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Leaky Gymnasium roof damages floor

By Dylan Collier, Assistant Scene Editor March 1, 2017

A leak in the 60-year-old Gymnasium roof caused by the recent storms has caused water to flow beneath its wood floor Contra Costa College Buildings and Grounds Manager Bruce King said. “CCC is the oldest...

Team Wins final bvc game, misses playoffs

By Efrain Valdez, Social Media Editor March 1, 2017

The men’s basketball team (9-18 overall and 7-9 in the Bay Valley Conference) won its final game of the season at Merritt College Feb. 17, 99-79, after losing against Napa Valley College on Sophomore...

Habits affect health, wellness

By Julian Robinson, Advocate Staff March 1, 2017

Women’s health, by nature, is a complex issue and there are several factors that affect the overall health of women beyond eating habits. “One main factor is knowledge. Understanding about portion...

Assorted interests fuel pursuit of higher education

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor March 1, 2017

Many high school athletes dream of attending their favorite college directly after graduation, however the shifting reality of increased tuition coupled with the success junior college transfers have garnered...

Comet forward Keyauna Harrison shoots over Mariner forward Regan Andel during a Contra Costa College away win over College of Marin on Friday.

Comets win despite early turnovers

By Efrain Valdez, Social Media Editor February 14, 2017

KENTFIELD — The women’s basketball team used inspired defense and deadly outside shooting to sink the College of Marin (1-22 overall and 0-14 in the Bay Valley Conference) 71-44 here on Friday night. In...

Basketball team ends 6-game losing streak

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor February 14, 2017

The men’s basketball team (8-17 overall, 6-8 in the Bay Valley Conference) climbed back into the win column for the first time in nearly a month after snapping a six-game losing streak with a 70-47...

Merits of greatest modern athlete ignored

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor February 14, 2017

Black History Month, more than any of the other signature months, is a time for lists. Talk about the “first black this, greatest black that” simultaneously enlightens the public to feats of excellence...

Athletic department searches for football coach

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor February 14, 2017

Following the resignation and subsequent hiring of former football coach Alonzo Carter by San Jose State University, Athletic Director John Wade has named associate head coach Pat Henderson as the interim...

Squad secures win despite lack of substitutes

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor February 11, 2017
Team captures win with scrappy defensive effort
Comet infielder Zuleyma Higareda takes some swings during batting practice at the Softball Field on Feb. 8, 2016.

Squad, conference sees low participation

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor February 9, 2017
Players enthused about upcoming season despite low numbers
Comet guard Julian Robinson jumps into the air for a layup past 49ers center Taylor Galli during CCCs 85-71 loss to Yuba College at the Gymnasium on Friday

Team fails to maintain rhythm, lead

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor February 9, 2017

The Contra Costa College women’s basketball team was handed its second defeat in a row following a tumultuous game Friday against Yuba College in the Gymnasium. The Comets (12-12 overall, 7-5 in Bay...

Comet infielder Elijah Smith stretches out in a head-first slide, beating the throw back to first base during CCCs 21-6 loss to Diablo Valley College at the Baseball Field on Jan. 28. The Comets next home game is scheduled for Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. at the Baseball Field.

Hopes swell as strategy, talent merge on field

By Dylan Collier, Assistant Scene Editor February 9, 2017
Lack of scoring continues to plague team
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