Richard Gearhart Honored at Cal Poly Game
The former KSBY evening anchor participated in a ceremonial coin toss at Spanos Stadium.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Philanthropy
Former television anchor Richard Gearhart was honored for his years of service to the San Luis Obispo community during a weekend ceremony. The event took place at a Cal Poly football game where he led the pregame coin toss.
Why it matters
The ceremony recognized Gearhart for his long-standing professional contributions to the region through his tenure at KSBY and his work at the university. Honoring local figures during events like Mustang Family Weekend reinforces community ties between the school and residents.
The ceremony featured one ceremonial coin toss performed by the former anchor. The event was held during Mustang Family Weekend at Spanos Stadium.
The players
Richard Gearhart
He is a former evening anchor for KSBY who was honored for his years of service to the San Luis Obispo community.
Cal Poly Mustangs
The football team representing California Polytechnic State University hosted the ceremony during their game against Weber State.
The details
Richard Gearhart, known to many as a former evening anchor for KSBY, took center stage at Spanos Stadium to participate in the pregame coin toss. Following the ceremony, the Cal Poly Mustangs football team presented Gearhart with a team-signed football in recognition of his service to the university.
Timeline
Saturday: The Cal Poly football game and coin toss took place.
Market Landscape
The ceremony follows the pattern of the Cal Poly Mustang Family Weekend tradition by highlighting a local community figure in a public university setting. This integration of local media veterans into campus culture strengthens the institution's ongoing relationship with the regional public.
Residents attending weekend university events may encounter similar ceremonies as the school continues its tradition of honoring regional contributors. Fans in attendance at future Mustang home games can expect standard game-day programming and occasional community recognition events.
The takeaway
Recognizing local figures during public sporting events fosters a sense of unity between regional institutions and the public they serve. Such ceremonies highlight the impact of long-term community service on local culture and morale.
Further reading
Learn more about local community efforts and recognition in the San Luis Obispo Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KSBY.
