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Student news without fear or favor
Jose Diaz

Jose Diaz, Sports Staffer

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Jose is entering his second semester at The State Hornet. He is majoring in journalism and is a lover of all things sports. In his free time, he enjoys playing a variety of sports and listening to music. He plans to have a career in sports media after he graduates.

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Sac State senior midfielder Axel Ramirez shifting away from his defender against UC Riverside Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. Ramirez had an assist to give the Hornets an early lead.

Sac State split results to start Big West conference play

Hornets landed a captivating win over UC Riverside in a 30 foul match.
Jose Diaz, Staffer
October 8, 2024
Sac State lost a game on the road to Cal State Bakersfield, but scraped a win against UC Riverside
Sac State redshirt junior midfielder Stacy Holmes controlling a ball under pressure against the University of the Pacific Tigers on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024​​. The Hornets picked up their first tie of the season against the Tigers.

Hornets break even against the Pilots

Sac State tussles with Portland in a hard-fought battle resulting in a 1-1 draw
Jose Diaz, Staffer
October 2, 2024
Sac State continued their unbeaten streak over the last five games of regular season play, tying the Portland Pilots 1-1.
Sac State sophomore defender Zac Giles brings the ball up the pitch against the University of Pacific Tigers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Hornets ended the match against the Tigers in a tie.

Hornets find fluidity against the Broncos and Tigers

Sac State improves to 3-1-4 on the season
Jose Diaz, Staffer
September 26, 2024
Sac State continued their win streak against the Santa Clara Broncos, but their clash with the University of the Pacific Tigers resulted in a draw. 
Sac State sophomore forward Donovan Sessoms with the ball against the San Francisco Dons Thursday Sept.12, 2024 . The Hornets went on to win the game 1-0 for their first win of the season.

Sac State flies past the Dons and Gaels

Hornets earn first two wins of the season
Jose Diaz, Staffer
September 19, 2024
Sac State found their rhythm over the San Francisco Dons and tacked on another win against the Saint Mary’s Gaels.
Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin with head coach Sophie Breault during her match against Weber State at the Sacramento State Tennis Courts Saturday, March 16, 2024. Baudouin was an integral part of Sac State’s Big Sky Championship winning season.

[Photo] Season-long setback fuels Sac State redshirt freshman to success

Jahson Nahal, Staffer
May 11, 2024

Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin with head coach Sophie Breault during her match against Weber State at the Sacramento State Tennis Courts Saturday, March 16, 2024. Baudouin was an integral part of Sac State’s...

Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.

[Photo] Multiple California Faculty Association members resign over union’s ceasefire resolution

Micah Yip, Staffer
May 8, 2024

Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out...

Los miembros de la Asociación de Estudiantes, Inc. se preparan para anunciar los resultados de las elecciones para la nueva junta directiva en la Terrace Suite de The WELL el jueves 11 de abril de 2024. Dado que Shachee Baraiya se está graduando, se le otorgó el honor de anunciar los clubes ganadores y los nombres de los candidatos.

[Photo] Votantes apoyan el segundo término del presidente de ASI con 13% de participación electoral

Angelica Brito and Michael Pepper
May 7, 2024

Los miembros de la Asociación de Estudiantes, Inc. se preparan para anunciar los resultados de las elecciones para la nueva junta directiva en la Terrace Suite de The WELL el jueves 11 de abril de 2024....

Another aspect of Japan Day was including the art of pop culture through anime and manga for the Festival of Arts in the Library Quad Sunday, April 21, 2024. Event attendees were able to dress like favorite characters and paint figurines.

[Photo] Sac State blossoms into spring with 17th-annual Japan Day

Ismael Martinez Castillo, Staffer
May 3, 2024

Another aspect of Japan Day was including the art of pop culture through anime and manga for the Festival of Arts in the Library Quad Sunday, April 21, 2024. Event attendees were able to dress like favorite...

Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig and Sophomore second baseman Jenna Birch celebrate an out at Shea Stadium Friday, April 12, 2024. Sacramento State beat Portland State in game one before falling in game two, their record sits at 22-16.

[Photo] Sac State softball struggles to get their bats going against Portland State

Rinn Lee, Staffer
April 19, 2024

Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig and Sophomore second baseman Jenna Birch celebrate an out at Shea Stadium Friday, April 12, 2024. Sacramento State beat Portland State in game one before falling in game two,...

Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.

[Photo] GALLERY: Sac State hosts 13th-annual Out of the Darkness Walk

Ismael Martinez Castillo, Staffer
April 16, 2024

Families who attended the event brought posters to encourage the importance of mental health and support from the community Thursday, April 11, 2024. Many of the posters brought by families included additional...

Members of Associated Students, Inc. prepare to read off the election results for the new board of directors in the Terrace Suite at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Since Shachee Baraiya is graduating, she was given the honor of reading out the winning clubs and candidate names.

[Photo] Voters support second term for current ASI president with 13% turnout

Michael Pepper, staffer
April 12, 2024

Members of Associated Students, Inc. prepare to read off the election results for the new board of directors in the Terrace Suite at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Since Shachee Baraiya is graduating,...

Freshman Women’s Tennis player Reese Walker watches her teammate during a match at the Sac State Tennis Courts Saturday, March 16, 2024. The team won 4-3 against Weber State, Walker won singles score of 6-2.

[Photo] Texas born freshman is the missing piece in puzzle for Sac State women’s tennis

Orlando Fuller, Staffer
April 10, 2024

Freshman Women’s Tennis player Reese Walker watches her teammate during a match at the Sac State Tennis Courts Saturday, March 16, 2024. The team won 4-3 against Weber State, Walker won singles score...

Freshman Irene Riva in her singles match against Weber State Saturday, March 16, 2024. The Hornets extended their winning streak to eight behind four singles wins.

[Photo] Sac State women’s tennis rallies in singles for eighth straight win

Jahson Nahal, Staffer
March 19, 2024

Freshman Irene Riva in her singles match against Weber State Saturday, March 16, 2024. The Hornets extended their winning streak to eight behind four singles wins.

Sac State sophomore midfielder Hasan Alsakati surveys the field for an open teammate during a friendly against Chico State on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The game ended in a 0-0 draw after both goalkeepers made important saves.

[Photo] Spring opener ends in stalemate for Sac State

Adam Camarena, Staffer
March 15, 2024

Sac State sophomore midfielder Hasan Alsakati surveys the field for an open teammate during a friendly against Chico State on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The game ended in a 0-0 draw after both goalkeepers...

Freshman guard Michael Wilson looks to pass the rock to his teammate Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. Wilson finished the game with three assists to go along with four boards in 25 minutes of play.

[Photo] End-of-game paralysis and elite shooting sting Sac State despite improved play

Andrew Edwards, Staffer
February 21, 2024

Sac State huddles during a timeout to go over their game plan Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024. The Hornets kept it close the whole game but ultimately came up just short against Northern Colorado.

Senior first baseman Caroline Evans up to bat against Cal Poly on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024. In addition to first base, Evans pitched two wins this weekend against San Jose State and UC Davis.

[Photo] Sac State softball finishes weekend strong despite rocky start

Rinn Lee, Staffer
February 15, 2024

The Hornets’ infield huddling up on the mound against Middle Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024. The first game against Cal Poly was the only game of four that Sac State lost.

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