Spartan Brew 8/6: The Waiting Game

Countdown To Kickoff Winds Down As Spartans' Season Opener Draws Near

⚔️ The Official Newsletter For San José State Athletics

Good Morning, SJSU Fam. It’s a Wednesday morning in the final weeks of summer, we’re guessing you might need some motivation to get you through the day.

Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

What’s in today’s Spartan Brew?

⚽️ They’re Backkkk
⛳️ Academic Aces
⏱️ Countdown To Kickoff
⚔️ And more!

⏱️ COUNTDOWN TO KICKOFF: 2️⃣3️⃣ DAYS

That’s right, we are just 2️⃣3️⃣ days away from the return of Spartan football!

No better time to recognize one of the all-time greats at SJSU, WR #2️⃣3️⃣ Noel Grigsby.

Grigsby played five seasons with the Spartans, piling up 40 games and wrapping up his career with the program’s lead in receiving yards (3,121) and second in receptions (237).

He was the first SJSU WR to haul in 800 or more yards in his freshman, sophomore AND junior seasons.

He earned All-WAC honors in two seasons and was a Second Team Freshman All-American in 2010.

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 They’re Backkk. The boys of the pitch are back.

That’s right, the SJSU men’s soccer squad joined the summertime grind action this week when they officially hit the practices fields for the first time in preparation for the upcoming 2025 campaign.

🔼 Academic Aces. Another week, another academic accolade for the Spartans.

This time it was the men’s golf squad again, as the program was recognized with the 2024-25 Platform Team Academic Award, which was announced earlier this week.

It’s coming soon!

That’s right the Spartan Golf Tournament presented by Provident Credit Union is just over two weeks away! Get ready for an exciting day of golf at Cinnabar Hills Golf Course in support of Spartan student-athletes.

Enjoy the unique opportunity to mingle with San Jose State athletes and coaches throughout the event. After your round, enjoy a cocktail hour followed by a delicious dinner, plus a raffle and silent auction packed with incredible items. Sign up today and be part of a day to remember!

Noel Grigsby also holds the program record for consecutive games with a reception. How long was his streak during his SJSU career?

Got a guess?

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

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📅 UPCOMING SCHEDULE

Friday 8/29
🏈 Football vs. Central Michigan @ 7:30 p.m. | Tickets | FS1

Answer: 36

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⚔️ Have a great one!