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@SharonBMartin

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Storyteller. Marketing. Former sportswriter @mercnews , @ChicoER . Always: Avid wrestling figure collector.

Chico, CA
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@SharonBMartin
Sharon Martin
5 years
The Paradise football team makes their entrance.
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7 years
pleasant valley vs Sacramento
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4 years
The Let Them Play rally is underway at Pleasant Valley High. Many passing cars on East Ave. are honking in support.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Paradise students Tori and Jared McKay just got upgraded to courtside seats for tonight’s game. Someone walked up and handed them two tickets.
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3 years
Butte College and Gridley High alumnus Tyler Little signs his letter of intent to play at Division I BYU. Little hasn’t played in a football game since he was 13 but was able to secure a scholarship after the spring workouts/scrimmages.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
I’ve got some personal news. My time at the @ChicoER will be coming to an end after seven years. My last day will be Sept. 11.
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3 years
Butte College and Pleasant Valley alumnus Caleb Cooley officially signs with Division I Wyoming.
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2 years
Even though I'm no longer in journalism, my @ChicoER story winning fourth place in Wildfire Feature from @CNPAservices is still an honor. I spent the entire day with that group and saving that barn meant the world to them.
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7 years
There they are. Your 2018 Division III state champions.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
The Butte College football team wins 56-30 over Feather River in Quincy. Roadrunners QB Kyle Lindquist had himself a day as he goes 17-24, 356 yds and 7 TDs.
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6 years
The Pleasant Valley Vikings are your Division 4-AA state champs.
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Sharon Martin
7 years
It's official. Former @ButteFootball standout and Hamilton grad Rigoberto Sanchez is the punter for the Colts.
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Sharon Martin
4 years
Walking down the line here at the Let Them Play rally at East Ave. and Cohasset.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
This is my first official week as a staff writer as part of the marketing team at @Enloe ! I’m very excited to be part of a staple organization within the community. I love Chico and I’m happy to call this place home. ❤️
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Sharon Martin
3 years
I’m excited to share that later this month I’ll be starting a new chapter as the Night Sports Editor for Bay Area News Group (San Jose Mercury News, East Bay Times). I can’t wait to get started!
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4 years
Butte County Behavioral Health said that sports and extracurricular activities really are significant for a teenager's development and reduce stress. When that stress builds up, it can lead to "long-term physical and mental health damage." Read the story here.
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Chico Enterprise-Record
4 years
Concerns over mental health ramp up over lack of youth sports
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Sharon Martin
3 years
I have some personal and bittersweet news to share. Saturday was my final day as the Night Sports Editor with Bay Area News Group. Though it was short, I’m forever grateful for the guidance I’ve had from the talented and dedicated sports staff.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
Took a peek inside the new weight room at Butte College today. A handful of players said they can’t wait to get in and use the facility They sounded like kids on Christmas morning.
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6 years
There’s a special bond between Colts punter @Rigojio88 and Giants kicker Aldrick Rosas. They’re good friends and today was the first time since 2011 where they get to play each other on the football field.
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Paradise coach Andy Hopper “You’re going to be amazing humans, amazing adults when this is all said and done.”
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6 years
Butte College’s sophomore athletes of the year are Kaylee Shoemaker and Connor Blair.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Pleasant Valley alumnus BJ Vela was selected by the Boston Red Sox in the 16th round in yesterday’s MLB draft.
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Sharon Martin
7 years
Here's the front page for Friday's paper with preview stories on the Pleasant Valley girls and boys basketball teams quest for a state championship.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
The Pleasant Valley football team makes its entrance in dramatic fashion.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
It’s been a really emotional week. Everyone has been so kind with the outpouring of support. It’s bittersweet to say goodbye to a great sports community. @eddiesaltzman was able to capture me at my last PV football game.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Thank you to every athlete, coach, athletic director and principal who gave me their time of day. I’ve enjoyed telling your stories. ❤️
@ChicoER
Chico Enterprise-Record
3 years
After 7 years, it’s time to end my E-R run | Commentary
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Cameron Alfaro picks it off and returns it all the way for a touchdown.
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Sharon Martin
4 years
Here’s something that hasn’t happened at Butte College in over a year. The football team can now practice.
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Sharon Martin
2 years
So my boyfriend and I went #AuroraBorealis hunting last night. He snapped this photo near Wildwood Park in Chico. He doesn’t think it’s the Aurora Borealis, but I 100 percent think it is. This was taken before 1 a.m. and it didn’t look like this to the naked eye.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
The Paradise basketball teams receive a nice ovation from the crowd during halftime.
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Sharon Martin
7 years
FINAL: Pleasant Valley 70, Notre Dame 65 Vikings are your Division III state champions!
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Since I think everyone in the area could use a bit of cuteness, here’s a tiny human refusing to join the Butte football team photo.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
The Paradise High girls and boys basketball teams are all loaded up to head to tonight’s @warriors game. I’ll be live tweeting along the way.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
I’m out here at Butte College for a Roadrunners scrimmage. Butte football hasn’t played a game since 2019.
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Sharon Martin
2 years
Would you say they felt … shafted?
@taylorschaubtv
Taylor Schaub
2 years
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY: An emotional Head Coach Jerald Pierucci ( @forceuser64 ) calls out the @CIFState for poor playing conditions at Orland High School. The Trojans defeated the Generals, 20-7 to claim the Division 5-A crown. @KGETnews @ShafterHigh
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Sharon Martin
5 years
I’m here at Pleasant Valley High for the scholarship signings of Aidan Finney and Aidan Parks. Finney is off to San Diego State and Parks is signing to Montana State.
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Sharon Martin
8 years
Pleasant Valley girls soccer team pays tribute to fallen coach Brett Silva before the game.
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Sharon Martin
8 years
Orland coach Lazaro Garcia tells girls to take picture with second place plaque. Sandy Garcia responds "if you're not first, you're last."
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Sharon Martin
2 years
Tonight, the Orland community celebrated the football team’s achievements. The Trojans not only won the first state championship in school history but went 15-0. Congratulations! @CoachV_OHS @Alex__Martinez5 @JaimeAlbarran14 @OrlandFootball @bruno_salinas10 @TuckerKampmann
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Sharon Martin
6 years
FINAL: Pleasant Valley 43, Central Valley Christian 14 Vikings capture their second state title in three years.
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Sharon Martin
2 years
Check out some awesome shots from today’s Butte vs. Shasta game. My wonderful boyfriend took them and it was only his second time shooting sports!
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Just heard from Butte football coach Rob Snelling that his players and staff are all safe. There's some Paradise ties on that team but everyone is OK.
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Sharon Martin
4 years
It’s a beautiful day for some football. Here at Pleasant Valley, the football team has its first official practice.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Joseph Kurung with a pick-6. Buttes takes a 20-7 lead with :57 seconds left in the first quarter.
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Sharon Martin
7 years
FINAL: Pleasant Valley 47, Valley Christian 40 Vikings are your NorCal Division II champions and are going to state.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
Just got off the phone with Butte head coach Rob Snelling. He says Lindquist's 7 passing touchdowns is a new Butte College record.
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Sharon Martin
7 years
Chico High scoreboard is looking nice against that Chico State backdrop. First time I’ve seen it in person.
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Sharon Martin
4 years
Sad news today, longtime Chico Enterprise-Record sports editor Skip Reager died yesterday. Reager was inducted into the Chico Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
I've said it once already but I'll say it again. I'm incredibly proud to call @ER_DavidLittle my boss.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Pleasant Valley High alumnus signs with the Bills as an undrafted free agent.
@FresnoStateFB
Fresno State Football
3 years
That didn't take long, the @BuffaloBills got a good one‼️ Congrats, @Syrus_Tuitele #GoDogs | #PrideOfTheValley
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Sharon Martin
2 years
Your CIF Division 5-A State champions.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
I’ve never had a beer in the newsroom before but @ER_DavidLittle ’s last day is a worthy occasion. Best of luck to the best boss. Now I’ve got a game story to write. #partylikeajournalist
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Wow, I never thought I'd win a news writing award. I'm honored that the story on Camp Okizu is being recognized. Hearing the stories of happiness and healing, then seeing the photos of the camp burned and destroyed -- it was an emotionally draining story to tell.
@CNPAservices
CA News Publishers Association
3 years
Wildfire Feature Coverage Dailies: First: @scsentinel , Hannah Hagemann ( @hannah_hagemann ), Wildfire Feature Coverage, Dailies: 15,000 & under Second: @ChicoER , Sharon Martin ( @SharonBMartin ), Wildfire Feature Coverage, Dailies: 15,000 & under #CNPAwards
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Sharon Martin
3 years
The pandemic put things in perspective and right now a healthy work-life balance is what I need. I’m excited for what’s next which I’ll announce when appropriate.
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Sharon Martin
8 years
Good day for Las Plumas' Chava Rivers. She totals four medals on the day. NSCIF champion for long jump.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
I’m out here at Butte football practice which is being held at Orland High since campus is closed. Jamie Reid looked like OBJ grabbing a one handed interception.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
They announced that the National Anthem will be played only before the varsity game and not the JV game. The crowd took it upon themselves to sing it instead.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
My coworkers, but most importantly my dear friends, @WillCDenner and @JCouchot_Sports were both furloughed as of last night. It absolutely sucks, but I hope it's only temporary. I'm incredibly proud of what we've been able to accomplish.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Unbelievable! Chico High wins its first section title since 1990. I wasn’t even born the last time Chico was a section champion. Congrats to coach Jason Alvistur and the Panthers on an incredible season!
@JCouchot_Sports
Justin Couchot
3 years
FINAL | Chico High 27, Foothill 23. #norcascores The @ChicoHighSports football Northern Section championship playoff drought is OVER.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Butte College kicker/punter Jobanni Esparza signs to Winston Salem University. Esparza is a Hamilton High alumnus.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Spoke with longtime guitar builder Wayne Charvel and his family about escaping the Camp Fire. But they lost their guitar shop, their home and all of their tools. Charvel had made guitars for Eddie Van Halen and several other famous musicians.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
I’m here at Pleasant Valley High as senior volleyball player Makenna Joyce signs her letter of intent to attend St. Mary’s.
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I’m here at Butte College as tight end @KyleGregg86 signs to Youngstown State.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Tell me college athletes are excited for the season without "telling" me they're excited for the season.
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6 years
FINAL: @ButteFootball 38, Laney 21 Roadrunners get their third win in a row.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
Buster Posey enjoying retirement in Gridley? Who would have thought?! Lol
@coachsolis12
Javier Solis
3 years
No biggie just the boys with catcher legend mr. @BusterPosey thank you for taking a picture with my boys. You will truly be missed in the diamond but now you get move on with a new chapter in your life. #respect #legend
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Sharon Martin
6 years
Skyler Rowe with the toe tap for a Butte touchdown. Wow
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Sharon Martin
7 years
This packed gym just gave @RossField1224 a standing ovation. Gonna miss seeing him at games. Good luck Ross!
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Sharon Martin
7 years
Durham High’s Lindsey Bryant is all smiles as she signs her way to play volleyball for @ChicoWildcats .
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Sharon Martin
7 years
Pretty cool moment as both teams participate in a team chant in front of the fans.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
What a beautiful sight ... I'm finally verified! 🙌
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Sharon Martin
3 years
This has been a rather wild Chico Unified school board meeting. Here's some play by play.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
The high school football season gets underway tonight. Here's a look at today's sports section filled with content on area teams. @WillCDenner , @JCouchot_Sports and I put a lot of work into this paper. Check it out!
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Sharon Martin
4 years
Today was the first time in weeks where I went out and interviewed strangers in person. There's just something so much more satisfying about an in-person interview than over the phone.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
Got to experience the first Wrestlemania at Levi’s Stadium a few years ago. Now I’m taking in the first 49ers playoff game here at Levi’s.
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Sharon Martin
3 years
It was a personal decision for me to leave. I love newspapers, but the newspaper industry is very hard. It’s a complex industry that still has a lot to figure out and corporate hedge funds don’t help.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
BREAKING: The Butte College football team will get one more home game. The Roadrunners host College of the Sequoias in the Gridiron Classic at noon Saturday.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
Are you really a sportswriter if you haven’t written a story inside a closing McDonalds? 🤔
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Sharon Martin
4 years
Being at that cross-country meet today was awesome. Kids were so excited and happy to compete -- the most I'd seen in a long time. Parents were happy. There was plenty of space at Hooker Oak and many people were masked. I think something like that was needed in the community.
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Sharon Martin
2 years
A huge win for Chico’s own Kurt Kitayama!
@GolfChannel
Golf Channel
2 years
Kurt Kitayama breaks through at the @apinv with his first career @PGATOUR win! 🏆
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Sharon Martin
8 years
Ryan Lesch picks off the 2-pt conversion pass and returns it back all the way. Butte leads 16-6. 4:02 3rd qtr.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
. @Rigojio88 demonstrates a punt for the kids. His wife, Cynthia, can be heard saying “That hangtime though.”
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Sharon Martin
8 years
. @OrlandAthletics boys soccer team celebrates its section title.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
He breaks @AaronRodgers12 's record of 6 touchdown passes thrown against Shasta College back in 2002.
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Sharon Martin
10 months
FINAL: Colusa 33, Sweetwater 17 The RedHawks finish their undefeated season as the Division 6-A champions!
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Sharon Martin
2 years
FINAL: Orland 20, Shafter 7. The Orland High football team finishes undefeated for a CIF Division 5-A State Championship.
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Sharon Martin
2 years
The drought is over for the Orland High football team. The Trojans top University Prep 33-19 to capture the Northern Section Division III championship. It's their first title in 11 years!
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Sharon Martin
5 years
I couldn’t be more proud to be part of this incredible newsroom. For the @ChicoER to be considered a finalist is such an honor.
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Sharon Martin
6 years
. @ChicoWildcats celebrate a 7-2 win over Cal Baptist.
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Sharon Martin
8 years
Clayton Welch finds Kavi Ram for a 75-yard touchdown. Roadrunners stretch lead 23-6, 2:53 3rd qtr.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
Paradise becomes the first Northern Section team since Aug. 28, 2015 to defeat East Nicolaus. #norcalscores
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Sharon Martin
4 years
The Chico High girls soccer team is being honored for its NorCal title thy won back in March. Crazy to think that this was one of the last big games in the area. It’s been nine months since they won.
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Sharon Martin
5 years
It’s homecoming tonight at Paradise High. The stands are packed at Om Wraith.
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