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

One man’s quest to witness 363 games

One man’s quest to witness 363 games

Haley Aguayo, Assistant Sports Editor January 23, 2024

Ben Alkaly, known online as “Hoops Quest,” has set out on a self-anointed mission to attend a basketball game at every Division I school in America. From encountering snow storms in Reno, Nev., to...

Jeff Traylor speaks ahead of pivotal matchup against Tulane

Jeff Traylor speaks ahead of pivotal matchup against Tulane

Rylan Renteria, Staff Writer November 23, 2023

Friday night at the Alamodome was an emotional one.  Rumors of UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor interviewing at Texas A&M while quarterback Frank Harris and company were playing on their senior night...

Traylor reflects on the season and departing seniors

Traylor reflects on the season and departing seniors

Haley Aguayo, Assistant Sports Editor November 16, 2023

Coming from their game against Rice, the Roadrunners rushed for a total of 199 yards. Quarterbacks Frank Harris and Owen McCown threw for a total of 182 yards to lead the team to their sixth conference...

Rebuilding the Roadrunners

Rebuilding the Roadrunners

Marissa Silvas, Staff Writer November 14, 2023

Basketball season is in full swing this fall, with many nonconference games and tournaments coming up for head coach Steve Henson and the Roadrunners.  The Paisano sat down with Henson in an interview...

Traylor speaks after win over East Carolina, looks ahead to North Texas

Traylor speaks after win over East Carolina, looks ahead to North Texas

Rylan Renteria, Staff Writer November 2, 2023

Now on a four-game winning streak, head coach Jeff Traylor held his weekly media roundtable to discuss the team’s record-breaking win, injuries and the upcoming matchup against North Texas.  Coming...

Athlete of the week: Camryn Carreon

Athlete of the week: Camryn Carreon

Vivian Echavarria, Contributor October 31, 2023

The UTSA women’s golf fall schedule has come to a close after a record-setting campaign. The No. 50-ranked Roadrunner squad was led by senior Camryn Carreon, who broke the school record with a 64 on...

Traylor discusses homecoming, last week’s win and athletics fee

Traylor discusses homecoming, last week’s win and athletics fee

Rylan Renteria, Staff Writer October 26, 2023

The Roadrunners got their third straight win last Saturday night after beating Florida Atlantic 36-10. UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor spoke to the media on Monday about what went right in the win, the student...

Get to know UTSA’s keeper Jasmine Kessler

Get to know UTSA’s keeper Jasmine Kessler

Elizabeth Hope, Staff Writer October 24, 2023

Jasmine Kessler was a multisport athlete all the way up to her senior year in high school. She played soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, volleyball and golf. But of all the sports, soccer was...

Junior wide receiver LaJohntay Wester (#1) runs for a touchdown during the Owls 20-17 victory over Tulsa at Howard Schnellenberger Field on Oct. 7, 2023.

What will it take for UTSA to extend its winning streak to three?

Luke Lawhorn, Sports Editor October 18, 2023

Despite a 1-3 start to the season, UTSA football is back to winning football games after beginning conference play against Temple on Oct. 7.  Now halfway through the regular season, the Roadrunners...

UTSA vs UAB, Oct. 14, 2023

UTSA’s pesky defense gives offense a resurgence

Rylan Renteria, Staff Writer October 18, 2023

Following a dominant win against a well-respected rival in the UAB Blazers, UTSA head coach Jeff Traylor held his weekly Monday roundtable. Traylor addressed the growing momentum of the team, the health...

In for a Vanntastic season

In for a Vanntastic season

Haley Aguayo, Assistant Sports Editor October 17, 2023

The opportunity to play fall ball is a welcomed necessity for the UTSA softball team. Over the span of two weeks, the team has played in eight scrimmages, seven of which have been played at Roadrunner...

Coach Traylor addresses media following win against Temple

Coach Traylor addresses media following win against Temple

Rylan Renteria, Staff Writer October 12, 2023

The Roadrunners got their second win of the season last Saturday against their first American Athletic Conference opponent, the Temple Owls. Head coach Jeff Traylor spoke on what transpired that allowed...

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