College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

Mens basketball celebrated their sophomores athletic careers at COD prior to their game against SSC.

Men’s Basketball’s Sophomore Night Gets Spoiled by Bulldogs

The Chaparrals’ sophomore night celebration was halted with a 93-68 loss against the number three ranked South Suburban Community College.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
February 19, 2024
Freshman guard Greg Strong goes in for a layup to give COD two points.

Men’s Basketball Falls Short of Sudden Comeback Against Bryant & Stratton

Despite falling behind by a game-high 26 points, the Chaparrals managed to cut the deficit to four points late in the second half but fell short due to a late turnover.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
January 29, 2024
Sophomore guard Sierra Gibson shoots a floater to give COD two points.

Women’s Basketball Falls Against Short-Handed Bryant & Stratton

After giving up a 14-2 run early in the second quarter, the Chaparrals struggled to complete a comeback to fall 92-66.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
January 29, 2024
The COD womens basketball players celebrate on the sidelines after they won against CLC

Photo Gallery: COD Women’s Basketball Wins Buzzer Beater Over CLC

The College of Dupage women's basketball team came out with a 45-43 win thanks to Sarah Topps' three point shot.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
December 11, 2023
Men’s Basketball Falls to Lake County

Men’s Basketball Falls to Lake County

The Chaparrals fell short of a comeback against the Lancers despite cutting the lead to three points in the second half to fall to 5-3.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
December 11, 2023
Freshman forward Braylen Meredith goes up for a dunk to give COD momentum.

Men’s Basketball’s Late Turnovers Leads to Loss Against Daley College

The Chaparrals’ costly turnovers and foul trouble late in the fourth quarter led to their fall against the Bulldogs in a 66-59 loss.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
November 13, 2023
Sophomore guard Iwiyisi Osaghae drives to the basket give COD two points.

Women’s Basketball Dominates on Defense Against Daley College to Win Season Opener

The Chaparrals cruised past the Bulldogs after limiting their offense to only 19 points the entire game to win in a 67-19 blowout.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
November 13, 2023
Photo provided by COD Athletics

Coach of the Week: Abby Talley

An exclusive interview with Abby Talley whose winning first season and being named coach of the year earned her a spot as Coach of the Week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
July 3, 2023
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