THE ROADRUNNER

Butte Basketball’s Bright Future

Exclusive interview with Coach Phillip Thomas of Butte College's Women's Basketball Team following a successful first season

Daniel O’Hara, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025

As the book closed on another successful season for Butte College’s Women’s basketball team, I spoke to Coach Phillip Thomas about how he found his first season in charge, some of the key moments that...

Liverpool’s title procession continues while Southampton misery is compounded

A review of a pivotal weekend in the English Premier League

Daniel O’Hara, Staff Writer • February 28, 2025

A review of a pivotal weekend in the English Premier League

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Soccer Team Creates History

Men's Soccer Team defy expectations in reaching State Final

Daniel O’Hara, Staff Writer • February 17, 2025

Men's Soccer Team defy expectations in reaching State Final

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The Six Nations: One of Rugby’s Premier Competitions

The world's most athletically demanding sport hits the international stage once more.

Daniel O’Hara, Staff Writer • February 10, 2025

The Six Nations Championship is the flagship rugby competition in the Northern Hemisphere, boasting a rich history since the inaugural tournament took place in 1883. Six powerhouses of international...

Super Bowl 2025: Who will Play, Perform and More

On Sunday, Feb. 9, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will battle for the grand prize at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, with the historic presence of Kendrick Lamar, Donald Trump, Messi and more.

Carlos Ayala, Staff Writer • February 9, 2025

The 59th edition of the Super Bowl is fast approaching, making history and defining a year that has left us with great stories and emotions. The Kansas City Chiefs arrive as the current two-time champions...

The 49ers’ Season is Officially Over

With a packed NFC wild card, the 49ers likely sealed their fate in their 12-6 loss to the Rams on Thursday Night Football.

Garrett Breedon, Sports Editor • December 14, 2024

The 49ers lost a low-scoring game rain-game to the Los Angeles Rams at home in Levi’s Stadium. The story of the matchup was the 49ers' inability to find rhythm on offense and score in the red zone. However,...

Is There Still Hope for the 49ers?

The battered and bruised 49ers sit at 5-7 with five regular season games left to play. Will they rise to the occasion and fight for a playoff spot? Or is this season already down the drain?

Garrett Breedon, Sports Editor • December 6, 2024

The 49ers’ playoff hopes are quickly dwindling, and it’s going to take a monumental turnaround for them to make the playoffs. Coming off a devastating 35-10 loss to Buffalo, the Niners have an 8.5%...

It’s Time For Botafogo

Down to 10 men within the first 40 seconds, Botafogo defied all odds to secure their first-ever Copa Libertadores title in epic fashion.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • December 3, 2024

After years of waiting, dreaming, and working toward eternal glory, on December 30, 2024, Botafogo finally fulfilled its destiny and won la bendita Copa Libertadores! The showdown, which took place...

The Precipice of Immortality: Botafogo’s Pursuit of Eternal Glory

With the stars aligned and the clock striking now, Botafogo is living a moment that could define their 130-year history. Tuesday’s victory against Palmeiras was the beginning. Now, all eyes turn to Buenos Aires as Botafogo chases eternal glory.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • November 28, 2024

Time. Time is everything. Time is how we keep track of the future and how we keep tabs on the past. Time, in many ways, is one of the most crucial things embedded within the human condition,...

Are The Dubs Back?

The new-look Warriors are off to an 11-4 start and sit atop the Western Conference. Much of this success can be attributed to their bench scoring.

Garrett Breedon, Sports Editor • November 25, 2024

The Golden State Warriors are off to their hottest start to a season since their 2021-22 championship campaign. A true core has led the dominant Warriors teams of the past. Steph Curry, Klay Thompson,...

Climbing Walls and Breaking Barriers – The Story of Gavin Albright

In this exclusive article, champion climber and transgender icon Gavin Albright opens up about their life, challenges, and the future of inclusivity in the competitive climbing world.

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor-in-Chief • November 11, 2024

Gavin Albright is a 20-year-old competitive climber from Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Climbing since the age of eight, Gavin has grown to become one of the top athletes in their field. Albright’s athletic...

Roadrunners Look to Finish Out Season Strong

Coming off a devastating 31-30 loss to rival American River, Butte needs to finish the season strong in order to make the playoffs.

Garrett Breedon, Sports Editor • November 4, 2024

In their matchup against American River, Butte started out strong building a 21-10 lead heading into the second half. The Roadrunners maintained a strong lead throughout the 3rd quarter as well. Unfortunately,...