By Brianna Vaca, Staff Reporter Proper nutrition is important for everyone, but essential for college student-athletes who hope to play at their best. Practice makes perfect, but without the right fuel, the time and effort students-athletes put into honing their craft is only half the battle. “The demand on the body for a student-athlete is […]
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Toros football a Band-Aid for budget woes
By Deshawn Pouper, Staff Reporter We all know California State University is facing a budget crisis. From a financial standpoint, University administrators are bracing for a rough couple of years. In an email sent to Toros this past July, CSUDH President Thomas A. Parham said Dominguez Hills was “not on strong financial footing.” Further, he […]
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Toros softball: all in the family
By Deshawn Pouper, Staff Reporter In the world of sports, there’s something special about watching family relationships play out in real time, especially when the relationship is particularly close. Take Los Angeles Lakers all-star Lebron James and his son, Lakers rookie Lebron “Bronny” James, Jr. Bronny has practically grown up in NBA locker rooms, and […]
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Toros, Coyotes square-off in stadium showdown
By Alizah Salazar & Viri Garcia Gallardo, Staff Reporters The stadium showdown against CSU-San Bernardino at Dignity Health Sports Park on Oct. 17 may have ended in draws for Toro men’s and women’s soccer teams, but there was still plenty to celebrate before and after the games. The afternoon started with Brooke Bailey, the sister […]
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Advisory council fosters community among Toro athletes
By Stephinie Phan, Art Director For many students, finding community on campus is an essential aspect of the college experience. Campus clubs and organizations not only offer opportunities for students to further their interests, but also foster a sense of belonging and purpose. At a commuter school like CSUDH, connecting with other people over similar […]