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Moneymaker Named MPSF Gymnast of the Week for Second Straight Week

Mar 02, 2026 11:16AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

For the second-straight week and third time this season, Amelia Moneymaker has been named the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Gymnast of the Week following a weekend where she hit the second-best floor performance in program history while helping the Aggies battle to a dual meet win and a season-high performance on beam.

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Three SRFC Players Invited to U.S. Soccer Mini ID Camp

Three SRFC Players Invited to U.S. Soccer Mini ID Camp

Feb 23, 2026 01:40PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Over the weekend of Feb. 14, three of Republic FC’s up-and-coming players had the opportunity to represent the Indomitable Club on the national stage.

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Bob Melvin Returns to the Athletics as Special Assistant

Feb 23, 2026 01:21PM ● By Athletics News Release

The Athletics have hired Bob Melvin as Special Assistant, Baseball Operations, the club announced Feb. 19. In his role, Melvin will serve as an advisor to the front office on baseball matters.

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ARC Swimming and Diving Shines at Los Rios Invite

ARC Swimming and Diving Shines at Los Rios Invite

Feb 23, 2026 01:08PM ● By American River College Athletics News Release

The American River College (ARC) men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams opened the season in strong form at the Los Rios Invite, an early-season, non-scored meet that showcased depth, speed and promising performances across the board.

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UC Davis Head Football Coach Tom Plough

UC Davis Extends Contract for Football Head Coach

Feb 23, 2026 12:54PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Following two seasons of national success, including back-to-back NCAA Division I National Championship Quarterfinal appearances and 20 wins, UC Davis Athletics and Director of Athletics Rocko DeLuca are proud to announce a five-year contract extension for football head coach and UC Davis graduate Tim Plough.

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Athletics Sign Right Hand Pitchers Barlow and Civale

Feb 16, 2026 12:45PM ● By Athletics News Release

The Athletics have signed right-handed pitchers Scott Barlow and Aaron Civale to one-year deals, the club announced recently. To clear spots on the 40-man roster, the A’s designated right-handed pitchers Grant Holman and Mitch Spence for assignment.

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River Cats Unveil ‘Festival of Baseball’

Feb 16, 2026 12:18PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats recently announced the launch of the River Cats Festival of Baseball at Sutter Health Park, a season-long marketing campaign that transforms each homestand into a uniquely curated music-festival-style experience, celebrating the spirit, culture and community that defines Sacramento.

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Men's Tennis Wins the 2025 CCCAA Team GPA Award

Feb 09, 2026 03:47PM ● By American River College News Release

For the second consecutive season, and the third in four years, the ARC men's tennis team won the CCCAA Team GPA Award.

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Midfielder Pep Casas to Join 2026 Campaign

Feb 09, 2026 03:45PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC recently announced that the club has signed midfielder José “Pep” Casas.

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A's Agree to Terms with SS Jacob Wilson

Feb 09, 2026 03:42PM ● By Athletics News Release

The Athletics have agreed to terms with shortstop Jacob Wilson on a seven-year contract through the 2032 season with a club option for 2033, the club announced today.

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Gymnastics Sweeps MPSF Weekly Awards

Feb 09, 2026 03:39PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

For the first time this season UC Davis gymnastics has brought home Mountain Pacific Sports Federation weekly awards sweeping all three following the weekend with Amelia Moneymaker (Gymnast of the Week), Molly Osborne (Freshman of the Week) and Avah Reichow (Specialist of the Week) all bringing home the honors.

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Republic for All

Feb 06, 2026 01:16PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Single Match Tickets on Sale for Indomitable Club’s 2026 Campaign

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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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Sacramento River Cats

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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Former Hornet Abigail Lopez Makes Pro Debut with Club Puebla

Jan 20, 2026 01:59PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Former Sacramento State women’s soccer standout Abigail Lopez has joined the professional ranks, signing with Club Puebla in Mexico’s top women’s division and making her debut on Jan. 4 against the Rayados de Monterrey in the LIGA BBVA MX Femenil closing tournament.

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Softball Sets Schedule

Jan 20, 2026 01:55PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis softball has set in place its 2026 schedule, with the season opener set for Feb. 5 at home against Sacramento State and the Big West Conference opener against Hawai'I scheduled at La Rue Field over the weekend of March 6-7.

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Open Call for River Cats National Anthem Auditions

Jan 20, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Demos for Potential Performers Must be Submitted Prior to Jan. 30

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Republic FC Acquires Forward Mayele Malango from Monterey Bay FC

Jan 20, 2026 01:48PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC announced Jan. 8 that the Club has acquired forward Mayele Malango (MY-el Muh-LAWN-go) from Monterey Bay FC 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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Sacramento State University

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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