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Darnell Sankey pursuing NFL career

Jeremiah Martinez
December 10, 2015

Before accepting his only Division I scholarship offer from Sacramento State in 2012, linebacker Darnell Sankey wasn’t highly recruited in high school. Four years later, he faces adversity again,...

Football ends season in 35-21 Causeway Classic defeat

Jeremiah Martinez
November 21, 2015

In a battle of two freshman quarterbacks, it was C.J. Spencer leading UC Davis to a 35-21 victory over Nate Ketteringham and Sacramento State in the 62nd annual Causeway Classic on Saturday at Hornet...

Seniors prepare for final Causeway Classic

Seniors prepare for final Causeway Classic

Jeremiah Martinez
November 18, 2015

As seniors on the Sacramento State football team participated in their last full-padded practice on Wednesday, the Hornets are looking to close out the season with a win against rival UC Davis in this...

Football goes winless on road this season after NAU loss

Jeremiah Martinez
November 14, 2015

In a game that featured two freshmen starting quarterbacks, Case Cookus and the Northern Arizona offense was a problem for the Hornets defensively, as Sacramento State lost 49-35 on the road Saturday...

Anthony Payne celebrates with Austin Clark during the game against Idaho State on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015. Payne had three tackles and one of the team's four interceptions in a 38-13 win against the Bengals.

Payne brothers inseparable on and off field

Jeremiah Martinez
November 12, 2015

In high school, identical twin brothers Nicholas and Anthony Payne told each other they'd have to separate if they were to play for different football college programs while they were recruited. Fortunately,...

Hornets face challenges in final road game

Hornets face challenges in final road game

Jeremiah Martinez
November 12, 2015

In the final road game of the season for Sacramento State football, the team will face a challenge against a streaking Northern Arizona squad this Saturday. The Lumberjacks (6-3 overall, 4-2 in...

NCAA hands down penalties to football program

NCAA hands down penalties to football program

Jeremiah Martinez
November 4, 2015

Sacramento State's football program received penalties in response to NCAA violations following an investigation and a public report, according to a statement released Wednesday. Violations from...

Baseball team enjoys costumed Halloween game

Jeremiah Martinez
October 30, 2015

It wasn’t an ordinary day at the ballpark on Friday. Sacramento State baseball held its third annual Halloween game at John Smith Field, which features players dressed in costume. The costume...

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Hornets look for bright spot in homecoming

Jeremiah Martinez
October 22, 2015

After a rough three-game road trip, the Sacramento State football team will return to Hornet Stadium for a homecoming this weekend. The Hornets will match up against Idaho State University this...

Hornets lose sixth-straight game in blowout

Jeremiah Martinez
October 17, 2015

Sacramento State football’s rough season continues, as the team lost its sixth-straight game after a 44-0 loss to Southern Utah University (4-2 overall, 4-0 in Big Sky Conference) on Saturday at...

Hornets lose heartbreaker in overtime

Jeremiah Martinez
October 16, 2015

With seconds away from a tie, Sacramento State women’s soccer was defeated 2-1 in double-overtime by the University of Northern Colorado after a Mariel Gutierrez game-winning goal on a penalty kick...

Hornets' running back Jordan Robinson runs the ball downfield against Montana State on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 at Bobcat Stadium. Robinson ran for 108 yards on 17 carries in the game. 

Hornets prep for Southern Utah

Jeremiah Martinez
October 14, 2015

After quarterback Kolney Cassel left last Saturday’s game with a shoulder injury, Sacramento State football coach Jody Sears said the offense will be led by true freshman Nate Ketteringham against...

Men’s soccer loses first home game of the season

Jeremiah Martinez
October 10, 2015

After a fast start for the Sacramento State men’s soccer team, the Hornets weren’t able to capitalize on multiple scoring opportunities late in the game, as they lost 2-1 to CSU Northridge at Hornet...

Hornets hope to end skid at Montana State

Jeremiah Martinez
October 7, 2015

Heading into this weekend’s matchup against Montana State University (2-2, 1-1 in Big Sky Conference) on a four-game losing streak, Sacramento State (1-4, 0-2 in Big Sky) linebacker Darnell Sankey...

Sacramento State quarterback Kolney Cassel throws a pass to tight end Stone Sander on Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 2015 at Hornet Stadium. Cassel went 22-of-44 for 294 passing yards and two touchdowns. 

Football drops fourth straight in 27-20 loss to Northern Colorado

Jeremiah Martinez
October 3, 2015

Making his first start for Sacramento State, quarterback Kolney Cassel had the Hornets in position to win with 36 seconds left to play, but his pass to Nnamdi Agude went incomplete on fourth-and-goal...

Hornets prepare for week five matchup

Jeremiah Martinez
September 30, 2015

With Sacramento State quarterback Daniel Kniffin questionable for Saturday’s game against the University of Northern Colorado after a previous injury, backup Kolney Cassel had increased reps this week...

Collins strikes overtime game-winner

Jeremiah Martinez
September 25, 2015

After a scoreless game in regulation forced overtime, Sacramento State women’s soccer was victorious with a Kayla Collins goal in the 98th minute of play against Northern Arizona University on Friday...

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Defense key in matchup with Eastern Washington

Jeremiah Martinez
September 23, 2015

After ending its non-conference schedule at 1-2 overall, Sacramento State football wants to focus on the next game, which will be against Eastern Washington University (1-2), opening Big Sky Conference...

Hornets fall at Weber State

Jeremiah Martinez
September 19, 2015

It was a rough night for Daniel Kniffin and the Sacramento State offense, as the quarterback threw three interceptions in a 32-14 loss against Weber State University in their final non-conference game...

Hornets hope to bounce back at Weber State

Jeremiah Martinez
September 16, 2015

After a 49-0 loss to the University of Washington on Sept. 12, Sacramento State football looks to rebound against Weber State University this Saturday.The Hornets enter the matchup with a 1-1 record and...

Former Sacramento State receiver DeAndre Carter is a member of the San Francisco 49ers practice squad. Carter has spent time with the Baltimore Ravens, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots and 49ers in his three-year NFL career.

DeAndre Carter signs to Oakland Raiders practice squad

Jeremiah Martinez
September 16, 2015

After being cut by the Baltimore Ravens last month, former Sacramento State receiver DeAndre Carter signed with the Oakland Raiders practice squad, announced by the team on Monday.Carter originally signed...

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Hornets shut out, fall 49-0 at Washington

Jeremiah Martinez
September 12, 2015

After holding the University of Washington’s offense to 79 total yards in the first quarter, Sacramento State football couldn’t handle the Huskies’ rushing attack, as the Hornets were shutout 49-0...

Quaterback Daniel Kniffen drops back to pass the ball to a receiver on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015 against Eastern Oregon. Kniffen was 22-for-34 with 282 yards and two touchdowns on the night leading the Hornets to a 41-20 victory over the Mountaineers.

Hornets set to face Washington

Jeremiah Martinez
September 10, 2015

After opening their season with a 41-20 blowout win against Eastern Oregon University, the Sacramento State football team will face a tougher test when they go head-to-head against the University of Washington...

Women’s soccer defeated 3-1 at UC Santa Barbara

Jeremiah Martinez
September 6, 2015

After getting their first win of the season on Friday, Sacramento State women’s soccer lost 3-1 in their matchup against UC Santa Barbara on Sunday afternoon.The loss drops the Hornets’ record to 1-4-0...

Hornets blow out Eastern Oregon 41-20 in football opener

Jeremiah Martinez
September 6, 2015

Opening the season at Hornet Stadium for the first time since 2008, Sacramento State football started off the season in dominant fashion, as they blew out Eastern Oregon University 41-20 Saturday night.Saturday...

Women’s soccer gets first win of season at Bakersfield

Jeremiah Martinez
September 4, 2015

After losing three consecutive games to start the season, the Sacramento State women’s soccer team won their first game of the year 3-2 against CSU Bakersfield (1-2-1) on the road Friday night.The Hornets...

Football prepares to host Eastern Oregon

Jeremiah Martinez
September 3, 2015

Heading into Saturday’s season opener, Sacramento State football head coach Jody Sears said National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics opponent Eastern Oregon University should not be taken lightly.“A...

Wide reciever DeAndre Carter celebrates with his teammates after scoring a touchdown in a game against Menlo on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. The Hornets went on to win the game 59-14.

DeAndre Carter cut from Ravens’ roster

Jeremiah Martinez
August 31, 2015

Former Sacramento State receiver DeAndre Carter has been cut by the Baltimore Ravens, it was announced Monday morning.Carter was among the cuts the Ravens announced today. Carter signed with the team as...

Women’s soccer lose home opener 2-1, start season 0-3

Jeremiah Martinez
August 30, 2015

In their first home game of the season, the Sacramento State women's soccer team was defeated by San Jose State University by a 2-1 score this afternoon.The loss dropped the Hornets' record to 0-3 to start...

Kniffin named opening day starting quarterback

Jeremiah Martinez
August 29, 2015

With the Sacramento State football team’s season opener against Eastern Oregon University next Saturday, coach Jody Sears said Daniel Kniffin will be under center next weekend.Kniffin was named the starter...

Sacramento State forward Brad Bumgarner runs with the ball during an exhibition match on Sunday, Aug. 23 at Hornet Soccer Field. It was the second of two exhibition matches played at Sac State before the season began.

Men’s soccer drops season opener at SMU by 2-0 final

Jeremiah Martinez
August 29, 2015

In a fairly even game, Sacramento State men’s soccer (0-1) opened up the 2015 season with a road loss against Southern Methodist University by a score of 2-0 Friday night.It was the first time in program...

Four Hornets selected in MLB draft, Nichols signs as free agent

Jeremiah Martinez
June 25, 2015

Four Sacramento State Hornets were selected in the 2015 Major League Baseball Draft - including pitcher Brennan Leitao, shortstop Scotty Burcham, pitcher Sutter McLoughlin and outfielder Nathan Lukes -...

Softball’s season ends after 13-1 loss to Weber State

Jeremiah Martinez
May 9, 2015

With an opportunity of winning their first Big Sky Conference title in program history, Sacramento State softball could not come through, as they were defeated by Weber State University 13-1 in the championship...

Softball advances in tournament with wins over Southern Utah, Idaho State

Jeremiah Martinez
May 8, 2015

After dropping their game against Weber State University earlier in the day, Sacramento State softball was victorious against Southern Utah University and Idaho State University on Friday, allowing the...

Softball earns No. 2 seed in conference tournament

Jeremiah Martinez
May 4, 2015

With an opportunity to clinch first place in the Big Sky Conference standings, Sacramento State softball could not come through when they were swept by Idaho State University in a three-game home series...

Hornets earn No. 2 seed, sweep Portland State Vikings

Jeremiah Martinez
May 3, 2015

In their final game of the regular season, Sacramento State softball swept the Portland State University Vikings in the series finale 3-2.With the win, the Hornets improved to a 26-24 overall record and...

Sacramento State Hornets' senior wide receiver DeAndre Carter sprints down field during the 40-yard dash at Sac State's pro day on Friday, March 5, 2015 at Hornet Stadium.

DeAndre Carter prepares for upcoming NFL Draft

Jeremiah Martinez
April 29, 2015

Starting Thursday, hundreds of college football prospects will anticipate getting their name called during the 2015 NFL Draft, including former Sacramento State receiver DeAndre Carter.Currently, Carter...

DeAndre Carter overcomes adversity, tragedy in pursuit of NFL career

Jeremiah Martinez
February 21, 2015

With many of this year’s draft prospects hoping to make an impact next season in the NFL, Sacramento State’s DeAndre Carter has similar dreams of his own.During his junior season in 2013, his little...

Softball loses pair of games at Fresno State Softball Kick-Off

Jeremiah Martinez
February 13, 2015

Sacramento State dropped both games Friday against rival UC Davis and the No. 23 ranked California Golden Bears at the Fresno State Softball Kick-Off. The losses dropped the Hornets' record to 2-3.The...

Chimdum Mez unsigned by San Jose Earthquakes

Jeremiah Martinez
February 10, 2015

After being drafted by the San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS Super Draft in January, Chimdum Mez announced on his twitter account Sunday, Feb. 8 that he did not sign with the team.“[I’m] extremely grateful...

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