THE ROADRUNNER

Butte’s Field, Butte’s Game : Lady Roadrunners Dominate Sacramento City and Get First Win of the Season

The Lady Roadrunners delivered their most complete performance yet, dominating and outplaying Sacramento City. With standout preformances from Kennedy Greenfield, Mackenzie Leeds, and Genevieve Rosas, Butte walked away from their third home game with a well-deserved 2-0 victory over the Panthers.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula and Ashley Peterson • September 4, 2024

This past Tuesday, September 3, the Butte College Lady Roadrunners soccer team faced off against Sacramento City in what would mark their fourth game of the season. Out of the three games played so...

The Gospel of Hypocrisy : How the Right Misuses Jesus

The conservative right often wraps itself in Christianity to gain votes, when in reality their agenda is the antithesis of what Jesus taught. Let’s explore Kristofferson's song “Jesus Was a Capricorn” and how it relates to all the many ways that the American political right wrongly uses the name of Christ.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • September 3, 2024

In 1972, Kris Kristofferson released his fourth studio album titled Jesus Was a Capricorn. Within this album was a song by the same name, and this song, even over 50 years later, still packs a strong punch...

Alpha Chi: The Sorority That Welcomes Butte Students with Open Arms

Discover the unique opportunity Alpha Chi offers Butte College students. Learn about their history, philanthropic efforts, and upcoming events. Plus, hear directly from the sorority’s President and Vice President about what makes Alpha Chi truly special.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 28, 2024

For many Butte students, Greek life can seem like a private club, reserved only for those at Chico State. It’s a world that often seems just out of reach for Roadrunners. But at Alpha Chi, that’s not...

Roadrunners’ home opener spoiled by Cosumnes River’s late goal and controversial refereeing decisions

Despite a solid defensive performance from Manny and Elias, Butte College’s men’s soccer team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat in their first home game of the season. In a match filled with controversial referee decisions and missed opportunities, the Roadrunners will now regroup and refocus as they continue to seek their first win

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 28, 2024

On August 27, Butte College’s men’s soccer team took the field against Cosumnes River in what was the Roadrunners’ first home game of the season. The match, played at our very own soccer field...

The Glorious Exorcism at The Allianz

In a match that mirrored their darkest hour, Botafogo proved they are no longer a team that concedes last-minute winners. The game played in São Paulo had everything—drama, tension, and in the end, redemption. In this article, we will explore and analyze the ins and outs of the thrilling match between the Glorious and the Alviverde. A game that will go down in history as one of the most exhilarating showdowns that the Libertadores has ever seen.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 23, 2024

According to the Cambridge Dictionary, “exorcism” describes the process through which prayers or magic are used to force an evil spirit to leave a person or place. And I don’t think any other word...

4-1 and Done: Botafogo Humiliate Flamengo at Nilton Santos

The Glorious deliver a masterclass performance in ruthless fashion and leave the rubro negro in the dust

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 18, 2024

Today, August 18, 2024, marks a historic day in Botafogo history as the team, led by coach Arthur Jorge, beat Flamengo 4-1 at the Nilton Santos Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The match, valid for the...

When Fear Met Fire: Botafogo’s Phoenix-Like Revival

In a dramatic first-leg showdown, against the backdrop of last year’s heartbreak, Botafogo faced Palmeiras with one mission: to rewrite history. The game was about much more than just winning—it was about redemption. As Botafogo confronted the ghosts of last season's collapse, their eventual triumph became a powerful symbol of resilience and an homage to the poetic beauty of a loser who never gives up.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 16, 2024

On August 14, 2024, I had the phenomenal opportunity to be at the Nilton Santos Olympic Stadium to watch the Round of 16 first-leg match between Botafogo and Palmeiras. The game, widely regarded as...

Be a Home Fan with HomeFans

This article explores how HomeFans connects travelers with locals for authentic, immersive sports experiences. I’ll share what HomeFans is all about and my personal experience using it to attend a Botafogo match in Rio.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 16, 2024

When it comes to traveling, there are usually two ways to go about it. You can take the traditional route, visiting the famous, crowded spots, snapping the same photos as everyone else, and coming...

BUFF 2024 Updates

The Butte Film Festival is coming! With new dates and a new venue, the event plans to become Northern California's top student film festival.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 12, 2024

The 2024 Butte Film Festival is approaching, and with that, we announce multiple changes in the festival’s programming that have been made. As per multiple reports here on The Roadrunner, the event...

Martin Braithwaite’s Crazy Grêmio Debute

From an own goal to a match-winning performance, the Danish striker had a debut that was nothing short of unforgettable. Brought to fill the massive shoes of Luis Suárez, Braithwaite proved he’s not just here to replace the legend—he’s here to create his own.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 11, 2024

Yesterday, August 10, Grêmio played Cuiabá in a match valid for the twenty-second round of the Brazilian league. The game, played at the iconic Arena Pantanal in Cuiabá, Brazil, held great significance...

The Night VAR Stole the Show: Bahia’s Controversial Win Over Botafogo

In the second leg of the Brazilian Cup's round of 16, Bahia hosted Botafogo at the Fonte Nova Stadium. The match began as a thrilling encounter, but a VAR-decided red card for Botafogo disrupted the game's flow and killed what was being a beautiful display of football.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 7, 2024

Today, August 7, 2024, Bahia took on Botafogo in a match valid for the second leg of the Brazilian Cup's round of 16. The game played at Bahia's home stadium, the Fonte Nova Stadium, was the continuation...

Sometimes Goliath Wins: USA Dominates Brazil in Olympic Basketball Quarterfinals

The United States men’s basketball team secured a decisive 122-87 victory over Brazil today in Paris, France. Despite a competitive start, Brazil wasn’t able to maintain momentum, and soon team USA’s power squad turned the match into a landslide. The game was a perfect example not only of how superior the American basketball team is in comparison to Brazil but also had beautifully poetic reflections on life itself, showing the virtue in courage and resilience, even when facing an impossible challenge.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief • August 6, 2024

Today, August 6, 2024, the United States took the court and faced off against Brazil in the quarterfinals for the men’s Olympic basketball tournament. The match was a landslide victory for the...