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The Student News Site of Riverside City College

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The Student News Site of Riverside City College

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Eric Pacheco

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief

Eric Pacheco is a second-year journalism major student at RCC. He previously wrote for the MVC Herald the student-led newspaper of Moreno Valley College in the Fall of 2023. He served as Viewpoints Managing Editor in the spring of 2024. Eric’s passion for writing lies in the sports world inspired by writers such as Jeff Passan and Jeff Fletcher. He aspires to become a baseball beat writer one day.

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Riverside City College third baseman Eddie Alfaro celebrates with teammates in dug out after scoring a run to take the lead against Antelope Valley College at Evans Sports Complex on May 3.

Riverside City College baseball sweeps Antelope Valley to advance to 3C2A Super Regional

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2025
Riverside City College players take a moment to smile before the start of their May 1 practice at Evans Sports Complex

‘We’re here to win and take state’: Riverside City College baseball postseason preview

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2025
Riverside City College hitter Jocelyn Romero, (11) prepares to hit at Evans Sports Complex against Santa Ana College on April 22.

[Photo] Riverside City College softball: Year in review

Jacob Moore, Sports Reporter
April 28, 2025
Riverside City College pitcher Evan Stratton (left) celebrates with catcher Marcus Moyer after completing the save in the Tigers' 4-2 win over Santa Ana College on April 24 at Evans Sports Complex

Riverside City College baseball clinches second-place finish in Orange Empire Conference

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2025
Riverside City College second baseman Darin Osterloh slides into third base during a game against Orange Coast College at Evans Sports Complex on April 11.

A 17-run explosion leads Riverside City College baseball to a series victory

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2025
Buba Heidler, (left) Darin Osterloh, Parker Sobiesiak and Alex Gamez take the field for Riverside City College's game against Fullerton College on April 5 at Evans Sports Complex.

Midseason Column: Can Riverside City College baseball win its first Orange Empire Conference title?

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2025
Riverside City College catcher Ian Nguyen (11) delivers the Tigers signature "chop" celebration after his RBI double against Fullerton College at Evans Sports Complex on April 1.

Riverside City College baseball opens Fullerton series on top

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2025
From left to right front row, Eddie Alfaro, 5, Bubba Heidler 1, Marc DiCarlo, 30, Riki Kubota, 37, Riverside City College players celebrate after winning the March 17 game against Golden West College at Evans Sport Complex.

Riverside City College baseball washes away Golden West, takes series

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2025
Matt Schoenmann with a group of Viewpoints members.

In memory of Matt Schoenmann, A memoir by Eric Pacheco

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2025
RCC informs students of their constitutional rights on posters displayed in classrooms as immigration concerns become more prominent in the community.

[Photo] RCCD passes resolution amid immigration concerns

February 28, 2025
RCC informs students of their constitutional rights on posters displayed in classrooms as immigration concerns become more prominent in the community.

[Photo] RCCD passes resolution amid immigration concerns

Natalie Strain, Managing Editor
February 28, 2025
Riverside City College baseball wins another blowout in final home test before conference play

Riverside City College baseball wins another blowout in final home test before conference play

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2025
Riverside City College pitcher Jorge Rodriguez, 14, gets fired up after escaping a jam against Palomar College at Evans Sports Complex Feb. 21.

Jorge Rodriguez and steady offense lead Riverside City College baseball past Palomar

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2025
The master and his craft: Tom Craft

The master and his craft: Tom Craft

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2025
Riverside City College baseball takes two, improves to 7-1

Riverside City College baseball takes two, improves to 7-1

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2025
Riverside City College players warm up in the outfield at Evans Sports Complex Jan. 22.

Diamond in disarray: Riverside City College baseball field finally ready for game time

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2025
Riverside City College first baseman Dylan Nelson, 15, slides in safely to score a run against Cuesta College at the Evans Sports Complex Jan. 25.

Riverside City College baseball opens season with blowout win

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2025
Riverside City College Tigers celebrate after successfully completing a bunting challenge at Evans Sports Complex Jan. 22

Riverside City College baseball looks to make a statement in 2025

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2025
Riverside City College head football coach, Tom Craft, gathers the football team to discuss their Oct. 26 win against Southwestern College at Wheelock Stadium.

Riverside City College head football coach Tom Craft announces retirement

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2024
Riverside City College offensive line, Kapeliele Hausia, lifts up running back, Devyne Pearson, to celebrate a touchdown at Hilmer Lodge Stadium Dec. 7.

Riverside City College football loses heartbreaker in SCFA Championship

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
December 8, 2024
Riverside City College football players Doughlas Teluma, an offensive line, and Jackson Owens, a wide receiver, celebrate a touchdown as they leave the field during the Nov. 30 playoff game against San Diego Mesa College at Wheelock Stadium.

Riverside City College football mounts miraculous comeback, wins first round of SCFA playoffs

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
December 1, 2024
Riverside City College quarterback Brady Jones runs down the field against Mt. San Jacinto Oct. 5.

Riverside City College quarterback Brady Jones continues legacy of excellence, coaches say he may be the best yet

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2024
The Riverside City College football team makes an entrance onto the field at the beginning of the game against Palomar College at Wheelock Stadium Sept. 28.

Prolific offense leads Riverside City College football into playoffs

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2024
Riverside City College volleyball celebrates after winning a set against the Golden West Rustlers at Wheelock Gymnasium Nov. 15.

[Photo] Riverside City College volleyball reverse sweeps to clinch playoff berth

Ashton Trull, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2024
Running Back Andre Branch hurdles a San Diego Mesa defender, #5, to keep the play alive and gain a few more yards on Nov. 9 at Wheelock Stadium.

RCC football clinches National Southern Conference title

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
November 10, 2024
Riverside City College head football coach, Tom Craft, gathers the football team to discuss their Oct. 26 win against Southwestern College at Wheelock Stadium.

RCC head football coach to be inducted into Riverside Sport Hall of Fame

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Early morning on Oct. 23, police vehicles block Fairfax Ave. near the Math and Science Building, monitoring the scene where a student reportedly fell.

Student falls from RCC building

Eric Pacheco, Natalie Strain, and Izabella De La Rosa
October 23, 2024
Riverside City College football team holds a scrimmage at Wheelock Stadium vs. Mt. San Antonio College on Aug. 25.

[Photo] OPINION: Should Athletes Be Subjected to Play in 100 Degree Weather?

Sophia Castro and Maddie Nelson
October 17, 2024
The Riverside City College volleyball team watches on from the sideline during an intense series at Wheelock Gymnasium on Oct. 11

[Photo] Volleyball swept in first conference loss

Sergio Contreras, Sports Reporter
October 14, 2024
The Riverside City College School of Nursing department offers students a path to their career goals.

[Photo] Newsom denies bill for California community colleges to offer nursing bachelor programs

Carmelita Whyte, News Reporter
October 14, 2024
Tigers score 76 in Homecoming win

Tigers score 76 in Homecoming win

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
October 6, 2024
Riverside City College freshman libero Keira Isgar hits the ball as her teammates look on at the Wheelock Gymnasium on Oct. 2.

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[Photo] Tigers Win in Three to Stay Undefeated

Ashton Trull, Sports Reporter
October 3, 2024
Riverside City College freshman libero/ defensive specialist Tabitha Irish, 4, celebrates a point scored at the Wheelock Gymnasium on Oct. 2.

From left to right, Riverside City College freshman libero/defensive specialist Tabitha Irish and sophomore outside hitter Kilyn Hayes share a handshake while awaiting the start of the next set.

Riverside City College sophomore outside hitter Kilyn Hayes serves the ball as the Tiger sideline watches on at the Wheelock Gymnasium on Oct. 2.

Riverside City College outside hitter Kilyn Hayes, 8, celebrates after a scored point on Oct. 2 at the Wheelock Gymnasium.

The Riverside City College football team makes an entrance onto the field at the beginning of the game against Palomar College at Wheelock Stadium Sept. 28.

Tigers blast past Comets in conference opener

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2024
Student shows concern for global temperatures rising.

[Photo] EDITORIAL: Climate crisis

September 27, 2024
Riverside City College Tigers celebrate after a successful score against The College of the Desert Roadrunners on Sept. 18 at the Wheelock Gymnasium.

[Photo] Tigers Dominate in Four to End Pre-season

Ashton Trull, Sports Reporter
September 18, 2024
Riverside City College Tiger wide receiver Ross Nickson III battles for the football with Long Beach Viking defensive back Hagen Foreman

Defending champs overcome miscues to open season 1-0

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
September 8, 2024
Riverside City College Tigers football players run off the field during their scrimmage on Aug. 25

[Photo] Tigers outlook: The quest to repeat

Aliah Tubbs, Sports Editor
August 30, 2024
Riverside City Tiger, Ignacio Alvarez, 5, dives back to catch the foul ball. Tigers hosted the Hustlers with a 10-1 victory on April 8. Photo by Stephen Day, Viewpoints.

Former RCC baseball player Nacho Alvarez Jr. called up to big leagues 

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
July 21, 2024
Alex Navarrete models The Missile Brand hoodie and hat.

Different grind, different hustle: The Missile 

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
May 21, 2024
Column: Riverside City College baseball looks to future after ending underdog playoff run

Column: Riverside City College baseball looks to future after ending underdog playoff run

Eric Pacheco, Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2024
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