Sacramento State president on the school’s potential jump to the FBS

Sacramento State president Dr. Luke Wood provided updates on the school's plans to join the FBS and build a new football stadium.

BY FRANKIE CARTOSCELLI

Apr 11, 2025, 9:32 AM

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A new era of Sacramento State athletics has arrived as the Hornets aim to make the leap to the FBS, with upgrades to the school’s basketball and football facilities on the way and Sacramento Kings legend Mike Bibby leading the men’s basketball program as head coach.

To discuss the Hornets’ ambitions to take the next step in building a formidable athletic program, Sacramento State president Dr. Luke Wood joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross this week to expand on the school’s plans to join the FBS, share updates on the planned new football stadium, and much more.

Plus, why was Bibby the choice to lead the men’s basketball program?

Be sure to check out the entire interview with Dr. Luke Wood on the Sactown Sports 1140 YouTube page.

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“In a pretty short period of time, we have put Sacramento State on a national stage for athletics.”
Sacramento State plans to apply for FBS status as an independent program (without joining a conference).
“We can control our own future and our own destiny, who we play on our schedule.”
Dr. Wood says that Sacramento is the only top-20 media market in the country that doesn’t have an FBS football team.
What would a new TV deal look like for the Hornets if they join the FBS?
Is the football stadium on track to begin construction in the near future?
For this upcoming season, changes are being made to upgrade the fan experience, including new seats, upgraded concessions, restrooms, and more.
“The Well,” Sacramento State’s updated basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics home, will be completed by the end of April.

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Shortly following the news that former Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby will be taking over as head coach of the Sacramento State men’s basketball program, a big name has committed to join the Hornets for the upcoming season.

Shaqir O’Neal, son of Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal, announced on social media this week that he has committed to join Sacramento State for the 2025-26 season.

“I am incredibly grateful to Coach Bibby and the entire coaching staff for believing in me and offering this opportunity,” Shaqir shared on Instagram about his decision. “I look forward to contributing to the program and representing Sacramento State.”

O’Neal, a 6’8, 200-pound senior, is a transfer from Florida A&M, where he averaged 6.7 points and 3.4 rebounds per game on 50 percent shooting from the field and 37 percent from three-point range during the 2024-25 season.

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