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

Quarterback Jordan Weeks looks to pass in a game against LA Tech during the 2018 season.

For the program’s future, Jordan Weeks needs to start for UTSA

Ryder Martin, Assistant Sports Editor September 11, 2020

UTSA is set to begin its season this Saturday on the road in San Marcos against Texas State, but with only a few days left before the season kicks off, the Roadrunners have yet to officially name a starting...

Former UTSA linebacker Josiah Tauaefa stares down Texas States quarterback before the snap in a 2018 game. The Runners won 21-25.

‘Runners set to play the Bobcats in the I-35 Rivalry Game

Dalton Hartmann, Staff Writer September 8, 2020

This Saturday, the UTSA Roadrunners will play the Texas State Bobcats. The game will kick off at 2:30 p.m. and will be the start of the ‘Runners season.  The I-35 Rivalry is a highly anticipated...

A player spotlight: Sincere McCormick

A player spotlight: Sincere McCormick

Max Aguirre, Sports Editor September 8, 2020

After putting together a remarkable freshman campaign last year, running back Sincere McCormick will no doubt be an instrumental part of the Roadrunner offense this season. Standing at 5 feet 9 inches...

The San Antonio Gunslingers are getting ready to debut in the AAL, which aims to kick off its season in March.

Arena football returns to the Alamo City

Max Aguirre, Sports Editor September 4, 2020

As we proceed through 2020, the sporting world continues to find itself filled with uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown no signs of slowing down, but that has not stopped some football lovers...

Quarterback Frank Harris scrambles away from the Army defensive line in last years Army vs UTSA game. The Runners lost last years matchup 31-13.

New season, new meep?

Dalton Hartmann, Staff Writer September 4, 2020

UTSA football has made changes to its 2020 schedule of games due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The season opener against Louisiana State University (LSU) and the game against Old Dominion University (ODU)...

Miami Heat power forward Meyers Leonard stands with his hand over his heart as his teammates kneel during the national anthem

In Retrospect: What the Four Major Sports Leagues Have Done for Social Justice

Ryder Martin, Staff Writer September 1, 2020

Last week, the NBA playoffs came to a halt as players collectively began to strike in response to the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin. For a 24-hour period, there were talks that the...

UTSA athletes give their thoughts on protests, social justice

UTSA athletes give their thoughts on protests, social justice

Max Aguirre, Sports Editor August 28, 2020

  After the death of George Floyd, millions of people, including athletes from the NBA, NFL and other professional leagues, took it upon themselves to promote change in our country. UTSA’s athletes...

Alabama Football

Ryan Garza, Sports Editor May 28, 2020

The Alabama Crimson Tide has had one of the most dominant runs in college football over the last decade. Head coach, Nick Saban, has been at the helm of the Crimson Tide for the previous 13 seasons and...

Chiefs win Super Bowl LIV

Chiefs win Super Bowl LIV

Ryder Martin, Staff Writer February 4, 2020

Up 20-10, the 49ers were 12 minutes from Super Bowl glory. After intercepting Patrick Mahomes in San Francisco territory, all they needed to do was keep possession of the ball and keep Mahomes on the sideline....

Coach Traylor receives a team jersey during his welcome press conference.

‘Feel the juice’: Meet Jeff Traylor Get to know the third head coach in UTSA football history

Ryan Garza, Sports Editor January 21, 2020

After another losing season, UTSA athletics felt the need to make some changes to its football program, including bringing in a new head coach. UTSA announced Jeff Traylor would be the third head coach...

Joshua Cephus runs the ball away from a Golden Eagle defensive player. Photo by Ethan Gullett

Looking towards the Owls

Ryder Martin November 20, 2019

Following a 36-17 loss last week to Southern Mississippi’s Golden Eagles (7-3), the UTSA Roadrunners saw their record fall to 4-6 for the year. Next week, they will turn their attention to the Florida...

Graphic by Ethan Gullet

Texans Fall to Ravens 41-7 in Baltimore

Cade Draughon November 20, 2019

The Baltimore Ravens came into this week atop the American Football Conference (AFC) North Division with a 7-2 record. The Ravens are coming off an impressive 49-13 blowout win against the Bengals. They...

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