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Sophomore leads squad from mound

Work ethic lands pitcher starting spot in rotation

Playing time was hard to come by in 2011, but Matthias Westfall’s offseason diligence earned him a spot on the baseball team’s 2012 starting rotation and the admiration of his coach. Full story

Athletes celebrate academic success

Squad honored for scholarships, grades

When Malcolm Ajayi was recruited to Contra Costa College, he could not take to the gridiron right away because his grades were too low.Two years later, the Sacramento High School graduate has earned a full scholarship to Prairie View A&M University in Houston, Texas. Full story

Coaching staffs manage busy offseason

Volleyball team seeks newcomers, health

Improving this offseason is key for volleyball coach Zach Shrieve. Full story

Assistant coach returns to hometown

Former NFL prospect offers helping hand

Thomas Byrd, the former Boise State University center and San Pablo resident is currently helping coach the team’s offensive line in the offseason. Full story

Johnson defines Comet tradition

Many coaches on staff at Contra Costa College have a prior connection to the campus and community. Full story

Sport dreams washed away by realization

For some of us who do not play sports any more, we tend to believe we can go back out on the playing field and pick up where we left off from our high school playing days. Full story

Renovations make bleachers accessible

Nearly $35,000 is being invested in the renovation of the visitor’s side of the bleachers at Comet Stadium, adding a ramp for  fans and students with disabilities. Full story

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Solid defense assists team in road triumph

the Contra Costa College softball team played clean games, minimizing mistakes in both of the 9-4 and 6-4 wins in Thursday’s doubleheader at Mendocino College.

CCC softball squad looks to generate winning reputation

For the 2012 season, Contra Costa College looks to erase its losing ways through the efforts of its new coach Otis Yelverton, along with the squad's mix of veteran and freshman players.

Winter, spring teams change perceptions

The men's basketball team earned a spot in the Regional Tournament and advanced to the second round. Its season ended ugly, however, losing 95-60 to No. 1-seeded City College of San Francisco.

Comets envision team chemistry, playoff success

The 2012 Comet baseball team can learn a lot from last year's Contra Costa College squad. After winning more games in 2011 than the previous two seasons combined, the squad is hoping to continue on its recent success.

Lax defensive effort leads to double loss

Runs were plentiful on the softball field, but the Comets still lost a pair of games as errors led to the downfall of the team, 20-8 and 11-9, respectively, against Chabot College on Feb 18.