Fresno State provides financial backing to football program under Matt Entz
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Fresno State football coach Matt Entz is receiving increased financial support from the university and local donors as the team prepares to face USC this Friday. Athletic director Garrett Klassy stated that annual fundraising efforts have generated $5 million more than the previous year. These investments focus on expanding the coaching staff and increasing resources for the football roster. The university initiative, known as the Valley Co-Op, aims to grow its membership base from 4,300 to 7,000 within the next year. Both Entz and university president Dr. Saul Jimenez-Sandoval have emphasized the importance of maintaining a competitive football program for the region. The team looks to utilize these resources as they head into their upcoming non-conference matchup against USC.
- •Fresno State faces USC this Friday.
- •The football program reached a record fundraising year with an additional $5 million annually.
- •Athletic director Garrett Klassy aims to expand the Valley Co-Op to 7,000 members.
- •Matt Entz is using the increased budget to add more coaching staff.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Entz has full support and financial backing from Fresno State
"Matt Entz is getting the support and financial investment he needs at Fresno State. The Bulldogs face USC on Friday
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