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Alonzo Carter goes dancing to the big time as Sacramento State makes the transition to the FBS
The Hornets will get immediate bowl eligibility and national TV exposure as the move brings four Midwest road trips and three nationally televised games.
- Sacramento State accelerated its transition to the Football Bowl Subdivision , joining the Mid-American Conference a full year earlier than anticipated after receiving an invitation in February.
- Athletics Director Mark Orr spearheaded the move to elevate the university's profile, stating that FBS membership aligns with the institution's mission and ideals despite geographic distance from the MAC.
- Head Coach Alonzo Carter, a former dancer for MC Hammer, manages a roster featuring 72 newcomers and about $7 million in NIL funding to prepare for the elevated competition.
- Players gain immediate bowl eligibility and national exposure through 'MACtion' games on ESPN, plus inclusion in the EA Sports video game, creating distinct campus excitement.
- Football will require four long road trips to the Midwest starting Saturday at Eastern Michigan, while other Hornets programs compete locally in the Big West with 10 California schools plus Utah Valley.
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