The American River Current

Soccer season opener spoiled

Walter Jones and Walter Jones • September 10, 2013

The No. 11 ranked American River College women’s soccer team kicked off its season Saturday, Aug. 31, playing host to the No. 7 ranked team College of the Canyons. Despite a strong end to the 2012...

Continuing their winning ways

Jessica Maynard and Jessica Maynard • September 8, 2013

The No. 9 ranked Junior College in the nation, American River College, opened their 2013 campaign on the road at Monterey Peninsula College Saturday, Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. The Beavers were looking to bounce...

Reaching new heights

Ed Gebing and Sergio Portela • May 8, 2013

Sophomore Hannah Hardy and freshman Ariel Maroon look to provide a spark for the women’s track and field team during the Nor-Cal Championship and State Championships. On a sunny weekend at American...

New Tide sprinter making own waves

Carlos Guerrero and Carlos Guerrero • May 8, 2013

Former standout athlete Diondre Batson holds the fastest 100-meter time this year after running a 10.06. University of Alabama junior sprinter Diondre Batson was the fastest man in the world this year,...

Sports updates 5-07-2013

Jessica Maynard and Jessica Maynard • May 8, 2013

Men’s Sports Baseball: In the final game of the season, the team lost at home 8-3 to division rival Diablo Valley College. The team finished with an overall record of 11-25 and 6-18 in conference. Golf:...

No love lost over relocation recommendation

Jorden Hales and Jorden Hales • May 8, 2013

'Here they stay,’ but Seattle deserves their own NBA franchise The old adage “It’s not personal, it’s business,” is very common in interpersonal dealings, especially ones that involve politics...

The NFL: the new opiate of the masses.

Sergio Portela and Sergio Portela • May 8, 2013

The 2013 NFL Draft took place from Thursday, April 25, to Saturday, April 27,and I watched every minute of it. It could be viewed on two stations, ESPN and NFL Network, and I recorded one and watched...

American River College prioritizes student athletes

Korbl Klimecki and Korbl Klimecki • May 8, 2013

Priority registration and an athletic counseling center give players an edge over the normal student Financial help is given to students at American River College for a variety of reasons, including...

Track stars possess the qualities to win

Jessica Maynard and Jessica Maynard • May 8, 2013

The American River College men’s track and field team is gearing up for the California State Championships, led by a group of quality athletes. When it comes to building a championship contender,...

Making a splash at state championships

Jorden Hales and Jorden Hales • April 24, 2013

American River divers James Kent and Zach Yokoyama hope to leave their mark on the state championships. Competing for a championship is an improbable task for most athletes. Discipline and repetition...

Foreign athletes find their home at ARC

Sam Urrea and Sam Urrea • April 24, 2013

Growing up in a foreign country helps individuals develop certain values, morals and beliefs. Moving to the United States can be a culture shock for many. American River College athletes Luis Luna, Goretti...

Jason Fletcher

Jessica Maynard and Jessica Maynard • April 24, 2013

With bases loaded and two outs, the opposing team’s cleanup hitter steps up to the plate. He stands on the mound with a distinct tattoo, peeking out from under the left sleeve of his jersey, lips pursed...