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Sac State Head Coach Andy Thompson

The game was scheduled three years ago when Troy Taylor was the Head Football Coach at Sacramento State. By the time the game was played, Taylor was the Head Coach at Stanford with Andy Thompson on Hornets’ sideline after serving as Taylor’s defensive coordinator. The first-year coach got the better of his mentor in an upset win over the FBS opponent for a 22nd straight regular season win. Thompson reflects on the upset and how his team recovered from an early deficit with the game possibly getting out of hand. The Hornets excelled in all three phases of the game to come away with a 30-23 victory in the first meeting between the schools since 2010. Thompson and the Hornets must keep the game in perspective as they ramp up for the Big Sky Conference opener at Idaho.

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Sac State's Andy Thompson after upset of Stanford in college football

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September 18, 2023

Published by Dave Lewis at September 18, 2023

Sac State’s Andy Thompson after upset of Stanford in college football

"I have a lot to learn. Everyday, I learn something new...There weren't nearly as many interviews or a lot more cameras but behind the scenes everyday, I try to stay in a routine because you are responsible for more things. That's been the biggest challenge--making sure I'm the head coach and that I'm here for everybody in the program and not just one side of the ball as I was before. It's been very rewarding to be around so many great people that are trying to help you. Our staff has been awesome. We've hired some new guys that are great. The guys that were here--we've formed a bond we share that is very strong. And just working for a guy like Mark Orr, who's been there to help me through everything as the Athletic Director. I don't feel like I'm doing this alone.

September 9, 2022

Published by Dave Lewis at September 9, 2022

The Sac Bee’s Joe Davidson talks record heat impact on sports and Sacramento State’s rising star running back

"Work within reason and sanity. And don't do practices when it's 105, 110 or 115. It sounds like we're exaggerating but no, that's how hot it's been. And high school coaches, college coaches be flexible. Nighttime practices or early morning because you can't do it when it's 115 despite tradition, schedules and normalcy...because you could have a disaster."

December 16, 2019

Published by Dave Lewis at December 16, 2019

FCS National Coach of the Year Troy Taylor on the turnaround at Sacramento State

"My first pass of the year was an interception....I still remember there was an offensive coach who wanted to go with the other quarterback and talk Max (Miller) into it. Max said 'No" and remember him saying 'Troy is our quarterback' and sticking with me and giving me a chance. We ended up having a good season...One of the things I learned from Max was how important it is that your players know you believe in them and how important that is for their confidence and them feeling accepted and valued."