Sonoma State Rebuilds Athletics With High-Stakes Investment

Sonoma State U. Reverses Field, Will Bring Back Intercollegiate Athletics

Only one year after eliminating its entire intercollegiate athletics program because of a budget deficit, Sonoma State University is bringing it back, starting Fall 2027,

Sonoma State to relaunch NCAA athletics after budget cuts eliminated sports

The university faced outcry and a lawsuit over its decision to eliminate sports last year as part of broader cuts to close a $24 million deficit.

Sonoma State Brings Back Athletics After a Year

A year after cutting its athletics program, Sonoma State University will re-establish 10 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II sports teams, the university announced Monday.

Sonoma State University To Revive Athletics Program In 2027

Sonoma State University has announced plans to bring back intercollegiate sports in 2027 following a two-year hiatus. The Press Democrat reports the move comes after severe budget cuts eliminated athletics entirely, sparking widespread protest from students, coaches, and alumni. SSU will launch 10 NCAA Division II teams, though long-standing programs like baseball and women’s track and field were dropped. University leaders secured state rescue …

Sonoma State Rebuilds Athletics With High-Stakes Investment

University leaders say revived athletics will support enrollment, campus life, fundraising, and regional engagement efforts.