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Sacramento State men’s soccer players leap to block a free kick against Cal Poly, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. After jumping out to an early lead, the Hornets conceded a goal, and the match resulted in a draw.
Hornets gallop early and stumble in a draw against the Mustangs
Tamer Bohatch, Staffer • October 17, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer secured a key point in the Big West Conference standings as they drew against Cal Poly at home on Wednesday. The Hornets were given five yellow cards in their match against the Mustangs.
Senior linemen Dean Abdullah and Kenndel Riley get ready to fire off the ball and create running lanes for the running backs against Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The Hornet offensive line has been dominant this season, helping rack up 234.7 rushing yards per game.
Preventing a Bear attack: Sac State takes on Northern Colorado for homecoming
Cynsere Kelly, Staffer • October 17, 2025
Sacramento State looks to pick up a win in its homecoming game against the visiting Northern Colorado Bears.
Launching the ball down the field in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho, redshirt junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier has been vital for the Hornets this season Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2025. Palmatier made 10 saves in the 6-0 defeat to Weber State on Oct. 12.
Nightmare on Weber Street: Hornets receive thrashing from the Wildcats
Elisha Chandra, Staffer • October 16, 2025
Looking to get back on the win column, Sacramento State looked to Weber State as an opportunity to make a statement in the Big Sky Conference. That all changed, however, as the Hornets conceded four goals in the first half and two goals in the second half.
Victoria Marthaler celebrating with Greta Davis Sept. 20, 2025. The Hornets will be back at home Thursday at 7 p.m. against Montana.
The North Remembers: Hornets fall to Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona
Alex Grado, Staffer • October 15, 2025
The Hornets stumbled on their road trip losing back-to-back, but Victoria Marthaler’s breakout season continued.
Junior forward Zac Giles sends in a freekick in a match at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Sac State fell short of their comeback efforts by a score of 1-0.
Run down in Riverside: Hornets collapse against the Highlanders
Tamer Bohatch, Staffer • October 15, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer team got shut out on their road loss to UC Riverside on Saturday. The Hornets mustered four shots on goal and fell to 0-3-1 in Big West Conference play.
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Chris D. Johnson, Andrew A. Brown, and Logan Chrisp October 13, 2025
Fans gathered to watch Hornet Madness at The Nest on Friday to build hype for the men’s and women’s basketball teams’ upcoming campaigns. The event also officially signaled the finale of Hornet basketball at the venue.
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.
Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State
Jack Dann, Sports Editor • October 12, 2025
Sacramento State football trounced the Weber State Wildcats, 55-27, overcoming a mountain monsoon on the road for their first Big Sky win.
Junior forward Micaela Romo getting ready to strike the ball in the 5-0 victory against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Sacramento State failed to continue their attacking prowess against Idaho State as they lost to the Bengals 3-0 in Idaho on Oct. 9.
Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho
Elisha Chandra, Sports Staffer • October 11, 2025
Starting the day off at the top of the table, the Hornets looked to their next meeting against Idaho State as an opportunity to separate themselves further from the rest of the pack. The second half clinic from the Bengals resulted in a 3-0 defeat for the Hornets, with both sides breathing down each other’s necks throughout the game.
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Jack Dann, Zachary Hernandez, Eli Keller, and Chris D. Johnson October 10, 2025
Incoming Sacramento State transfer guard Mikey Williams has joined the men’s basketball team for the 2025-26 season under new head coach Mike Bibby.
Junior defender Nick Strangio dribbles up the pitch at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Hornets would fall to the Roadrunners by a score of 1-0.
Hornets escape the Matadors’ cape to force a late game draw
Tamer Bohatch, Staffer • October 9, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer team battled back down two goals against CSU Northridge on Wednesday. Scoring two goals in the second half, the Hornets would go on to draw the match by a score of 2-2.
Senior Sam Adams II, sophomore Damian Henderson II and senior Rodney Hammond, Jr who all embrace after a running back pass touchdown from Hammond, Jr to Adams II against Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The trio, Sacramento State’s three-headed monster at the running back position, helped contribute 230 rushing yards in a loss versus Cal Poly.
Sac State sets sights high against Weber State after a bye week
Cynsere Kelly, Sports Staffer • October 9, 2025
Sacramento State football looks to start their second leg of the season strong as they travel to face Weber State in Utah on Saturday.
Embraced by her teammates, freshman defender Aryana Martinez gets her first goal with the Hornets against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Stepping up due to injuries, Martinez has been vital for the Hornets this season.
Did you hear that? Hornets set off explosion with five-goal blowout
Elisha Chandra, Staffer • October 8, 2025
Sitting in the middle of the Big Sky Conference table, the Hornets looked to separate themselves from the rest of the pack against Eastern Washington. The performance from the Hornets in the second half saw five different Hornets put the ball in the back of the net and earn the team all three points.
Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.
Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State
Alex Grado, Sports Staffer • October 7, 2025
The Hornets improved their Big Sky Conference record to 2-1 behind Victoria Marthaler’s standout performance.
Sophomore midfielder Vincent Padilla battles for a loose ball at home against CSU Fullerton Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Sac State’s offensive struggles continued, as they lost the match by a score of 2-1.
Shortcomings in Sacramento: Hornets fall short despite last ditch effort
Tamer Bohatch, Staffer • October 6, 2025
Sacramento State men’s soccer lost in a close match against CSU Fullerton Saturday. The Hornets’ last ditch effort to mount a comeback fell short by a score of 1-2.
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Jack Dann, Zachary Hernandez, Eli Keller, and Chris D. Johnson October 10, 2025
Incoming Sacramento State transfer guard Mikey Williams has joined the men’s basketball team for the 2025-26 season under new head coach Mike Bibby.
Graphic made in Canva by Evan Patocka
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.
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Managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports staff writer Jordan Latimore sit down and talk to Samaad Hector, who left the Sacramento State men’s basketball team before the fall 2021 semester.
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