The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

A CSUN Womens basketball player dribbling the ball on the court.

Women’s basketball holds on to defeat San Diego State

Justin Vigil December 10, 2018

In a split weekend, the Matadors (5-6) survived a 34-point surge in the fourth quarter from the Aztecs (5-5) to win 77-74 at home.After some stellar defense by CSUN held SDSU to seven points in the first...

A CSUN Mens basketball player making a fade away jump shot.

No Diane, no problem for men’s basketball

Tyler Wainfeld December 7, 2018
The men's basketball team pulled out a tight win over Cal State San Marcos despite missing leading scorer Lamine Diane.
An African American basketball player on the court

From basketball star to successful businessman

Kenneth Birkland December 5, 2018
Markus Carr, a CSUN graduate and former student athlete, reminisces on his time as a basketball player
three CSUN womens basketball players in white jerseys giving high-fives to each other.

Games to Watch

Justin Vigil December 5, 2018

Men's BasketballThe team returns home to face Cal State San Marcos Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. Northridge is coming off their first road win of the season at Pepperdine. San Marcos is on a four-game slide...

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Matadors come back to top Lancers 73-67

Justin Vigil November 29, 2018

Women's basketball saw themselves down big early, but managed to rally and defeat Cal Baptist 73-67.CSUN scored 29 points in the fourth quarter, more points than they had in the entire first half.The Lancers'...

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Harvard wins Thanksgiving Classic over CSUN

Ethan Hanson November 26, 2018

CSUN coach Jason Flowers could only sit in his chair and stare at the sight he was witnessing in Saturday's Warner Center Marriott Thanksgiving Classic at the Matadome. Flowers' defense was stiff. Harvard...

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Men’s basketball drops the ball in loss to Portland

Tyler Wainfeld November 18, 2018
Matadors lose to Portland after having an 18 point lead.
csun athlete dunking

Gottfried’s debut spoiled by miracle banked shot

Justin Vigil November 7, 2018

Story by Justin Vigil and Tyler WainfeldMen's basketball nearly pulled off the upset of New Mexico but were downed by a miracle shot that won the Lobos the game 87-84.With less than 20 seconds left in...

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Gottfried and Matadors ready for upcoming 2018-19 season

Kenneth Birkland November 5, 2018

After a 6-24 season last year, the Matadors are ready for a new year and their fans have plenty to be excited about. The Matadors have a new coaching staff, eight new players and a new system.New head...

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Matadors to defend their Big West throne

Ethan Hanson November 2, 2018

CSUN women’s basketball team will defend its Big West title this year after having one of the best years in program history last season. Senior Channon Fluker hopes to do more with her team undertaking...

basketball coach with players

The new All-star coaching staff rebuilding the men’s basketball program

Kenneth Birkland October 8, 2018

Former SEC coach of the year, Mark Gottfried, is determined to bring in a new era of Matador basketball. With his experienced coaching staff, fresh faces and his own proven track record, this year is certain...

Senior forward Tre Hale-Edmerson contests a shot against the California State University, Fullerton Titans on Feb. 10 in the Matadome. (Patricia Perdomo / The Sundial)

Kendall Smith gains year of eligibility for men’s basketball

David Yapkowitz August 29, 2016
Extra year of eligibility given to University of Nevada, Las Vegas transfer
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