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Protestors stand in solidarity on the steps of the California State Capitol on Wednesday Sept. 21, 2022. The protesters urge Gov. Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 2183, which was endorsed by President Biden, according to a statement on Sept. 4.
GALLERY: Swipe to see the United Farm Workers efforts at the California State Capitol Building
Sacramento State’s annual Job & Internship Fair brought students into the University Union Ballroom on Sept. 27, 2022. The event gave Hornets the opportunity to meet with potential employers about internship and job opportunities in the greater Sacramento area. (Graphic made in Canva by Alexis Hunt)
Hornets for hire: Job and internship fair provides opportunity for student employment
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Pride Center coordinator Tranh Pham (middle right) and other students at the Pride Center on Tuesday, Sept 20, 2022. “Im really grateful that I am privileged to have amazing staff and volunteers and community members in the pride center who are adding to the collective wisdom and experience other students get to have,” Pham said.
‘A dream come true’: Sac State’s Pride Center puts on events to promote inclusivity
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
The State Hornet compiled the results of our spring 2022 diversity audit. The audit found that each section had over half of its stories focused or centered on underrepresented communities. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum).
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2022 end-of-year-audit results
Women in Business board members (From top to bottom) Tamara Muomua, Shivani Kumar, Harmeen Kaur, Karina Garza Plasencia. The goal of Women in Business is to provide female business majors at Sac State with resources and opportunities to boost their professional development, according to its board members. Photo by Uche Esomonu)
All-female club seeks to reclaim business field for women
Sacramento State’s annual Job & Internship Fair brought students into the University Union Ballroom on Sept. 27, 2022. The event gave Hornets the opportunity to meet with potential employers about internship and job opportunities in the greater Sacramento area. (Graphic made in Canva by Alexis Hunt)
Hornets for hire: Job and internship fair provides opportunity for student employment
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Third-year business administration major Felipe Carrillo stands in front of the Welcome Center on Sept. 16. The Welcome Center will have a voting center available from Nov. 5 through Election Day Nov. 8.
Preparing Sac State students to vote in the upcoming midterm election
Sixth-year art education major Selena Rios Brown poses in the University Union Sept. 13, 2022. She frequently gives away items such as clothing with the help of the Hornet Reuse app.
Sac State app aids campus community with free item exchange
Srinjay Verma, the creator of Buzly, shows off his newest launch: Buzly 2.0 outside the Riverfront Center on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022. According to Verma, students can expect the launch of Buzly 2.0 in the next couple of weeks.
Buzly app taking California universities by swarm
Newly elected ASI Government candidates pose for a group picture following the announcement of the voting results on Thursday April 7, 2022. The candidates will be serving their term from 2022-2023.
Sac State ASI election winners announced after voting draws 9.6% turnout
Sarah Budean, a junior with an undeclared major, sits in front of the University Union on Monday, April 4, 2022. Though she said she didn’t know much about the upcoming ASI board elections, Budean offered her thoughts on what an ideal candidate should do to earn more votes.
Rock the vote? Students know little to nothing about ASI elections
Elaine Vang, who is majoring in public health studies at Sacramento State, studies at the AIRC at Sac State on Feb. 21. Vang said she used the previous HEERF grant funds to pay for bills and textbooks. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
CHA-CHING: Final HEERF grant to be distributed to Sac State students
Sacramento State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills discusses grants for students in the spring 2022 semester at an Associated Students Inc. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. The university will be disbursing $20 million total to students after the fourth week of the semester.
Sac State students will receive another HEERF grant in spring 2022
Sacramento State is getting $2.2 million dollars from California to go toward the university’s Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) and Crisis Assistance & Resource Education Support (CARES) office respectively, according to Associate Vice President of SHCS Joy Stewart-James and Associated Students Inc. director of natural sciences and mathematics Isha Bindal.
Sac State to receive $2.2 million in state funding for mental health services, basic needs
Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Second-year business major Shelly Zalezniak stands in front of the Riverfront Center on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Zalezniak said students outside of her club reached out to her after the swastikas were found, showing support for the Jewish community on campus.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
The man arrested in the chase drove through the on-campus apartment complex dodging buildings and pedestrians on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Sacramento sheriffs followed the suspect into the Hornet Commons parking lot before making an arrest.
Man arrested after leading police in high-speed chase through student living
(Left to right) Sacramento State Police Department Lieutenant Christina Lofthouse, Chief Chet Madison Jr. and Lieutenant Harvey Woo speak at the department’s “meet the chief event” in Sac State’s University Union on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. Madison discussed incidents of excessive force on campus and talked about being accessible to the campus community. Photo of Lofthouse, Madison and Woo by Kris Hall. Background photo by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva by Ayaana Williams.
Sac State police Chief Chet Madison addresses concerns in public dialogue at forum
Chet Madison Jr., Sacramento State Police Department’s new chief, speaks with The State Hornet regarding his plans for the department on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Students say they want Madison to focus on anti-racism, safety and outreach to the campus community.
Sac State Police Chief Chet Madison Jr. responds to anti-racism, police brutality
Protestors stand in solidarity on the steps of the California State Capitol on Wednesday Sept. 21, 2022. The protesters urge Gov. Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 2183, which was endorsed by President Biden, according to a statement on Sept. 4.
GALLERY: Swipe to see the United Farm Workers efforts at the California State Capitol Building
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
David Moore parado fuera del Salón Tahoe de Sacramento State el viernes, Nov. 12, 2021. Como uno de los único profesores Afro-Americano en la administración de negocio en Sac State, Moore dijo que él ha experienciado más “frío en aislamiento” después de hablar sobre su experiencia siendo perfilado racialmente.
‘Dejen de tener miedo’: Facultad Afro-Americano urge a Sac State a llamar al racismo en campus
Sophomore quarterback Kaiden Bennett fires up a deep throw as the starting defense rushes after him during practice on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Sac State is seeking their first 4-0 start for the second time in program history.
PREVIEW: Sac State Football opens Big Sky Conference play against Cal Poly
The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0 victory against the Bengals.
Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
[L-R] Sac State athletic director Mark Orr and newly hired Sac State men’s basketball coach David Patrick pose with a jersey during a press conference Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Sac State Welcome Center. Patrick is set to lead the Hornet program after most recently serving as an assistant with the Oklahoma Sooners last season.
Sac State formally introduces David Patrick as new men’s basketball head coach
Newly hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick on the sideline coaching his team in a photo released by Sac State athletics Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Patrick was announced as the Hornets’ next head coach Tuesday after previously serving as a lead assistant with University of Oklahoma.
Sacramento State announces David Patrick as next head men’s basketball coach
[FILE PHOTO] Interim head coach Brandon Laird during practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State. Lairds contract expired on March 31 as Sac State has finalized a deal with David Patrick to become their next head coach.
‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach
[FILE PHOTO] David Patrick coaching with Oklahoma Sooners in a photo sent by Hornet Athletics Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Patrick is finalizing a deal to become head coach of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team per report.
REPORT: Sac State men’s basketball team hiring former Oklahoma assistant coach as next head coach
Interim head coach Brandon Laird walking near the bench Thurs., Feb. 26, 2022 against the Idaho Vandals. Laird is being considered heavily for the head coaching vacancy if he chooses to apply.
Sac State men’s basketball set to launch search for next coach
The 2022 Seniors (L-R) Keith Torres, Trevor Doyle, Martin Vincelli-Simard, Brady Rodriguez, Dawsen Bacho, Brady Rodriguez, Steven Moretto and Nick Iwasa pose at John Smith Field on Sunday, May 15, 2022 as they were honored during Senior Day. “There’s a lot of memories you have with these guys,” Hornet manager Reggie Christiansen said. “Some of these guys have been here six years.”
SERIES RECAP: Hornets take three from Utah Valley in first conference sweep
Sophomores Cesar Valero (left) and Josh Rolling pose in a tree near the River Front Center on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Both Valero and Rolling transferred to Sac State as sophomores and have found a spot in the Hornets lineup.
Sac State baseball sparks friendship for two slugging sophomores
Dawson Bacho posing in the bleachers at the Sac State baseball field. Bacho is set to graduate this spring after a tremendous career at Sac State.
Living The Dream: How baseball impacted Dawsen Bacho and his family
[FILE PHOTO] Sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws against California Baptist on Friday, April 29, 2022 at John Smith Field. Saul threw his first complete game in a 121-pitch effort in Fridays win over Grand Canyon University.
SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball couldn’t hold lead Sunday, drop two-of-three to GCU
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Sophomore quarterback Kaiden Bennett fires up a deep throw as the starting defense rushes after him during practice on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Sac State is seeking their first 4-0 start for the second time in program history.
PREVIEW: Sac State Football opens Big Sky Conference play against Cal Poly
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sac State football running through team drills at practice Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022, at Hornet Stadium. The Hornets are taking a trip to Fort Collins, Colorado for a clash with Colorado State on Saturday.
PREVIEW: Sac State looks for first 3-0 start in 30 years against Colorado State
Sac State starting quarterback Asher OHara, his girlfriend Savai Calloway and their son Elias OHara on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 at Curtis Park in Land Park. The three moved from Tennessee to Sacramento to pursue O’Hara’s football career.
Under center and over the crib: Sac State quarterback balances football and fatherhood
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Cagnei Duncan runs during the 2021 cross-country Mark Covert Classic for Sacramento State on Sept. 4, 2021. She said that this past season, her 10th season running competitively overall, was her favorite season. (Photo courtesy of Cagnei Duncan)
Cross-country runner makes Sac State history
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Sports editor Shaun Holkko and copy editor Robbie Pierce. Both of these State Hornet editors participated in sports they felt had lower profiles in high school.
SPORTS PODCAST: Stories of underrepresented sports
Sac State cross country coach David Monk and a few members of the womens team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
FILE: Sophomore defender Alejandro Padilla defends against Loyola Marymounts graduate student midfielder Leo Zulli at the Hornet field on Thursday, Sept. 8. The Hornets went down a man against LMU but still secured the win at home.
Sac State men’s soccer draws 2-2 against UNLV in Vegas
Freshman defender Justin Faison and sophomore middle fielder Ali Sasankhan are defending against a Utah Tech forward Friday, Sept. 16 at Greater Zion Stadium. Sac State has matched their five-win total from 2021 seven games into this season with the 1-0 win against the Trailblazers.
Sac State men’s soccer winning streak extends to three games
Freshman midfielder Madelyn Dougherty brings the ball up-field against the Washington defense Thursday, Sept. 15, at Hornet Soccer Field. Sac State suffered a 3-0 loss against the 22nd-ranked Huskies as the Hornets are winless on the year.
Sac State suffers fourth straight defeat in 3-0 loss against Washington
Freshman shortstop Nikki Barboza posing at Shea Stadium on Monday, May 16, 2022. Barboza has a batting average of .316 this season.
Sac State softball shortstop thrived in her first season despite the positional switch
Junior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitches against Southern Utah University at Shea Stadium on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Bertuccio was nearly unhittable this weekend as she threw a no-hitter in her first win; she threw five scoreless innings in her second win to complete the sweep.
No-hitter! Sac State softball team sweeps Southern Utah University
[File Photo] Junior second baseman Rylee Gresham lays down a bunt against Portland State. Gresham was able to score a run this weekend as a pinch-runner against Weber State.
Sacramento State softball swept on the road by Weber State
Lewa Day rounds the bases as she hits her 12th home run of the season against the University of Montana on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Shea Stadium. Day had five hits in 10 plate appearances.
Breaking records! Sac State softball sweeps University of Montana
Marissa Bertuccio poses in front of the Hornet Athletic Center on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Bertuccio has won three Big Sky Conference pitcher of the week awards so far this season.
Sac State softball pitcher’s journey to team’s ace
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sacramento State track and field throwers Shantel Nnaji (left) and Erin Whelan (right) pose in front of Tahoe Hall Friday, April 29, 2022. Both have made their names in Sac State track and field history through succeeding in record-breaking throws.
Breaking Sac State records two throwers at a time
Sacramento State Sophomore sprinter LaTrouchka Duke poses at Hornet Stadium track on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Duke has recently placed second in the 60 meter Big Sky championship finale.
Sac State Track and Field sophomore sprinter makes strong return
Devonn Johnson and teammate keep the lead on San Jose State at Sacramento States Hornet Invitational at Hornet Stadium on Saturday March 20, 2021. Sacramento State’s relay team placed second against San Jose.
Photo Gallery: Sac State Track and field team hosts Hornet Invitational
Setter Ashtin Olin sets the ball for teammates Bridgette Smith or Sarah Falk to spike during the third set of Sacramento State’s last game at home against Portland State University at the Nest Sunday, March 13, 2021. The Hornets lost the match against Portland State with a final score of 3-1.
SWARM REPORT MARCH 13: Rough day for Sac State sports, all teams lose
Maddy Ferreros stands in front of the Sac State tennis court after finishing her training on April 20, 2022. She was named the Big Sky Conference womens tennis co-player of the week on April 5, 2022.
Sacramento State women’s tennis newcomer gleams in first season
Sac State junior Ori Maior serving against Montana State Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the Bobcat-Anderson Tennis Center. The Hornets dropped their regular-season finale against the Bobcats 7-0.
Sac State’s Men’s Tennis suffers massive loss at Montana State
Sac State sophomore Rudolfs Aksenoks returns a serve to teammate Mate Voros on the other side of the court, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, Asenoks is 4-0 this season in singles matches.
PREVIEW: Sac State’s men’s tennis team faces Saint Mary’s after two straight losses.
Freshmen Rudolfs Aksenoks and Jan Silva fist bumping during their doubles set against Saint Mary’s Friday, March 12, at the Sac State tennis courts. The men’s tennis team lost the match 4-1.
Sac State men’s tennis continues struggle of recruiting U.S. players
Senior forward Julia Herrera plays keep away against Eastern Washington player Brittany Deldrige in the opening of Big Sky Conference play Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Sac State soccer stadium. Herrera claimed 1 of the 5 total shots taken by Sac State.
Swarm Report March 19: All wins and ties for Sac State teams on Friday
The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0 victory against the Bengals.
Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State
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Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
Senior middle blocker Cianna Andrews poses with a ball in hand inside the Sacramento State volleyball team’s practice gym on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2021. Andrews recently returned to the team after recovering from an injury and was named Big Sky defensive player of the week in October.
Sac State volleyball player finds ‘structure’ and ‘fulfillment’ in sport
Sacramento State volleyball’s sophomore middle blocker Kalani Hayes (12) and sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) face off with Portland State senior setter Ally Wada (4) at the Hornets Nest on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big Sky tournament in a 3-2 loss against Portland State in the Big Sky conference tournament hosted in Utah on Thursday.
Sac State volleyball knocked out of Big Sky tournament by Portland State
Sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) gets ready to send the ball to the Montana Grizzlies defense at the Hornets Nest on Nov. 11, 2021. Smith had 13 kills and seven digs in the match against the Grizzlies.
Sac State volleyball sweeps Montana in Veterans Day matchup
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Joshua Livingston (left) playing a tournament match of Smash Brothers Ultimate against Jorge Costilla (right) at the games room on Friday Sept. 16, 2022. Few players were remaining as the competition was winding down.
Sac State’s Games Room tournaments are back in action!
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
Fourth-year students Andrew Diaz and Veronika Akopyan admire the behind-the-scenes photos in the exhibit on Sept. 19, 2022. The artwork was made by kids as young as six months.
From little hands come big ideas: More Than Just Scribbles showcases children’s art
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Raven Vance, an anthropology major in her junior year, stands next to her soap and bath products at the Stinger Expo on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Vance said that while bath bombs are usually the top sellers, her bar soaps were her most popular item at the event.
Inaugural Stinger Expo brings student entrepreneurship market to campus
Students take a break in between classes to paint on a long roll of paper in the Kadema Hall Courtyard on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Professors would stop by and draw as well or just look at the drawings the students had made.
Sac State’s first Pause & Paint provides a creative break from school stressors
Beatrice Laus, known as her stage name beabadoobee, takes the stage at Ace of Spades for her sold-out show Friday, April 22, 2022. She said she scheduled the tour date between her Coachella performances.
Artist beabadoobee brings chill, alternative melodies to Ace of Spades
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The Black History Month Arts & Crafters Event at The Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg, California on Sunday. Black artists and crafters appear at the show, as well as food vendors and wine tasting.
Celebrating Black History Month with arts, food and music at the Mill
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Customers order from Boba Loca inside the Arden Fair mall May 5, 2021. Workers, including assistant manager Lillian Phan, on the left behind the counter, push tea out to waiting customers.
“We’ve had to call security”: Sacramento boba shops brace for boba shortage, backlash
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Hosts Nijzel Dotson and Keyshawn Davis break down the latest single from Kendrick Lamars new album on this new episode of Keys N D Minor. (Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
‘The Heart Part 5’, ‘It’s Dry,’ ‘I Never Liked You’, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’: KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCAST
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
Jorja Smith performs on the Blume stage at Discovery Park in Sacramento on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Smith is an English singer-songwriter who was one of four women headliners at Sol Blume festival this year. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
GALLERY: Music for the soul to blossom
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
Gabriel (Anthony M. Person) calls on St. Peter to open the pearly gates at the close of ‘Fences’. Left to Right: Cathleen Riddley, Anthony M. Person, J’cyn Crawley, Sincee J. Daniels. (Photo courtesy of Cindy Lawton)
REVIEW: August Wilson’s ‘Fences’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
Isela Ortiz graduated from Sac State in 2012 with a journalism degree and is the founder and owner of Sac Dance Lab. The studio provides classes in commercial dance which were once exclusively available in larger cities like Los Angeles. Photos taken by Marin Perego. Graphic created in Canva by Marin Perego.
How a Sac State alumna moved from journalism to choreography
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Finding gender identity through theater: THE FANATIC FULCRUM
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
Ghostface returns in the 2022 “Scream” reboot/sequel in one of the most violent and brutal incarnations of the character the series has ever seen. The series has had its ups and downs overall in terms of critical and fan reception, but the new ‘requel’ film has proven to be generally well-received. (Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: The “Scream” franchise ranked from worst to best.
This year, there are 10 movies nominated for the Best Picture award. The Best Picture is known to be the highest honor at the Oscars.
OPINION- “And the Oscar goes to”: Sac State students weigh in on the best movies of 2021
Mei is a very outgoing and bold 13-year-old. She is about to discover what it means to be a teenager. (Photo: Turning Red, Pixar/Disney, 2022)
It’s all about Mei: ‘Turning Red’ review
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
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Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
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Graduation FAQ, Best of Sac State, mental health and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Former Sacramento State receiver Isiah Hennie tries to juke University of Incarnate Word freshman cornerback Marquis Britten Sept. 9, 2017 at Hornet Stadium. Hennie has spent the last four years searching for an opprotunity to play professional football. (Photo by Matthew Nobert. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico’s independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
A study by the Guttmacher Institute says that 68% of unintended pregnancies end in abortion, reflecting the strength of millions of women in their desire to avoid unplanned childbearing. . If the Supreme Court rules to overturn Roe v. Wade, it would disproportionately hurt low-income women (Illustration created through Canva by Anh Nguyen)
Opinion: Abortion restrictions won’t stop demand for women’s bodily rights
Lisa Cook was cleared out of the encampment on Howe and Fair Oaks on Monday, April 11, 2022 and is still lingering around the intersection on Friday, April 15, 2022. She said she lost pictures of her family and all of her reserves of food.
OPINION: Homeless people are people first
Women at Sacramento State walk around campus, their rights in the hands of a majority male US Senate, protected by a pro-choice California State Senate. Women at Sac State have more jurisdiction over their bodies than women in Texas, who have very little time to decide what’s best for them when they discover they are pregnant. Graphic made in Canva.
EDITORIAL: ‘Liberty and Justice for All’ means women, too
Joseph Castro speaks to Sacramento State over Zoom as well as in person during his first visit to the campus as Chancellor on Nov. 3, 2021. Castro lied about the constant Title IX violations of his Vice President of Student Affairs in order to become chancellor.
Editorial: Joseph Castro never deserved to be CSU Chancellor
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen addresses students in the crowd of California Faculty Association protestors at the University Union on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Nelsen said he could not get involved in the bargaining of CFA’s contracts. Photo of Nelsen taken by John Cabales. Graphic created in Canva.
EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign
The State Hornet Editorial Board urges Sac State students to vote no on the California gubernatorial recall election that could see Gavin Newsom ousted from office should it succeed. The election will take place Tuesday, Sept. 14.
EDITORIAL: Sac State students, you must vote no on the California recall election
According to the CDC, people ages 18-29 are responsible for 22.4% of COVID-19 cases in the United States as of March 4. That is 4,836,514 cases, the highest of any age group in the U.S.
EDITORIAL: Please, get the COVID vaccine
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” premiered in theaters on May 6, 2022. The film is an essential part of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline. Movie poster courtesy of Marvel Studios
Review: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
The titular Jason, played by C.J. Graham, after he is resurrected accidentally by Tommy Jarvis in “Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives.” After he is resurrected by lightning, Jason begins his rampage through the town of Forest Green, formerly known as Crystal Lake. (Courtesy of Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: Dying on the hill for ‘Jason Lives’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
Staff writer Jenelle Lum shows her appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She hopes to work at Marvel Studios for the franchise one day.
Avengers, assemble! Why the MCU is one of the greatest movie franchises
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
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The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0 victory against the Bengals.

[Photo] Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State

September 25, 2022

The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0...

Freshman midfielder Shaunee Egloria protecting Sac State’s possession against the Washington defense Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, at Hornet Soccer Field. The Hornets were shutout in 3-0 loss to the Huskies Thursday.

[Photo] Sac State suffers fourth straight defeat in 3-0 loss against Washington

September 17, 2022

Freshman midfielder Shaunee Egloria protecting Sac State’s possession against the Washington defense Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, at Hornet Soccer Field. The Hornets were shutout in 3-0 loss to the Huskies...

Sophomore Sac State running back Cameron Skattebo posing in the middle of Hornet Stadium Thursday, Sept.15, 2022. In week one of the 2022 Sac State football season against Utah Tech, Skattebo rushed for 153 yards, caught one touchdown, ran for a second and took an onside kick back for a third in the Hornets 56-33 win over the Trailblazers.

[Photo] ‘85 Yards or More’: High Expectations Drive Sac State Running Back

September 14, 2022

Sophomore Sac State running back Cameron Skattebo posing in the middle of Hornet Stadium Thursday, Sept.15, 2022. In week one of the 2022 Sac State football season against Utah Tech, Skattebo rushed for...

Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus

Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus

September 2, 2022

Multiple swastikas were found at Sacramento State, according to a campus-wide email sent Friday afternoon. The first swastika was found on a classroom wall Thursday, while the other was found Friday morning...

Senior Sac State Quarterback Jake Dunniway attempting a pass during practice Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022, at the Sac State practice field. The Sac State football team starts the year off with a week one matchup against Utah Tech at Hornet Stadium at 7:30 p.m PST.

[Photo] PREVIEW: Sac State football gears up for home opener against Utah Tech

September 2, 2022

Senior Sac State Quarterback Jake Dunniway attempting a pass during practice Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022, at the Sac State practice field. The Sac State football team starts the year off with a week one matchup...

Sophomore Hornet receiver Sawyer Merrill (15) getting upfield after a catch Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, during practice. The Hornets are gunning for their third straight Big Sky title as the season kicks off at Hornet Stadium against Utah Tech University Saturday, Sept. 3 at 6:00 p.m PST.

PREVIEW: Hornet football looks to bring home third straight Big Sky Championship

August 17, 2022
Sac State football returns as theHornets aim to defend the Big Sky title. Read more in The State Hornet preview here:
Dawson Bacho slides safely into base during a game against Seattle University. The Hornets played the Redhawks in a three-game series in Sacramento from Apr.15-17. (Photo by Dominique Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)

Sac State softball flies high into conference tourney, baseball looks to bounce back: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

May 12, 2022
Sports co-editor Jordan Latimore runs down the current state of the Sac State softball and baseball teams. He is later joined by co-editor Brandon Bailey to discuss the sports journalism experience.
[FILE PHOTO] Isnelle Natabou at the free-throw line against Seattle University ​​Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets were voted best women’s sports team in the 2022 Best of Sac State poll.

PODCAST: BOSS: Women’s basketball wins best female team

Sac State women’s basketball team reflects on great season
May 5, 2022
Hornet women’s basketball won best female sports team in the sixth annual Best of Sac State poll after a historic 14-win season under first-year head coach Mark Campbell
Sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero connects on a pitch against University of the Pacific at Klein Family Field in Stockton, California Tuesday, April 19,2022. Valero talked with State Hornet staffer Dylan McNeill about his baseball journey on the latest episode of the Swarm Report. (Photo by Dominique Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)

Sac State baseball and softball pick up wins, men’s tennis set for Big Sky tournament (ft. Cesar Valero): SWARM REPORT PODCAST

April 21, 2022
Sports co-editor Jordan Latimore is joined by Dylan McNeill and sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero to talk Sac State baseball on this week's Swarm Report.
[L-R] Sac State athletic director Mark Orr and newly hired Sac State men’s basketball coach David Patrick pose with a jersey during a press conference Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Sac State Welcome Center. Patrick is set to lead the Hornet program after most recently serving as an assistant with the Oklahoma Sooners last season.

Sac State formally introduces David Patrick as new men’s basketball head coach

April 15, 2022
David Patrick set to take over the men’s basketball program after recent stops with two power-five schools
Former interim head coach Brandon Laird, standing on the sideline during a game against Portland State Saturday, Jan. 26th, 2022 at the Nest. Laird was left frustrated by a lack of communication and clarity from Sac State Athletics. (Photo by Jordan Latimore. Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)

The messy departure of Coach Laird and bounce back wins for baseball and softball: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

April 6, 2022
Latimore is joined by sports co-editor Brandon Bailey to talk about Brandon Laird’s departure from Sac State men’s basketball.
Newly hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick on the sideline coaching his team in a photo released by Sac State athletics Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Patrick was announced as the Hornets’ next head coach Tuesday after previously serving as a lead assistant with University of Oklahoma.

Sacramento State announces David Patrick as next head men’s basketball coach

Former University of Oklahoma lead assistant looks to revamp Hornet men’s basketball program
April 5, 2022
Former Arkansas and Oklahoma assistant announced as incoming men’s basketball coach for Sac State. David Patrick aims to rebuild the men’s basketball program from the ground up.
[FILE PHOTO] Interim head coach Brandon Laird during practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State. Lairds contract expired on March 31 as Sac State has finalized a deal with David Patrick to become their next head coach.

‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach

April 5, 2022
The former interim head coach sounded off on a lack of professionalism from Mark Orr in the hiring process of the next coach
[FILE PHOTO] David Patrick coaching with Oklahoma Sooners in a photo sent by Hornet Athletics Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Patrick is finalizing a deal to become head coach of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team per report.

REPORT: Sac State men’s basketball team hiring former Oklahoma assistant coach as next head coach

David Patrick helped lead Arkansas to an elite eight appearance in 2021
April 2, 2022

The Sacramento State men’s basketball team is firm on hiring former Oklahoma associate head coach David Patrick to be the program’s next head coach, according to a report from Stadium’s Jeff Goodman. Sacramento...

The search for Sac State men’s basketball’s next head coach and the beginning of spring football: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

The search for Sac State men’s basketball’s next head coach and the beginning of spring football: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

March 31, 2022
This week on the Swarm Report, sports co-editor Brandon Bailey talks about how Sac State baseball and softball is faring in conference play, the state of the men’s basketball team’s head coaching search and the beginning of spring football.
Interim head coach Brandon Laird walking near the bench Thurs., Feb. 26, 2022 against the Idaho Vandals. Laird is being considered heavily for the head coaching vacancy if he chooses to apply.

Sac State men’s basketball set to launch search for next coach

Brandon Laird to be given fair shot at securing the job
March 18, 2022
The Hornets program has a lot more questions than answers for head coach, but they are moving:
Senior gymnast Amber Koeth posing in front of the Nest Wednesday, Feb. 9. Koeth earned first team all-MPSF on beam during the 2020 season.

[Photo] Sac State gymnast reflects on journey before her senior season

March 17, 2022

Senior gymnast Amber Koeth posing in front of the Nest Wednesday, Feb. 9. Koeth earned first team all-MPSF on beam during the 2020 season.

Baseball and softball struggling, rowing season begins: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

Baseball and softball struggling, rowing season begins: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

March 17, 2022
The baseball team and softball go through a rough patch and Lianna Tillman stops by to talk about her MVP season on this episode of the Swarm Report.
Senior forward Bryce Fowler and senior guard William FitzPatrick sit on the sideline after checking out for the final time in their second-round loss to Montana State on Thursday, March 10, 2022. The Hornets lost to the Bobcats 83-61 in the Big Sky tournament.

Sac State men’s basketball’s season ends in crushing 83-61 loss to Montana State

Hornets can’t hold on after valiant start
March 11, 2022
Hornets’ season ends in brutal fashion with loss to no.1 Bobcats
Head coach Mark Campbell and assistant coach Minyon Moore looking over the stats between quarters. Campbell and Moore led the Hornets to the biggest turnaround in program history.

[Photo] THE GRIND: Mark Campbell’s ascent to women’s basketball head coach at Sac State

March 9, 2022

Head coach Mark Campbell and assistant coach Minyon Moore looking over the stats between quarters. Campbell and Moore led the Hornets to the biggest turnaround in program history.

Senior forward Bryce Fowler goes for a layup against University of Idaho Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Idaho Central Arena. Fowler finished with 26 points in the Hornets’ 57-54 in the first round of the 2022 Big Sky men’s basketball tournament.

Sac State men’s basketball closes out thrilling 57-54 win against Idaho

Hornets hold off wild finish in first round of the Big Sky Tourney
March 9, 2022
Hornets hold off valiant comeback from the University of Idaho to move on to the second round:
Graduate guard Lianna Tillman attempts a floater against Weber State Monday, March 7, 2022 at Idaho Central Arena in Boise, Idaho. Tillman finished with 23 points in the Hornets’ season-ending loss to Weber State in the Big Sky Tournament.

[Photo] Sac State women’s basketball season ends with first-round upset

March 8, 2022

Graduate guard Lianna Tillman attempts a floater against Weber State Monday, March 7, 2022 at Idaho Central Arena in Boise, Idaho. Tillman finished with 23 points in the Hornets’ season-ending loss...

Sophomore forward Cameron Wilbon attempts a jumper against a Bobcat defender Thursday, March 3, 2022, in Worthington Arena. Wilbon finished with nine points in the Hornets’ 75-69 loss to the Bobcats.

Sac State men’s basketball’s winning streak snapped against Montana State

Hornets fall 75-69 in Bobcat Stadium after a three-game win
March 4, 2022
Hornets’ three-game winning streak snapped in Bozeman, Montana. Read the recap here:
Men’s basketball’s winning streak and baseball off to historic start: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

Men’s basketball’s winning streak and baseball off to historic start: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

March 3, 2022
On this edition of the Swarm Report, co-sports editor Jordan Latimore breaks down latest on the baseball team’s hot start to the season and the men’s basketball team’s 3-game winning streak.
Senior Forward Bryce Fowler brings the ball up the floor against Eastern Washington Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, in The Nest. Fowler put 26 points and six assists in his final game in the Nest as the Hornets earned their third straight win with an 81-75 victory over the Eagles.

Sac State men’s basketball rolls Eastern Washington in 81-75 win

Fowler and FitzPatrick shine on their senior night
February 28, 2022
Hornets win third straight with seniors leading the way:
Sophomore forward Cameron Wilbon in the post against Idaho State Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 in The Nest. Wilbon finished with 15 points and three rebounds in Sac State’s dominating 83-51 win over the Vandals.

Sac State men’s basketball dominates Idaho 83-51

Four Hornets finish in double figures in second straight win
February 26, 2022
Hornets win back-to-back games for the first time this season:
Sac State teammates celebrate with freshman pitcher Colin Hunter(right) after Hunter’s first collegiate start on Feb. 19, 2022 against Northern Illinois at John Smith Field. Hunter’s debut was spectacular as he threw the second ever Div.I no-hitter in Sac State history, Hunter had nine strikeouts and allowed no walks.

[Photo] SERIES RECAP: Hornets’ baseball sweeps Northern Illinois in four-game series to open season

February 23, 2022

Sac State teammates celebrate with freshman pitcher Colin Hunter(right) after Hunter’s first collegiate start on Feb. 19, 2022 against Northern Illinois at John Smith Field. Hunter’s debut was spectacular...

Senior Sac State guard William FitzPatrick playing on the perimeter against Idaho State Saturday, Feb.19, 2022, in Holt Arena. FitzPatrick finished with 21 points in the Hornets thrilling road win against the Bengals.

Sac State men’s basketball bounces back in gutsy 80-75 win over Idaho State

Hornets snap six-game losing streak
February 21, 2022
Hornets end six-game losing streak with a comeback road win:
The Sac State baseball team swarms freshman starting pitcher Colin Hunter on Feb.19, 2022 at John Smith Field after he threw the second no-hitter in Sac State Division 1 history. Hunter recorded nine strikeouts and didn’t allow a walk in his collegiate debut.

[Photo] Sac State pitcher Colin Hunter no-hits Northern Illinois in college debut

February 20, 2022

The Sac State baseball team swarms freshman starting pitcher Colin Hunter on Feb.19, 2022 at John Smith Field after he threw the second no-hitter in Sac State Division 1 history. Hunter recorded nine...

Sac State senior guard Summer Menke drives to the rim against Idaho State Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 in the Nest. Menke finished with 12 points and six rebounds in the Hornets’ 67-56 loss to the Bengals.

[Photo] Sac State women’s basketball loses hard-fought matchup against Idaho State

February 20, 2022

Sac State senior guard Summer Menke drives to the rim against Idaho State Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 in the Nest. Menke finished with 12 points and six rebounds in the Hornets’ 67-56 loss to the Bengals.

Junior center Jonathan Komagum attempts a hook shot in the low-post against Weber State Thursday, Feb.18, 2022, at Dee Events Center. Komagum finished with five rebounds and one steal as the Hornets suffered their sixth straight defeat with a 65-50 loss against the Wildcats.

Sac State men’s basketball stuffed on the road by Weber State

Hornets drop sixth straight with 65-50 loss
February 19, 2022
Hornets drop sixth game in a row despite leading the Wildcats at halftime:
Baseball season opener, Womens basketball’s first winning season in years: STATE HORNET SWARM REPORT

Baseball season opener, Women’s basketball’s first winning season in years: STATE HORNET SWARM REPORT

February 16, 2022
On this episode of the Swarm Report, men’s basketball looks to end its losing streak, Softball gets off to an even start and women’s basketball gets its first winning season in seven years.
The Hornets’ bench players look on as Sac State is trounced 83-57 in a home defeat at the hands of Southern Utah in The Nest Feb. 12, 2022. Sac State has struggled immensely as of late, going 1-9 in their last 10 games.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers embarrassing at-home defeat by Southern Utah

Hornets give up 13 threes in 83-57 loss to Thunderbirds
February 14, 2022
Hornets get demolished at home, again:
The Hornets celebrating after a dismount during the vault event against Air Force Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022. The Hornets defeated the Falcons 194.225 to 194.000 in the team’s first match in the Nest in over two years.

Sac State Gymnastics soars to victory over Air Force in home opener

Hornets return to the Nest for their first home competition since 2020
February 11, 2022
Sac State Gymnastics succeeds in their first home matchup in almost two years on Saturday with a win against Air Force.
Sophomore forward Cameron Wilbon tries to create space against a Northern Colorado defender in the low post in The Nest Thursday, Feb. 10. Wilbon finished with 14 points as the Bears routed the Hornets in a 79-61 loss for Sacramento State.

Sacramento State men’s basketball crushed at home by Northern Colorado 79-61

Hornets drop the fourth straight game this season
February 11, 2022
Hornets’ defense woes lead to fourth straight loss
Sac State senior guard William FitzPatrick attempts to take a Portland State defender off the dribble Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at Viking Pavilion. FitzPatrick finished with 12 points as the Hornets suffered their second defeat to the Vikings this season in a 73-65 loss.

Sac State men’s basketball team dismantled in 73-65 loss to Portland State

Turnovers kill Hornets’ early momentum
February 7, 2022
Hornets’ season-high 15 turnovers lead to a staggering loss in Viking Pavilion Saturday:
Junior guard for Sac State Deshaun Highler at the free-throw line against Northern Arizona Thursday, Feb. 4, 2022 in The Nest. Highler finished with seven points and three rebounds in the Hornets’ 62-61 loss against the Lumberjacks.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers crushing loss to NAU

Hornets drop their second straight game in 62-61 loss to Lumberjacks
February 4, 2022
Hornets lose second straight game in tight matchup with the Lumberjacks
Women’s tennis continues to flounder, men’s basketball looks to rebound their season: STATE HORNET SWARM REPORT

Women’s tennis continues to flounder, men’s basketball looks to rebound their season: STATE HORNET SWARM REPORT

February 3, 2022
In the latest episode of the Swarm Report, sports coeditor Jordan Latimore breaks down the latest in Sac State sports, such as the historically bad start for the women’s tennis team, the continued success of the men’s tennis team, and updates on the men’s basketball team, which is looking to rebound the season.
Freshman guard Rick Barros III (3) surveys the floor attempting to make a pass against Weber State Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022 in the Nest. The Wildcats handed the Hornets a 79-59 loss after a three-point surge that saw Weber State click on over 50% of their attempts from deep range.

Sac State squashed by Weber State in 79-59 loss

Second-half surge wasn’t enough to overcome first-half deficit
February 1, 2022
Hornets allow Weber State to shoot over 50% from three, receiving their eighth Big Sky loss
Sophomore forward Cameron Wilbon prepares to shoot at the free-throw line Thursday, Jan. 27th, 2022 at The Nest. Wilbon finished with 19 points and seven rebounds, helping the Hornets end their four-game losing streak in a thrilling 61-60 victory over Idaho State.

Sac State men’s basketball team squeezes out 61-60 win over Idaho State

Game-winning goaltend ends four-game losing streak for Hornets
January 28, 2022
The Hornets secured their first win in 3 weeks against the Bengals, check out the recap here:
Interim head coach Brandon Laird, standing on the sideline during a game against Portland State Saturday, Jan. 26th, 2022 at the Nest. The Hornets opened up to a 1-7 start on conference play and are currently on a four4-game losing streak.

How we got here: Sac State men’s basketball on four-game losing streak

Hornets aim to shake off stifling start to conference play
January 27, 2022
The Hornets are off to their worst start in five seasons, can they turn this season around?:
Senior forward Bryce Fowler (23) attempting to make a cross-court pass against Northern Arizona Monday, Jan. 24th, 2022 in Walkup Skydome at NAU. Fowler finished with 16 points in the Hornets 70-65 loss to the Lumberjacks that put them at 1-7 in conference play.

Sac State Men’s Basketball suffers fourth straight defeat in 70-65 loss against Northern Arizona

Hornets remain near the bottom of Big Sky standings
January 25, 2022
Hornets couldn’t hold on after a second-half surge from the Lumberjacks causing a 70-65 loss
Senior guard William FitzPatrick guards the perimeter against Portland State Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 at The Nest. The Hornets got a second straight loss against Eastern Washington Thursday in a 75-62 loss to the Eagles.

Sac State men’s basketball drops second straight match against Eastern Washington

Hornets lose 75-62, falling to 1-5 in conference play
January 22, 2022
Hornets’ offensive struggles once again pave the way for a conference loss:
Freshman guard Rick Barros III (3) in a triple threat position on the wing against Portland State Saturday, January 15th, 2022 at the Nest. Despite Barros and the Hornets’ strong defense, the Vikings emerged with a 67-62 win, leaving Sacramento State winless against every conference opponent at home this season.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers brutal 67-62 defeat by Portland State

Hornets drop third straight home conference matchup despite strong gameplay.
January 18, 2022
Sac State couldn’t find any rhythm offensively in their third consecutive defeat as Portland State came in and spoiled the Hornets on Alumni Day.
The Sacramento State men’s basketball team lines up at the baseline after practice Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 in The Hornets Nest. The team has continued to practice despite the high number of game cancellations that have occurred amid concerns about COVID-19.

Sac State men’s basketball game against Oregon cancelled due to positive COVID-19 cases

Positive tests in OSU program lead to the fourth game for the Hornets to be canceled this season
January 4, 2022
Sac State’s third and final PAC-12 matchup of the season against Oregon State has been canceled due to COVID-19 cases discovered within the Beaver program:
Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler (23) attempts a free throw against the Montana State defense on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets suffered a heartbreaking 68-66 loss to the Bobcats after Fowler missed a potentially game-winning three at the buzzer.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking 68-66 loss to Montana State

Hornets fall to 0-2 in Big Sky after missed game-winner
December 6, 2021
The Sac State men's basketball team lost its second straight Big Sky matchup and remains winless in conference play after a missed game-winning three from senior forward Bryce Fowler, here is the recap:
Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler drives to the rim against Montana on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets lost their conference opener to the Grizzlies 65-58 after finding themselves in an early 17-point deficit.

Sac State men’s basketball trounced 65-58 in conference opener

Hornets come up short against Montana after two comeback runs
December 4, 2021
The Sacramento State men’s basketball team couldn’t dig themselves out of an early hole in their 65-58 loss to Montana. Read the recap here:
Junior guard Zach Chappell drives into the teeth of the Arizona defense Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at McKale Memorial Center. The Hornets suffered a blowout 105-59 loss against the No. 17 ranked Wildcats.

Sac State men’s basketball crushed by No. 17 Arizona

Hornets lose in 105-59 blowout during season’s second PAC-12 matchup
November 28, 2021
The Sacramento State men’s basketball team was dominated in every facet of the game during a crushing 105-59 loss to No. 17 Arizona on Saturday in Tucson, here is the recap:
Senior forward Bryce Fowler attempts a wrap-around pass on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at Golden 1 Center against UC Davis. The Hornets handled the Aggies in a dominant 75-63 in the return of the Causeway Classic.

Sac State men’s basketball dominates UC Davis in 75-63 victory

Hornets bounce back during return of Causeway Classic
November 24, 2021
The Sac State men’s basketball team bounced back against UC Davis at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday in a dominant 75-63 win. The game marked the return of the Causeway Classic, read the recap here:
Sacramento State men’s basketball players gather during a timeout against UC San Diego on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The men’s basketball team will take on UC Davis at the Golden 1 Center on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m in the return of the Causeway Classic. The women’s teams face off at 5 p.m.

PREVIEW: Sac State men’s and women’s basketball gears up for clash in next Causeway Classic

Hornets return to Golden 1 Center
November 23, 2021
Sac State men’s and women’s basketball is gearing up for a tight showdown with UC Davis at the Golden 1 Center in the return of the annual Causeway Classic, here’s everything you need to know before the game tonight:
Senior guard Summer Menke at the free-throw line Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at the Hornets Nest. Sac State was defeated by Seattle University 71-67 in the Hornets final home game until Dec. 30th, 2021.

[Photo] Sac State women’s basketball defeated 71-67 by Seattle University, comeback falls short

November 22, 2021

Senior guard Summer Menke at the free-throw line Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at the Hornets Nest. Sac State was defeated by Seattle University 71-67 in the Hornets final home game until Dec. 30th, 2021.

Senior guard William FitzPatrick playing tight on-ball defense against UC San Diego Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets suffered a 71-56 loss to the Tritons after failing to hold on to a first half lead.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers disappointing 71-56 loss against UC San Diego

Hornets couldn’t hold on to first half lead
November 21, 2021
The Sac State men’s basketball team stopped UC San Diego at what they do best, but nothing else in their disappointing 71-56 home loss to the Tritons on Saturday, here is the recap:
Sac State sophomore tight end Marshel Martin poses after practice, Thursday Oct.14 at Hornet Stadium. Martin came to Sac State as a running back before converting to tight end before his freshman season. Photo of Martin taken by Jordan Latimore. Photo in the background taken by Jordan Parker. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa.

Wherever they need him: Sac State tight end Marshel Martin proves there are no limits

November 9, 2021

Sac State sophomore tight end Marshel Martin poses after practice, Thursday Oct.14 at Hornet Stadium. Martin came to Sac State as a running back before converting to tight end before his freshman season....

State Hornet Spotlight: Former basketball player Samaad Hector chooses mental health over basketball

November 15, 2021

Managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down and talk to Samaad Hector, who left the Sacramento State men’s basketball team before the fall 2021 semester. Hector talks...

Former Sac State basketball player discusses prioritizing mental health: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Former Sac State basketball player discusses prioritizing mental health: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

November 15, 2021

On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down with former Sacramento State basketball player Samaad Hector about his decision...

Senior guard Jazmin Carrasco drives to the basket against San José State on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. Sacramento State defeated the Spartans in a thrilling 75-65 victory.

[Photo] Sac State women’s basketball beats San Jose State in hard fought home opener

November 15, 2021

Senior guard Jazmin Carrasco drives to the basket against San José State on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. Sacramento State defeated the Spartans in a thrilling 75-65 victory.

Senior guard William FitzPatrick takes a jump shot against the University of Utah on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, at the Jon M. & Karen Huntsman Facility. The Hornets were defeated by the Utes 89-56 in their first taste of conference play this season. Photo courtesy of Nate Peterson from Utah Athletics. Graphic created in Canva.

Sac State men’s basketball suffers 89-56 loss to Utah

Hornets failed to hold on after competitive first half
November 14, 2021
The Sac State men’s basketball team could not keep up with Utah after major struggles on offense, here is the recap:
Freshman guard Chris Holley brings up the ball at half-court on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 202,1 at the Hornets Nest. Sacramento State dominated William Jessup 89-59 in the Hornets’ season opener.

Sac State men’s basketball stings William Jessup 89-59

Hornets dominate in Brandon Laird’s head coach debut
November 10, 2021
The Sac State men’s basketball team cruised to a dominant 89-59 win against William Jessup in Brandon Laird’s interim head coach debut, check out the recap here:
Sac State’s bench celebrates after a lob dunk by sophomore combo forward Cameron Wilbon on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets defeated the Red Hawks after a second half surge.

Sac State men’s basketball dominates Simpson University 85-65

Hornets overcome brutal first half to secure a win
November 5, 2021
Sac State men's basketball overcame a brutal first half to secure a dominant 85-65 win in the team’s one and only exhibition game of the season against Simpson University, check out the recap here:
Former Sac State head basketball coach Brian Katz during practice Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 at the Nest. Katz stepped down as head coach four days before Tuesday’s season opener due to health concerns.

Sac State men’s basketball coach Brian Katz retires days prior to season opener

Associate head coach Brandon Laird will serve as interim
November 5, 2021
Sac State men’s basketball head coach Brian Katz is stepping down as head coach just four days before Tuesday’s season opener, citing health reasons:
Senior defender Aubrey Goodwill pushes the ball upfield on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, at Jackson Stadium. The Hornets defeated the Lumberjacks 1-0 and advanced to the semifinal round of the Big Sky tournament.

Sac State women’s soccer exacts revenge against Northern Arizona in gritty Big Sky Tournament win

Hornets move to semifinal round after upsetting Lumberjacks 1-0
November 4, 2021
A game-winning header from Tiffany Miras put the Sac State women’s soccer in the semifinal round of the Big Sky Conference tournament in a 1-0 win against Northern Arizona, check out the recap here:
Freshman forward Danna Restom attacks the Eagle defense against Eastern Washington on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, at Hornet Field. Sac State was defeated by the Lumberjacks 3-2 in a double overtime loss on Friday.

Sac State women’s soccer suffers heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Northern Arizona

Hornets’ playoff standing hangs in the balance
October 24, 2021
Sacramento State women’s soccer suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 loss against Northern Arizona in double overtime as their Big Sky playoff hopes now hang in the balance.
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