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The State Hornet

The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

Student news without fear or favor

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West Coast woman

Jose Martinez
May 7, 2008

From the West Coast to the East Coast and back, Izmena Cabrera has done much more than just rack up frequent-flyer miles. The junior left fielder for the Sacramento State Hornet softball team has made...

Hornets’ swing stings numerous opponents

Jose Martinez
April 25, 2008

The age-old saying 'practice makes perfect' is a good way of describing the Sacramento State softball team this season. Although the team isn't quite perfect, with every team practice it takes a step in...

Softball returns from weekend series without a win to show for it

Jose Martinez
April 23, 2008

Softball is a game of streaks, and for the Sacramento State Hornets a losing streak is the worst type of streak to be on. The Hornets are on a four-game losing streak after losing in back-to-back doubleheaders...

‘Queen of the outfield’

Jose Martinez
April 22, 2008

One may call it luck or skill, but for Hilary Johnson playing softball at Sacramento State is about faith. The senior centerfielder is having the time of her life, and she has only one person to thank:...

Strong pitching carries softball to three victories in four games against St. Mary’s

Jose Martinez
April 9, 2008

The Sacramento State Hornets softball team opened up Pacific Coast Softball Conference play by taking three out of four games against Saint Mary's in Moraga, Calif. Playing back-to-back doubleheaders over...

Softball has its six-game winning streak snapped by Spartans

Jose Martinez
April 2, 2008

The Sacramento State Hornets hit the road on Tuesday, traveling to San Jose to take on the Spartans of San Jose State. Already playing them multiple times this season, the Hornets failed to catch on to...

Hornets Softball team hit by the injury bug

Jose Martinez
March 27, 2008

For many college athletes, winning is the most important goal of competing. Winning can cost much more than just time, sweat and tears. Every day athletes put themselves at the potential risk of getting...

Bulldog Classic Tournament a struggle for softball

Jose Martinez
March 15, 2008

The Sacramento State Hornet softball team ran into a road block this weekend. Well, actually, three roadblocks. Softball coach Kathy Strahan led the Hornets into the Bulldog Classic Tournament, hosted...

A catching tradition

Jose Martinez
March 8, 2008

Many people find their calling in a number of places. For Jamie Schloredt it's behind home plate. Schloredt is entering her junior season as the catcher for the Sacramento State softball team. Having played...

Hornets on the road for tourney play

Jose Martinez
March 4, 2008

Already having four games under its belt, the Sacramento State Hornet softball team is ready for tournament play. Having played in doubleheaders against the University of Nevada-Reno and San Jose State...

Softball emerges from Mustang Classic at 3-1

Jose Martinez
February 27, 2008

Heading into the Mustang Classic this weekend, Hornets softball coach Kathy Strahan wanted players to gain some in-game experience. Little did she know her plan would lead to a successful tournament record...

From pitcher to second baseman

Jose Martinez
February 22, 2008

It's Matador country at the Loomis home. Junior Whitney Loomis was once a pitcher for the Mira Loma High School Matadors. But now she patrols the middle infield at second base for the Sacramento State...

Softball drops doubleheader to Nevada

Jose Martinez
February 22, 2008

Dark skies led to rain and sketchy pitching led to tough losses for the Hornets. Sacramento State's softball team ran into a wet and sloppy road block on Tuesday, dropping two games against the University...

Softball splits season-opening doubleheader with San Jose State

Jose Martinez
February 20, 2008

The Sacramento State softball team opened up the 2008 season Wednesday by splitting a doubleheader with the San Jose State Spartans. Junior, Kayla Meeks, pitched the first of two games leading the Hornets...

Sac State softball has ‘double’ the fun

Jose Martinez
February 20, 2008

Two hours before the first pitch and some members of the Sacramento State softball team are already getting set for a grueling doubleheader. For the Hornets, members of the Pacific Coast Softball Conference,...

New kids on the block: softball

Jose Martinez
February 7, 2008

Heading into the 2008 softball season the Sacramento State Hornets hope to improve on their 20-33 record from last year. The Hornets welcome five new players, along with one redshirt player. The State...

Volunteer organization aids low-income people, families

Jose Martinez
December 17, 2007

Reaching out to Sacramento's low-income community is the main purpose of the Western Service Workers Association. For 34 years, the WSWA, an independent, volunteer-run association, has provided help for...

Stress treatment: Day spa offers a hand

Jose Martinez
December 13, 2007

Mellow Me Out, a day spa located in the University Union at Sacramento State, has started offering free five-minute chair massages every second-to-the-last week of the spring and fall semesters in an attempt...

Learn first, then break a sweat

Jose Martinez
December 7, 2007

It's no surprise that the "loca" in Salsa Loca Club means "crazy" in Spanish. Those who attend are crazy about dancing at the club. Since April, members have been meeting in the Redwood Room to not only...

Voting campaign launched

Jose Martinez
November 29, 2007

Only 47 percent of America's citizens age 18 to 25 voted in the 2004 presidential election between current republican President George W. Bush and democratic candidate John Kerry. Declare Yourself, a nonpartisan,...

Sac State launches first doctorate program

Jose Martinez
November 16, 2007

After years in the making, Sacramento State officially launched its Doctor of Education degree program at the start of the fall semester. Sac State is among seven of 23 California State University campuses...

Fall enrollment surpasses record

Jose Martinez
November 16, 2007

This semester saw a huge change for Sacramento State's enrollment numbers, as it was recently revealed that the university broke its previous 2002 record of 28,558 by nearly 300 students. According to...

Report reveals SacLink use hit an all time low this year

Jose Martinez
November 16, 2007

According to a recent report released in early October by the Office of Common Management Systems, only 8 percent of Sacramento State students use their SacLink e-mail accounts. SacLink is an e-mail system,...

A closing trend?

Jose Martinez
October 29, 2007

After a combined period of six semesters, a decrease in business led to the closure of Riverfront Center eateries Mother India and Leatherby's Family Creamery, said Matt Altier, executive director of University...

What would King do?

Jose Martinez
October 24, 2007

An imprint was made 40 years ago on the campus of Sacramento State - one that will carry meaning for many more years to come. "King was much more than a black civil rights leader," said Clayborne Carson,...

Fall enrollment a record high

Jose Martinez
October 17, 2007

After completing the fall semester census for 2007, the Office of Institutional Research confirmed that Sacramento State broke an enrollment record that was set in 2002. Sac State's enrollment for the...

Sac State athletes fitted by students

Jose Martinez
October 17, 2007

Sacramento State students are knowingly or unknowingly donating money toward the athletics department. Terry Wanless, athletics director, said a minimum of 70 percent of the athletics budget comes from...

Gore documentary reveals global warming effects

Jose Martinez
September 30, 2007

The UNIQUE program at Sacramento State held showings of Al Gore's documentary, "An Inconvenient Truth." The film is based on the effects global warming imposes on the environment. Davis Guggenheim, director...

Student views educational opportunities as freedom

Jose Martinez
September 25, 2007

On a campus of nearly 28,000 students, it's difficult to find those who stand out among the rest. Angelo Williams, 36, might be one of those students. Williams is in his second stint at Sacramento State...

University launches new doctorate program

Jose Martinez
September 12, 2007

After years in the making, SacramentoState officially launched its Doctor of Education degree program at the start of the fall semester. Of 23 California State University campuses, Sac State is among seven...

UTAPS move a surprise for some

Jose Martinez
September 11, 2007

For most students, the beginning of a new semester means adapting to changes. While students may be used to waking up early, they are still struggling to accept the fact that University Transportation...

Students believe UTAPS move could spark confusion

Jose Martinez
September 5, 2007

Sacramento State services that once called Foley Hall home were forced to relocate after demolition of the building began last semester. One of many services forced to change its location, University Transportation...

UTAPS relocation could last two years or more

Jose Martinez
August 15, 2007

June 19 marked the end of an era, as demolition and construction forced University Transportation and Parking Services to relocate from Foley Hall to a less visible location off campus. The move came as...

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