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Fresno State Bulldogs' Nostalgic Return Draws Fans, Mayor Invests

12/1/2025

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The Fresno State Bulldogs men's basketball team returned to Selland Arena on December 1, 2025, after 16 years, drawing 4,374 fans.
The 76-71 loss to Cal State Bakersfield occurred amid nostalgia as fans recalled coaches Boyd Grant and Jerry Tarkanian.
Attendees want more downtown games, valuing the atmosphere over the outcome.
Mayor Jerry Dyer announced a $700,000 investment in stadium upgrades to revitalize downtown Fresno and enhance the Bulldog basketball experience.

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Story summary

The Fresno State Bulldogs men's basketball team returned to Selland Arena on December 1, 2025, after 16 years, drawing 4,374 fans.
The 76-71 loss to Cal State Bakersfield occurred amid nostalgia as fans recalled coaches Boyd Grant and Jerry Tarkanian.
Attendees want more downtown games, valuing the atmosphere over the outcome.
Mayor Jerry Dyer announced a $700,000 investment in stadium upgrades to revitalize downtown Fresno and enhance the Bulldog basketball experience.