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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

Tradition doesn’t pay like TV deals

Nicholas Kingman, Staff Writer August 14, 2023

Some people like to say money can’t buy happiness; others say it does. The debate is never-ending but there is one thing that both parties can agree on: money can surely buy all the exposure and TV deals...

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich signs five-year extension

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich signs five-year extension

Logan Martinez, Contributor July 15, 2023

It is safe to say that the “race for seis” is officially on.  As Greg Popovich prepares to sign a five-year contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, the 74-year-old now finds himself the...

Is Shohei Ohtani the greatest baseball player of all time?

Is Shohei Ohtani the greatest baseball player of all time?

Logan Martinez, Contributor July 9, 2023

In the 147-year history of the MLB, there has never been a two-way player like Shohei Ohtani. Posting incredible seasons on both the plate and the mound, it is safe to say that Ohtani is certainly the...

Is UTSA’s opener against Houston the start of a rivalry?

Is UTSA’s opener against Houston the start of a rivalry?

Connor Suehs, Contributor June 30, 2023

Despite UTSA entering just its 12th season in college football, there has been no shortage of memorable moments. From the inaugural game in front of 56,743 fans in the Alamodome, to winning back-to-back...

Are Wembanyama’s expectations too high?

Are Wembanyama’s expectations too high?

Rylan Renteria, Contributor June 29, 2023

Most, if not all, top overall picks in a leagues’ draft are typically viewed as a teams savior. Victor Wembanayama, the 7-foot-5 French phenom is no exception, and is actually gaining more attention...

The professional basketball dream is no longer purely American

The professional basketball dream is no longer purely American

Nicholas Kingman, Contributor June 21, 2023

Want to hear an interesting basketball stat?  No, it’s not some far-reaching ESPN-type stat that we all bring to attention on Twitter or Instagram for its outlandish nature.  International talent...

Should the Spurs go after Chris Paul

Should the Spurs go after Chris Paul

Logan Martinez, Contributor June 21, 2023

With the Phoenix Suns waiving veteran point guard Chris Paul, the former all-star will now test his luck in NBA free agency this offseason.  Coming off of the 2023 NBA season averaging 13.9 points,...

What getting swept means for LeBron’s Legacy?

What getting swept means for LeBron’s Legacy?

Logan Martinez, Contributor June 8, 2023

Throughout the history of the NBA, only 10 players have managed to play 20 or more seasons. Though regarded as a notable achievement, players in this stage are often seen getting low minutes and contributing...

Former UTSA star receiver Zakhari Franklin transfers to Ole Miss

Former UTSA star receiver Zakhari Franklin transfers to Ole Miss

Rylan Renteria, Contributor June 8, 2023

After four seasons with the Roadrunners, star receiver Zakhari Franklin announced his intent to transfer to Ole Miss.  Franklin played a key role in the Roadrunners’ back-to-back Conference USA championships....

UTSA baseball fails to claim title in C-USA Tournament

UTSA baseball fails to claim title in C-USA Tournament

Haley Aguayo, Staff Writer June 8, 2023

While students left the spring semester behind to move on to summer activities last month, UTSA’s baseball team continued its season in hopes to claim the Conference USA Championship title in which they...

UTSA announces creation of Athletics Hall of Fame

UTSA announces creation of Athletics Hall of Fame

Connor Suehs June 8, 2023

Despite being a relatively young institution, UTSA has seen some great moments and memories along the way. Since its inception in 1969, the Roadrunners have given San Antonio a top-notch division one college...

Do we take crowds at games for granted?

Do we take crowds at games for granted?

Nicholas Kingman, Contributor June 8, 2023

The crack of the bat, the squeak of shoes on a freshly polished court, the clattering of pads or the banging of sticks on the ice. These mundane moments of athletic feats conjure up memories of the high-class...

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