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Sacramento State men’s soccer players leap to block a free kick against Cal Poly, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. After jumping out to an early lead, the Hornets conceded a goal, and the match resulted in a draw.

Hornets gallop early and stumble in a draw against the Mustangs

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer October 17, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer secured a key point in the Big West Conference standings as they drew against Cal Poly at home on Wednesday. The Hornets were given five yellow cards in their match against the Mustangs.
Senior linemen Dean Abdullah and Kenndel Riley get ready to fire off the ball and create running lanes for the running backs against Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The Hornet offensive line has been dominant this season, helping rack up 234.7 rushing yards per game.

Preventing a Bear attack: Sac State takes on Northern Colorado for homecoming

Cynsere Kelly, Staffer October 17, 2025
Sacramento State looks to pick up a win in its homecoming game against the visiting Northern Colorado Bears.
Launching the ball down the field in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho, redshirt junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier has been vital for the Hornets this season Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2025. Palmatier made 10 saves in the 6-0 defeat to Weber State on Oct. 12.

Nightmare on Weber Street: Hornets receive thrashing from the Wildcats

Elisha Chandra, Staffer October 16, 2025
Looking to get back on the win column, Sacramento State looked to Weber State as an opportunity to make a statement in the Big Sky Conference. That all changed, however, as the Hornets conceded four goals in the first half and two goals in the second half.
Victoria Marthaler celebrating with Greta Davis Sept. 20, 2025. The Hornets will be back at home Thursday at 7 p.m. against Montana.

The North Remembers: Hornets fall to Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona

Alex Grado, Staffer October 15, 2025
The Hornets stumbled on their road trip losing back-to-back, but Victoria Marthaler’s breakout season continued.
Junior forward Zac Giles sends in a freekick in a match at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Sac State fell short of their comeback efforts by a score of 1-0.

Run down in Riverside: Hornets collapse against the Highlanders

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer October 15, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer team got shut out on their road loss to UC Riverside on Saturday. The Hornets mustered four shots on goal and fell to 0-3-1 in Big West Conference play.
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.

GALLERY: Sacramento State basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness

Chris D. Johnson, Andrew A. Brown, and Logan Chrisp October 13, 2025
Fans gathered to watch Hornet Madness at The Nest on Friday to build hype for the men’s and women’s basketball teams’ upcoming campaigns. The event also officially signaled the finale of Hornet basketball at the venue.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.

Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State

Jack Dann, Sports Editor October 12, 2025
Sacramento State football trounced the Weber State Wildcats, 55-27, overcoming a mountain monsoon on the road for their first Big Sky win.
Junior forward Micaela Romo getting ready to strike the ball in the 5-0 victory against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Sacramento State failed to continue their attacking prowess against Idaho State as they lost to the Bengals 3-0 in Idaho on Oct. 9.

Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho

Elisha Chandra, Sports Staffer October 11, 2025
Starting the day off at the top of the table, the Hornets looked to their next meeting against Idaho State as an opportunity to separate themselves further from the rest of the pack. The second half clinic from the Bengals resulted in a 3-0 defeat for the Hornets, with both sides breathing down each other’s necks throughout the game.

Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams

Incoming Sacramento State transfer guard Mikey Williams has joined the men’s basketball team for the 2025-26 season under new head coach Mike Bibby.
Junior defender Nick Strangio dribbles up the pitch at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Hornets would fall to the Roadrunners by a score of 1-0.

Hornets escape the Matadors’ cape to force a late game draw

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer October 9, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer team battled back down two goals against CSU Northridge on Wednesday. Scoring two goals in the second half, the Hornets would go on to draw the match by a score of 2-2.
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