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Nikolas Munoz

Nikolas Munoz, Spring Sports Chief

(he/him) Third-year digital communication arts major.

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Inside linebacker Aiden Sullivan (2) sits on the field after an unsuccessful play from Oregon State University on Nov. 9. The Beavers finished the 2025 football season 2-10.

A season to forget

A final Beaver football recap
Nikolas Munoz and Josh Cande
January 12, 2026

Nikolas' Part: This past August, a wide variety of predictions on the Oregon State football team were released. The one connecting note, they were all positive, from ESPN saying around six wins, to...

Benny the Beaver celebrates the beginning of OSU’s game against Purdue in Reser Stadium on Sept 21 in Corvallis.

Welcome your new coach Beaver Nation

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
November 28, 2025

Hailing from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, co-offensive coordinator and wide receiver coach JaMarcus Shephard is answering the call to become Oregon State’s 33rd football head coach. Announced earlier this...

Defensive Back Jalil Tucker (22) shakes hands with a Sam Houston football player after the game concludes on November 9, 2025. The Beaver football team played their last home game in Reser Stadium, losing the win 17-21.

It gets worse.

A deeper analysis of OSU’s loss to Sam Houston
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
November 13, 2025

Editor’s Note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of The Daily Barometer. Huddled together this past Saturday at Reser Stadium, Beavernation was cold and collectively throwing...

Tight end Bryce Caufield (8) celebrating on the field at OSU’s Reser Stadium on Sat, Sept.27, during the game against Houston.

We’re Sorry

A midseason Beaver football recap
Nikolas Munoz and Josh Candé
October 13, 2025

Editor’s note: These predictions are as of Oct. 7. Nik: After so boldly predicting the Beavers would go 9-3, the team promptly swept all my hopes down the gutter. However, is it the team itself or...

From one Beaver to another

Tips to help new Beavs feel at home on campus
Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
September 24, 2025

Autumn marks many milestones: longer nights, a run of popular holidays and the beginning of a new academic year.  For some students, this will be their first year attending Oregon State University...

Oregon State Head Coach Trent Bray on the
sideline during the first home game of the 2025
season against the California Golden Bears. As of
September 20, the Beavers are 0-4 this season.

A year of Bray

A look at the newest Beaver head coach
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Reporter
September 24, 2025

Editor’s Note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of The Daily Barometer. Year one is in the books for Oregon State football head coach Trent Bray, who was promoted from defensive...

NASCAR driver Dean Thompson in front of the Oregon State University car on Aug 29, 2025 at Reser Stadium in Corvallis. Dean will be racing the car in Portland tomorrow, Saturday, Aug 30 ahead of the kickoff of the Beaver Football season.

Benny Beaver becomes face of new racecar

Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
August 30, 2025

Thanks to Oregon State University’s partnership with Toyota, the Sam Hunt Racing team and NASCAR driver, Dean Thompson, will roll out today at Portland International Raceway in an OSU-themed car. The...

In this photo, the new OSU decorated NASCAR has the Beaver logo on its hood. The car will be on display outside of Reser Stadium on Friday and will be racing on Saturday.

OSU gearing up to take the track

Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
August 27, 2025

Oregon State’s familiar orange and black is wrapped around an official NASCAR vehicle that will debut this weekend at Portland International Raceway.  The car will be on full display for the public...

Defender Fran Cortijo (3) kicks ball on Oregon State’s Paul Lorenz Field on Aug. 21 against the University of California, Santa Barbara. OSU's men's team faced the University of Washington on Sunday.

OSU holds onto a close one against UW

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
August 25, 2025

The Oregon State University men’s soccer team continued a hot start to their new season with a close 2-1 win over the University of Washington at home on Sunday. “It’s a nice feeling, gotta love...

Football players line up to warm up at Oregon State's Prothro Field on July 30 during the first day of fall camp. OSU's first game is Aug. 30 against California.

It’s that time

Staff predicts upcoming season
Nikolas Munoz and Josh Cande
August 11, 2025

Editor's Note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. Nik: The wait is over, the never-ending offseason is coming to a close, and that means only one thing:...

Corvallis community gathers for peace

Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
August 6, 2025

The Corvallis community’s efforts to honor those lost in the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings does not stop at the city's commemoration, as this Saturday at the Corvallis museum, Family Peace Day aims...

Remembering our past

Corvallis’ Hiroshima, Nagasaki Commemoration
Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
July 14, 2025

Eighty years ago history changed forever. The United States military dropped atomic bombs on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan.  Now, Corvallis reflects on the tragic events and honors the...

And that makes nine

And that makes nine

The return of the Pac-12
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Columnist
July 14, 2025

Editor’s Note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. Nearly a year after beginning the search, the Pac-12 conference will make its grand return with its...

OSU players AJ Hutcheson, Canon Reeder and Trent Caraway (left to right)
hold the NCAA Super Regionals trophy after their victory. Oregon State looks to repeat success in the 2026 Campaign, which starts Feb. 13.

OSU at Omaha

A recap of the beavers world series run
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
July 14, 2025

After a season to remember, the Oregon State baseball team took to Omaha, Nebraska in mid-June for the Men’s College World Series and did their best to leave their mark. “I’m incredibly proud,...

Graphic courtesy of Pac-12 Conference. Note: Texas State logo not depicted.

The Pac is back

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
June 27, 2025

Editor’s note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. After months of uncertainty, the Pac-12 athletics conference is officially set to make its grand...

The Oregon State Baseball team celebrate their win over Florida State with their fans. The Beavers beat the Seminoles 5-4 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis on June 6, 2025.

Beavers on the biggest stage

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
June 16, 2025

After a triumphant finish to their season, the Oregon State University baseball team finds itself on the brink of greatness in the NCAA College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.  Recently, the Beavers...

From catching to batting

From catching to batting

Wilson Weber gives all in final season
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Columnist
June 3, 2025

Editor’s note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. With the regular season over, many stars of the Oregon State Baseball team are saying their final...

OSU QB Maalik Murphy (6) throws to one of his wide recievers down field. The Beavers showed some good skills during their spring game at Reeser Stadium in Corvallis on April 19, 2025.

Orange cashes in: NIL changes game at OSU

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
May 5, 2025

Editor’s note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. Since its inception, Name, Image and Likeness has caused several headline events to happen every...

Junior INF Jacob Krieg rounds third and is waved home against Oregon at Goss
Stadium on April 29, 2025. The Beavers were able to stay ahead of Oregon’s scoring in the early innings, but could not find answers later in the game.

Rivalry matchup to the wire, OSU loses 8-4

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
April 29, 2025

The rivalry-series finds its way to Corvallis. The Oregon State Beavers came so close to pulling the upset against the visiting Oregon Ducks, but they fell short in an 8-4 loss.  The Beavers returned...

On April 14, 2025, Logan Hulon pitches in the third inning in a home game against Montana at Kelly Field. OSO had an amazing game winning 7-0 on this Monday morning.

OSU bests Grizzlies, 7-0 win

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
April 14, 2025

The Oregon State Beavers softball team was back at Kelly Field for their home seventh game in a row, taking down the University of Montana Grizzlies in dominating fashion, 7-0.   The Beavers continue...

OSU QB Maalik Murphy (6) gets ready to have the ball snapped to him for drills. The Beavers worked hard during their Tuesday morning practice on March 11, 2025 at Prothro Field in Corvallis.

QB1 touches down in Corvallis

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
April 10, 2025

After a year of turmoil at quarterback, Oregon State’s football team has found their needle mover: Maalik Murphy.  Watching organized football at any level can teach you many things, one being that...

The Pac-12 is … back?

The Pac-12 is … back?

Pac-12 future rests on one more addition
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Columnist
April 7, 2025

Editor’s note: This is a column and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Daily Barometer. Thought to be lost to the college sports world, the Pac-12 is looking to make its triumphant return...

OSU INF Tyce Peterson (54) slides into second base during their matchup against GCU. The Beavers took home the win 6-4 at Goss Stadium in Corvallis on March 14, 2025.

Rough return for the Beavs, 0-12 loss to UC

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
April 4, 2025

On a crisp Friday evening at Goss Stadium, the Oregon State Beavers baseball team suffered their first home loss of the season. Going out in a blow to the University of California at Irvine Anteaters...

Graphic by OMN Creative team. Photo by Kiarra Ruff.

World-class hoops

How international talent elevates OSU basketball
Nikolas Munoz, Sports Writer
March 4, 2025

It doesn’t matter which corner of the world they are from, the output of the overseas players on the Oregon State University men’s basketball team is undeniable to their winning formula.   “We...

Kelsey Rees (53) scans the court to pass the ball at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on Dec 3, 2024

The Beavers wrap the Tigers for the holidays

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Reporter
December 3, 2024

The cold and gloomy weather isn’t the only thing back in Corvallis, as the Oregon State Women's Basketball team is back in Gill Coliseum and earned a win, 63-56, on Tuesday afternoon. The Beavers...

AJ Marotte (#11) of the OSU WBB team shoots a layup with ease against the Cal Bears in Gill Coliseum in Corvallis on March 2.

Women’s Beavers basketball set to return

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2024

With their historic 2023-24 season in the rearview mirror, the Oregon State University women's basketball team coming off an Elite Eight appearance, look to repeat their success for their 2024-25 season.  After...

Corvallis to celebrate Caturday

Nikolas Munoz, Reporter
November 6, 2024

Corvallis Parks and Recreation will host Caturday in partnership with Heartland Humane Shelter and Care this Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Corvallis Community Center.  All cats must be on a...

Quarterback Gevani McCoy (4) surveys the field in the pocket. Oct 19, 2024

Beavers aim for rebound against Berkeley

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Reporter
October 25, 2024

Oregon State’s homecoming weekend was soured by the Las Vegas Rebels in a 33-25 loss at home. Now, the Beavers seek a rebound performance on the road against the California Golden Bears this week. “Moving...

The Oregon State Beavers celebrate after a successful play in OSU’s game against Purdue in Reser Stadium on Sept 21 in Corvallis.

Oregon State stumps Purdue, in 38-21 victory

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Reporter
September 21, 2024

On September 21, The Oregon State Beavers defeated the Purdue Boilermakers to the tune of 38-21 win at home to advance to 3-1.  The Oregon State Beavers welcomed over 30,000 fans, for their “striped...

Thomas Ferroggiaro runs home and scores against the Portland Pickles at Goss Stadium in Corvallis OR on July 27 2024.

Knights sour the Sweets with shutout win

Nikolas Munoz, Sports Contributor
August 1, 2024

As the sun set on the final day of July, the Corvallis Knights earned a 14-0 win against the Walla Walla Sweets in front of their home crowd at Goss Stadium at Coleman Field. Improving to 36-12, earning...

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