https://www.gocsucougars.com/rss.aspx?path=msocLatest news items for Chicago State University Athleticsen-us60https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/6/5/mens-basketball-chicago-state-student-athletes-shine-in-the-classroom-during-spring-2026-semester.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/6/5/mens-basketball-chicago-state-student-athletes-shine-in-the-classroom-during-spring-2026-semester.aspxMen's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, General, Men's Tennis, Men's Track & Field, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Tennis, Women's Track & Field, Volleyball, Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Triathlon, Football

CHICAGO, Ill. – Success at Chicago State University continues to extend far beyond competition venues, as Cougar student-athletes delivered another strong academic performance during the Spring 2026 semester.]]>Spring 2026 Academic Success Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:00:00 CST29443https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/6/3/chicago-state-mens-soccer-to-host-prospect-camp-on-june-27.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/6/3/chicago-state-mens-soccer-to-host-prospect-camp-on-june-27.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. — Chicago State University Men's Soccer will host a one-day Prospect Camp on Saturday, June 27, 2026, providing prospective student-athletes with an opportunity to develop their skills, compete in a game-like environment and showcase their abilities to the Cougar coaching staff.]]>Soccer Updated Wed, 3 Jun 2026 12:38:00 CST199441https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/12/mens-soccer-chicago-state-athletics-honors-mens-soccer-senior-efrain-rivas-jr.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/12/mens-soccer-chicago-state-athletics-honors-mens-soccer-senior-efrain-rivas-jr.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. — Chicago State Athletics proudly recognizes Efrain Rivas Jr., a senior defender whose four-year career with the Cougars (2022–2026) has been defined by maturity, adaptability, and a steady presence on and off the field. Rivas concludes his collegiate career with 39 games played and a reputation as a dependable, team-first competitor who helped elevate the men's soccer program during a historic era.]]>Senior Spotlight Efrain Rivas Jr. Tue, 12 May 2026 09:00:00 CST199429https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/11/mens-soccer-senior-spotlight-chicago-state-mens-soccer-hilary-odhiambo.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/11/mens-soccer-senior-spotlight-chicago-state-mens-soccer-hilary-odhiambo.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. — Chicago State Athletics proudly recognizes Hilary Odhiambo, a senior forward whose collegiate career from 2023–2026 has been defined by resilience, leadership, and a relentless commitment to growth. Odhiambo concludes his time as a Cougar with 45 games played, 5 goals, 2 assists, and 28 shots on goal, leaving a lasting impact on the men's soccer program both statistically and culturally.]]>Senior Spotlight Hilary OdhiamboMon, 11 May 2026 13:00:00 CST199425https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/7/mens-soccer-chicago-state-university-announces-jesse-rosen-as-new-mens-soccer-assistant-coach.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/5/7/mens-soccer-chicago-state-university-announces-jesse-rosen-as-new-mens-soccer-assistant-coach.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. - Chicago State University has named Jesse Rosen, a veteran collegiate and club coach with more than two decades of player development experience, as the new assistant coach for the Cougars' men's soccer program.]]>Assistant Men's Soccer Coach Jesse Rosen Thu, 7 May 2026 11:00:00 CST199399https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/4/23/mens-basketball-cougars-shine-bright-at-the-69th-annual-honors-convocation-ceremony.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/4/23/mens-basketball-cougars-shine-bright-at-the-69th-annual-honors-convocation-ceremony.aspxMen's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, General, Men's Tennis, Men's Track & Field, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Tennis, Women's Track & Field, Volleyball, Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Triathlon, Football

CHICAGO, Ill. (April 26, 2026) - Chicago State University honored the academic and leadership achievements of its student-athletes and athletic representatives during the 69th Annual Honors Convocation Ceremony, held April 26, 2026, at the Jones Convocation Center. The event highlighted the commitment, resilience, and scholarly excellence that define Cougar Athletics.]]>Honors Convocation Ceremony Highlight Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:30:00 CST29407https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/4/21/mens-soccer-chicago-state-university-announces-hiring-of-matthew-conti-as-mens-soccer-assistant-coach.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/4/21/mens-soccer-chicago-state-university-announces-hiring-of-matthew-conti-as-mens-soccer-assistant-coach.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. — Chicago State University Athletics has announced the hiring of Matthew Conti as the new Assistant Coach for the men's soccer program. Conti joins the Cougars with a strong background in player development, academy leadership, and high-level competitive experience across the youth, collegiate, and USL2 levels.]]>Assistant Men's Soccer Coach Matthew Conti welcome graphic Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:45:00 CST199403https://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/1/12/mens-basketball-fall-2025-academic-success-at-chicago-state-university.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2026/1/12/mens-basketball-fall-2025-academic-success-at-chicago-state-university.aspxMen's Basketball, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, General, Men's Tennis, Men's Track & Field, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Tennis, Women's Track & Field, Volleyball, Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Triathlon, Football

CHICAGO, Ill. - Chicago State student-athletes continue to excel in the classroom with 27 student-athletes across 17 sports achieving a perfect 4.0 grade point average (GPA) during the Fall 2025 semester while 144 student-athletes earned a GPA between 3.0 and 3.99. In total, 144 student-athletes posted a GPA of a 3.0 or better.]]>Fall 2025 Academic Success Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:00:00 CST29247https://gocsucougars.com/news/2025/11/17/mens-soccer-quezada-named-to-2025-nec-mens-soccer-all-rookie-team.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2025/11/17/mens-soccer-quezada-named-to-2025-nec-mens-soccer-all-rookie-team.aspxMen's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. – Chicago State freshman defender Jayden Quezada has been named to the 2025 NEC Men's Soccer All-Rookie Team, the league announced.]]>Men's Soccer Student Athlete Jayden Quezada named NEC Rookie of the Week Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:13:00 CST199200https://gocsucougars.com/news/2025/11/13/general-kicking-it-forward-how-a-chicago-state-star-gives-back-in-kenya.aspxhttps://gocsucougars.com/news/2025/11/13/general-kicking-it-forward-how-a-chicago-state-star-gives-back-in-kenya.aspxGeneral, Men's Soccer

CHICAGO, Ill. - The cheers that follow Hilary Odhiambo on the soccer field at Chicago State University are loud, but they don't compare to the voices that greeted him back home in Nairobi. When the senior forward returned to Kenya, it wasn't to celebrate his own success—it was to share it. Odhiambo spent his time giving back to the community that raised him, offering mentorship, equipment, and hope to young players who see in him what he once saw in himself: possibility. His journey is less about the goals he scores in Chicago and more about the lives he touches in Nairobi, proving that the true measure of an athlete isn't just in the game, but in the legacy they leave behind.]]>Men's Soccer Hilary Odhiambo SpotlightThu, 13 Nov 2025 13:48:00 CST59195