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Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R

by NorCal Community Newspapers

Interviews with the top athletes in Butte County, California, featured each week in the Chico Enterprise-Record newspaper.

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  1. Freshman Hailey Kagle keeps getting better for Orland wrestling

    Orland High freshman Hailey Kagle has improved throughout the year in her first season wrestling. Kagle has gone from not placing at tournaments to now finishing in first place.

  2. Chico senior wrestler Rieker Pineda displays toughness on and off the mat

    In the words of his Chico High wrestling coaches, Rieker Pineda has been through hell and back. Pineda has dealt with difficult dynamics at home for much of his life. At times, it has affected the mental side of his approach to wrestling since taking up the sport in seventh grade. During his…

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  3. Bella Snider's leadership vital for Chico girls soccer team

    Senior midfielder Bella Snider has a commanding presence for the Chico High girls soccer team. She's developed into a leader for the Panthers as they make a push for an EAL title.

  4. Pleasant Valley's Andy Khalil progresses into full-time starter

    The expectations for Andy Khalil were fairly high when he joined the Pleasant Valley High boys soccer team last season as a junior. Khalil had his moments for the Vikings during the season as they advanced to the CIF Northern California Regional semifinals. At other times though, Khalil felt the...

  5. Gridley’s Tony Murillo performs as an all-around point guard

    As the Bulldogs’ starting point guard, Tony Murillo has to find a balance between looking for his own shot and getting those around him involved. “If I’m open I’m going to take my shot, but if I’m not I’m going to make the right play and get my teammates involved,” Murillo said. “I’m not very...

  6. Melody Elwood's intense play powers Durham girls basketball team

    Durham High senior Melody Elwood can be a force in the post. Elwood has loved basketball since the sixth grade and has helped Durham to an unblemished MVL mark.

  7. Tyler Dolan gets buckets for Oroville boys basketball team

    Senior Tyler Dolan has settled in as a main shooter for the Oroville High boys basketball team.

  8. Amber Kurth's work ethic powers Orland girls soccer team

    Between school, extracurricular activities, such as FFA, and playing three sports, Amber Kurth has to manage her time wisely throughout the year. But she wouldn’t have it any other way. “She’s one of our farm girls,” Orland coach Tim Milhorn said, “and I’ll tell you what… the farm girls on our...

  9. Madi Gray's intellect, intangibles are vital to Pleasant Valley volleyball team

    Madi Gray talks about working her way up the Pleasant Valley varsity team's roster as a four-year senior, singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" before most home matches, and the Vikings' 34-1 season thus far.

  10. Hard work continues to pay off for Chico High's Abe Del Real

    Chico High wide receiver Abe Del Real was determined to be faster and stronger coming into his senior year. The senior has been one of the Panthers' most dominant weapons as Chico heads into the postseason.

  11. Pleasant Valley’s David Cheng channels team spirit into wins

    Senior swimmer David Cheng has found success thanks to the supportive environment provided by his teammates. Outside of the pool, Cheng values volunteering and music.

  12. Mental toughness carries Ally Richelieu into Division I finals

    Chico High's Ally Richelieu is still fairly new to the game of tennis. But the junior Panther has been able to establish a mental edge to help carry her in the postseason.

  13. Makenna Joyce unleashes for Pleasant Valley volleyball

    Makenna Joyce has always been a natural leader since her freshman year. Each season, the Pleasant Valley volleyball player has learned to thrive in the fast-paced, quick tempo Vikings offense.

  14. Fullback, linebacker and homecoming king — Beni Martinez does a lot for Orland football

    Before he carved out a crucial role in the Orland football team's backfield, the Trojans couldn't even find a proper spot for Beni Martinez on offense. The reason he didn't get many opportunities on offense had nothing to do with a lack of talent, but rather, Orland's scheme not meshing his skill...

  15. Katy Cotter continues to lead for Las Plumas tennis team

    Las Plumas High tennis player Katy Cotter doesn't seem to crack under the pressure. It's one of the many strengths the senior Thunderbird has relied on as being the No. 1 singles player.

  16. Durham football leans on Dominic Tovar as a playmaker

    Dominic Tovar has emerged as one of Durham's most valuable playmakers at a time when the team very much needed it. Described by coaches as a quiet, positive leader, Tovar, a running back and defensive back, is off to a fast start in his junior year — his first full season on varsity. Check out…

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  17. Sophie Sims off to a quick start for Chico cross-country team

    In her young career as a distance runner, Chico High sophomore Sophie Sims has already leapfrogged much of the competition during races. She's already accomplished a feat former Chico High standout Hannah Dillard accomplished and she's in pursuit of achieving more accolades throughout the season.

  18. Lineman Logan Williams unites Oroville High football team

    The Oroville High football team has scored at least 30 points in each of its first four games. Its offensive line, in particular, left tackle Logan Williams, deserves a lot of the credit. A two-year varsity starter, Williams has developed into a vital piece of the offense and a trusted voice in…

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  19. Marisela Trenado-Alba steps up as a senior for Hamilton volleyball team

    Marisela Trenado-Alba only tried out for volleyball as a freshman after she didn't make the cheer team. It turned out to be a blessing in disguise. A four-year varsity player, Trenado-Alba, has taken on more responsibilities as senior, particularly after teammate Morgan Avrit sufferred a...

  20. Lukas Hartley leads Paradise football to undefeated start

    Lukas Hartley is a senior do-it-all running back for the Paradise football team, which has started the season winning four straight. Full story at https://www.chicoer.com/tag/prep-athlete-of-the-week/.

  21. Melia Bainbridge powers Chico High field hockey with unmatched energy

    Melia Bainbridge covers more ground than most, from setting up teammates, taking shots on goal, and being featured on offensive and defensive short corners. Full story here:...

  22. Shavon Gramps-Green shines for Biggs football

    As the Biggs High football team battled with Los Molinos in a game on Sept. 13, Shavon Gramps-Green just rolled with the tackles. Full story here: https://www.chicoer.com/2019/09/19/shavon-gramps-green-shines-for-biggs-football-team-prep-athlete-of-the-week/

About this show

Interviews with the top athletes in Butte County, California, featured each week in the Chico Enterprise-Record newspaper.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R have?

Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R has 22 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on February 13, 2020.

What is Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R about?

Interviews with the top athletes in Butte County, California, featured each week in the Chico Enterprise-Record newspaper.

How often does Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R release new episodes?

Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R publishes weekly, based on its 22 episodes since September 2019.

Who hosts Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R?

Prep Athlete of the Week — Chico E-R is created and hosted by NorCal Community Newspapers.
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