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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
Juan Daniel Avila

Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer

Juan Daniel Avila is a journalism transfer student from Napa, Calif. and joined The Daily Aztec in August 2020. He hopes to be a soccer reporter on ESPN Deportes or a soccer commentator for a major sports network. During his free time, Juan loves to work on his car, play FIFA, listen to music and watch fútbol from all over the world.

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by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
May 9, 2022
Senior Nathan Mensah drives to the basket during SDSU's 53-46 win over Fresno State.

Men’s basketball put a leash on Fresno State, advance with 53-46 victory

by Jason Freund and Juan Daniel Avila
March 11, 2022
Senior Maggie Balint mid-pitch during SDSU's game against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders.

Sophomore Jillian Cellis at the plate during SDSU's 3-1 victory over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on Feb. 19.

[Photo] SDSU Softball sweeps first conference opponents of 2022

March 25, 2022
No one covers the home team like we do. Spear Sports Report, presented by The Daily Aztec, is bringing you courtside as our editors and writers break down all things Aztec's Athletics.

Spear Sports Report: Guest Star Special

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
February 8, 2022
Laukoa Santos celebrating a goal with head coach Ryan Hopkins against Stanford (Courtesy of SDSU Athletics).

The journey to another NCAA Tournament continues for Men’s Soccer in the offseason

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
January 7, 2022
Los Ángeles Azules member Elías Porfirio Mejía Avante flashing a peace sign towards the crowd.

Mexican group Los Ángeles Azules arrive for 40-year anniversary tour

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
Puerto Rican singer Farruko electrified the crowd at Viejas Arena with a sound that perfectly balanced EDM and reggaeton.

Puerto Rican singer Farruko’s ‘La 167’ tour makes a stop at Viejas Arena

by Juan Daniel Avila and Maritza Camacho
December 8, 2021
Los Aztecas perdieron contra los Huskies de nuevo.

El fútbol masculino cae por segunda vez en casa 1-0 ante el número 3 Washington

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritora
November 17, 2021
Goalkeeper Jacob Castro dives before a potential shot is sent towards the goal against Oregon

Men’s soccer falls for the second time at home 1-0 to No. 3 Washington

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
November 11, 2021
Junior Blake Bowen looks to make a play against Oregon State on

Men’s soccer loses first home game against No. 2 Oregon State

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
November 7, 2021
Tevenn Roux (left) and Laukoa Santos (right) at a 2021 U23 Portland Timbers summer season match (Photo Courtesy of Roux and Santos).

The two lone Aztec seniors embrace their struggles and leadership

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
November 4, 2021
Junior midfielder Blake Bowen (26) dribbles past a Stanford defender during the 2020-2021 season (Photo Courtesy of SDSU Athletics).

Men’s soccer team stunned 4-0 by Stanford at Palo Alto

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
Greg Bell, número 22, corre la pelota entre medio de la defensa del los Lobos para notar su touchdown.

SDSU domina a los Lobos de New Mexico 31-7

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritor
October 13, 2021
Los aztecas perdieron el partido conta la Universidad de Washington en Seattle en el estado de Washington.

Jugada controversial pone fin a la racha ganadora del fútbol masculino en Seattle

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritor
October 6, 2021
Senior Tevenn Roux during SDSU's match against Bakersfield (Courtesy of SDSU Athletics).

Questionable non-call handball ends men’s soccer winning streak in 1-0 loss to Washington

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
October 1, 2021
La comunidad chicanx expresan su orgullo mexicano en SDSU.

Cómo los estudiantes mexicanos de SDSU celebran el Dia de la Independencia Mexicana

by Karina Bazarte and Juan Daniel Avila
September 29, 2021
The Aztecs celebrate after scoring a goal against Cal.

Men’s soccer defeats Cal Berkley 2-0 to begin conference play

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
September 19, 2021
Los aztecas de futbol masculino ganaron al último momento de partido contra UC Davis.

El fútbol masculino vence a UC Davis 1-0 en la última jugada del partido

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritor
September 15, 2021
The Aztecs celebrate a goal they scored in the final minutes of play.

Last second heroics lead men’s soccer to 1-0 victory over UC Davis

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
September 12, 2021
Los aztecas empataron 1-1 con los mustangs de Cal Poly San Luis Obispo el 3 de septiembre 2021

Los Aztecas se quedan con en empate, 1-1 con Los Mustangs de Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritor
September 8, 2021
El equipo de futbol masculino de SDSU gan su primer partido contra los matores de CSUN

Los aztecas ganan su primer partido de futbol de la temporada

by Juan Daniel Avila and Marco Perez
September 1, 2021
El equipo de futbol de SDSU, los Aztecas, luchan por su victoria en la segundad mitad del partido contra el equipo de Point Loma

Aztecas golean 4-0 contra Point Loma en un partido amistoso

by Juan Daniel Avila, Escritor
August 25, 2021

Men’s soccer shuts out Point Loma 4-0

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
August 25, 2021
Credit: Derrick Tuskan/SDSU

Men’s soccer receives votes in US Coaches Poll

by Juan Daniel Avila, Senior Staff Writer
August 19, 2021
Senior midfielder Adam Vargas attempts to get past a UCLA defender in the Aztecs’ 1-0 loss to the Bruins on Nov. 16 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s Soccer releases schedule for 2021

by Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer
July 5, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer head coach Ryan Hopkins and his staff look on during the Aztecs' 4-0 loss to Oregon State on April 17, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Two takeaways: Men’s soccer wraps up first season with Hopkins at helm

by Marco Perez and Juan Daniel Avila
May 14, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer sophomore goalkeeper Tetsuya Kadono makes a save during the Aztecs' 2-0 upset over No. 4 Washington on March 28, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer falls to California in final away match of season

by Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
Opinion: DACA recipients should have a secure pathway to citizenship now

Opinion: DACA recipients should have a secure pathway to citizenship now

by Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer sophomore forward Austin Wehner scores inside the box to give San Diego State a 2-0 lead in the 36th minute. The Aztecs defeated then-No. 4 Washington 2-0 on March 28, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Aztecs unable to overcome first-half deficit in 3-1 road loss to Stanford

by Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer
April 8, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer junior midfielder Laukoa Santos races against a Stanford defender during the Aztecs' 1-0 loss to the Cardinal on Feb. 27, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer shut out 5-0 by No. 4 Oregon State

by Juan Daniel Avila, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer freshman midfielder Andrew Ochoa controls the ball during the Aztecs' 1-0 loss to the Cardinal on Feb. 27 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer goes to extra time for third straight game, falls to No. 8 Washington

by Juan Daniel Avila, Contributor
March 9, 2021
San Diego State men's soccer then-freshman midfielder Blake Bowen competes during a game in 2019.

Men’s soccer draws UCLA in season opener

by Juan Daniel Avila, Contributor
February 24, 2021
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