Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Wembanyama shines in the City of Angels

Wembanyama shines in the City of Angels

Luke Lawhorn, Sports Editor February 27, 2024

LOS ANGELES – To no one’s surprise, LeBron James was the biggest star on Friday evening when the Lakers hosted the Spurs in their first home game back from the All-Star break. Fans waited alongside...

The rise of UTSA women’s lacrosse

The rise of UTSA women’s lacrosse

Naydine De La Fuente, Copyediting Coordinator February 27, 2024

Within UTSA’s vibrant sports scene lies a team that has been powerfully making its mark — the women’s lacrosse team. With determination and talent, these athletes have been steadily making a name...

Six UTSA players to watch this spring

Six UTSA players to watch this spring

February 27, 2024

With a mix of newcomers and veterans, UTSA’s spring sports teams bring forth some passionate performances to Main Campus. Here are six Roadrunner athletes to watch this spring.  Jaylen Prichard,...

Nothing sweet in Sugar Land for the Roadrunners

Nothing sweet in Sugar Land for the Roadrunners

Rylan Renteria, Distribution Manager February 27, 2024

Coming off a road loss to Tarleton State, the UTSA baseball squad was looking to secure some quality wins in the Sugar Land Classic. The Roadrunners were only able to manage a singular win against...

Lack of offense limits UTSA to two wins at College Station

Lack of offense limits UTSA to two wins at College Station

Noah Willoughby, Staff Writer February 27, 2024

In the third away tournament of the season, the UTSA softball team visited Davis Diamond at the Texas A&M Invitational. The Roadrunners went 2-4 over the weekend, making their overall record a disappointing...

Kenny Smith casts shadow on Sabrina Ionescu’s special night

Kenny Smith casts shadow on Sabrina Ionescu’s special night

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer February 27, 2024

In the realm of professional sports, the dialogue surrounding athletes often transcends performance metrics, embedding itself into societal norms and gender perceptions. NBA on TNT commentator Kenny Smith’s...

Roadrunners cough up victory in final minutes

Roadrunners cough up victory in final minutes

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer February 25, 2024

Despite an outstanding defensive performance, key turnovers caused UTSA to fall to South Florida 66-61 Wednesday in the Convocation Center. A 15-point night from guard Christian Tucker was not enough to...

A silent bus ride home from Stephenville

A silent bus ride home from Stephenville

Rylan Renteria, Distribution Manager February 21, 2024

Trying to rebound after a so-so opening series against UT-Arlington, the Roadrunners failed to redeem themselves against the Tarleton State Texans (2-2). A walk-off grand slam was the cherry on top of...

How do refs get selected to work the Super Bowl?

How do refs get selected to work the Super Bowl?

Michael Rios, Contributor February 20, 2024

You might not realize it, but referees play a much bigger role in the Super Bowl than you think. They are responsible for calling penalties that could kill a play on offense and defense. Referees also...

New year, new Brahmas

New year, new Brahmas

Nicholas Kingman, Assistant Opinion Editor February 20, 2024

The San Antonio Brahmas inaugural season in 2023 was underwhelming, to say the least. The Brahmas were one of the worst teams in the XFL last season, ending the season 3-7 under first-time head coach Hines...

Roadrunners split opening series against UT-Arlington

Roadrunners split opening series against UT-Arlington

Rylan Renteria, Distribution Manager February 20, 2024

The 2023 campaign saw the Roadrunners earn their first national ranking in program history. Despite a late-season collapse, there was plenty of optimism for the 2024 season. In the 2024 season’s...

Can the Roadrunners overcome themselves?

Can the Roadrunners overcome themselves?

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer February 20, 2024

Losing its fifth consecutive game, UTSA men’s basketball now sits with a disappointing 2-10 American Athletic Conference record. While the story has been much of the same for this year’s Roadrunners,...

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