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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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Student fitness buffs should avoid overtraining

September 12, 2013
In an effort to stay fit, students can end up overtraining in their workout routines.
Track star Heidi Swanson runs in a meet.

Athlete spotlight: Scholar and track star Heidi Swanson

September 12, 2013
Many students complain about not having time, but the bright and sweet Heidi Swanson holds a 3.7 grade point average, has two jobs and is a student athlete.
Athlete Spotlight: Golf captain Adam Loran

Athlete Spotlight: Golf captain Adam Loran

May 9, 2013

By Jessie Gambrell Staff Writer The CSUSM Men’s golf team has a star on their team. The team captain, Adam Loran has been on the team for his entire career at CSUSM and has been the captain for the past two years. His team, which just won their regional championships, and last year Loran himself...

The Heart Beat: College degree important for health, well-being and family

The Heart Beat: College degree important for health, well-being and family

May 9, 2013

Curtis Bovee Staff Writer Most people consider the main incentive of a college degree to be monetary; however, a college degree is worth more than the financial benefits. In a campus poll of students, 7 out of 10 students at CSUSM indicated that the number one reason they are striving for a college...

Kyle Secciani

Senior Standouts: 2013 sports year in review

May 9, 2013

2013 Year in Review: Senior Standouts Alex Franco Kyle Secciani, Center Fielder, Baseball: Kyle has been a starting outfielder for the CSUSM baseball all four years he has been on the team and is the program's all-time leader in runs, triples, walks and stolen bases, and also is in the top 10 of...

Sister showcases girls basketball phenom in student film

Sister showcases girls basketball phenom in student film

May 8, 2013

The Cougar Chronicle Staff On May 10, the Visual and Performing Arts Department will host its eighth annual CSUSM Student Media Festival, celebrating the work of students filmmakers on campus. Here’s a look at one of the films that is an official entry in the competition.   “Can Megan Dunk"...

GALLERY: NFL stars lead flag football youth program on campus

GALLERY: NFL stars lead flag football youth program on campus

May 1, 2013

Photos by Alex Franco Sports Editor On April 21, National Football League  touchdown leader James Jones of the Green Bay Packers and Chargers Hall of Famer Darren Bennett came to Cal State San Marcos to coach, inspire and play with youth athletes of NFL Flag Football San Diego. More than 400...

Lady Cougars softball coach Dave Williams

Softball coach Williams racks up 700th win with lady Cougars

April 26, 2013

By Alex Franco Sports Editor CSUSM head softball coach Dave Williams solidified his legacy in school history when he notched his 700th win as head coach for the school’s program. Williams reached the plateau when his third-ranked softball team thrashed Hope International 15-0 on April 13 in the...

Decathlon winner Strickland ranked as CSUSMs top athlete

Decathlon winner Strickland ranked as CSUSM’s top athlete

April 25, 2013

Alex Franco Sports Editor A record that has withstood seven years of trial and error is no more. CSUSM Junior Maurice Strickland from San Diego, has become the school’s “greatest athlete,” a title that has traditionally been given to decathlon winners since King Gustav V bestowed the honor upon...

CSUSM baseball

Seniors honored as baseball team splits series against Masters

April 25, 2013

Alex Franco Sports Editor It was Senior Day at CSUSM on Saturday, April 20, where the No. 11- ranked Cougar baseball team honored its nine graduating seniors. The team’s seniors include: Kody Sepulveda, Marcus Meraz, Steve Messner, James Dykstra, Mike Guadagnini, Kyle Secciani, Frank Charlton,...

The Heart Beat: Moderation essential with alcohol

The Heart Beat: Moderation essential with alcohol

April 25, 2013

Curtis Bovee Staff Writer According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are approximately 80,000 deaths attributable to excessive alcohol use in the U.S. each year.   In the U.S., a standard drink consists of 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. This amount is typically found in...

The Heart Beat: A study drug you want to avoid

The Heart Beat: A study drug you want to avoid

April 11, 2013

  Curtis Bovee Staff Writer   In 2009, America, representing roughly 4 percent of the world's population, produced 88 percent of the world's legal amphetamine, Adderall.    Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is a neurologically based behavior disorder characterized by the inability...

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