left more assured about Proposition 30. “I think it’s cool that he’s talking to our school and to show... Read More

COLUMN: BC golf team shows unity

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

As the season winds down for the Bakersfield College women’s golf season, one might be left to wonder, how is a team with limited golfers having a good year? You just really have to sit back and acknowledge all the extra hard work that they had to put in with a smaller group of players. When... Read More

BC’s backfield work on chemistry on and off the field

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s running game this year has been getting production out of two running backs, Jalen Sykes and Curtis McGregor, but it has been their chemistry and unselfishness that has helped them to a good season. “When we’re at practice, we challenge each other,” said McGregor.... Read More

BC women’s golf qualifies one golfer to Regionals

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

The Bakersfield College women’s golf team was able to qualify one golfer to Regional at the Western State Conference Finals  on Oct. 28-29. Chelsey Roberts qualified to Regionals with a score of 175. Andrea Marquez just missed out on Regionals by three strokes. She ended with 184. “I’m... Read More

Harden customized famous cars

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 31, 2012  

As a kid growing up in an orphanage and then running away from that orphanage, Red Harden, owner of Carriage Masters, didn’t know what he would end up doing, but it all changed when he came across a custom car. “I was raised in an orphanage and ran away when I was 12,” he said. “I’ve... Read More

BC coach reflects on his coaching journey

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 17, 2012  

When Bakersfield College volleyball coach Carl Ferreira left his home in Hawaii to go play college basketball, he never expected that he would end up finding a career in volleyball. “I left Hawaii really to get an education and to play college basketball at Santa Rosa Junior College,” said... Read More

Big plays power Renegades over El Camino

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 17, 2012  

Bakersfield College got big plays from all three phases of the game in defeating El Camino College 40-13 on Oct. 6 for the Renegades second straight blowout win. The Renegades had three touchdowns go for more than 60 yards, including a 75-yard punt return. They also had an interception by cornerback... Read More

COLUMN: BC athletics enhanced by band’s presence

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 17, 2012  

If you have been to a Bakersfield College sporting event recently, you might notice the bigger presence of the BC band. They’re not only performing at football games, but they were also at the crucial volleyball game between number-three ranked BC and number-one ranked L.A. Pierce, and are... Read More

BC golf takes third place

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 17, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s golf team managed to take third place at the Western State Conference tournament at College of the Canyons on Oct. 8. Glendale College and Canyons tied for first with 321, so they had a card off to decide the winner and Glendale ended up taking first. BC ended... Read More

Renegades respond with dominant win over Canyons

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 3, 2012  

After losing in a four-overtime game against Ventura College, the Renegades jumped all over College of the Canyons from the kickoff on their way to a 45-7 victory on Sept. 29. “I thought we did outstanding,” said Bakersfield College coach Jeff Chudy. “I thought we sent a message from... Read More

Chamberlain enjoys getting back to his teaching roots

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 3, 2012  

When Greg Chamberlain resigned as Bakersfield College president this past February, he decided to go back to teaching and back to helping students on a personal level. “It has been wonderful to come back to teaching,” said Chamberlain. “I really enjoy the students. The jobs that I have... Read More

Moon takes over as swim coach at BC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 3, 2012  

When Bakersfield College’s swimming coach Charlie Pike resigned, there was no telling what direction the program would take, so alumnus Matt Moon stepped in and was hired as the new coach this summer. “We had to put it out there, and Matt Moon came very highly recommended,” said athletic... Read More

Veterans Center reopens after staff issues resolved

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 3, 2012  

After closing its doors at the end of last semester because of two main issues, the Bakersfield College Veterans Center re-opened on Sept. 24 with a couple of new provisions to it. “It was closed because of two reasons,” said dean of students Joyce Coleman. “Since the game room is next... Read More

COLUMN: Coaches not just in it for money

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
October 3, 2012  

When you’re watching any sport at Bakersfield College, or any junior college for that matter, you can start to think that every coach is just trying to win games. Sure that’s one of their goals, but it’s not the main one. Many of these coaches are trying to help their players advance... Read More

Colleges help students transfer

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 19, 2012  

Bakersfield College held their annual transfer day on Sept. 13, and for the first time UC Berkeley had a representative attend.The event showcased dozens of schools to help students interested in transfering. “So far it has been great but I’m still looking forward to meeting more students,”... Read More

Renegades suffer first loss of the season

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 19, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s football team suffered its first loss of the season in a crushing defeat against perennial power Mt. SAC on Sept. 8. BC lost to Mt. SAC 34-14 behind 320 total rushing yards from the Mounties. “I think we were a little inconsistent,” said BC coach Jeff Chudy. We came... Read More

COLUMN: Not there yet, BC athletics

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 19, 2012  

All the changes made to Bakersfield College athletics by athletic director Ryan Beckwith have been to give BC more of an NCAA atmosphere, and I think all of them have been good changes. Like getting the gym refurnished, changing the home side to where the press box is at, getting a radio channel... Read More

Golden Moment: Olympic gold medalist Varner returns home

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 19, 2012  

After Jake Varner won the gold medal in the 2012 London Olympics and reached the goal he had been pursuing since he was in high school, he came back to his alma mater, Bakersfield High School, to speak to students about reaching their goals. “It’s awesome being back at BHS,” said Varner.... Read More

Renegades run game leads to second win

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 19, 2012  

After suffering a tough loss at the hands of Mt. SAC, the Renegades were able to respond with a victory over Fullerton College on Sept. 15. Bakersfield College improved to 2-1 on the young season with a 31-17 victory by outgaining the Hornets 344-195. BC controlled the ball for 17 minutes more... Read More

Renegades respond with win over Fullerton

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 16, 2012  

After suffering a tough loss at the hands of Mt. SAC, the Renegades were able to respond with a victory over Fullerton College on Sept. 15. Bakersfield College improved to 2-1 on the young season with a 31-17 victory by outgaining the Hornets 344-195. BC controlled the ball for 17 minutes... Read More

BC suffers tough loss against Mt. SAC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 13, 2012  

After winning its season opener against Santa Ana, Bakersfield College’s football team suffered a crushing defeat against perennial power Mt. SAC on Sept. 8. BC lost to Mt. SAC 34-14 behind 320 total rushing yards from the Mounties. “I think we were a little inconsistent,” said BC... Read More

Fans worried for change in BC tradition

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 6, 2012  

After hearing about the changing of the football stadium’s home side and the parking changes, some people weren’t happy about it and some afraid to see tradition changed. Dave Manning, 61, who has been going to BC games for over 50 years, commented on what he thought about the stadium changes. “I... Read More

BC quarterback returns after injuring collarbone

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 6, 2012  

Last year, Bakersfield College’s starting quarterback, Brian Burrell, was named the starter, but broke his collarbone during a week 3 game against Antelope Valley College. That made him sit out for the rest of the season, but now that he is 100 percent he wants to help the team bounce back... Read More

‘Our House’ showcases lyrical talents, impressive featured artists and good beats

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 6, 2012  

The very anticipated, “Welcome to: Our House,” second album of rap group Slaughterhouse is finally out. It was officially released on Aug. 28 through Shady Records. For all those who don’t know who Slaughterhouse is, they are rap group that consists of Joe Budden, Royce da 5’9”, Joell... Read More

COLUMN: Changes are best for BC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 6, 2012  

A lot of people at the Bakersfield College season opening football game were against all the changes that were made at Memorial Stadium. Some didn’t like messing with the tradition by switching sides and others didn’t like all the parking and tailgating changes, but when I first heard about... Read More

Renegades win season opener 36-19

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 6, 2012  

After a first half that went back and forth, the Bakersfield College football team was able to take a touchdown lead into halftime. The Renegades managed to pull away thanks to a big third quarter and the performance by starting quarterback Brian Burrell as BC beat Santa Ana 36-19 on Sept.... Read More

Renegades win season opener

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
September 2, 2012  

The Bakersfield College football team beat Santa Ana College 36-19 behind  a big third quarter and starting quarterback Brian Burrell’s performance on Sept. 1. The Renegades opened their season at home against the Santa Ana Dons, and the Renegades delivered a win thanks in part to a... Read More

BC’s Burrell ready for season opener

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
August 29, 2012  

Last year, Bakersfield College’s starting quarterback, Brian Burrell, was named the starter, but broke his collarbone during a week 3 game against Antelope Valley College. That made him sit out for the rest of the season, but now that he is 100 percent he wants to help the team bounce back... Read More

BC football is back with a vengeance

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
August 27, 2012  

After a disappointing season this past year, which was riddled with injuries to key players, the Bakersfield College football team hopes that they can bounce back this upcoming season, while having to deal with a tough schedule. “The guys have been working hard, and we have the toughest schedule... Read More

Softball headed to playoffs with eight seed

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s softball team was able to clinch a playoff berth thanks in part to its tough non-conference schedule. “It’s a huge accomplishment to make the postseason, and we’re very thankful to be in this situation,” said BC coach Sandi Taylor. “I think the team feels a... Read More

BC’s athletes of the year

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

Chris Schwartz After not competing in about two years, Bakersfield College track and field athlete Chris Schwartz has progressively gotten back to the same level that had gotten him number one rank honors in the state while in high school. “I’m doing very well this year, and it’s blowing... Read More

BC track and field qualifies 25 to So Cal Prelims

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s track and field team had great performance at the Western State Conference Finals on April 27, as it was able to qualify 25 athletes to the Southern California Prelims. Ten of the 25 athletes for BC qualified in multiple events, including Bert Flores who qualified in... Read More

COLUMN: BC sports finishing year in style

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

It’s easy to say that Bakersfield College athletics was headed for a down year when the football team had a disappointing year, but I say we’ve had a pretty good year in athletics. Most people forget that the football team was doing pretty good until their starting quarterback Brian Burrell... Read More

BC men’s golf continues to progress

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s golf team had one of its better performances of the season, as they were only two strokes behind third place at the Western State Conference Mini-Tournament on April 26. Seven teams competed and BC took fifth with a score of 379. Glendale College got first with 365,... Read More

Six school records broken by BC swimmers

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
May 2, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s swim team hosted the Western State Conference Championships on April 19-21, and BC broke six school records along with five swimmers going to state. Matt Prasser broke the record in the men’s 50 freestyle with a time of 21.26. Francesca Wyatt improved on her record... Read More

BC softball continues its push for the postseason

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
April 20, 2012  

  Bakersfield College’s softball team had its sophomore day right before its final home games, and they honored the sophomore’s final regular season games at BC by beating Santa Monica College handily twice in a doubleheader on April 15. BC introduced the eight sophomores on the... Read More

BC’s Easter Basketball Camp was a success

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
April 18, 2012  

Bakersfield College camp attendees enjoyed the second annual Easter Basketball Camp that was put on by BC coaches. “I think this camp is good for the kids because we help them learn the fundamentals,” said BC basketball coach Rich Hughes. “This is our second year doing it. We’ve had... Read More

COLUMN: Baseball season destined to be great

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
April 18, 2012  

The 2012 baseball season is well under way, and I don’t think that I’ve been as excited for a season like this one because you don’t have a real clear-cut favorite. Sure you have the Anaheim Angels who made big news in the off-season getting first baseman Albert Pujols and starting pitcher... Read More

BC swimming takes first at home

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
April 18, 2012  

Bakersfield College swim team took advantage of a couple teams that were short-handed by taking first at a home meet on March 30. BC took first out of four teams. Cuesta College took second, Santa Monica College third and L. A. Valley fourth. “I thought the kids were great,” said BC coach... Read More

Struggles continue for BC golf

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
April 18, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s golf team has continued to struggle with its course management as they took fifth place out of seven teams at Saticoy on April 9. BC scored 393, while College of the Canyons took first with 343. Glendale College took second with 373 and Santa Barbara City College... Read More

10 inducted to BC Hall of Fame

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 28, 2012  

Bakersfield College hosted their 30th annual track and field and cross-country hall of fame induction ceremony on March 22 in the BC cafeteria. They inducted 10 former athletes as well as handing out two awards. The 10 athletes inducted into the hall of fame were: Eldora DeMots, Bill Van Osdel,... Read More

COLUMN: My bracket ruined my life

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 28, 2012  

It only took the first round of the NCAA men’s tournament for brackets all around the country to be busted when two 15-seeded teams got two huge upsets over a pair of number two-seeded teams. Sure, every year every person picks that one “Cinderella” team that will steal the show at the... Read More

BC men’s golf coming of age with strong performances

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 28, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s golf team responded to their sloppy start to the season in the North and South Cup Invitational, taking fourth place out of 10 teams on March 18-19. Chabot College took first with a score of 343, Glendale College took second with 347 and Ventura College took third... Read More

Ja Rule’s time in prison didn’t help his music

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

Ja Rule is back with the new album “Pain is Love 2” and it’s his first album in almost eight years. The album was released on Feb. 28. “Pain is Love 2” was a pain to listen to because of the mediocrity and the fact that it could’ve been better. He’s still the same Ja Rule and... Read More

Schwartz gets back on track

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

This year’s Bakersfield College track and field team has gotten a big boost from freshman Chris Schwartz even though it took Schwartz a while to get going after not competing for over two years. After high school in 2009, he attended Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo, but it didn’t work out as he... Read More

10 inducted to hall of fame

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

Bakersfield College will be having their 30th annual track and field and cross country hall of fame induction ceremony on March 22. Along with inducting 10 former Renegade coaches and players, they will be awarding two plaques. Michael Tivnon will be awarded the “Life-Time of Service to Bakersfield... Read More

BC golf lagging behind in disappointing season

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

The Bakersfield College men’s golf team continued to struggle in the Pt. ConCeption tournament at Valparaiso Golf Course on March 5-6. BC placed sixth out of seven teams with Santa Barbara taking first with a score of 388. Ventura took second with 390 and Glendale took third with 391. BC... Read More

COLUMN: College athletics must stay intact

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

Athletics is usually one of the first things to think of cutting when a school is faced with financial problems or a budget crisis, but I think athletics is one of the departments that needs to stay. Athletics can help the school’s financial issues because a lot of sporting events make a... Read More

BC swimming wins in dual meet

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
March 14, 2012  

Bakersfield College’s swim team hosted a dual meet against College of the Canyons on March 2, and won after having their last two meets canceled. BC men’s team outscored Canyons men’s team 523-436, while the women outscored Canyons women’s team 464-319. BC won 13 of the 22 events, including... Read More

Women’s hoops falls short of playoff berth

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 29, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball team beat West Los Angeles on Feb. 18 to get its first Western State Conference title, but fell short of a playoff berth. BC coach Paula Dahl commented that the reason why they missed out on the playoffs is because Canyons had a better record against... Read More

COLUMN: Basketball needs new playoff system

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 29, 2012  

In sports, a lot of the talk is usually what should be the criteria to make the playoffs, and if a certain team is even worthy to be considered for a playoff spot. I like how in most sports, if you win the division, you can make the playoffs, but when two teams are battling for the division... Read More

Beckwith has track and field history

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 29, 2012  

Many people at Bakersfield College know Ryan Beckwith as BC’s athletic director, but before that he was training in the decathlon for the Olympics. “I always wanted to be an Olympian, and I think that’s what caught my eye because it’s grueling and fun with all the events,” said Beckwith.... Read More

BC ends disappointing season on a sour note

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 23, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s basketball team lost to West Los Angeles because of too many turnovers on Feb. 18. BC lost to West L.A. 79-60 and they had 25 turnovers in the game. BC finished the season with a 9-17 overall record and 3-9 in the Western State Conference. BC got a good offensive... Read More

Basketball team is honored with banner

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 15, 2012  

Bakersfield College honored the 1977-78 state championship men’s basketball team by unveiling the banner that they will be hanging in the Gil Bishop Sports Center. The banner unveiling was during halftime of the men’s basketball game against L.A. Valley on Feb. 8. The banner was given to... Read More

BC Renegade returns home

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 15, 2012  

For some people, basketball is just a sport or a way to have fun with some friends, but for Bakersfield College men’s basketball player Conroy Lester, it’s a way to remember his brother and express himself. “It means a lot to me because I’ve been playing it my whole life and it’s... Read More

COLUMN: Is Super Lintendo all-hype or the real deal?

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 15, 2012  

It’s not insanity, it’s Linsanity. Jeremy Lin of the New York Knicks has taken over the sports world. He has scored 20 points or more for five games straight, and before that he scored a total of 76 points for his career. At first I wasn’t sure about him because the first three games... Read More

A tale of two seasons

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 15, 2012  

Flying High: Women’s team just a win away from entering the postseason The season for the Bakersfield College women’s basketball team was filled with a promising start and an exciting run for the Western State Conference title. The women’s team currently has a 15-12 record and 7-3... Read More

Men’s golf takes its lumps in first conference tournament

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 15, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s golf team had a tough start in the Western State Conference mini-tournament and ended up in seventh place out of seven teams. The WSC mini-tournament was on Feb. 6. Canyons took first place with a score of 399 and BC had 414. Although BC fell to seventh place, only... Read More

BC wins and continues their push for conference title

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 13, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball team beat Citrus to cap off their very first undefeated home record. BC beat Citrus 75-64 on Feb. 11 to stay atop the Western State Conference. BC improved to a 8-3 record in the Western State Conference. BC got 28 points from freshman forward Brittany... Read More

Renegades lose to number two ranked team in state

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 13, 2012  

 Bakersfield College men’s basketball team lost to CItrus because of too many three-pointers given up. BC lost to Citrus 94-81 on Feb. 11. Citrus came in ranked as the number two team in the state and undefeated in the Western State Conference. BC got some good contributions from  freshman... Read More

Bakersfield College honors ’78 state champions

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012  

Bakersfield College honored the 1977-78 state championship men’s basketball team by unveiling their banner that will be given to the team in the Gil Bishop Sports Center. The banner unveiling was during halftime of the men’s basketball game against L.A. Valley on Feb. 8. The banner... Read More

Lady ‘Gades improve to 6-3 and stay first in conference

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball team pulled out a tough victory against L.A. Valley to stay in first place of the Western State Conference. BC beat L.A. Valley 77-67 on Feb. 8 and improved to a 6-3 conference record. BC got a big game from sophomore guard Jausecca Cockeral, who... Read More

Renegades fall short in overtime loss

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s basketball team lost to L.A. Valley in a close game  that needed overtime to decide the winner. BC lost to L.A. Valley 67-65 on Feb. 8. The Renegades got 23 points from freshman forward Conroy Lester. BC came in with a 3-5 Western State Conference record and... Read More

’78 championship banner to be unveiled

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 7, 2012  

Bakersfield College will be having a ceremony, where they will be unveiling and raising the banner for the 1977-78 BC men’s basketball junior college championship team. The team will be honored during halftime of the men’s basketball home game against West L.A. on Feb. 8. They expect... Read More

Renegades get first conference road win

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 4, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s basketball team beat Glendale College to get their first Western State Conference road victory. BC beat Glendale 67-64 on Feb. 1 and improved to a 3-5 conference record. The Renegades shot the ball over 50 percent for the whole game and held Glendale to 41 percent... Read More

BC coach uses loss to inspire

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012  

Miranda Serna inspired her cousin, Bakersfield College men’s basketball assistant coach Aaron Chavez, to pursue a coaching career. Last year Serna, the Oklahoma State University women’s assistant coach, died in an airplane crash, leaving Chavez shocked. “I felt disbelief, heartache and... Read More

New gym gives BC Div-1 atmosphere

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012  

The Athletics Department recently finished improving the Gil Bishop Sports Center, including the floor. The Gil Bishop Sports Center work was started about three months ago and it was finished on Dec. 30, according to athletic director Ryan Beckwith. Beckwith commented on how the gym turned... Read More

BC wins to stay atop conference

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball beat Santa Monica despite an injury to a starter and a player losing a contact lens during the game. BC beat Santa Monica 79-65 on Jan. 28, in order to stay tied for first in the Western State Conference. BC coach Paula Dahl commented on the game. “I... Read More

Turnovers plague the 8-13 Renegades in conference loss

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s basketball team lost to Santa Monica College because of too many turnovers in the first half. BC lost to Santa Monica 69-63 on Jan. 28 and dropped to a 2-5 record in the Western State Conference. The game was a tale of two halves for BC. In the first, BC wasn’t... Read More

COLUMN: Breaking down the football playoffs

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
February 1, 2012  

It was incredible how in both conference championship games the two teams that lost had big special teams errors that played a big part in them losing. I’m not going to say that the whole blame should fall on punt returner Kyle Williams of the San Francisco 49ers or on the kicker Billy Cundiff... Read More

Lady ‘Gades tied for first in WSC

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 29, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball beat Santa Monica despite an injury to a starter and a player losing a contact lens during the game. BC beat Santa Monica 79-65 on Jan. 28, in order to stay tied for first in the Western State Conference. BC coach Paula Dahl commented on the game “I... Read More

Win over West L.A. propels women to 4-2 conference record

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 26, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball team beat West L.A. College in a close game that pulled BC into a tie for first with West L.A. in the Western State Conference, improving to BC beat West L.A. 58-55 on Jan. 25 thanks to tough defense and clutch shooting. Sophomore forward Gabi Morales... Read More

Renegades win with potent offense

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 26, 2012  

Bakersfield College men’s basketball team beat West L.A. College in a high-scoring game by a score of 99-80. The Renegades beat West L.A. on Jan. 25, improving to 8-13, thanks in part to 29 points from freshman starting forward Conroy Lester and 12 points from freshman guard Mike Young,... Read More

Track and Field coach hopeful for new season

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 25, 2012  

Track and Field is on its way and Bakersfield College has a young group coming in this year. Bakersfield College track and field coach Dave Frickel gave his thoughts on the upcoming year. “We’ve got good numbers this year with 29 men and 25 women and two-thirds of them are new on the team,”... Read More

Strong conference play lifts Lady ‘Gades

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 25, 2012  

Bakersfield College women’s basketball team started off this year with a 4-1 record and they have been able to continue to keep winning this season to stay in the hunt for the Western State Conference. They currently have a 10-7 record and 3- 2 in conference play. BC women’s basketball... Read More

Mens basketball team falls to 7-12

Esteban Ramirez, Sports Editor
January 23, 2012  

The Bakersfield College men’s basketball team lost at Citrus 72-69 on Jan. 18 and dropped to a record of 7-12. BC had a 17-rebound advantage and shot 48 percent for the game, but Citrus took advantage of their 37 free throw attempts by making 25, while BC only made six out of their 10 free... Read More

Second-place finish for BC

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 30, 2011  

The Bakersfield College men’s basketball team hosted the Thanksgiving Renegades Classic and had two competitive games that came down to crucial possessions. The Thanksgiving Renegades Classic was on Nov. 25-26. BC redeemed a loss they had in the last tournament against Allan Hancock by beating... Read More

Club donates food to BC pantry

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 30, 2011  

The Newman Club is a student organization for Catholic and Christian students, but anyone wishing to be involved in a prayerful, faithful community dedicated to serving others is welcome. Bakersfield College’s Newman Club was reinstated this semester after it was stopped about 18 years ago... Read More

ROUND UP: Fall semester sports coming to a close

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 30, 2011  

This season for Bakersfield College women’s golf was filled with great individual performances, but they couldn’t put it together as a team. “I thought it was a fairly good season, but we weren’t able to reach our goals which is pretty disappointing,” said women’s golf coach Bob... Read More

Fitness and fun coexist on campus

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 30, 2011  

Fit and Fun was a project by the sports club to get people more active and fit, but at the same time having fun. It started on Nov. 21 and ended on Nov. 23. This is basically a representation of what the sports club does according to club president Sarah Elliott. “We are holding this for... Read More

Renegades win again and improve to 4-1

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 30, 2011  

After suffering a tough loss to Moorpark College, Bakersfield College women’s basketball team responded with an impressive victory over Reedley College. BC beat Reedley 68-54 on Nov. 18 in the Gil Bishop Sports Center. BC was only up 32-24 after the first half, but then to start the second... Read More

BC plays host to WSC foes in tourney

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 16, 2011  

Bakersfield College’s wrestling team put together a good team effort tying for second at the Western State Conference Tournament. BC hosted the tournament on Nov. 12. West Hills took first, while BC tied for second with Cuesta College and East Los Angeles College. BC went 2-2 in the tournament... Read More

BC’s first ever pep rally held for homecoming

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 16, 2011  

During homecoming week, Bakersfield College had its first homecoming pep rally at the huddle on Nov. 2. Then students headed to the gym where the men and women’s basketball teams showcased their 3-point shooting skills. The men also had a dunk contest. First-year athletic director Ryan G.... Read More

Men kick off season 2-1 with slew of tournaments on horizon

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 16, 2011  

Bakersfield College’s men’s basketball team got off to a good start this year with two wins and one loss in a tournament at Cuesta on Nov. 11-13. BC beat College of the Redwoods 84-81 and West Valley College 79-61, and lost to West Hills College  82-78. “I thought we did average, but... Read More

Strong lyrics drive Wale’s sophomore release

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 16, 2011  

Wale’s sophomore album, “Ambition” is out and the album delivers with the clever wordplay that were on his mixtapes that got him all the hype. “Ambition” came out Nov. 1, and if you’re one that enjoys great lyrics, then you will enjoy this album. Wale has always been a strong lyricist... Read More

Strong start for Lady Renegades

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 16, 2011  

The Bakersfield College women’s basketball team started off its season with a win at College of the Sequoias and then two more victories at the Crossover Tournament at BC on Nov. 10-11. According to BC women’s basketball coach Paula Dahl, there wasn’t a champion and usually four teams... Read More

Men’s basketball ready for young, fresh start to season

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 8, 2011  

Basketball season is right around the corner, and Bakersfield College’s men’s basketball team is looking for big production from a big freshmen class this year. BC has 14 freshmen on the team with just six returning sophomores. Despite this, the team’s head coach Rich Hughes thinks that... Read More

New bus stop delayed

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 2, 2011  

The new bus stop on Panorama Drive is going to take a little longer then originally thought due to construction delays. According to Lamont Schiers, executive director of administrative services, the bus stop was thought to be finished in December, but now it looks like it will be finished... Read More

Wrestling carries on despite injuries

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
November 2, 2011  

Bakersfield College’s wrestling team got a big performance from Jacob Pendelton, who was hampered by a knee injury throughout the Meat Head Movers tournament at Cuesta College on Oct. 22. Pendelton hurt his knee in a tournament before and reinjured it during his finals match, but still managed... Read More

Career Day offers BC students job chances

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
October 19, 2011  

Many employers showed up to Bakersfield College’s Career Day and gave students different employment opportunities on Oct. 6 and many students came out to look for jobs and talk with the employers. “This is our first time coming to BC for Career Day, but I like that we get to get involved... Read More

Go get your joust on

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
October 19, 2011  

By Esteban Ramirez Reporter   The Village Artisans hosted the Medieval Faire with events such as jousting, wool spinning, clogging, lamp work demonstration and they also had plenty of vendors for Two days here at Bakersfield on Oct. 15-16. It was at Central Park and this is the second... Read More

BC wrestling suffers a devastating loss of players for the season

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
October 5, 2011  

With 16 of their wrestlers not able to compete, Bakersfield College’s wrestling team went into the Duals Tournament with a lack of depth and experience. The Duals Tournament was supposed to last two days from Sept. 23-24, but the matches on Sept. 23 were canceled because teams were not able... Read More

Career Day will showcase plenty of jobs for students

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
October 5, 2011  

There will be over 30 employers coming for Career Day from many different companies, stores, restaurants and universities. Career Day will be Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bakersfield College Campus Center. Career Day is run by the Job Placement Center at BC and gives a chance for students... Read More

Top league player gives boost to women’s golf

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
September 21, 2011  

At the beginning of the season for the Bakersfield College women’s golf team, there has been good play and a record-breaking performance. They’ve gotten off to a good start with a 2-2 record, and the number one player in the league, Malea Miller, has given them the boost they’ve needed,... Read More

Alumni BBQ brings in funds

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
September 21, 2011  

On Sept. 15, Bakersfield College Alumni Association held its 57th annual barbecue. This event is for everyone to have a good time and to raise money for student scholarships and support for athletics, according to BC president Greg Chamberlain. Some of the activities that they had were the... Read More

Triathlon attracts professors, students, and octogenarians

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
September 21, 2011  

The Bakersfield Triathlon, held at Lake Ming on Sept. 19, showcased young talent winning, a performance by a Bakersfield College professor and some veterans of the sport. Michael Szewczyk, a 21-year-old who went to Garces High School, won the sprint section of the triathlon. That involved a... Read More

Plans finally carried out to renovate SAM building

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
September 8, 2011  

For a few years now, Bakersfield College has had plans to start renovations on the Speech, Arts and Music building. According to LaMont Schiers, director of administrative services, they will finally start the renovations as early as December. All classes that are in the SAM building are currently... Read More

Wrestling team to get first test against former champs

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
September 8, 2011  

This year, Bakersfield College’s wrestling team is already off to a better start than last year with all their weight classes filled and more depth. Last year they ended up placing sixth in state with four All-Americans and this year’s wrestling team has 10 wrestlers returning from last... Read More

Moore’s shot puts him atop meet

Esteban Ramirez, Reporter
May 4, 2011  

Bakersfield College hosted the Western State Conference finals in track and field on April 29. Citrus College, Glendale College, College of the Canyons, Ventura, Allan Hancock, Moorpark, Santa Barbara, West L.A., Cuesta, L.A. Valley and BC were the schools that participated. The BC men’s... Read More

Moore’s shot puts him atop meet

Esteban Ramirez
May 4, 2011  

Bakersfield College hosted the Western State Conference finals in track and field on April 29. Citrus College, Glendale College, College of the Canyons, Ventura, Allan Hancock, Moorpark, Santa Barbara, West L.A., Cuesta, L.A. Valley and BC were the schools that participated. The BC men’s... Read More

BC farm offers students agricultral experience

Esteban Ramirez
March 16, 2011  

According to Bakersfield College agriculture professor Bill Kelly, nearly 40 percent of the jobs in Kern County are in the agriculture industry. Kelly said BC started offering agricultural classes in 1913 and was the first of California’s community colleges to do so. The BC farm was started... Read More

BC track team lands hard

Esteban Ramirez
March 2, 2011  

On Feb. 18, Bakersfield College’s track and field team had a meet here at BC with College of the Sequoias and College of the Canyons. Even though the weather conditions were terrible, Canyons had a great day and took most of the events, but BC took a lot of events also and got a good... Read More

BC students and teachers react to Packers’ Super Bowl win

Esteban Ramirez
February 16, 2011  

After every Super Bowl, people usually have different reactions to it. This could be because they didn’t like the game, the halftime show, commercials, or their favorite team lost. This year was no different when the Green Bay Packers beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 31- 25. Kylan Love, 23,... Read More