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Go Hornets!
September 2025
Hornets vs. Mercyhurst
Saturday, Sept. 13 | 6 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Hornet fans—let’s kick off the season in style with Salute to Heroes Night! Sacramento State football takes on Mercyhurst under the lights as we honor military service members, first responders, and local heroes. After the game, enjoy fireworks and a live post-game concert!
Buy your 9/13 game ticket today!
Career Buzz: Government Edition
Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 12-1 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
From public policy to city services, our alumni panelists will share how they built rewarding paths in government roles that keep communities running and make a real impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by those who were once in your shoes! Join us for Career Buzz: Government Edition!
Hornets vs. Central Arkansas
Saturday, Sept. 20 | 6 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Celebrate all things Sacramento at 916 Community Night! The Hornets football team battles Central Arkansas in a matchup packed with local pride. Stay after the final whistle for fireworks and a concert under the stars!
Buy your 9/20 game ticket today!
Hornets vs. Cal Poly
Saturday, Sept. 27 | 6 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Join us for Healthcare Appreciation Night as the Hornet football team faces rival Cal Poly! We’re recognizing the incredible work of healthcare professionals in our community. Keep the celebration going after the game with fireworks and a post-game concert!
Buy your 9/27 game ticket today!
October 2025
Career Buzz: Sports Edition
Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 12-1 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
Step inside the exciting world of sports administration at our next Career Buzz! From hosting major events to supporting student-athletes, our alumni panelists will share how they built careers that connect passion for sports with leadership, management, and community impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired by those who were once in your shoes!
Hornets vs. Northern Colorado **HOMECOMING**
Saturday, Oct. 18 | 6 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Homecoming is here! Hornet Nation reunites as Sacramento State football takes on Northern Colorado in the biggest game of the year. Celebrate with classmates, families, and friends—then enjoy a dazzling fireworks show to cap off the night!
Buy your 10/18 game ticket today!
Hornets vs. Montana
Friday, Oct. 24 | 7:30 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Friday night lights return as the Hornets football team hosts Montana in a marquee matchup. Pack the stands, bring your Hornet spirit, and don’t miss the post-game fireworks and concert!
November 2025
Hornets vs. Idaho
Saturday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m. kickoff
Hornet Stadium, Sacramento State
Close out the season at Native American Heritage Night as the Hornet football team takes on Idaho. It’s the final home game of the fall, so let’s make it one to remember—with a special celebration, fireworks, and a live post-game concert!
Buy your 11/15 game ticket today!
Career Buzz: Entrepreneurship Edition
Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 12-1 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
Turn your passion into a profession! At our final Career Buzz of the fall, meet Sac State alumni who’ve built businesses from the ground up. From launching startups to leading companies, our panelists will share their journeys, lessons, and insights on what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and be inspired by those who were once in your shoes!
Summer @ Sac State
Even when the campus slows down for summer, there are still lots of opportunities for alumni and community members to explore the campus. There are tons of camps for children from elementary school through high school - academic, sports, adventure, boating and more! Plus, recreation activities for the entire family! Hope to see you on campus this summer!
Hornet Athletics
Winter sports are officially underway, so head out to cheer on the Hornets in Sacramento and beyond!
- Women's Basketball
- Men's Basketball
- Women's Tennis
- Men's Tennis
- Women's Golf
- Men's Golf
- Gymnastics
- Track & Field
You can also see the latest news on the teams, the student athletes, and where you can catch the next competition by checking out the Hornet Sports website.
More Campus Events
Save-the-Date
Registration links will be posted soon. See you soon!
- SSAA Member Meeting - Monday, March 24
- Festival of the Arts - April 8-14
- Alumni Night at the River Cats - Friday, September 5
- Distinguished Alumni Awards - Thursday, October 30
Outdoor Activity Opportunities
ASI Peak Adventures
ASI Peak Adventures offers outdoor trips, gear rentals, team building at the Challenge Center, summer camps, and a full service bike shop! All services are open to Alumni. Be sure to claim your free Alumni Association membership to get a discount!
Summer Camps for kids ages 8-17
Sac State Aquatic Center
Located on the beautiful Lake Natoma in Gold River, the Aquatic Center is a National Boating Instruction Safety Center where we offer classes, camps, facility reservations, team building, youth groups, and equipment rentals. So, you don’t have to have your own equipment to enjoy beautiful Lake Natoma. The Aquatic Center is open to the general public. Be sure the claim your free Alumni Association membership and pay the discounted affiliate rate on equipment rentals.