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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

Should UTSA have left the AAC for the Pac-12?

Should UTSA have left the AAC for the Pac-12?

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

As the newly formed Pac-12 conference embarked on a transformational period, UTSA found itself at a crossroads, facing an important decision that could redefine the trajectory of its athletic and academic...

Roadrunners’ gritty display during tense match

Roadrunners’ gritty display during tense match

Hannah Velasquez, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

UTSA soccer and Abilene Christian ended its Sunday game in a 1-1 draw. This marks the fourth time the two schools have faced each other. UTSA, throughout the beginning of the game, were able to...

UTSA tops Huskies with three second-quarter scoring drives

UTSA tops Huskies with three second-quarter scoring drives

Haley Aguayo, Sports Editor September 24, 2024

UTSA football returned to the Alamodome and continued its home-field advantage win streak to beat Houston Christian University 45-7 on Saturday. “I was happy for the kids,” coach Jeff Traylor...

A beginner’s sports guide to fall sports

A beginner’s sports guide to fall sports

Hannah Velasquez, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

The NCAA categorizes college sports into divisions; from there, schools are separated into conferences. UTSA is Division I when it comes to athletics and is a part of the American Athletic Conference.   Football In...

It’s quad ball, not quidditch

It’s quad ball, not quidditch

Bailey Hall, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

Quad ball is based off of quidditch, the fictional game from the Harry Potter series. It was created in 2005 by Alex Benepe and Xander Manshel, flatmates at Middlebury College. The sport has now grown...

Singapore waves a final checkered flag for Daniel Ricciardo

Singapore waves a final checkered flag for Daniel Ricciardo

Marcela Montufar Soria, Opinion Editor September 24, 2024

Round 18 of this year’s Formula One (F1) season took place on Sunday in Singapore at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. After 61 laps, Daniel Ricciardo was the last driver to cross the finish line, ending...

Champion, Olympian, Roadrunner

Champion, Olympian, Roadrunner

Izabella Hernandez, Contributor September 24, 2024

More than 11,000 athletes traveled to Paris to compete in this year's Olympics. A dream only five UTSA athletes have had the chance to experience. The fifth being the newest member to the Roadrunner track...

Roadrunner softball ties first scrimmage of the year

Roadrunner softball ties first scrimmage of the year

Bailey Hall, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

UTSA opened up fall ball with a scrimmage against Temple College at Roadrunner Field on Friday. The two teams decided to play 10 innings for more practice instead of the normal seven; the game ended...

UTSA looks forward to Houston Christian and conference play

UTSA looks forward to Houston Christian and conference play

Jake Mireles, Editor-in-chief September 21, 2024

As UTSA approaches its fourth and final week of non-conference play, UTSA coach Jeff Traylor looks ahead towards the Roadrunners’ faceoff against the Houston Christian Huskies. Despite big losses...

Ready to compete

Ready to compete

Hannah Velasquez, Contributor September 21, 2024

Going up against Stephen F. Austin and McNeese State University volleyball, head coach Carol Price-Torok talks about adjustments the team is making heading into this weekend. This year the ‘Runners...

Get fired up: ranking the UTSA football tailgates

Get fired up: ranking the UTSA football tailgates

Alejandra Garza, Contributor September 17, 2024

UTSA football would not be where it is today without the continued support from its students and alumni. Multiple UTSA organizations gear up for the game in a way most Americans do for any college or professional...

Roadrunners on ice

Roadrunners on ice

Rylan Renteria, Assistant Sports Editor September 17, 2024

Love for a certain sport extends well beyond its typical region of interest. Although based in San Antonio, the Roadrunner Hockey team consists of a group of dedicated members who not only love the...

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