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Comet Forward Anthony Maytum (right) runs to midfield to celebrate with his teammates after scoring a goal in stoppage time during CCC’s 1-0 win against Napa Valley College at the Soccer Field on Thursday.

Stoppage time goal clinches win, title

By Lorenzo Morotti, Associate Editor November 17, 2016

The lone goal scored in the game, during stoppage time, was enough for the Contra Costa College men’s soccer team to defeat Napa Valley College 1-0 to seal its third consecutive playoff berth and win...

Ram defensive back Deante Fortenberry (24) tips a pass in the end zone away from Comet receiver Marquis Pippins (81) during CCC’s 19-14 loss to City College of San Francisco at Comet Stadium on Saturday.

Defensive lapses define loss

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor November 17, 2016

The football team missed an opportunity to finish with a share of second place in the Bay 6 Conference after giving up a game-winning touchdown in the closing minutes of Saturday’s 19-14 loss to City...

Champs regroup, out pace opponents

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor November 16, 2016

Last year, the women’s basketball team finished in first place in the Bay Valley Conference (21-10 overall, 11-1 in the BVC) earning a No. 13 seed in the NorCal Regional Playoffs in the process. This...

Team celebrates sophomore players, earns 3-1 defeat

By Jaleel Perry, Advocate Staff November 16, 2016

The volleyball team lost its last home game of the season 3-0 against Yuba College (6-10 overall and 5-6 in the Bay Valley Conference) on Nov. 9. Although they lost, the Comets held their heads high and...

Title within reach after road sweep

By Lorenzo Morotti, Associate Editor November 9, 2016

The men’s soccer team won its final two road games of the season to secure first or second place in the Bay Valley Conference standing with two home matches left to play. Contra Costa College (6-1-1...

Comet running back Maurell Robinson rushes to gain yardage during CCC’s win against Diablo Valley College at Viking Field in Pleasant Hill on Friday.

Comets defeat rival with defense, heart

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor November 9, 2016

PLEASANT HILL — After sharing a 7-7 tie at the half with intra-district rival Diablo Valley College, the Contra Costa College football team found its offensive stride and its defensive identity by putting...

Sloppy win helps keep Comets tied for first

Sloppy win helps keep Comets tied for first

By Efrain Valdez, Advocate Staff November 3, 2016

The men’s soccer team (8-7-2 overall) beat Merritt College (3-8-4 overall) 2-1 Friday on the Soccer Field to extend its Bay Valley Conference winning streak to four games. The Comets scored an early...

Outside hitter Alejandra Galvez plans to study software 
engineering after discovering a passion for computer programming and coding.

‘Foundation’ fortifies, lays out future career

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor November 3, 2016

Nineteen years ago a young couple from Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico decided that the best way to ensure their daughter had the brightest future was to make the 1,900 mile trek to the Bay Area, settle down,...

Comets recover to register first Bay 6 victory

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor November 3, 2016

CUPERTINO — After losing its first two games in the Bay 6 Conference, the football team re-discovered its formula for success by mixing a tough rushing offense with a stout defense to hold on for a 29-22...

Lack of empathy disrespects all Native Americans

Lack of empathy disrespects all Native Americans

By Robert Clinton, Opinion Editor November 3, 2016

This week on television, feathered headdresses and face paint accompanied the beating of war drums in a show of solidarity against an outside invader intent on denigrating historically sacred soil, the...

Comets hold onto winning streak

October 29, 2016

Contra Costa College Comets soccer team defeated Merritt College Thunderbirds 2-1 on Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. Comets continue to hold winning streak since beginning of season.

Comet strong safety Rodney Washington was named to the American Pacific 7 All-Conference defensive first team in 2015.

Re-defining objectives after heartbreak, loss

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor October 21, 2016

Some people don’t get to choose their destiny; it is a decision that is made for them by a coach or parent. But the thing about destiny is, when it’s the right path you can feel it. Comet strong safety...

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