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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

UTSA softball ties its second scrimmage game of the season

UTSA softball ties its second scrimmage game of the season

Michael Rios, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

UTSA continued its fall season with a scrimmage against Trinity Valley Community College in the first game of a doubleheader at Roadrunner Field this past weekend. The ballgame ended in a 3-3 tie. After...

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Women’s basketball ready for season with vets and new talent

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

The UTSA women’s basketball team enters the 2024-2025 season with heightened expectations. Following a thrilling 2023-2024 campaign that saw them reach the semifinals of the American Athletic Conference...

The decline of passing in the NFL

The decline of passing in the NFL

Aramis Santiago, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

The NFL, often celebrated for its high-octane passing game, has experienced a noticeable decline in the effectiveness and frequency of passing this season. Long gone are the days when quarterbacks like...

Men's basketball coach - Austin Claunch

Roadrunners announce newly formed roster

Logan Martinez, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Introducing an almost entirely new roster, UTSA men’s basketball looks to immensely improve this year as they gear up for the 24’-25’ season. With new head coach Austin Claunch at the helm, the basketball...

Women's lacrosse forms lasting bonds

Women’s lacrosse forms lasting bonds

Bailey Hall, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Lacrosse originated from the Indigenous people of North America. The game was for recreational purposes, but it had deep roots of spiritual importance and cultural significance. They would use the...

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...

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...

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...

Teamwork makes the dream work

Teamwork makes the dream work

Bailey Hall, Contributor September 17, 2024

Women's rugby has gained some popularity due to the Olympics this past summer; however, it is still a very underrated sport in America. “[Rugby is] a nice mixture of football and soccer,” president...

Frank Harris’ legacy and Owen McCown's uphill battle

Frank Harris’ legacy and Owen McCown’s uphill battle

Hannah Velasquez, Contributor September 17, 2024

Harris made waves in 2021 after recovering from his injury, leading UTSA to its very first conference championship and doing the same the following year. Harris had been a part of the team since 2017....

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