The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

Sports

Photo provided by Mens LAX at CSUSM.

Reflection of year shows future promise

April 24, 2014

By: Alan Albino As the lacrosse season comes to an end, the Cougars are sitting confident in the ability of the program to progress throughout its future. Having established a competitive team in only three years of official competition, the CSUSM men’s lacrosse team could be bringing home a championship...

Surf team gearing up for nationals

Surf team gearing up for nationals

April 24, 2014

By: Shaina Pardo This year’s surf team has been in five surf competitions ranging from Blacks Beach San Diego to C street in Ventura. As always, the team is loaded with talent and is ready to have a heavy presence at nationals. Top surfers include Kyle Marre, Taylor Divine and Alexa Dilley who...

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Baseball aggressively turns 180 degrees

April 24, 2014

By: Resty Grey CSUSM baseball has bounced back after a rocky start on the season. Cougars opened 2 - 8, but since Feb. 15 the team has improved to 27-15. "It only took a few games before losing got old,” said second baseman, Terrence Buchanan. “We got hungry and had big shoes to fill after last...

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Lady Cougar’s keep on winning

April 15, 2014
With a 31-5-1 record, they have been racking up wins all seasons long and nothing seems to be slowing them down.
The trails at the Batiquitos Lagoon by Ali Seagle.

Get Out! Batiquitos Lagoon

April 15, 2014
Nestled between Carlsbad and Encinitas, the Batiquitos Lagoon offers home to many birds, fish and other wildlife as tides sneak in and out of the lagoon under Interstate 5.
Picture of Paleo meal.

Heart beat: Paleo diet

April 15, 2014
This modern nutritional plan suggests that you’ll be leaner and reduce your risk for diabetes, heart disease and cancer.
Womens basketball crown. Photo provided by CSUSM athletics.

Young team turns around season

April 15, 2014
CSUSM Women’s Basketball team finishes the season under .500 but they take home their first A.I.I. Division 1 Championship title.
One of Cabrillos many wonderful views. Photo provided by Ali Seagle.

Get Out! Cabrillo & Tide Pools

March 27, 2014
Nestled at the end of Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument and the many great trails that surround it offer terrific views of San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Dr. Ed Balians book on the mental side of golf. Photo provided by Dr. Balian.

Dr. Ed Balian knows importance of good mental game

March 27, 2014
Mastering the difficult game of golf can offer a large advantage in the world of business, but becoming aware of the mental side of it can provide an even greater one.
Yogurt is a good source of probiotics. Photo provided by Rachel Gallego.

Heart Beat: Benefits of probiotics for health and fitness

March 27, 2014
Probiotics, also known as “good” bacteria, are live microorganisms that inhabit our bodies naturally.
Cougars in one of their races. Photo provided by Pink Shorts Photography.

Cycling club gaining momentum

March 27, 2014
If you love to ride your bike, you may enjoy working out with your fellow Cougars of the CSUSM Cycling and Triathlon Club.
Photo of Strickland by the CSUSM Athletics Department. Visit www.csusmcougars.com

CSUSM files NCAA DII application, plans for new gym

March 11, 2014
CSUSM athletics has come a long way since its inception in 1998 with three original teams. The program now boasts 13 teams, 24 conference championships and three national titles.
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