⚔️ The Official Newsletter For San José State Athletics

Good Morning, SJSU Fam. Five days away! Tip-off is coming!!

What all is stirring in today’s Brew? Check it out below!

🏀 Sneak Peek
⚽️ Connect Four
🏈 Saturday Night Live
⚔️ And more!

🍷 Raise a glass at the Spartan Block Party! 🍷

Visit the Stella Rosa booth to sample a selection of their featured wines.

Spartan fans, get ready for the return of our premier pregame experience, now with a new name (formerly Brew & Vine) and even more to enjoy!

Join us for Sparta Kickoff Fest, presented by Modelo, on November 1 (Event starts at 4:30 PM | Kickoff is at 7:30 PM) as San José State takes on Hawai'i for the Dick Tomey Legacy Trophy. It’s our signature beer and wine sampling event, which includes:

• A reserved seat game ticket

• Tastings from local breweries and wineries 

• Delicious food

• Commemorative tasting cup

• Live music

• Sponsor booths

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Sneak Peek. With the season opener just five days away, the SJSU men’s hoops squad gave their fans a little sneak peek of what’s to come this year.

Javaughn Hannah paced the Spartans with 17 points and eight rebounds to lead the Spartans in a 73-60 victory over Cal State East Bay in exhibition action on Monday night.

Yaphet Moundi recorded a double-double, consisting of 10 points and 11 rebounds, while Sadraque NgaNga added 14 points on 5-of-6 shooting to go along with two steals. Colby Garland tallied 12 points and two assists, while Ben Roseborough contributed seven points, five assists and two blocks from the backcourt.

🔼 Coming Soon. The men’s hoops squad isn’t the only ones giving a sneak peek of what’s to come as the women’s program hits the court tonight in exhibition action.

Jessup visits SJSU for a 7 pm tip-off prior to the Spartans season opener next Saturday at BYU.

🏀 The Full 2025-26 Women’s Basketball Schedule

🔼 Saturday Night Live. For the first time in almost a month, the SJSU football team returns home to host Hawai’i, presented by Habbas Law, in a Saturday night showdown on CBS Sports Network.

The Spartans look for their fifth win in a row over Hawai‘i in the Dick Tomey Legacy Game and their second straight home win over the Rainbow Warriors.

Catch the LaRussell pregame concert at the Sparta Kickoff Fest student tailgate, this Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.

🏈 Previewing The Matchup

🔼 Connect Four. For the first time this year and fourth time in his career, Angel Iniguez was named WAC Offensive Player of the Week as well as earning a spot on TopDrawerSoccer’s Team of the Week.

This is also his second time being named to TopDrawerSoccer’s team of the week this season. TopDrawerSoccer’s team of the week recognizes the 11 best players across the nation during that given week.

Iniguez scored three goals across two games this week, leading the Spartans in securing four conference points.

🏈 Coaches Show is back at Narrative Fermentations on Monday!

Join us on Monday, November 3rd at 6 PM for the San José State Football Coach’s Show at Narrative Fermentations (101 E. Alma Ave, San Jose)! Hear from the coaches, talk Spartan football, and enjoy great beer and great company as we get ready for the upcoming game against Air Force.

Can’t make it to the live show on Monday? No problem — tune in to KTRB 860AM on Thursday to catch the full broadcast! 💙💛

This Saturday, head coach Ken Niumatalolo will be on opposite of his alma mater as Hawai’i comes to town for a Saturday night showdown.

With Niumatalolo as QB, the Rainbow Warriors reached their first bowl game in 1989. Which bowl game did Hawai’i play in with Niumatalolo leading the way?

Got a guess?

Scroll down to the bottom of this email for the answer!

San José State Football is teaming up with the San Francisco Giants for a one-of-a-kind collab when the Spartans take on conference rival Hawai‘i on Saturday, November 1 — and we’re bringing the Bay Area baseball vibe to the gridiron!

To celebrate, we’re offering a limited-edition Spartans x Giants Aloha Jersey, available exclusively through this Spartans x Giants special event ticket package. This co-branded collectible blends Giants spirit with island flair and Spartan pride, the perfect mashup for fans of both teams.

Each package includes a reserved ticket to the game and the exclusive Aloha Jersey. We’ll also be bringing the Giants energy to CEFCU Stadium with themed pregame and in-game experiences that will make this a night to remember.

Quantities are extremely limited, so don’t miss your chance to score this one-of-a-kind co-branded Aloha shirt and be part of an unforgettable crossover event!

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📅 UPCOMING SCHEDULE

Wednesday, October 29th
🏀 Women’s Basketball vs. Jessup @ 7pm (Exhibition)
⛳️ Men’s Golf at Ka’anapali Classic Collegiate Invitational (Lahaina, Hawai‘i)
⛳️ Women’s Golf at Nanea Invitational (Kailua-Kona, Hawaii)

Thursday, October 30th
🏐 Volleyball at Wyoming @ 5:30pm
⚽️ Women’s Soccer at Fresno State @ 7pm

Friday, October 31st
👟 Cross Country at Mountain West Conference Championships @ 9am
🤸 Women’s Gymnastics at Halloween Intrasquad Meet @ 1pm

Saturday, November 1st
🏐 Volleyball at Colorado State @ 12pm
🏈 Football vs. Hawai’i @ 7:30pm (Homecoming) l CBS Sports Network

Sunday, November 2nd
🤽 Men’s Water Polo at Air Force @ 11am
⚽️ Men’s Soccer vs. Air Force @ 1pm

Monday, November 3rd
🏀 Men’s Basketball at Utah @ 6pm

⚔️ Check Out The Full SJSU Athletic Calendar

Answer: 1989 Aloha Bowl vs. Michigan State

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⚔️ Have a great one!