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
The womens basketball team celebrated Black History Month with matching t-shirts against SSC.

Electric Second Half Allows Women’s Basketball to Cruise To Victory

After struggling to find its offensive rhythm in the first half, the Chaparrals came out strong in the second half to win 76-39 against South Suburban.
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
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
CODs bench sprints towards sophomore Sarah Topps after hitting the game-winning three-pointer.

Women’s Basketball Buzzer-Beater Thriller Leads to Win Over Lake County

The Chaparrals avoided a loss after Sarah Topps scored a spectacular three-point game winner to secure a 45-43 win over the Lancers.
Adam Belmares, Sports Writer
December 11, 2023
The COD mens basketball team signals a three pointer after they scored.

Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Basketball Takes Win Over Aurora JV

The COD men’s basketball defeated Aurora University JV.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
December 4, 2023
Assistant coach Jordan Heberg and head coach Abigail Talley high five after the team won against Triton.

Photo Gallery: COD Women’s Basketball Triumphs over Triton

The COD women’s basketball team came out with a 76-57 win against Triton College.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
December 4, 2023
Freshman forward Alecio Bonner tips off the ball towards his teammate.

Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Basketball Wins First Home Game

Chaparral men's basketball team defeated Judson University JV 88-53.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
November 6, 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
photo provided by COD Athletics

Athlete of the week: Matt Elliott

An exclusive interview with Matt Elliott, whose national ranking in blocked shots earned him the spot of athlete of the week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
February 20, 2023
Photo provided by COD Athletic Department

Athlete of the Week Katlyn Allen

An exclusive interview with Katlyn Allen whose hard work returning from a major injury earned her the spot of athlete of the week.
Lily Goodfellow, Sports Writer
February 13, 2023
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