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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

The UTSA track and field team competed at the Charlie Thomas Invitational and came back to Alamo city with 13 top 10 finishes.

UTSA track and field picks up seven medals, three golds at Houston Invitational

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor January 31, 2022

Coming off a seven-medal performance at the Aggie Invitational last week, the UTSA track and field team was back in action this past weekend for the Houston Invitational. Displaying consistency, the ‘Runners...

The discussion on the fairness of the NFL’s OT rules is bound to continue on for years to come. NFL teams in the playoffs are currently 10-2 when they win the toss, although the most recent example, this week’s AFC Championship Game between the Chiefs and Bengals saw the Chiefs win the toss but lose the game after failing to score on their first possession.

Coin toss: The NFL’s Deciding Factor?

Luke Lawhorn, Contributing Writer January 31, 2022

The second-seeded Kansas City Chiefs hosted the number three seed Buffalo Bills in the NFL’s AFC Divisional Round of the playoffs Sunday, Jan. 23, in what many this week have now crowned as the best...

Darius McNeill puts up a layup during UTSA’s game against UTEP on Sunday afternoon. McNeill had his two best games of the season this past week, recording 19 and 20 point performances.

Men’s basketball lose sixth straight, remain winless in conference play

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor January 25, 2022

The UTSA Roadrunners (7-13, C-USA 0-7) played a home and home series last week against the UTEP Miners (11-8, C-USA 4-1) on Thursday, Jan. 20 and Sunday, Jan. 23. Despite only six scholarship players and...

Marena Estell delivers a pitch during UTSA’s fall exhibition games. The pitcher and outfielder from Hooks, Texas, appeared in 13 games on the bump and 36 games total for the ‘Runners last season, recording a 1-3 record with a 5.84 ERA while hitting .224 at the plate with four home runs and eight RBIs.

Softball announces 2022 schedule

Julia Maenius, Assistant Sports Editor January 25, 2022

The UTSA softball team announced its 2022 season schedule and roster for UTSA’s slate of spring sports. After a 15-31 2021 season, the Roadrunners look to improve their record. The season’s first...

The UTSA track and field team secured seven medals at this week’s Aggie Invitational, after previously securing eight medals at the Ted Nelson Invitational the week prior.

Track takes 7 medals home from Texas Aggie Invitational

Julia Maenius, Assistant Sports Editor January 24, 2022

The UTSA track & field team brought home seven medals in their second indoor meet of the spring at the Texas Aggie Invitational on Jan. 22. The men’s team finished fifth overall, eight points away...

Lachlan Bofinger fights through contact to get a shot off during a game against IUPUI earlier this season. Bofinger has appeared in all 18 games for UTSA so far this season and has drawn four starts while averaging three points and 4.1 rebounds per game.

Men’s basketball drops two on the road, continues winless start to conference play

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor January 18, 2022

The UTSA Roadrunners (7-11, 0-5 C-USA) were on the road this week for games against the Old Dominion Monarchs (7-8, 2-0 C-USA) and the Charlotte 49ers (9-5, 2-0 C-USA) and continuing a worrying trend to...

LaPraisjah Johnson cuts into the lane during a game against Stephen F. Austin earlier this season. Johnson leads the ‘Runners in scoring this season, averaging 10 points per game.

Women’s basketball drop both games of homestand

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor January 18, 2022

The UTSA Roadrunners (4-11, 1-3 C-USA), playing for the first time in almost two weeks following a pair of COVID postponements last week, took on the Old Dominion Monarchs (11-3, 1-1 C-USA) and the Charlotte...

Charles Wiley celebrates after recording a tackle-for-loss during the game against Southern Mississippi earlier this season. Wiley started all 14 games for the ‘Runners this year and was second on the team in tackles-for-loss with nine.

UTSA’s season ends in Frisco Bowl loss to San Diego St.

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor January 17, 2022

The UTSA Roadrunners (12-2, 7-1 C-USA) fell short in their bid to secure the first ever bowl win in school history on Tuesday, Dec. 21 in a 24-38 loss to the San Diego State Aztecs (12-2, 7-1 MWC). Down...

Charlene mass drives to the hoop during the 'Runners' game against UIW last week. Mass has started all five games for UTSA this season. Julia Maenius/ThePaisano

‘Runners unable to overcome first half deficit in road loss to Minnesota

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 30, 2021

The UTSA Roadrunners (1-4) were on the road this past Sunday to take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers (6-3) in the first ever matchup between the two programs. Despite getting off to a good early start,...

With the recent rise in legalized sports betting through both traditional means, and newer experiences such as daily fantasy sports, the stakes of games have never been higher. Because of this, the actions of officials have come under increasing scrutiny.

Referees should be held to the same standard as players

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 30, 2021

In sports, we are taught a number of pillars that serve as the bedrock on which the rest of our knowledge in sports is built. Perhaps one of the most important things we are taught is the superiority of...

Dhieu Deing drives for a layup during the game against IUPUI earlier this season. Deing has gotten off to a great start for the 'Runners this year, averaging 16 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.

Men’s basketball hosts home tournament, looks ahead to road slate

Julia Maenius, Assistant Sports Editor November 30, 2021

The UTSA men’s basketball team (4-3) has begun their season in full swing with a slate of home court games. The Roadrunners have hosted six consecutive games in the Convocation Center, including the...

Tale of the Tape: C-USA championship game

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 30, 2021

With the Conference USA Championship Game set to kick off Friday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m., it is time to examine the matchup between the UTSA Roadrunners (11-1, 7-1 C-USA) and the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers...

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