Sacramento State Hornets Launch Historic FBS Debut in the Mid-American Conference
The Hornets' first FBS game against Eastern Michigan marks a milestone for California college football, supported by Southwest Airlines and a $24 million investment.
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The Hornets' first FBS game against Eastern Michigan marks a milestone for California college football, supported by Southwest Airlines and a $24 million investment.

Sacramento State’s football program is transitioning to the FBS after an early Mid‑American Conference invitation, driven by Coach Alonzo Carter’s unconventional tactics, a $7 million NIL boost, and ambitions to heighten student engagement and national exposure.

A rapid expansion of women’s flag football in U.S. colleges reflects a blend of athletic ambition, financial practicality, and gender‑equity goals, setting the stage for a historic championship debut.

After 20 years as a player and coach, Matt McDougall steps into an interim head coaching role, expressing gratitude to mentors, family, and the athletic director as he charts the next chapter for Sacramento State soccer.
The Hornets enter the Mid‑American Conference as preseason underdogs, backed by a $23 million five‑year commitment and a mantra of ‘Fast, Violent, Physical.’

After the passing of Reed Peters, the University of the Pacific appoints Toby DeMello, a coach with deep ties to the region and a track record of offensive excellence, to lead the Tigers into the 2027 season.
Sacramento State will elevate women's flag football from club to varsity status by 2027‑28, capitalizing on the sport's rapid growth, Olympic debut in 2028, and the advocacy of freshman Raia Brown.

Sacramento State announces a new women's flag football team that will begin club play in 2026‑27 with ambitions to reach NCAA Division I status by 2027‑28, driven by student advocacy and the sport's upcoming Olympic debut.

Sacramento State announces a landmark television schedule that will feature at least five games on national networks in the 2026 season, highlighting key matchups and the program's move to the FBS level.