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Riva Lays Claim to Big Sky Honors

Feb 03, 2026 12:57PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sacramento State junior Irene Riva was named the Big Sky Conference women’s tennis player of the week on Jan. 28 following a strong showing during the Hornets’ spring openers in Honolulu.

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Hornets’ Picton Big Sky Pick

Feb 03, 2026 12:53PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

For the first time in her collegiate career, Sacramento State junior guard Natalie Picton was named the Big Sky Conference Player of the Week following her performances against Idaho and Eastern Washington last week.

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Sacramento Kings Announce Kingpin Classic Presented by Raley’s

Feb 03, 2026 12:48PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings announced the return of the fan-favorite Kingpin Classic presented by Raley’s, an annual charity bowling event benefiting the Sacramento Kings Foundation.

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River Cats Announce Coaching Staff

Feb 03, 2026 12:32PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Entire 2025 staff to return; Brundage embarks on 10th season as manager

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Former Aggies Named to Hall of Fame

Jan 27, 2026 09:57AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

pair of former Aggies have joined the ranks of some of the best in the history of college football, with Cal Aggie Athletics Hall of Famer Chris Petersen and Gary Patterson both being named to the College Football Hall of Fame as part of its Class of 2026.

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Baron Championship Rings Named Official Partner of UC Davis Athletics

Jan 27, 2026 09:53AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis Athletics has elevated its championship experience with the announcement of a new partnership with Baron Championship Rings as the Official Championship Ring Partner of UC Davis Athletics.

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Women’s Basketball Wins Third Straight with Road Victory at Northern Arizona

Jan 27, 2026 09:45AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sophomore guard Rubi Gray posted her first career double-double with a career-high tying 26 points and 11 rebounds, while Benthe Versteeg and Natalie Picton also finished in double figures, helping lead Sacramento State to its third-straight victory with a 78-59 win at Northern Arizona on Thursday, Jan. 15 in Flagstaff, Arizona.

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Republic FC Bolsters Frontline with Addition of Striker Kyle Edwards

Jan 26, 2026 04:16PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC announced Jan. 15 that the Club has acquired forward Kyle Edwards from Hartford Athletic via transfer.

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Leadership Change for Women’s Soccer

Jan 12, 2026 04:38PM ● By Sacramento State News Release

Sacramento State Director of Athletics Mark Orr announced a change in leadership for the Hornets’ women’s soccer program, parting ways with head coach Randy Dedini.

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River Cats, Giants to Meet at Exhibition Game

Jan 12, 2026 04:34PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The fifth battle between the Sacramento River Cats and their parent affiliate, the San Francisco Giants, is set to get the River Cats baseball season underway on Sunday, Mar. 22 at 5:07 p.m.

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Countdown to Kickoff

Jan 12, 2026 04:29PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC Releases Action-Packed 2026 Schedule

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Jace Rodriguez Named to FCS ADA Academic All Star Team

Jan 12, 2026 04:22PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

The Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Association (FCS ADA) has named 57 student-athletes to the 28th Annual Academic All-Star Team, listing UC Davis football senior offensive lineman Jace Rodriguez as part of the collection of academic all stars.

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Stingy Defense Helps Women’s Basketball

Jan 12, 2026 04:19PM ● By Sacramento State News Release

Senior Benthe Versteeg and junior Keanna Salave’a each finished with double-doubles on the day and the Sacramento State defense limited visiting Weber State to just 13 second-half points on Jan. 3.

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A’s Agree to Terms with LF Tyler Soderstrom on Seven-Year Contract

Jan 05, 2026 11:36AM ● By Athletics News Release

The Athletics have agreed to terms with left fielder Tyler Soderstrom on a seven-year contract through the 2032 season with a club option for 2033, the club announced Dec. 29.

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Carter Begins Assembling Staff with Initial Round of Hires

Jan 05, 2026 11:28AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sacramento State head coach Alonzo Carter named several assistant coaches and staff personnel to his staff, it was announced Dec. 30.

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Republic FC Adds Two Local Standouts on USL Academy Contracts

Jan 05, 2026 11:22AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced Dec. 19 the addition of academy players Luke Strassburg and Rohan Chivukula to the club’s first team roster.

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Izzi Joins Staff as Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development

Dec 29, 2025 05:57PM ● By Sacramento State News Release

Veteran college athletics administrator Michael Izzi has been named the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development at Sacramento State, announced Director of Athletics Mark Orr.

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Psyk and Pinnick Named Stats Perform All Americans

Dec 29, 2025 05:49PM ● By UC Davis News Release

After a season ranked near the top in multiple categories, helping UC Davis football make another deep run into the postseason, both Jacob Psyk (first team) and Caden Pinnick (freshman) have earned Stats Perform All-American honors, making both Aggies two-time All-Americans following the 2026 season.

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Republic FC Adds Goalkeeper Jacob Randolph

Dec 29, 2025 05:24PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced Dec. 16 the addition of goalkeeper Jacob Randolph. He will be added to the team’s roster, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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A’s Select RHP Ryan Watson in Major League Rule 5 Draft

Dec 15, 2025 11:15AM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s select three pitchers in minor league portion

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Sacramento State Announces Change

Dec 15, 2025 11:11AM ● By Sacramento State News Release

Brennan Marion announced Dec. 5 that he will resign as the head football coach at Sacramento State to become the offensive coordinator at Colorado.

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Eric Kubota Wins Tony Gwynn Lifetime Achievement Award

Dec 15, 2025 11:07AM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Director of Scouting Eric Kubota has been named the winner of the Tony Gwynn Award, a lifetime achievement award presented annually by Baseball America for the greatest contributions to the game.

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Pinnick and Cofield Named FCS Football Central Freshman All-Americans

Dec 15, 2025 11:05AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Following impressive freshmen campaigns by Caden Pinnick and Drew Cofield, the pair of UC Davis football freshmen have earned FCS Football Central Freshman All-American honors as announced today.

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Football Signs 11 on Early Signing Period’s First Day

Dec 08, 2025 11:46AM ● By Sacramento State News Release

The Sacramento State football team announced the signing of 11 high school seniors on the early signing period’s first day on Dec. 3. The group is comprised of six offensive and five defensive players and features nine three-star recruits by 247Sports.

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Dunivant Steps Down as Republic FC President, General Manager

Dec 08, 2025 11:38AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC has announced that President and General Manager Todd Dunivant will step down from his role at the end of the year to pursue a new opportunity outside the club.

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Aggies Sweep Rider of the Month Awards in Strong Season

Dec 08, 2025 11:23AM ● By UC Davis News Release

Following a standout month of November in which the University of California, Davis equestrians earned back-to-back wins over Delaware State and UT Martin, Chloe Fares, Eliza Plum, Anna Donovan and Mya Clader were each recognized with the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Riders of the Month honors.

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Registration Now Open for Republic FC’s Winter Break Camps

Dec 02, 2025 09:39AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC has opened registration for its 2025 Winter Break Camps. This December, players ages 4 to 16 can join the club for two fun and engaging camp experiences led by a professional trained and licensed coaching staff.

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Republic FC to Host Open Tryouts on Jan. 10 and 11

Dec 02, 2025 09:34AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

As Republic FC prepares for the 2026 United Soccer League (USL) Championship Season, the club will again host open tryouts, an opportunity for local top talent to showcase their abilities in front of professional coaching staff with the goal of earning an invitation to the team’s preseason training camp.

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Caden Pinnick Named Jerry Rice Award Finalist

Dec 02, 2025 09:27AM ● By UC Davis News Release

No. 8 University of California, Davis football redshirt freshman Caden Pinnick has been named a finalist for the Jerry Rice Award, putting him among the best 25 freshmen in the nation.

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Sacramento State Volleyball Secures Five Major Big Sky Honors

Dec 01, 2025 04:29PM ● By Sacramento State News Release

Sacramento State volleyball’s remarkable 2025 campaign continued as the Hornets collected five major awards in the annual All–Big Sky Conference selections, highlighted by sophomore outside hitter Victoria Marthaler being named Big Sky Most Valuable Player.

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Aggies Earn Third Rider of the Week Sweep

Nov 17, 2025 01:45PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

For the third time this season, University of California, Davis swept the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Rider of the Week awards following back-to-back victories over Delaware State and UT Martin.

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Big Amish is the 2025 AL Rookie of the Year

Nov 17, 2025 01:25PM ● By Athletics News Release

First baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the 2025 Jackie Robinson American League Rookie of the Year Award winner.

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It’s All About the Athletes

Nov 12, 2025 10:17AM ● By Seth Henderson

Special Olympics at UC Davis’ Russell Field Hosts Hundreds of NorCal Athletes

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Baudouin, Riva to Represent Big Sky

Nov 03, 2025 05:10PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The Sacramento State doubles team of juniors Lou Baudouin and Irene Riva have been selected to represent the Big Sky Conference at the 2025 Intercollegiate Tennis Association Conference Masters Championships on Nov. 6 to Nov. 9 at the Barnes Tennis Center in San Diego.

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A's Unveil Gold Sacramento Jersey for 2026 Season

Nov 03, 2025 04:56PM ● By Athletics News Release

Beginning next season, the A's will take the field in a bold new look: a gold alternate jersey featuring "Sacramento" across the chest.

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