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The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A raucous crowd at Emirates Stadium cheers on the Arsenal Women's team, singing the fight song "North London Forever." The game ended in a tie with Manchester City, who came in second place in the Women's Super League (WSL) last year. Arsenal came in third place.

Arsenal W.F.C. Argues for Closing Sports Gender Pay Gap

Diego Cruz, London Reporter
October 29, 2024
Pitchers at all levels of baseball are being pushed beyond their limits to the point of injury, such as with SRJC pitcher Tony Suarez, who underwent Tommy John surgery and had to miss the second half of the 2024 baseball season.

Opinion: Baseball’s Arms Race is Killing the Sport

Oliver Kindt, Reporter
May 16, 2024
The Von Erich family seemed destined for greatness in the pro-wrestling world of the late 1970s and early '80s — until tragedy struck.

Movie Synopsis: “The Iron Claw”

Juan Botello-Martinez, Reporter
April 30, 2024
CM Punk returns to the WWE, but was it a good decision?

Sports Commentary: CM Punk returns to the WWE, but will his “Last Dance” sink or swim?

Juan Botello-Martinez, Reporter
December 11, 2023
Francis Ngannou with the UFC Title during a photoshoot for UFC 270.

Sports Commentary: Francis Ngannou broke the boxing system, and is Tyson Fury on the decline?

Juan Botello-Martinez, Reporter
December 11, 2023
The sun shines through the rafters at Wembley Stadium as FTR wrestles the Young Bucks for the AEW Tag Team Championships on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023 in London, England.

Wrestling Renaissance

Cameron Romanik, Editor
December 5, 2023
Aaron Rodgers injured his Achilles tendon in his debut game with the New York Jets on September 11, 2023. He shouldn't rush to heal.

Opinion: Aaron Rodgers should cancel plans for playoff comeback

Juan Botello-Martinez, Reporter
October 24, 2023
Former USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter consoles star forward Christian Pulisic after crashing out of the World Cup at the hands of the Netherlands on Dec. 3 2022 at the Khalifa International Stadium in Qatar.

Top 5 candidates for USMNT new head coach

Tom Healy, Reporter
May 23, 2023
Wide-receiver Isaac Torres stiff-arms a Sierra defensive back to fight for extra yards and gain a first down for the Bear Cubs in their 34-21 victory on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 in Santa Rosa. Photo by

OPINION: Wide-receiver Isaac Torres is next in line among SRJC football legends

Tony Moeckel
February 25, 2023
Conor McGregor has ended some fights almost too fast to believe, like when he knocked out Patrick Doherty four seconds into their bout back in 2011.

G.O.A.T?: The case for Conor McGregor

Prabin Thapa, Staff Writer
March 17, 2019
D'Angelo Russell, in his fourth-year in the NBA and his second with the Nets, has increased his play in nearly every stat category.

Thank You, Magic: the Lakers gave away a superstar

Jackson Etienne, Staff Writer
March 9, 2019
The Golden State Warriors emotional leader is currently tied for first with 14 technical fouls with Russell Westbrook and Andre Drummond.

Draymond Green: the forgotten modern-era pioneer

Jackson Etienne, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Be like Mike? Nah, be like Bron

Be like Mike? Nah, be like Bron

Isaiah Cappelen, Assitant Sports editor
November 8, 2018
Courtesy of Sports Illustrated

Sailing the Fantasy: Bench Stashes and League Winners

Attila LS Gero, Co-Sports Editor
September 9, 2018
Courtesy of ESPN

Oak Leaf’s College Football Top-25 Rankings

Matthew Wreden, Attila LS Gero, Ian MacGregor, and Isaiah Cappelen
August 30, 2018
The Cleveland Cavaliers' odds of a return trip to the NBA Finals are far from a slam dunk.

The End of an Era: No More Fun in The Land

Ian MacGregor, Staff Writer
January 30, 2018
Donald Trump continues to stick his nose in sports, probably because he wishes he owned an NFL team.

Trump vs. sports

Anthony Rea, Staff Writer
December 12, 2017
Jimmy Garoppolo is all smiles following his trade to San Francisco.

Tackling the NFL’s blockbuster trades

Anthony Rea, Staff Writer
November 14, 2017
Liangelo Ball was arrested after allegedly stealing from a Louis Vuitton store in Hangzhou, China.

Big Baller crooks

Matthew Wreden, Staff Writer
November 14, 2017
May 13, 1959: After having their homes destroyed by bulldozers, Chavez Ravine residents Manuel Augustine, left, Ivy Augustine (sweeping), Ira Augustine (baby), Victoria Augustine (woman in doorway) and Abrana Arechiga lived in a trailer.

Dodger blues

Michael Barnes, Deputy Editor
October 24, 2017
Mathew Stafford's recent contract extension that made him the highest paid player in the NFL has been polarizing. Some argue that you need a quarterback to win and others argue Stafford has never proven he's a winner.

Stafford made highest paid player in NFL history despite no playoff wins

Anthony Rea, Staff Writer
September 2, 2017

Baseball Podcast: Chin Music No. 3

May 7, 2017

Baseball Podcast: Chin Music No. 2

April 29, 2017

Snoozin’ on America’s pastime

Frank Sumrall, Contributing Editor
April 25, 2017
A dab of beast mode.

Lynch navigates contract with Raiders

Albert Gregory, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2017

Baseball Podcast: Chin Music Episode No. 1

April 23, 2017

2016-17 NBA MVP race

Parker Dangers Oncken, Frank Sumrall, Will Mathis, Albert Gregory, and Ali Benzerara
April 11, 2017

Unfair: atrocities of tremendous proportions ruin Olympic pride

Frank Sumrall, Contributing Editor
March 14, 2017
Demarcus "Boogie" Cousins steps back for fadeaway mere moments before being traded to the New Orleans Pelicans.

Boogie down to Bourbon Street

Frank Sumrall, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
The physiology of icing

The physiology of icing

Tommy Dennen, Staff Writer
December 13, 2016
Fantasy football is a booming industry and with the creation of daily fantasy leagues there in way of predicting how big it can grow.

Fantasy football first timer

Parker Dangers Oncken, Staff Writer
December 13, 2016
Sep 27, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) and New York Islanders center Mathew Barzal (13) battle for a loose puck during the first period during a preseason hockey game at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

In the Crease: NHL Early Season Surprises

Lachlan Irvine, Oak Leaf Hockey Analyst
November 15, 2016
Fantasyland - Four Dudes, One Cup (September 29, 2016)

Fantasyland – Four Dudes, One Cup (September 29, 2016)

Lachlan Irvine, Travis LaBrucherie, Tommy Dennen, and Trevor Rocco
September 30, 2016
Four Dudes, One Cup: The SRJC Polar Bears Podcast - September 16, 2016

Four Dudes, One Cup: The SRJC Polar Bears Podcast – September 16, 2016

Lachlan Irvine, Travis LaBrucherie, Tommy Dennen, and Trevor Rocco
September 17, 2016
Photo by Andre Ringuette/World Cup of Hockey via Getty Images

2016 World Cup of Hockey power rankings

Lachlan Irvine, Oak Leaf Hockey Analyst
September 13, 2016
He. Is. Back.

He. Is. Back.

Parker Dangers Oncken, Senior Staff Writer
May 16, 2016
Dodgers’ broadcaster Vin Scully ends his 67-year career after the 2016 MLB season. Scully owns the MLB record for youngest broadcaster to call the World Series; he did so at the age of 25.

A tribute to the greatest broadcaster of all-time

Anthony Sosa, Sports Editor
May 16, 2016
Three dudes, one Cup: Oak Leaf NHL Playoff Podcast

Three dudes, one Cup: Oak Leaf NHL Playoff Podcast

May 12, 2016
Oak Leaf MLB Podcast

Oak Leaf MLB Podcast

Anthony Sosa, Parker Dangers Oncken, and Will Mathis
May 12, 2016
NHL Playoffs Recap 3 [Podcast]

NHL Playoffs Recap 3 [Podcast]

Travis LaBrucherie, Lachlan Irvine, and Trevor Rocco
May 2, 2016
NHL Playoffs Recap 2 [Podcast]

NHL Playoffs Recap 2 [Podcast]

Travis LaBrucherie, Lachlan Irvine, and Trevor Rocco
April 26, 2016
MLB Power Rankings

MLB Power Rankings

Anthony Sosa and Will Mathis, Sports Editor and Assistant Sports Editor
April 24, 2016
Kobe Bryant celebrates after capturing his fifth and final championship ring with the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. Bryant, the 2010 Finals MVP, averaged 28.6 points, 8 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 2.1 steals in the seven-game series. He had 23 points and 15 rebounds in game seven.

‘Mamba Out’

Jaime Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 24, 2016
Cleveland Browns’ wide receiver Josh Gordon had a career year in 2013 with 87 receptions for 1,646 yards and nine touchdowns in 14 games. He has only played in five games since then due to multiple substance abuse violations. The NFL denied Gordon’s request for reinstatement.

Continuing problem in the NFL

Frank Sumrall, Staff Writer
April 24, 2016
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant drives to the basket during a game. The former MVP has returned to form in 2016 after missing all of last season due to injury.

A Chance Worth Taking

Parker Dangers Oncken, Senior Staff Writer
April 10, 2016
Oakland Athletics’ pitcher Sonny Gray finished third in the American League Cy Young Award voting in 2015. Gray’s career stats include a 2.88 ERA and 419 strikeouts.

2016 MLB awards predictions

Anthony Sosa, Sports Editor
March 7, 2016
Conor McGregor (left) and Nate Diaz (right) pretend to spar during a press conference before their big fight March. Diaz beat McGregor just as the second round closed.

Diaz upsets McGregor

Austin Burmester, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
Around the boards: a look at the NHL trades

Around the boards: a look at the NHL trades

Lachlan Irvine, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
The University of Clemon’s cornerback, Mackensie Alexander, performed well in college and earned himself a first round selection. The Oakland Raiders aim to use their 14th pick in the 2016 NFL draft in April.

Addressing their needs: Raiders look to improve with 2016 draft picks

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
The University of California, Berkeley quarterback, Jared Goff, prepares to be drafted in the top 10 picks. The San Francisco 49ers hope to land Goff with their seventh overall selection in the 2016 NFL draft this April.

Addressing their needs: Niners look to improve with 2016 draft picks

Jaime Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
Nike cuts ties with boxer Manny “Pac- Man” Pacquio after questionable LGBT comments.

Pacquiao’s comments are unjust

Kiana Medina, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
The Sedin twins, Henrik and Daniel, are congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal.

NHL Talk: Canucks out of luck

Lachlan Irvine, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
Panthers' quarterback Cam Newton dabbing. Many people are criticized Cam for his celebration antics in the 2015-16 season.

Cam Newton: misfit or misunderstood

Frank Sumrall, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
It’s no longer a question; they are the greatest

It’s no longer a question; they are the greatest

Will Mathis, Assistant Sports Editor
February 22, 2016
Draymond Green remains under the spotlight of Stephen Curry despite monstrous numbers.

Draymond Green is the true leader of the Dubs’

Albert Gregory, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson dominate the rest of the NBA. The Warriors are 47-5 this season, so far.

Warriors silence their haters game by game

Jaime Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 22, 2016
Saul Canelo Alvarez will square off with Amir Khan for the middleweight title May 7, amongst controversey from fans who say there is a significant weight difference between the two fighters.

Canelo vs Khan set for May 7

Kiana Medina, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
Both the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders look to improve for the upcoming 2016-17 season, both teams take different paths this offseason, as one team is on the rise and the other hopes to avoid downfall.

Changing of the guard: Niners littered with question marks, Raiders make push for playoffs

Austin Burmester, Assistant Sports Editor
February 8, 2016

Bronco’s 7 sacks, 4 turnovers, takes Super Bowl 50

Frank Sumrall, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
The Los angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant exhalts after a three point shot in a game that he finished with 49 points and a 2 games to none lead over the Denver Nuggets in a NBA Western conference play-off game.

Goodbye, Kobe

Anthony Sosa, Assistant Sports Editor
December 8, 2015
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