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Sophomore Ernest Temple runs towards the outside to score a touchdown.

Chaps Football Relentless Defense Leads to 50-0 Win

The defending NJCAA DIII champions cruised past Community Christian with a 50-0 win after holding the Lions scoreless and finding their offensive rhythm early in the game.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
September 16, 2024
The COD defense celebrates after making a tackle.

COD Cruises Past Ellsworth to Win Season-Opener

The defending NJCAA DIII champions returned to the field on Aug. 22 to defeat the Panthers 48-13 after an explosive first-half performance.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
August 26, 2024
COD Football Completes Three-Peat for First Time in JUCO Football History

COD Football Completes Three-Peat for First Time in JUCO Football History

The Chaparrals conclude their 2022-2023 season as NJCAA Division III Champions for the third consecutive season.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
December 4, 2023
COD Bounces Back From Early Deficit to Defeat Aurora in Blowout Win

COD Bounces Back From Early Deficit to Defeat Aurora in Blowout Win

The Chaparrals overcame a 13-point deficit after utilizing their successful running game to secure a dominating 48-19 victory.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
October 22, 2023
COD Bounces Back From Early Deficit to Defeat Aurora in Blowout Win

COD Bounces Back From Early Deficit to Defeat Aurora in Blowout Win

The Chaparrals overcame a 13-point deficit after utilizing their successful running game to secure a dominating 48-19 victory.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
October 16, 2023
Sophomore running back Jaden McGill runs into the endzone for a touchdown.

Photo Gallery: COD Football Finishes Strong Against Aurora University JV

COD football defeated Aurora University's JV team 48-19 after a 13 point deficit.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
October 16, 2023
Photo provided by COD Athletics

Athlete of the Week: Riley Dravet

An exclusive interview with Riley Dravet whose performance on the men’s football team earned him a spot for athlete of the week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
October 16, 2023
Freshman punt returner Madixx Morris makes a 67-yard return leading to a touchdown by sophomore quarterback Robert Brazziel.

Photo Gallery: First Football Home Game

The Chaps remain undefeated this season, taking their third win against Hocking College.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
September 11, 2023
Photo provided by COD Athletics.

Coach of the Week: Matthew Rahn

An exclusive interview with head football coach Matthew Rahn, who is the latest Coach of the Week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
August 21, 2023
Photo provided COD Athletics

Athletes of the Week: COD Chaparrals Football Team

Exclusive interviews with members of the football team and Coach Rahn, whose participation in a weightlifting program with athletes with disabilities has earned the entire team the title of Athletes of the Week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
March 6, 2023
The Chaparrals Triumph as Division III Football National Champions

The Chaparrals Triumph as Division III Football National Champions

The Chaparrals took down the Wildcats to become back-to-back NJCAA DIII National Champions.
Claire Valenti and Nick Karmia
December 5, 2022
Photo Gallery: COD Football Wins Second National Championship

Photo Gallery: COD Football Wins Second National Championship

COD football won their second consecutive National title on Dec. 3 against North Dakota State College of Science. Photos by Elizabeth Barbosa.
December 3, 2022
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