Cal Football Hosts Texas Southern in 2025 Home Opener

The California Golden Bears football team is set to play their home opener in the 2025 season against Texas Southern at California Memorial Stadium, marking their first meeting with the Tigers and their first game against an HBCU since 2015. Cal, fresh off a 34-15 season-opening victory at Oregon State led by true freshman quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, who earned multiple rookie honors, has shown strong offensive and defensive performances, including not allowing a sack in their opener. Texas Southern enters the game after a narrow 22-21 loss to Prairie View A&M and has historically struggled against FBS opponents, never having won against one. The Tigers will bring their renowned 200-piece Ocean of Soul marching band for a special halftime performance during Cal's Black Culture Appreciation Day. Meanwhile, Cal Poly opened their season with a decisive 41-17 win over the University of San Diego, showcasing a more consistent offense led by quarterback Ty Dieffenbach. In men's water polo, the No. 3 California team started the 2025 campaign with two dominant wins, highlighting strong freshman contributions and offensive firepower.