Spot the Elusive Wolverine

Sierra Searches for Elusive Wolverines

Inspired by the first photo in the wild of a California wolverine (the mammal) taken February 2008, the Sierra College Wolverine Athletic Association had an idea. And since the photo was taken by the remote camera of Katie Moriarty, a former Sierra College student athlete, it was a natural.

From August 31st to October 15th, the WAA held the “Search for Elusive Wolverines” contest in an attempt to capture glimpses of some of Sierra College’s most elusive wolverines—former athletic alumni. 

A $100 cash prize, as well two passes for all 2008-2009 athletic sporting events were the rewards. Points were awarded for creativity and every contestant submiting a “Wolverine Sighting” also won a t-shirt from the WAA.

Athletics play a key role in the total experience of campus life at Sierra College and the primary purpose of the Wolverine Athletic Association is to provide additional funding support for the men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports. For more information about becoming a part of the WAA, please visit their web page.

Mike Lynch

Football 1995-1996

Currently Wide Receiver Coach, Eastern Illinois University

Lynch earned his bachelors degree from Montana, playing center in football and a masters in secondary education from Utah State, where he coached football.

Katie Moriarty

Cross Country/Track 1999-2001

Currently at Oregon State University, Pacific Southwest Research Station

Oregon State University graduate student who coordinated the investigations and took the first photo of the wolverine.

Beryl Singley Mayne

Women's Basketball 1963

Currently Beryl lives in Auburn, has two grown daughters, and is working as a licensed respiratory therapist at Timberlake Respiratory Care.

George Goto

Baseball, Football, Basketball, 1950 Athletic Director

John Volek

Football 1966

Currently Athletic Director, Sierra College

Hurshid Haldarov

Wrestling 2004

Hurshid Haldarov finished the 2004 season perfect going 40-0. He captured 5 tournament championships including the Division 1 Coloardo open. Haldarov capped the season by winning the California Community College State Championship. Haldarov is currently an Assistant Coach for the Sierra College Wrestling team.

Erik Nye

Wrestling 2007

Erik Nye won his second state title in 2007 and finished off his career with the Wolverines undefeated in the Junior College rank. He received a full scholarship to Arizona State, where he is currently enrolled.

Marcus Moore

Wrestling 2005

Undefeated State Champion in 2005. In 2006 Marcus received a full scholarship to attend Southern Oregon University where he is an All American. He will finish his last year at California Baptist Universitiy.

Jim Gray

Currently Mayor of Roseville, CA and President of the WAA.