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San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec
San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec

Jamie Sanchez, ’24-25 Photo Editor

All content by Jamie Sanchez
San Diego State defender Luna Sarmiento attempts to pass over an incoming defender in an 11-17 loss against Loyola Marymount at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

[Photo] No. 21 SDSU rallies late but falls to No. 9 LMU in Senior Day showdown

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
April 14, 2025
San Diego State junior attacker Claudia Valdes takes a shot to make a goal in an 11-17 loss against Loyola Marymount at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

San Diego State junior attacker Shannon Murphy attempts a shot in an 11-17 loss against Loyola Marymount at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

San Diego State sophomore attacker Sammi Byers defends against Loyola Marymount senior utility Anna Tarantino in an 11-17 loss against LMU at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

San Diego State sophomore attacker Sammi Byers passes to an open teammate in an 11-17 loss against Loyola Marymount at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

San Diego State senior attacker Rose Kanemy attempts a shot in an 11-17 loss against Loyola Marymount at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 12, 2025.

Junior utility/catcher Shannon Cunningham (left) and senior catcher Cali Decker (right) celebrate at the end of an inning in a 5-0 loss against UCLA on Mar. 9, 2025, at Aztec Softball Stadium

[Photo] SDSU softball sweeps weekend series over UNLV

by Connor Aleshire, Staff Writer
April 14, 2025
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New Mexico head coach Richard Pitino (right) looks to head coach Brian Dutcher during their late-season game at Viejas Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025

[Photo] Dutcher vs. the Dollar: SDSU’s roster rebuild begins amid NIL chaos

April 9, 2025
San Diego State senior pitcher Dee Dee Hernandez pitches against the UCLA Bruins in a 5-0 loss on Mar. 9, 2025, at Aztec Softball Stadium

[Photo] SDSU softball sweeps three-game series against New Mexico

by Tyler Bowne and Connor Aleshire
March 24, 2025
San Diego State freshman pitcher Ava Schafell pitches the final innings against UCLA in a 5-0 loss on Mar. 9, 2025, at Aztec Softball Stadium

[Photo] Softball handily defeats USD

by Ethan Penrod, Staff Writer
March 20, 2025
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San Diego State freshman guard Kaelyn Hamilton tries to find an open teammate in a 78-63 Aztec win at Viejas Arena on Saturday, Feb. 15.

[Photo] Aztecs heat up in second half to secure 63-53 quarterfinals win over Lobos

March 11, 2025
Senior pitcher Dee Dee Hernandez points to the crowd after pitching against the UCLA Bruins in a 5-0 loss on Mar. 9, 2025, at Aztec Softball Stadium

[Photo] San Diego State defeats Sacramento State but falls short against No. 6 UCLA

by Connor Aleshire and Tyler Bowne
March 10, 2025
Senior guard Reese Waters pre-game before the Aztecs contest against New Mexico at Viejas Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025

[Photo] Faith and family: Reese Waters’ journey back to the court

by Jacob Fogelstrom, Sports Editor
March 5, 2025
Veteran sports commentator Ted Leitner commentates a San Diego State men's basketball game against New Mexico at Viejas Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025

[Photo] Ted Leitner: The voice of San Diego sports bids farewell after decades behind the mic

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
March 4, 2025
San Diego State sophomore guard Miles Byrd stares down senior forward Mustapha Amzil after a dunk leading to an Aztec victory at Viejas Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025

[Photo] Aztecs lockdown Lobos in commanding conference win

by Andrew Breitenbach, Staff Writer
February 26, 2025
A sign warning beachgoers not to enter Imperial Beach's water due to contamination on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025.

[Photo] Tijuana River sewage crisis threatens the surf community

by Alysse Dodge, Contributor
February 18, 2025
San Diego State attacker Nikki Seven attempts to make a shot against the USC Trojans in the Aztecs final regular season game last season.

[Photo] Lacrosse remains undefeated following its South Carolina series 

by David Rosas, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
San Diego State junior guard Veronica Sheffey attempts a layup past Utah State forward Sophie Sene in a 78-63 Aztec win at Viejas Arena on Saturday, Feb. 15.

[Photo] Aztecs’ swarming defense allows for late game push against Utah State

by Nick Edgar, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
San Diego State sophomore attacker Frankie Garcia looks to get past a USC Trojans defender during a game last season

[Photo] Lacrosse leaves the Michigan series 2-0 to open the season

by David Rosas, Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
San Diego State center Mimi Stoupas fights for possession of the ball against Stanford earlier last season at the Aztec Aquaplex.

[Photo] Water Polo eyes breakthrough season with depth, chemistry, and rising stars

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
February 7, 2025
San Diego State attacker Claudia Valdes passes to her teammate over Stanford’s Maggie Hawkins.last season at the Aztec Aquaplex.

Head coach Dana Ochsner and assistant coach Randy Galza debrief with the team during the end of the second period against Stanford last season at the Aztec Aquaplex.

[Photo] Water Polo secure future with talent-packed 2026 signing class

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
February 10, 2025
San Diego State attacker Frankie Garcia looks to get past the USC Trojans in the Aztecs final regular season game of 2024.

[Photo] Rising stars shine as SDSU lacrosse dominates in exhibition win

February 3, 2025
2025 Farmers Insurance Open winner Harris English accepts the trophy at Torrey Pines on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025.

[Photo] Harris English crowned champion of 2025 Farmers Insurance Open

by Nick Edgar, Staff Writer
January 29, 2025
Farmers Insurance Open winner Harris English prepares to hit a bunt at Torrey Pines South Course on Saturday, Jan. 25.

[Photo] Tiger Returns to Torrey: The Genesis Invitational Relocates to Iconic Course

by Nick Edgar, Staff Writer
January 31, 2025
San Diego State senior guard Wayne McKinney III attempts a layup against a Gonzaga Bulldog defender earlier this season at Viejas Arena.

San Diego State defender Reilly Hunter looks to evade defenders in a game against USC last season April 27, 2024.

[Photo] How SDSU international athletes miss out on NIL opportunities

January 14, 2025
San Diego State freshmen forward Magoon Gwath drives up the court against Gonzaga’s sophomore Dusty Stormer (left) and senior guard Nolan Hickman (right) leading to a 80-67 loss on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] No. 24 men’s basketball dominates to secure victory over Fresno State

December 5, 2024
San Diego State freshmen forward Pharaoh Compton goes for some points against Gonzaga forward Braden Huff ending in a 80-67 loss on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] SDSU earns first AP ranking of the season after upsetting No. 6 Houston in OT, 73-70

by Andrew Breitenbach, Staff Writer
December 5, 2024
San Diego State senior guard Wayne McKinney III takes a shot against Gonzaga senior guard Michael Ajayi in a 80-67 loss on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball headed to Las Vegas for the Players Era Festival

by Andrew Breitenbach, Staff Writer
November 25, 2024
San Diego State senior running back Marquez Cooper (left) celebrating his touchdown with junior wide receiver Louis Brown IV (right) earlier this season at Snapdragon Stadium.

[Photo] Football unable to spoil Utah State’s senior day, losing 41-20

by Tyler Bowne, Staff Writer
November 25, 2024
Aztec senior Guard Wayne McKinney III takes a shot against Gonzaga senior guard Michael Ajayi in a 80-67 loss on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

Photo Essay: SDSU men’s basketball battle it out against ranked No.3 Gonzaga in 80-67 loss

by Jamie Sanchez, Photographer
November 21, 2024
San Diego State forward Jared Coleman-Jones attempts a shot to the basket at Steve Fisher Court at Viejas Arena earlier this season.

[Photo] NIL money is difficult to track, but it’s reshaping SDSU Athletics

by Roman Aguilar, Nick Edgar, Andrew Breitenbach, and Connor Aleshire
November 22, 2024
Aztec sophomore guard BJ Davis throws down a break-away dunk during a 80-67 loss to Gonzaga on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Early takeaways from Aztecs loss to No. 3 Gonzaga

by Jacob Fogelstrom, Sports Editor
November 20, 2024
San Diego State senior Guard Nick Boyd drives up against the Gonzaga men’s basketball team leading to a 80-67 loss on Monday, Nov. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball fall short against No. 3 Gonzaga in 80-67 defeat

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
November 19, 2024
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Cornerback Bryce Phillips guards Hawaii's Jonah Panoke at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024.

[Photo] Student-athletes share their experiences as transfer students

by Cindy Avila, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
Aztec wide receiver Louis Brown IV gives the Aztecs the lead with a touchdown against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday October 5, 2024

[Photo] Football suffers devastating loss to Boise State

by Trevor Speetzen, Staff Writer
November 2, 2024
Sophomore guard Miles Byrd energized after a dunk against Cal State San Marcos on Oct. 30, 2024 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Big-name returning players reflect on their offseason and prepare for tip-off

by Jacob Fogelstrom, Sports Editor
November 5, 2024
Sophomore guard BJ Davis makes the layup in a shutout win against Cal State San Marcos on Oct. 30, 2024 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Davis, Heide, and Lawin forecast upcoming season

by Andrew Breitenbach, Contributor
November 1, 2024
San Diego State guard Nick Boyd dribbles up the court with teammates surrounding him at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Boyd and McKinney III bring winning mindset to Aztec’s basketball culture

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
November 4, 2024
San Diego State Nick Boyd dribbles the ball up the court with his teammates against Cal State San Marcos on Oct. 30, 2024 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Men’s Basketball demolishes Cal State San Marcos 80-39 in exhibition game

by Roman Aguilar, Sports Editor
October 31, 2024
The San Diego State women's soccer team celebrates a late goal to give them the win against Colorado State at the SDSU Sports Deck on Sunday Oct. 27, 2024.

[Photo] Women’s soccer wins against the Rams on a late goal, 1-0

by Abigail Segoviano, Mundo Azteca Editor
October 28, 2024
Viejas Arena located on SDSU's campus on Saturday Oct 26, 2024.

[Photo] Bridging the gap: Can SDSU students reap any benefits at their own venues?

by Clayton Stout, Contributor
October 28, 2024
Freshmen Quarterback Danny O'Neil motions senior running back Marquez Cooper against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday October 5, 2024.

[Photo] Football Stays Undefeated in Conference Play, Overcomes Wyoming’s Trick Play Barrage in 27-24 Win

by Andrew Breitenbach, Contributor
October 14, 2024
Aztec sophomore edge rusher Trey White celebrates his second sack against Hawaii quarterback Brayden Schager at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday October 5, 2024

[Photo] Football travels to Wyoming looking to remain undefeated in conference

by Silas Bravo, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
San Diego State running back Marquez Cooper rushes into the endzone for a touchdown against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday October 5, 2024.

[Photo] Aztec Football gets back into the win column in a close game against Hawaii

by Connor Aleshire, Contributor
October 7, 2024
San Diego Smash’s Miles Evans spikes the ball past New York Nitros Taylor Sander to secure the point on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at Viejas Arena

[Photo] Professional beach volleyball makes its way to San Diego

by David Rosas, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024
Freshman Midfielder Alexyz Nakamoto being embraced by her teammates after obtaining her first collegiate goal leading to a victory against Eastern Washington on Sunday Sept. 15.

Photo Essay: Women’s soccer takes a 4-2 win over Eastern Washington

by Jamie Sanchez, Photographer
September 19, 2024
La portera de último año Alexa Madueño lanza el balón al centro del campo en la derrota de las Aztecas por 3-1 ante el número 2 del ranking, Stanford.

[Photo] Tres estudiantes hispanos futbolistas para seguir este otoño

by Abigail Segoviano, Mundo Azteca Editor
September 12, 2024
San Diego State forward Kali Trevithick celebrates as her penalty kick equalized the score in the first half against ranked opponent Stanford on Thursday, Aug. 22 at the SDSU Sports Deck. The Aztecs fell to the Cardinal 3-1 for the team's first season loss.

[Photo] Women’s soccer falls to No. 2 ranked Stanford, 3-1

by Christie Yeung, News Editor
August 23, 2024
Last season, SDSU pitcher #99 Cassidy West delivered the final blow to a dominant 6-1 win over UC Santa Barbara on Feb. 10, 2024.

[Photo] 5 Things you may have missed in SDSU sports this summer

August 7, 2024
Outfielder Jake Jackson slides into plate against CSU Long Beach earlier this season at Tony Gwynn Stadium. Jackson batted in four runs, including a single double and triple in the 9-7 loss to the New Mexico Lobos on Sunday, April 28.

[Photo] Aztecs drop ninth straight in walk-off fashion to the New Mexico Lobos 9-7

by Angel Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 29, 2024
Freshman pitcher Chris Canavan takes the mound halfway through a game earlier this season at Tony Gwynn Stadium The Aztecs couldn't find their footing as they were dominated 19-5 by the New Mexico Lobos on Saturday, April 27.

[Photo] Baseball dominated on the road by New Mexico, 19-5

by James Newell, Staff Writer
April 28, 2024
Outfielder Shaun Montoya launches the ball across the outfield earlier this season at Tony Gwynn Stadium.The Aztecs fell 8-4 to the New Mexico Lobos on Friday, April 26.

[Photo] Baseball falls to MWC opponent New Mexico, 8-4

by James Newell, Staff Writer
April 27, 2024
Right-handed pitcher Omar Serrano takes the starting pitches against the ranked UC Irvine anteaters at Tony Gwynn stadium. The Aztecs fell 11-2 to University of San Diego

[Photo] Baseball falls 11-2 to USD, loses fifth straight

by Jacob Fogelstrom, Staff Writer
April 24, 2024
Infielder Brady Lavoie takes a big swing for an early homerun against UC Irvine to give the lead back to the Aztecs on Saturday, April 20 at Tony Gwynn Stadium. The Aztecs fell to UC Irvine 7-6, as SDSU couldn't hold onto an early lead.

Photo Essay: Aztecs lose in a final-inning defeat to #15/17 UC Irvine

by Jamie Sanchez, Photographer
April 22, 2024
Infielder Tino Bethancourt goes at bat in the series opener against the UNLV Rebels on Friday, April 12.

Freshman Infielder Finley Bates opens the Aztecs offensive efforts with a homerun in their clash against the UNLV Rebels.

Infielder Brady Lavoie looks to pick off a UNLV player on first base during the series opener.

Right-handed pitcher Jacob Riordan tips off the Aztec-Rebel series on Friday, April 12.

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