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Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against Pacific Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Archer finished the game with 13 kills.

The Hornets keep The Nest abuzz and win the Central Cal Challenge at home

Alex Grado, Staffer September 24, 2025
Sac State volleyball get their fourth straight win and goes for a clean sweep at home against CSU Bakersfield, Pacific and Fresno State.
Sophomore midfielder Hiroshi Yang taking his penalty kick against Saint Mary’s Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. The Hornets would go on to draw their last nonconference match of the season against the Gaels by a score of 1-1.

Grit against the Gaels: Sac State overcomes a one goal deficit to force a draw

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer September 24, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer team steal a tie against Saint Mary’s on Friday. Led by blazing substitutes, the Hornets claw their way back to regain control of the game, overcoming a one goal deficit to secure the moral victory.
Freshman defender Aryana Martinez fights for the ball in the 2-0 defeat to UC Davis Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. In her first season, Martinez has stepped into the spotlight due to an injury to fifth-year defender Sydney Sharts.

Two steps forward, two steps back: Hornets get stunned by Causeway rivals

Elisha Chandra, Staffer September 22, 2025
Back at Hornet Field before conference play begins, Sac State women’s soccer was hoping for a bounce back after the 2-0 defeat against UC Santa Barbara, but they again faced defeat to Causeway rivals UC Davis.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams punches in one of his two touchdowns in Sac State’s win over Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Williams racked up over 300 total yards and three touchdowns for his strongest game as a Hornet.

Go-ing, Go-ing, Gone: Sac State steamrolls Central Arkansas in final nonconference bout

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 21, 2025
The Go-Go offense finds its stride against Central Arkansas, and Sacramento State football pulls to 2-2 ahead of the Big Sky campaign next week.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams throws a pass with two defenders in his face for a completion against Mercyhurst Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Williams shined in this game with 176 yards passing and an additional 52 yards on the ground for three total touchdowns.

Running full speed ahead: the Hornets focus next on the Bears

Cynsere Kelly, Sports Staffer September 19, 2025
Sacramento State looks to win back-to-back games as the Central Arkansas Bears come to Hornet Stadium.
Sacramento State women’s soccer team gathers in a huddle before their game against San Jose State on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The game was freshman goalkeeper Cynthia Waller’s last appearance before the game against UC Santa Barbara on Sept. 14.

Gauchos run wild: Sac State has no answer for UC Santa Barbara’s possession dominance

Elisha Chandra, Staffer September 17, 2025
Coming off a two-game win streak, Sac State looks to keep the momentum against the Big West’s top side, UC Santa Barbara. The Gauchos’ dominance in possession is too much for Sac State to handle as the Hornets face defeat for the fifth time this season.
The Hornets share a moment together during their last home tournament at The Nest Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. The Hornets went 0-3 but have another chance to improve their home record on Sept. 18, as they kick off the Central Cal Challenge. (Photo courtesy of Bob Solorio / Sacramento State Athletics)

Sac State serves up a 2-1 weekend in their Beantown debut

Alex Grado, Staffer September 17, 2025
Sac State volleyball team’s first ever trip to Boston College proves successful with wins over Dartmouth and Albany.
Sophomore forward Sean Battistessa talks to the referee during the game against San Jose State University Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The Hornets lost by two goals.

A Slip in San Francisco: Hornets stumble to the finish line against the Dons

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer September 16, 2025
Men’s soccer took a hard hit in San Francisco on Monday. The Hornets only got three shots on net. The three-nil final was filled with costly mistakes and missed opportunities.
Sophomore running back Damian Henderson II celebrates in the end zone Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Henderson scored three touchdowns, as Sac State beat Mercyhurst 49-28.

No Mercy: Sac State’s ‘Go-Go’ offense explodes in home opener

Jack Dann, Sports Editor September 14, 2025
Sacramento State football blows out Mercyhurst 49-28 after a high-octane second half.
Attacking down the right-hand side in a previous game against Hawaii, Sacramento State junior forward Tea Reyes’ impressive form this season continues as she gets the only goal in the away win against Cal State Northridge Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. The game featured 25 shots from the Matadors to the Hornets’ 11.

Reyes spectacular: Sacramento State leaves Northridge with a win for the first time in school history

Elisha Chandra, Staffer September 13, 2025
With a resilient defensive display and a moment of magic from junior forward Tea Reyes, Sac State ends up winning a second consecutive game for the first time since the opening two games of the season. The Hornets faced 25 shots against Cal State Northridge but ultimately held up in the end to get the away win.
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