Sonoma State Brings Back 10 Sports | Oakland News

Sonoma State University is reviving its sports programs with a full comeback in Fall 2027, returning ten teams after cutting Division II athletics in 2025 due to a $24 million budget shortfall. Led by President Michael Spagna, the move aims to reinvigorate campus spirit, boost student recruitment, and strengthen community ties. Returning sports include women’s basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, and volleyball, alongside men’s basketball, cross country, golf, and soccer—all set to compete in the California Collegiate Athletic Association. Funding will come from student fees, tuition from new athletes, fundraising, sponsorships, sports camps, facility rentals, and university support. The plan targets full operation by the 2027-2028 academic year, marking a major turnaround after tough cuts. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2794829fb8266d4e