The SSMB also functions as the de facto student cheering section at athletic events, as it is the largest and loudest spirit organization of Sacramento State's campus.
Dr. Foote is now Professor Emeritus within the university's School of Music and has been inducted into the SSMB Hall of Fame.
He resigned from his position of athletic bands director in 2018 and currently still works within the School of Music as the Professor of Education.
His skill in budgeting, recruiting, scheduling, and overall impressive organization of the position brought the band's membership to an all-time high of 187 as of 2022.
On August 6, 2021, the SSMB welcomed a new Assistant Director of Athletic Bands to the team, Mr. Christopher Langton.
There are, however, required placement auditions for those interested in joining the battery, color guard, or front ensemble.
Sacramento State students who are enrolled in the SSMB are provided with priority registration for the Spring and Fall semesters following their commitment to the band in the immediately previous season.
The SSMB strives to keep the Sacramento State Hornets and UC Davis Aggies rivalry alive; which is highlighted each year at the annual Causeway Classic.