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Comet’s defense muffles T-Bird offensive barrage

By Lorenzo Morotti, Editor-in-Chief Nov 9, 2014

OAKLAND-The men’s soccer team relied on the stability and work rate of its defense to nearly escape a loss against a threatening Thunderbird offensive at Merritt College on Friday. Contra Costa College...

Comets maintain lead over Knights, earn first place in PAC 7

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Nov 5, 2014

The quest for 50 points continues after the Comets beat the Knights 44-27 to win the battle for first place in the Pac 7 at Comet Stadium on Saturday. Contra Costa College (7-1 overall, 4-0 in the...

Comets dominate Eagles in three straight sets

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Nov 5, 2014

Crisp passing, mixed with a strong backcourt defense, controlled extended volleys that eventually translated into the Comets' volleyball team sweeping Laney College 25-20, 25-18, and 25-18 at the Gymnasium...

Women’s soccer squad fall to Mustangs

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Nov 5, 2014

The defensive focused women's soccer team  failed to contain their conference rival’s crosses into the penalty area or escape a shutout due to sustaining two in game injuries. The Mustang’s unleashed...

Comet midfielder Jesus Villagrana takes a shot from 30 yards out during CCC’s 3-0 win over Yuba College at the Soccer Field on Oct. 21.

Comets win second straight, shut out 49ers

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Oct 29, 2014

The geese almost instinctively cleared the Soccer Field minutes before play began, as if it were a forgone conclusion that shots would be sprayed from all corners of the field. Offense was on display...

Falcons find holes in backline

Falcons find holes in backline

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Oct 29, 2014

Coach Amanda Beckenhauer took a more hands-on approach to prepare her goalie for the Comets’ second unsuccessful crack at taking out Folsom Lake College’s (13-3 overall, 8-0 in the Bay Valley Conference)...

Rushing attack too much for Corsairs

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Oct 29, 2014

EUREKA — The Contra Costa College football team ramped up its rushing attack, outgaining the College of the Redwoods (2-5 overall, 1-3 in the Pacific 7) on the ground by 221 yards, overcoming soggy conditions,...

Comet outside hitter Rachelle Cuevas (left) spikes the ball past Cougar middle blocker Nadia Bedard (right) during CCC’s loss to College of Alameda in the Gymnasium on Friday.

Cougars outlast Comets

By Jason Sykes, Staff Writer Oct 29, 2014

The College of Alameda volleyball team (4-15 overall, 3-6 in the Bay Valley Conference) defeated host Contra Costa College in straight sets 25-12, 25-19 and 25-19, making it five consecutive defeats for...

Overcoming obstacles a driving force to success

By Jason Sykes, Staff Writer Oct 24, 2014

Some people have a knack for overcoming obstacles and using life experiences as motivation to get better. While living in the United States for only three years, Valeria Avila has wasted no time beginning...

Comets remain unbeaten in PAC-7

Comets remain unbeaten in PAC-7

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Oct 24, 2014

The Comet football team returned from its bye week to successfully extend a three-game winning streak, knocking off Yuba College (3-3 overall, 2-1 in the Pacific 7 Conference) 48-21 Saturday afternoon...

Diverse campus offers comfort to 17-year-old soccer player

Diverse campus offers comfort to 17-year-old soccer player

By Robert Clinton, Sports Editor Oct 24, 2014

Being a new face in a new school is a challenge for any student. But 17-year-old Comet defender Taheerah Brewer is comfortable knowing there are not many people like her. Brewer was born in Vallejo but...

Team edges Marin in shutout

Team edges Marin in shutout

By Lorenzo Morotti, editor-in-chief Oct 24, 2014

KENTFIELD — The Comets smuggled a win out of the College of Marin after scoring a lone goal and containing a frantic Mariner offensive during the final minutes of play on Friday. Contra Costa College...

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