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Cynsere Kelly

Cynsere Kelly, Sports Staffer

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Cynsere Kelly is a senior journalism major entering his second semester at The State Hornet. With experience in the sports field and broadcasting, he’s looking to be a double threat in both areas. His interests include: obsessing over sports, singing R&B music and throwing strikes in bowling.

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Junior quarterback Cardell Williams and sophomore running back Damian Henderson II embrace after a successful drive against Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Both contributed on the ground, with Henderson adding 141 yards and Williams adding in 66 of his own, for the majority of the 274 yards rushed against Central Arkansas.

High-riding Hornets prepare to take on the Mustangs

“The goal is to remain confident while overcoming adversities.”
Cynsere Kelly, Sports Staffer
September 26, 2025
Sacramento State football looks forward to a home game against Cal Poly after winning two straight games.
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

“We're aiming for perfection and hoping that we hit excellence on the way there.”
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.
Senior running back Jamar Curtis and senior running back Rodney Hammond, Jr. celebrate an early touchdown against Nevada Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Curtis and Hammond, Jr. led an improved Sac State rushing attack in a 20-17 loss to the Nevada Wolf Pack.

Sac State starving for home cooking at start of three-game homestand

“It's time to put on a show for the city of Sacramento’’
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
September 12, 2025
Sacramento State looks to get its groove going at home against Mercyhurst after facing its toughest opponents on the road to start the season.
Offensive line coach Kris Richardson talks to his linemen after practice Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025. Sacramento State faces off against Nevada on Saturday, Sept. 6.

Hornets look to be underdogs in clash against the Wolf Pack

‘You learn how to be a champion by playing a champion’
Cynsere Kelly and Jack Dann
September 4, 2025
The Hornets head to Reno to face off against Nevada on Saturday, an opportunity to bounce back and make a statement against an FBS opponent.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: ASI election results, International student visa revoked, CFA protest and sports

The State Hornet Broadcast dives into the most recent news on campus such as the ASI election results, the revocation of international students’ visas, California Faculty Association protests, sports and more.
Junior outfielder Faith Epperson yells in celebration after stealing third base Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Sac State won this game soundly, ending 9-1 against Pacific.

Bats as hot as the weather: Hornets win big versus Pacific

Sac State scores nine runs in quick regular season finale
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
May 6, 2025
Sac State softball beat Pacific in its final game before Big Sky Conference tournament play.
The Hornets celebrate one of their 26 runs Friday, April 25, 2025. Sac State added 38 runs total in its weekend sweep of Montana.

Sac State freshmen lead the way in series sweep versus Montana

Hornets break the team record with 60 homers on the season
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
April 30, 2025
Sac State softball sweeps the Montana Griz to gain bye in Big Sky Conference tournament.
Freshman third baseman Madison Evers-Lyles gets ready to make a play towards first base for an out Friday, April 18, 2025. The Hornets split on this day, but Evers-Lyles dominated, adding in two runs and a home run on the day.

A bright spot in a series loss: Hornets’ head coach wins her 300th game

Sac State gets an important win for its coach but goes 1-3 in their past four games
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
April 24, 2025
Sac State softball loses the battle for second place in the Big Sky Conference versus Weber State.
Junior outfielder Lafulafu Malepeai lines up to bat against Northern Colorado Saturday, April 12, 2025. Malepeai was vital in Sacramento State’s sweep of Northern Colorado.

Taking honey from a Bear: Sac State sweeps Northern Colorado

Sac State gets back over .500 in home series, scoring over five runs in each game
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
April 16, 2025
Sac State wins its home series against Northern Colorado to jump into second place in the Big Sky Conference standings.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: ASI Children’s Center, Antisemitism Investigation, Sac State’s budget deficit and sports

Skylar Findlay
April 15, 2025
The State Hornet Broadcast brings the latest news at Sac State, including allegations against the ASI Children’s center director, discoveries of asbestos in lecture halls, Luke Wood’s response to the announced $37 million budget deficit and sports.
Junior pitcher Danyelle Leone throws a pitch vs Fresno State Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Her two strikeouts helped in the Hornets’ 3-2 comeback win.

Sac State brings the momentum home, dominating on the road before beating Fresno State

The Hornets go 3-1 in a 4-game slate with two wins on the road and one at home.
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
April 11, 2025
Sac State softball gets Big Sky Conference road wins versus Portland State and a win at home vs Fresno State.
Sophomore pitcher Alexa Ortiz prepares to close the third and final game of a series against Idaho State Saturday, March 29, 2025. With the Hornets leading 2-1 at the top of the sixth, Ortiz relieved senior pitcher Caroline Evans and forced two outs with a 1-2-3 double play.

Better late than never: Sac State avoids sweep against Idaho State

Hornets’ hitting woes continue, only scoring 3 runs in 3 games
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
April 4, 2025
Sac State softball loses its first Big Sky Conference series 1-2 against the Idaho State Bengals.
Junior outfielder Faith Epperson slides into home plate after sprinting from second to add a run for the Hornets Sunday, March 23, 2025. The team lost its home series 0-3 versus Loyola Marymount.

Sac State suffers frustrating series loss versus Loyola Marymount

Hornets struggle to finish games and get swept in home series
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
March 27, 2025
Sac State softball loses three games against the Loyola Marymount Lions.
Freshman utility player Madison Evers-Lyles throws a heater to first base to get an out Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The team played stellar defense in a 10-2 win versus Columbia.

Sac State schools Ivy League Columbia in blowout to start homestand

Hornets score over four runs twice to slam cage shut on Lions
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
March 20, 2025
Sac State starts off strong in a rout of Ivy League Columbia to warm up for a 7-game homestand before they start Big Sky Conference play in April.
Sac State’s softball team huddles up in the sun before a rainy game versus Cal Berkeley Thursday, March 13, 2025. The Hornets only managed five hits against the Golden Bears and ultimately lost 11-1.

Sac State hits dry spell in erratic rainy-day matchup against Cal 

Sac State scores just one run in brutal non-conference loss
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
March 17, 2025
Sac State loses in a rain-filled week to the California Golden Bears, with time to bounce back on Tuesday against Colombia.
The team celebrates after a 2-run home run by freshman Alexa Carino against UC Davis Thursday, Feb. 26, 2025. The homerun sealed a 6-5 comeback win.

Sac State’s offense flipped hot to cold in a flurry of games

Hornets go 4-3 during a long weekend filled with highs and lows
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
March 6, 2025
Sacramento State goes 4-3 in a 7-game frenzy, capping off with a win against Causeway rival UC Davis.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports

Skylar Findlay and Madison Flewellyn
March 6, 2025
The State Hornet Broadcast dives into recent news about student and community protests, including “Students in Solidarity” and Project 2025. The State Hornet also covers recent news of the removal of ASI’s vice president, the announcement of artificial intelligence powering CSUs and sports.
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Hive Scores: Black History Month Special

Taking a look at BLeBRiTY, Hair Nah and other games from Black developers
Jeremy Brown and Cynsere Kelly
February 28, 2025
Jeremy and Cynsere discuss games from developer Strange Scaffold, a charades game focused on black culture and a free flash game about stopping white people from touching your hair.
Former Sac State third baseman Lewa Day rounds the bases Saturday, April 27, 2024. Day has returned as a graduate assistant to help coach the Hornets while pursuing her master’s degree.

Former softball great returns home to coach while finishing master’s degree

Lewa Day will continue to leave her mark as a Hornet
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
February 26, 2025
Former Sacramento State softball star Lewa Day returns home to coach former teammates as she pursues a master’s degree.
Senior pitcher Caroline Evans delivers a pitch Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. Evans received Big Sky Conference Pitcher of the Week after totaling 18 strikeouts during her two wins this weekend.

Sac State Softball dominates going 3-1 as hosts of the NorCal Kickoff

The Hornets’ captains were key contributors to the team’s success
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer
February 12, 2025
Sacramento State hosted the NorCal Kickoff tournament, going 3-1 to start the season.
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