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My time is up, but the memories will last forever

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
May 9, 2018
Right-handed pitcher Edgar Gonzalez opened the series against Air Force on April 27, 2018 at Pete Beiden Field in Bob Bennett Stadium. He pitched 7.2 innings and only allowed three hits and two earned runs in Fresno State’s 7-2 win. (Fresno State Athletics)

Diamond ‘Dogs bounce back for series win

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 29, 2018
Firebaugh native and Reedley College standout, Josh Allen is predicted to be a first pick in the 2018 NFl Draft. (Wikimedia Commons)

Will Central-Valley native Josh Allen be the first overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft?

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 24, 2018
Fresno State football ranked No. 7 in the NCAA Football attendance report for 2017. The team increased from a little over 25,000 fans to 30,362 fans this season. (Fresno State Athletics)

Is there a solution to Fresno State’s weak fan attendance?

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 22, 2018
Fresno State quarterback Marcus McMaryion at the Spring Preview at Bulldog Stadium on April 14, 2018. (Fresno State Athletics)

Marshawn Lynch shows up to the Spring Preview, but the defense steals the show

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 15, 2018
Sophomore Bryson Williams looks for an open pass on Dec. 3, 2017 at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. Utah State won in overtime, 81-79. (Fresno State Athletics)

Bryson Williams granted release from Fresno State

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 11, 2018
Sophomore forward Bryson Williams against San Diego State at the Mountain West Tournament. (Fresno State Athletics)

Bryson Williams seeks to transfer from Fresno State. Will others follow?

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 8, 2018
Courtesy of Fresno State Atletics

The best defense in the Mountain West is in good hands with Bert Watts

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 8, 2018
Fresno State celebrated the 20th anniversary of the 1998 National Championship on March 24, 2018. (Fresno State Athletics)

Top 3 moments in Fresno State sports history

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 3, 2018
Former Fresno State head coach Rodney Terry and the 2016 men’s basketball team after winning the Mountain West Championship. (Fresno State Athletics)

We need a long-term plan, not a quick fix

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 1, 2018
The crowd cheers as the Fresno Football Club plays against Las Vegas Lights at Chukchansi Park on March 17, 2018. Fresno FC lost, 3-2.(Courtesy of Kiel Maddox Photography)

Fresno FC debut brings a sense of promise to the Valley, despite loss

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 18, 2018
Senior Korby Batesole throws the ball to first base during Fresno State’s game against the University of New Mexico on March 9, 2018. (Ram Reyes/ The Collegian)

Diamond ‘Dogs take New Mexico series

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 11, 2018
Sophomore forward Bryson Williams against San Diego State at the Mountain West Tournament. (Fresno State Athletics)

Aztecs upend Bulldogs in quarterfinal clash

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 9, 2018
Freshman Aly Gamez on Feb. 3, 2018 at the Save Mart Center. Gamez led the ‘Dogs with 13 points on March 7, 2018 against Colorado State in the MW Tournament. (Alejandro Soto/ The Collegian)

Season ends at Mountain West Tournament

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 7, 2018
Freshman Zach Presno gets a hit against Michigan State on Feb. 17, 2018 at the Pete Beiden Field. The ‘Dogs won 9-4. (Ramuel Reyes/The Collegian)

Bulldogs sweep aside Spartans

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 18, 2018
Senior Jaron Hopkins goes for a layup over Colorado State on Feb. 17, 2018 at the Save Mart Center. The ‘Dogs won 86-65. (Ramuel Reyes/The Collegian)

Bulldogs win its fourth straight double-digit victory

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 18, 2018
(Fresno State Athletics)

Bulldogs walk-off on opening night behind Joseph Mendez single

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 17, 2018
Former Syracuse center commit Tyrone Sampson (right) pledged to Fresno State on Friday.(Stephen D. Cannerelli | scannerelli@syracuse.com)

Four-star recruit picks Fresno State

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 16, 2018
Ashley Allen/Getty Images

At a crossroads, U.S. Soccer chooses status quo over reform

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 12, 2018
Senior guard Ray Bowles Jr. drives the ball past San Diego State on Feb. 6, 2018 at the Save Mart Center. (Alejandro Soto/ The Collegian)

Bulldogs sweep series with Aztecs

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 7, 2018
Fresno State forward Nate Grimes attempts a layup over Wyoming’s Alan Herndon on February 3, 2018 at the Arena-Auditorium. The ‘Dogs won 80-62. (Fresno State Athletics)

Bulldogs set record in win over Cowboys

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 4, 2018
Former Fresno State quarterback Derek Carr threw a game-winning touchdown pass to Titans’ tight end Delanie Walker to notch AFC win at the Pro Bowl on Jan, 28, 2018 in Orlando. The final score was 24-23. (USA TODAY Sports)

Carr leads AFC to comeback victory

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 28, 2018
Courtesy Photo

Fresno State football’s biggest blunder, ever?

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 27, 2018
Bryson Williams and Terrell Carter II led the ‘Dogs to a victory over the University of Nevada Las Vegas at the Save Mart Center on Jan. 23, 2018. Fresno State won 69-63. (Alyssa Honore/ The Collegian)

Williams and Carter II lead ‘Dogs

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 23, 2018
Junior Deshon Taylor attempts a layup against the University of Mexico on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. The Bulldogs won 89-80. (Ram Reyes/ The Collegian)

Bulldogs set Save Mart Center shooting record in win

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 13, 2018
Boise State defenders bring down Fresno State running back Ronnie Rivers (20) in the Mountain West championship at Albertsons Stadium on Dec. 2, 2017 in Boise, Idaho. (Joe Jaszewski/Idaho Statesman/TNS)

Bulldogs come up short in championship game

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Dec 2, 2017
Fresno State quarterback Marcus McMaryion (6) runs the ball against Boise State on Nov. 25, 2017 at Bulldog Stadium. The Bulldogs won 28-17. (Daniel Avalos/The Collegian)

Bulldogs cap regular season with big win over Broncos

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Nov 25, 2017
Fresno State wrestler Richie Brandt practicing on Oct. 30, 2017 at the Student Recreation Center. (Alejandro Soto/The Collegian)

Local standout back home

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Nov 14, 2017
Fresno State guard Deshon Taylor drives to the basket against California State University, Northridge on Nov. 13, 2017 at the Save Mart Center. The Bulldogs won 89-73. (Daniel Avalos/The Collegian)

Bulldogs cruise to big win behind hot shooting

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Nov 13, 2017
Freshman Bree Delaney shooting 15 points and leading the ‘Dogs with 5 assists in their win against the Eastern Washington Eagles 56-81, Nov. 10, 2017 at the Save Mart Center. (Megan Trindad/ The Collegian)

Starting off the season with a win

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Nov 12, 2017
Fresno State quarterback Marcus McMaryion (6) runs the ball against UNLV on Oct. 28, 2017 as a Rebel defender attempts to tackle him. The Bulldogs lost 26-16. (Alejandro Soto/The Collegian)

Rebels run over ‘Dogs

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 28, 2017
UFC fighter Cub Swanson at the UFC Media Lunch on Oct. 19, 2017 at the Elbow Room in Fresno. (Courtesy of Jason Duong)

UFC fight night comes to Fresno

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 24, 2017
Sophomore wrestler Isaiah Hokit during media day on Oct. 10, 2017. (Nugesse Ghebrendrias/ The Collegian)

Media day for winter sports creates buzz

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 10, 2017
Fresno State players celebrate with the Valley Trophy after defeating San Jose State 27-10. (Nugesse Ghebrendrias/The Collegian)

‘Dogs recapture Valley Trophy

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 7, 2017
Fresno State running back Josh Hokit runs with the ball against Nevada on Sept. 30, 2017 at Bulldog Stadium. The Bulldogs won 41-21. (Megan Trindad/The Collegian)

‘Dogs open conference play with dominant win

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 1, 2017
Julia Glaser competing against UC Riverside on Sept. 16, 2017 at the Soccer & Lacrosse Stadium. Glaser scored a goal in overtime to win the game. Fresno State won 1-0. (Fresno State Athletics)

Adapting on and off the pitch: Julia Glaser

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Oct 1, 2017
Fresno State sophomore forward Julia Glaser attempts a shot against Utah State on Sept. 24, 2017. The Bulldogs lost the game 1-0. (Megan Trindad/The Collegian)

Misfiring ‘Dogs drop conference matchups

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Sep 24, 2017
Coach Andy Ward (Fresno State Athletics)

Coach Ward’s tips go beyond the football field

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Sep 19, 2017
Fresno state redshirt freshman long snapper Jacob Westberry (53) chases Washington wide receiver Dante Pettis (8) at Husky Stadium on Sept. 16, 2017. Washington beat Fresno State 48-16. (Conor Courtney/The Daily of the University of Washington)

First quarter blitz sinks Bulldogs

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Sep 17, 2017
Fresno State forward Myra Delgadillo (11) runs with the ball against UC Davis on Sept. 7, 2017 at the Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium. (Megan Trindad/ The Collegian)

Finding time for fun during an intense soccer season

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Sep 10, 2017
Former Fresno State quarterback and current Oakland Raider Derek Carr speaks to the crowd during his jersey retirement ceremony. The ceremony took place at half time in Fresno State’s 66-0 win against Incarnate Word on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017. (Megan Trindad/ The Collegian)

A night to remember for Bulldog faithful

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Sep 5, 2017
Junior inside linebacker George Helmuth hits a blocking sled during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017. (Megan Trindad/The Collegian)

Defense seeks fresh start

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Aug 27, 2017

Too much of a good thing

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
May 23, 2017
Wide receiver Namani Parker (#87) runs with the ball as wide receiver Justin Allen (#13) blocks defensive back Ka’Lonn Milton (#27) on Saturday, April 29, during the spring game at Bulldog Stadium. (Christian Ortuno/The Collegian)

Defense shines in spring game

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 30, 2017
Senior Caroline Dineen-Carlson (#3) passes the ball against UC Berkeley Friday, April 21, 2017 on senior night at the Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium. (Khone Saysamongdy/The Collegian)

‘Dogs fall short on senior night

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 23, 2017
Shortstop Korby Batesole hits the ball against Air Force on April 15, 2017, at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium. (Daniel Avalos/ The Collegian)

‘Dogs show resilience with walk-off winner to take conference series

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 16, 2017
Valley kids are the way to go

Valley kids are the way to go

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Apr 2, 2017
Sophomore outfielder Morgan Howe up to bat against Cal State Bakersfield on Tuesday, March 21 at Margie Wright Diamond. (Khone Saysamongdy/ The Collegian)

Top Dog of the week with Morgan Howe

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 21, 2017
Air Force ROTC cadets competing in a portion of the combat fitness relays at the Nor Cal region games on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Warmerdam Field. (Daniel Avalos/The Collegian)

Sports tournament challenges Air Force ROTC to be warriors

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 19, 2017
Fresno State guard Jaron Hopkins (#1) attempts a layup against the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the Save Mart Center. (Khone Saysamongdy/The Collegian)

’Dogs run over Rebels

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Mar 5, 2017
Senior outfielder Austin Guibor (#33) high-fives senior outfielder Jake Stone (#51) at home plate after scoring a run on Feb. 18, 2017, at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium. (Christian Ortuno/ The Collegian)

‘Dogs split opening weekend with Ducks

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 21, 2017
Players from the Fresno State women's basketball team walk off the court as Colorado State celebrates a 66-64 overtime victory against the Bulldogs at the Save Mart Center in Fresno, California on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017. (Christian Ortuno/The Collegian)

Bulldogs unable to continue win streak against conference leaders

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 12, 2017
Fresno State softball assistant coach Justin Shults (Courtesy of Fresno State Athletics)

Diamond ‘Dogs add firepower with Shults hire

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Feb 5, 2017
Fresno State baseball head coach Mike Batesole (Christian Ortuno/The Collegian)

Batesole and Bulldogs gear up for new season

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 29, 2017

If you could spend time anywhere in the world, where would it be?

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 22, 2017
Members of Fresno State intramural sports at the Student Recreation Center. (Courtesy of Student Recreation Center)

Fresno State intramurals back in season

By Nugesse Ghebrendrias
Jan 22, 2017
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