Cal Safety Kingston Lopa Named Bednarik Semifinalist
The Cal defender is one of 18 semifinalists for the award given to the nation's top defensive player.
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November 9, 2026
Cal, Stanford Big Game Kicks Off at 4:30 p.m.The 129th Big Game will be televised on the ACC Network as part of a tripleheader on November 21.
November 5, 2026
Cal Coach Lupoi Resists Some Advice from RiveraCal general manager Ron Rivera says head coach Tosh Lupoi has been receptive to some guidance but not to other portions of it.
October 29, 2026
Cal Football to Face North Carolina State With InjuriesThe Bears face personnel challenges on Saturday as several key players appear on the injury report.
October 28, 2026
Kingston Lopa Named Jim Thorpe Award SemifinalistThe California Golden Bears safety is recognized among the nation's top college football defensive backs.
October 20, 2026
Cal Coach Withholds Starting Quarterback Against SMUTosh Lupoi remains silent on the team's starter ahead of the Golden Bears' upcoming road matchup.
October 15, 2026
Cal Football Launches Spanish-Language BroadcastsThe Vamos Osos initiative marks the first time the football program has offered Spanish-language game coverage.
October 15, 2026
California Football Releases Injury Report Before Wake ForestThe Golden Bears list several key starters as questionable ahead of the upcoming matchup against Wake Forest.
October 12, 2026
Charles Davis Reaffirmed Commitment to Cal FootballThe four-star wide receiver cemented his decision to join the program following the team's victory over Virginia Tech.
October 11, 2026
California Defeated Virginia Tech 25-20Ashten Emory scored the winning touchdown in the final seconds to secure a victory for California in Berkeley.
October 7, 2026
California Quarterback Benched After Head InjuryTosh Lupoi sidelined Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele following a collision during the loss to UNLV.
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