When our student-athletes returned to campus this fall, they came back to more than a new season. They returned to improved facilities designed to support their success in competition, in the classroom, and throughout their time at Chico State.

Among the most visible improvements was the refinishing of the hardwood floors in Acker Gym and Shurmer Gym. When you attend a game, you'll notice how the new courts brighten the facilities, with a bold Wildcat logo now featured at center court.

We're also recently opened a dedicated Student Success Center that will give student-athletes a space of their own to study, connect, and recharge. In addition, we refreshed team and staff spaces, added new building signage, and completed landscaping and accessibility improvements along Warner Street. Together, these upgrades create a more welcoming environment for student-athletes, campus visitors, and the greater Wildcat community.

None of these projects would be possible without your investment in Chico State Athletics. Your support reflects our community's commitment to providing student-athletes with facilities and opportunities that match their dedication and drive.

We're proud of the momentum we've built, but there's still more to do. During Back the 'Cats, Sept. 14-20, you can help us continue moving Chico State Athletics forward. Gifts made during the annual giving campaign support facilities, scholarships, equipment, and travel, providing the resources student-athletes need to thrive in competition, excel in the classroom, and represent the University with pride.

Every gift strengthens the Wildcat experience. Together, we can continue investing in the people and places that make Chico State Athletics special.