Melting the Ice: Hornets Catch Fire from Three on Opening Night
The Sacramento State men’s basketball team began their 2025–26 season with a strong victory over Dominican University at Hornet Pavilion. Head coach Mike Bibby celebrated his first collegiate coaching win, propelled by outstanding performances from sophomore guard Jayden Teat, senior guard Prophet Johnson, and senior forward Jeremiah Cherry.
Teat Ignites with Three-Point Accuracy
Midway through the first half, with Sacramento State trailing by one, Jayden Teat received a pass from Mikey Williams just behind the three-point line. He sank the shot confidently, then followed it with two more consecutive threes, completing an 11-0 personal scoring run that turned the game in the Hornets’ favor.
After Teat’s hot streak, Sacramento State steadily expanded their advantage, securing a home win to open the season on a high note.
“The team trusted in me, and the coaches did, too. They kept providing me with the ball, and I tried to make the right winning play.” — Jayden Teat
Postgame Notes and Highlights
Teat ended the night tied for the team lead with 21 points, shooting efficiently from beyond the arc at four-for-six — a 66.67% rate. His confident scoring and energy set the tone for the Hornets’ offensive rhythm.
“[Teat’s] an explosive scorer.” — Head coach Mike Bibby
Coach Bibby compared Teat’s spark to that of one of his former Sacramento Kings teammates, underscoring the sophomore’s potential to become a key playmaker this season.
Summary
Jayden Teat led Sacramento State to a season-opening victory with a dynamic three-point shooting display, giving new head coach Mike Bibby his first win at the collegiate level.
Author’s summary: Sacramento State launched its season with a sharp-shooting triumph led by Jayden Teat’s explosive performance and Mike Bibby’s successful debut as head coach.