Mateo Davis

From Jesters to Royalty: Kings legend Mike Bibby is all in on Hornet hoops

The former Kings star intends to use his experience to bring Sac State winning basketball

Mateo Davis, Staffer
May 3, 2025

Former Sacramento Kings star Mike Bibby is officially in the driver's seat of Sacramento State men’s basketball.

No clouds in the Big Sky for Sac State’s third straight conference championship

The Hornets have won six out of the last eight Big Sky Conference Championships

Mateo Davis, Staffer
May 1, 2025

Sacramento State women’s golf continues to dominate the Big Sky Conference, as they accomplish the first 3-peat in program history.

[Photo] Sac State’s star-studded transfer class gets ready to Go-Go at the annual spring game

Jack Dann, Staffer
April 23, 2025

New transfer junior quarterback Cardell Williams laces a pass, one of several impressive touchdown tosses during the annual spring game Sunday, April 13, 2025. Williams scored 17 touchdowns in his 16 games...

Something to sink your teeth into: ‘Sinners’ is an instant classic

Sac State alum Ryan Coogler expands his already acclaimed filmography

Mateo Davis, Staffer
April 22, 2025

Former Hornet Ryan Coogler finds his footing in the horror genre with "Sinners."

Tracking the Portal: A new era dawns on the green and gold

With a new head coach in place, Sac State men’s basketball plans to rebuild through the transfer portal

Mateo Davis, Staffer
April 14, 2025

A roster transformation is in the works for Sac State men’s basketball as the transfer portal acts as a gateway for Mike Bibby’s new roster.

OPINION: Breaking the habit: Sac State hopes to start anew in Hornet Pavillion

The Hornets look to diffuse their historic stench in their new home

Mateo Davis, Staffer
April 10, 2025

Sac State basketball has continued to fall short in their search for a Big Sky Conference championship, but a clean slate awaits after the hiring of former Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby and a departure from The Nest to Hornet Pavillion.

Swarm Report: Hornet sports are in full spring, preview of baseball’s conference schedule, overview of men’s and women’s tennis

Mateo Davis, Logan Chrisp, and Andrew A. Brown
April 9, 2025

Mateo Davis is joined by Andrew Brown and Logan Chrisp to talk about the latest in Sac State spring sports. The trio gives a rundown of golf, beach volleyball and track and field and takes a dive into tennis and baseball.

BREAKING: Mike Bibby introduced as head coach of Sac State men’s basketball

The former Sacramento King is the program’s 17th head coach

Mateo Davis, Staffer
April 1, 2025

Sacramento State head men’s basketball coach and former Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby took the podium to discuss the program’s future.

Theater Rats Ep. #4: Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ is doll-lightful!

Mateo Davis, Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, and Brionna Woody
March 31, 2025

Mateo Davis is outnumbered by Nancy Rodriguez and Brionna Woody on this Woman’s History Month extravaganza! The trio discusses the 2023 hit film “‘Barbie,’” as they provide a recap of the movie and talk about its moment alongside "Oppenheimer".

BREAKING: Former Sacramento King agrees on deal to become Sac State’s next men’s basketball head coach

Mike Bibby spent 8 years with the Kings, and this is his first collegiate coaching job

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 24, 2025

Former Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby to become Sac State men’s basketball’s next head coach according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Theater Rats Ep. #3: Next stop, ‘Sky High!’

Chris D. Johnson, Kai Arellano, and Mateo Davis
March 17, 2025

Mateo Davis and Kai Arellano bring in Chris Johnson to discuss the 2005 superhero flick, ‘Sky High,’ in the third episode of Theater Rats! The trio reflects on their favorite memories surrounding the film, their favorite scenes and award the best performances.

GALLERY: Sac State hosts first-ever Battle at the Hive

Combat U left the event with just one victory in 12 fights

Mateo Davis and Vanessa Gomez
March 14, 2025

Sac State hosted the inaugural Battle at the Hive featuring fighters from Combat U and A1 Combat.

Weber State leaves Sac State starch-struck in first round loss

Weber State duo combines for 56 points in first-round win

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 10, 2025

Sacramento State wraps up their chaotic season with a 70-83 loss to Weber State in the first round of the Big Sky Conference Tournament.

Break out the dirty laundry: Starch Madness has arrived

The Hornets face a familiar foe in round one

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 7, 2025

After splitting their season series, Sac State faces Weber State one more time for all the marbles in Starch Madness, the Big Sky Conference tournament.

Hornets drop season finale as Vikings send them to Valhalla

Sac State can’t catch up in low-scoring affair

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 5, 2025

The Sacramento State Hornets end season on a four game skid, dropping their 24th loss of the season to Portland State in their season finale.

Returning Sac State basketball star determined to give back to his hometown

Zach Chappell reflects on basketball inspiring him to be a voice in his community

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 4, 2025

Sacramento native and former Sac State basketball star has his sights set on growing the community he grew up in.

Sac State’s defense nowhere to be found amid Bobcat barrage

Bobcats’ 3-point shooting leaves Hornets in the dust

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 2, 2025

The Sacramento State Hornets’ final matchup at the Nest goes awry as Montana State blows them out with long-range attack.

Shoddy first half buries Hornets’ second half comeback attempt

Despite forcing 14 turnovers, Hornets fall short of completing comeback once again

Mateo Davis, Staffer
March 1, 2025

In their first game of their final homestand at The Nest, the Sacramento State Hornets fell short in a second half nail-biter against the Montana Griz.

Splitting the difference: Sac State heads home with a win and a loss

After a much-needed win against Weber State, Hornets get blown out in Pocatello

Mateo Davis, Staffer
February 25, 2025

The Sacramento State Hornets were finally able to end their losing streak versus Weber State, but could not replicate that performance against Idaho State and remain at the bottom of the Big Sky Conference.

Turnovers extinguish Sac State’s hot start for their seventh straight loss

14-0 run in second half not enough to steal a much-needed win

Mateo Davis, Staffer
February 18, 2025

Sac State leaves homestand empty-handed, losing third straight home game to Northern Arizona, dropping to 6-20 on the season.

All hands on deck: Sac State’s reserves carry the load in loss to Northern Colorado

Tumultuous first half foils any chance of a Hornet comeback

Mateo Davis, Staffer
February 15, 2025

Sac State’s young core can’t keep up with the Big Sky Conference-leading Northern Colorado Bears.

Homesick: Sac State’s road woes continue against Eastern Washington

Jacob Holt’s game-high 32 points not enough to ground Eastern Washington

Mateo Davis, Staffer
February 7, 2025

Sac State drops fourth in a row to Eastern Washington, despite late game comeback.

Offensive struggles stop Sac State from bouncing back against Montana State

Hornets’ turnover-heavy performance hands Bobcats the win

Mateo Davis, Staffer
February 1, 2025

Sacramento State men’s basketball fell to the Montana State Bobcats for their eighth road loss of the season.

Swarm Report: Sac State football falls short against UC Davis, volleyball brings home Big Sky Championship

Mateo Davis, Kai Arellano, and Aaron Lofton
December 6, 2024

Mateo Davis, Kai Arellano and Aaron Lofton return to talk about the latest in Sac State sports, discussing football’s loss against UC Davis and volleyball taking home the Big Sky Championship.

Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer become Big Sky Champions, Hornet football’s regression in latter half of season, men’s and women’s basketball’s exciting start

Mateo Davis, Aaron Lofton, and Kai Arellano
November 15, 2024

Mateo Davis, Aaron Lofton and Kai Arellano return to talk about Sac State women’s soccer winning the Big Sky Championship tournament and the exciting start of men’s and women’s basketball seasons. They also speak on other fall sports trying to make a run in their postseason.

Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’

Mateo Davis and Kai Arellano
November 13, 2024

Join Kai Arellano and Mateo Davis as they review the 2006 film, ‘Monster House,’ on the second episode of Theater Rats! They discuss their favorite scenes from the movie, give awards for the best performances and where it ranks as a fall film.

Sac State cruises to the finish line in a blowout win over Lincoln

Hornets’ aggressive defense carries them to 3-0 on the season

Mateo Davis, Staffer
November 11, 2024

The Sacramento State women’s basketball team dominated against the Lincoln Oaklanders to improve to 3-0 on the season.

Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer’s prospect in Big Sky Tournament, Hornet football needs rebound in conference, preview of men’s and women’s basketball

Kai Arellano, Mateo Davis, and Adam Camarena
November 1, 2024

Mateo Davis and Kai Arellano are joined by Adam Camarena to talk about the remaining weeks of Sac State’s fall sports and their postseason hopes. The trio also gives a preview of the upcoming seasons for men’s and women’s basketball.

The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery

Mateo Davis and Aaron Lofton
October 25, 2024

In this episode Aaron Lofton and Mateo Davis discuss campus news involving the nail-biting, Homecoming football game, The GoldenSky Festival and more.

Swarm Report: Sac State’s current conference play outcomes and future prospects, San Francisco 49ers recap, Sacramento Kings preseason results

Aaron Lofton, Kai Arellano, and Mateo Davis
October 18, 2024

Mateo Davis, Kai Arellano and Aaron Lofton return to review Sac State sports, talking about the beginning of conference play, the 49ers win over the Seahawks and the Sacramento Kings preseason.

The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio

Mateo Davis and Aliza Imran
September 12, 2024

Aliza Imran and Mateo Davis discuss recent Sac State news, including the death of a Sac State freshman, the proposal of additional student fees and an independent investigation of CapRadio.

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Mateo Davis, Sports Staffer

From Jesters to Royalty: Kings legend Mike Bibby is all in on Hornet hoops

No clouds in the Big Sky for Sac State’s third straight conference championship

[Photo] Sac State’s star-studded transfer class gets ready to Go-Go at the annual spring game

Something to sink your teeth into: ‘Sinners’ is an instant classic

Tracking the Portal: A new era dawns on the green and gold

OPINION: Breaking the habit: Sac State hopes to start anew in Hornet Pavillion

Swarm Report: Hornet sports are in full spring, preview of baseball’s conference schedule, overview of men’s and women’s tennis

BREAKING: Mike Bibby introduced as head coach of Sac State men’s basketball

Theater Rats Ep. #4: Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ is doll-lightful!

BREAKING: Former Sacramento King agrees on deal to become Sac State’s next men’s basketball head coach

Theater Rats Ep. #3: Next stop, ‘Sky High!’

GALLERY: Sac State hosts first-ever Battle at the Hive

Weber State leaves Sac State starch-struck in first round loss

Break out the dirty laundry: Starch Madness has arrived

Hornets drop season finale as Vikings send them to Valhalla

Returning Sac State basketball star determined to give back to his hometown

Sac State’s defense nowhere to be found amid Bobcat barrage

Shoddy first half buries Hornets’ second half comeback attempt

Splitting the difference: Sac State heads home with a win and a loss

Turnovers extinguish Sac State’s hot start for their seventh straight loss

All hands on deck: Sac State’s reserves carry the load in loss to Northern Colorado

Homesick: Sac State’s road woes continue against Eastern Washington

Offensive struggles stop Sac State from bouncing back against Montana State

Swarm Report: Sac State football falls short against UC Davis, volleyball brings home Big Sky Championship

Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer become Big Sky Champions, Hornet football’s regression in latter half of season, men’s and women’s basketball’s exciting start

Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’

Sac State cruises to the finish line in a blowout win over Lincoln

Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer’s prospect in Big Sky Tournament, Hornet football needs rebound in conference, preview of men’s and women’s basketball

The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery

Swarm Report: Sac State’s current conference play outcomes and future prospects, San Francisco 49ers recap, Sacramento Kings preseason results

Theater Rats Ep. #1: Kai and Mateo are batty for ‘The Batman’

Swarm Report: Sac State sports begins conference play, a look into the Sac 12 initiative, A’s last game in Oakland

Swarm Report: Sac State football preview vs Nicholls, review of 49ers’ and Kings’ offseasons

The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio