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The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

Matador forward Mahmoud Fofana, 11, drives to the basket for a layup while being defended by USC Trojan players at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, Calif., on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024.

USC’s Explosive Second Half Ends CSUN’s Upset Bid in 90-69 Non-Conference Battle

Gabriel Duarte, Sports Editor December 21, 2024

After nearly a two week long break, the CSUN men’s basketball team made their return to the hardwood as they traveled down the 405 Freeway to take on the USC Trojans in one of their last non-conference...

Women's Tennis Team shot, Photo Courtesy of CSUN Athletics

CSUN Women’s Tennis Unveil 2025 Spring Schedule

Ryan Romero, Sports Editor December 16, 2024

The women’s tennis team released their 2025 schedule last Monday with CSUN’s spring season set to begin on Jan. 17. The Matadors are going into next year with a lot of momentum behind them as...

The Matador bench celebrates after a made three at the Premier America Credit Union Arena in Northridge, Calif., on Nov. 27, 2024. The Matadors shot 46 percent from behind the arc.

CSUN suffers a buzzer beater loss to Cal Baptist

Quinn Cisneros, Reporter December 13, 2024

CSUN and California Baptist came into Wednesday night's matchup both struggling out the gate to start the season. The two teams combined for three wins, only one had to come out on top at the Premier America...

The CSUN bench celebrates after scoring against Cal Poly on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in the Premier America Credit Union Arena in Northridge, Calif.

Women’s Basketball Falls to Cal Poly, Look Ahead to Cal Baptist

Ryan Romero, Sports Editor December 11, 2024

With CSUN returning home on Saturday afternoon to host the visiting Cal Poly Mustangs, the team had their sights set on a bounce back win after losing in their conference opener to UC Riverside on...

CSUN forward Grady Lewis and guard PJ Fuller II getting instructions from assistant coach Scott Cutler vs. Cal Poly on Dec. 7, 2024.

CSUN Goes On The Road, Defeats Cal Poly for First Conference Win In Offensive Thriller

Gabriel Duarte, Sports Editor December 9, 2024

Just two days after suffering a gut wrenching loss to UC Riverside in their Big West home opener, the CSUN men's basketball team went on the road to Cal Poly and picked up their first conference win...

File Photo: Jadyn Nielsen, 2, is forced out at second base after Alexis Chavez (not pictured) makes a hit and runs to first base at the Matador Diamond on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in Northridge, Cali

CSUN Softball Reveals 2025 Schedule, Faces Tough Tests to Open Season

Ryan Romero, Sports Editor December 8, 2024

After finishing the 2024 season with a 25-26 record, the Matadors have unveiled their 2025 schedule with their season set to begin on February 6th. CSUN is coming off a rather lackluster 2024 year after...

CSUN Women's Volleyball players react to missing a block during a game against Long Beach at the Premier America Credit Union Arena in Northridge, Calif., on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024.

The Montoya Effect: CSUN Volleyball Sees Progress Under New Leadership

Ryan Romero, Sports Editor December 7, 2024

When women’s volleyball head coach Aquiles Montoya was hired last spring he took over a program that hasn't seen much success on the court. But months later despite finishing the season at 10-19,...

The men's basketball team are off to a strong start as they secure a win at the Premier America Credit Union Arena in Northridge, Calif., on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.

CSUN’s Momentum Fades Late In Tough Loss to UCR in Big West Opener

Gabriel Duarte, Sports Editor December 7, 2024

The CSUN men’s basketball team was on the verge of starting off Big West play with a huge win over UC Riverside. A win over the Highlanders would’ve given the Matadors tons of momentum heading into...

CSUN Women's Water Polo Schedule release via GoMatadors/Athletic Department

CSUN Women’s Water Polo Releases 2025 Season Lineup

Ryan Romero, Sports Editor December 4, 2024

The CSUN women’s water polo team released their 2025 schedule on Wednesday that features numerous ranked teams and five home matches. The team will look to keep building after having their most successful...

CSUN mens basketball head coach Andy Newman getting interviewed prior to the second half versus UC Santa Barbara on March 13, 2024.

Column: CSUN AD Chin-Farrell’s Bold Moves Revitalize Athletics with Coaching Hire

Gabriel Duarte, Sports Editor December 3, 2024

Since I’ve come aboard as an editor on the sports desk in the fall of 2023, CSUN has seen plenty of coaching turnover. CSUN athletic director Shawn Chin-Farrell has overseen five head coaches make...

Women’s Volleyball Narrowly Wins Senior Night

Matthew Gonzalez, Reporter December 3, 2024

CSUN women's volleyball gave their senior players a night to remember in a comeback 3-2 win against UC Riverside on Saturday, November. 16, 2024.  The Matadors won the first set by 25-22, but found themselves...

Matador forward Keonte Jones, 7, slams the ball over a Nobel Knight defender which electrified the crowd at the Premier America Credit Union Arena in Northridge, Calif., on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.

CSUN Starts Strong With 6-2 Record After Thanksgiving Road Trip To Montana

Gabriel Duarte, Sports Editor December 1, 2024

After dropping their season opener to St. Bonaventure, the CSUN men’s basketball team has raced out to one of the hottest starts to a season in recent memory for the Matadors. CSUN finished up their...

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