Hornets Head to MAC as Football-Only Member
Sacramento State is joining the Mid-American Conference as a football-only member, expanding MAC’s football footprint while the Hornets’ other sports stay in their current conference.
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MAC Welcomes Sacramento State as Football-Only FBS Member
The MAC voted to add Sacramento State as a football-only member, moving the Hornets from FCS to FBS this season for an $18 million entry fee, making them the first West Coast program to jump to FBS in 57 years and effectively replacing Northern Illinois in the conference; no MAC schedules for 2026 have been released yet.
"College Baseball Outfielder Hit by Pitch Seven Times in Doubleheader"
Sacramento State outfielder Matt Masciangelo was hit by a pitch seven times in a doubleheader against Loyola Marymount during the opening day of the 2024 NCAA Division I college baseball season. Masciangelo, who transferred from Cal State Bakersfield, found himself consistently reaching first base without swinging the bat, attributing the unusual streak to fate and the pitchers' game plan. Despite the absurdity of the situation, Masciangelo maintained a positive attitude and helped his team's chances of scoring runs.
"College Baseball Player Sets Record with 7 Hit-By-Pitches in Doubleheader"
Sacramento State's junior outfielder Matt Masciangelo was hit by a pitch seven times in eight plate appearances during his debut with the baseball team, earning an RBI with one of the hit-by-pitches. Despite the unusual and painful experience, Masciangelo maintained a sense of humor about the situation and attributed it to the unpredictability of baseball, stating that he did not believe he was being intentionally targeted at the plate.
"College Baseball Player Takes Seven Pitches in Doubleheader, Sets Unbelievable Record"
Sacramento State outfielder Matt Masciangelo was hit by a pitch seven times in a doubleheader against Loyola Marymount, setting a program record and coming close to breaking the MLB record for most hit-by-pitches in a game. Despite the unusual circumstances, Masciangelo maintained a positive attitude and focused on helping his team win. He transferred to Sacramento State after playing at community colleges and Cal State Bakersfield, and will continue the series against Loyola Marymount.
"College Baseball Player Endures Seven Hit-by-Pitches in Doubleheader"
Sacramento State outfielder Matt Masciangelo was hit by a pitch seven times in a doubleheader against Loyola Marymount, laughing at the absurdity of the situation and attributing it to the strategic nature of baseball. Despite the soreness, he maintained a positive attitude and focused on helping his team win games, with Loyola Marymount ultimately winning both games.
Exercise and Tai Chi: Effective Ways to Slow Parkinson's Disease Progression
Researchers at Sacramento State are conducting a study to determine if exercise can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Led by Dr. Gwénaëlle Begue and Dr. Matt J.N. Brown, the study involves more than 20 participants who exercise both at home and in person at the Human Performance Research Laboratory. The goal is to find a level of exercise that can potentially slow or stop the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, offering hope for patients like Tony Cepeda, who experiences reduced symptoms when he works out.
"Multiple Sexual Assault Investigations Unfold at UC Davis and Sac State Campuses"
Detectives are investigating separate cases of alleged sexual assault at UC Davis and Sacramento State, sparking concerns about campus safety. UC Davis is increasing foot patrols, upgrading lighting in poorly lit areas, and expanding its Safe Riders program. Sacramento State is offering educational sessions on sexual misconduct and plans to hold a public forum on campus safety. Advocates emphasize the importance of addressing sexual assault and prevention efforts, expressing hope for positive change with new university leadership.
Idaho Vandals Secure Dramatic Victory over Sacramento State in Big Sky Opener
Idaho delivered a stunning upset to Sacramento State, ending their 22-game regular-season winning streak and 19-game Big Sky winning streak with a last-second field goal and a game-ending play that resulted in a touchdown for the Vandals.
Gators Remain Undefeated with Five-Set Victory over Hornets
The third-ranked Florida volleyball team remained undefeated as they defeated Sacramento State in a five-set match. Florida moved to 5-0 for the 17th time in program history, with AC Fitzpatrick and Kennedy Martin leading the offense with a combined 35 kills. The Gators used a strong start in the fifth set to claim a 15-7 victory and improve to 5-0 on the season.
Patriots' 2023 Draft Picks: Mapu, White, and Gonzalez Join the Team.
The New England Patriots selected Sacramento State linebacker Marte Mapu as their third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Mapu, who can also play safety, was a two-year starter at Sacramento State and earned Second Team All-Big Sky honors in 2021. Despite not being invited to the NFL combine and tearing his pec during pre-draft training, Mapu expects to be ready for training camp. He joins first-round cornerback Christian Gonzalez and second-round edge rusher Keion White as part of the Patriots' 2023 draft class.
"Patriots' 2023 Draft Picks: Mapu, White, and Gonzalez"
The New England Patriots have selected linebacker Marte Mapu from Sacramento State with the No. 76 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, via a trade with the Carolina Panthers. Mapu is the third defensive player drafted by the Patriots in this year's draft, following cornerback Christian Gonzalez and defensive end Keion White.