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The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

Men's 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
COD Men’s Basketball Triumphs Over Oakton

COD Men’s Basketball Triumphs Over Oakton

The Chaparrals played well collectively to get a win over the Owls.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
December 28, 2023
COD Men’s Basketball Takes Down Prairie State

COD Men’s Basketball Takes Down Prairie State

The Chaparrals made a hard offensive push in overtime against the Pioneers to beat them for the second time this season.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
December 21, 2023
Meredith Breaks School Record in Chaparral Men’s Basketball Victory

Meredith Breaks School Record in Chaparral Men’s Basketball Victory

COD connected after two consecutive losses and took down the Eagles.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
December 16, 2023
Chaparral Men’s Basketball Loses to Scots

Chaparral Men’s Basketball Loses to Scots

COD couldn’t close the gap against McHenry County College.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
December 14, 2023
COD Basketball Flies into Division II

COD Basketball Flies into Division II

After triumphant seasons from both the men’s and women’s basketball teams, coaches and players speak on how moving up to Division II will shape this season.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
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
COD Men’s Basketball Pushes Past Aurora University JV

COD Men’s Basketball Pushes Past Aurora University JV

The Chaparrals found their rhythm on both offense and defense to secure their third consecutive win.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
November 30, 2023
Chaparral Men’s Basketball Triumphs Over Eagles in Comeback Win

Chaparral Men’s Basketball Triumphs Over Eagles in Comeback Win

After being down through part of the first half, COD found momentum and beat Benedictine JV.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
November 20, 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
COD Men’s Basketball Soars Over Eagles in Season Opener

COD Men’s Basketball Soars Over Eagles in Season Opener

The Chaparrals secured their first win of the season as a Division II team against Judson JV.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
November 6, 2023
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