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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

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...

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...

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,...

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...

Corey Mayfield Jr. hits the quarterback from behind to force a fumble to help seal UTSA's victory over USM earlier this year. Mayfield Jr. has two interceptions and 30 tackles this season for the 'Runners.

UTSA fumbles away perfect season in blowout loss to UNT 23-45

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 29, 2021

The No. 23 UTSA Roadrunners (11-1, 7-1 C-USA), saw their perfect season come to a crushing end in the final game of the regular season on the road against the University of North Texas Mean Green (6-6,...

Jadyn Pimentel surveys the court during UTSA’s season opener against Stephen F. Austin. Pimentel, a graduate transfer from Lamar, played a key role in the ‘Runners’ first win of the season over UIW on Sunday afternoon, recording seven points, three assists and two rebounds.

Women’s basketball gets first win under Aston

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 23, 2021

The UTSA women’s basketball team (1-3) got their first win of the season this past week in a tight 66-60 victory over the UIW Cardinals (1-3) on Sunday, Nov. 21. This comes hot on the heels of a competitive...

The UTSA women's cross country team sets off from the start line during the UIW Twilight Meet earlier this season. The team endured a difficult season, but with nine freshmen on the squad, brighter days are ahead.

UTSA XC concludes season at NCAA South Central Regional

Sofia Garcia, Editor-in-Chief November 16, 2021

On Nov. 12,  the UTSA Roadrunner cross country teams made their way to Waco to compete in their last meet of the season, the NCAA Division I South Central Region Championships. UTSA sent one woman and...

Ceyenne Mass drives to the hoop during UTSA's season opener against Stephen F. Austin on Tuesday night. Mass recorded five points and four rebounds in the loss.

UTSA women’s basketball drops opening two games of the season

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 16, 2021

The UTSA Roadrunners (0-2) tipped off their season last week with two games on Tuesday, Nov. 9, and Saturday, Nov. 13. On Tuesday, the ‘Runners squared off against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (2-0)...

UTSA’s soccer tournament run comes to an end in quarter finals

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 9, 2021

The UTSA Roadrunners soccer team (10-5-4, 3-2-3 C-USA) saw their first ever appearance in the Conference USA tournament come to an end in the quarterfinals at the hands of the Old Dominion Monarchs (11-4-1,...

Originally constructed in 1993, the Alamodome has been the home of UTSA football since 2011. The Alamodome has also played host to the Alamo Bowl, the NFL, the NCAA Final Four, Fifa World Cup qualifiers and many other events.

UTSA does not need an on-campus stadium

Ryder Martin, Sports Editor November 2, 2021

The No. 16 UTSA Roadrunners (8-0, 4-0 C-USA) have enjoyed an unprecedented level of success this season. With interest in the program at an all-time high, recent conversations have occurred regarding whether...

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