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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
Kyle Betz

Kyle Betz, Sports Editor

Kyle Betz is a fourth-year journalism student at SDSU and 2020-21 marks his fourth year reporting for The Daily Aztec. The Lake Forest, Calif. native has covered numerous sports as a writer, editor and media contributor. An avid fan of the Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Lakers, Manchester United and Anaheim Ducks, Kyle enjoys watching and attending sporting events, listening to music, going to the beach and spending time with friends and family in his free time.

All content by Kyle Betz
San Diego State mens 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.

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

May 14, 2021
San Diego State softball head coach Kathy Van Wyk pictured during the 2018 season.

Kathy Van Wyk announces retirement as softball head coach

May 14, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Jordan Schakel and senior forward Matt Mitchell pictured during the 2020-21 season.

Column: Jordan Schakel and Matt Mitchell rank among best duos in program history

May 14, 2021
San Diego State womens golf senior Sara Kjellker (left) and mens golf senior Puwit Anupansuebsai swing their drivers during the 2021 season.

Kjellker and Anupansuebsai claim conference honors, make waves during senior seasons

May 14, 2021
San Diego State womens basketball head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson (right) and assistant coach Marsha Frese look on during a game in the 2020-21 season at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Q&A: Frese discusses her first year at SDSU, past experiences

May 7, 2021
Senior Farewell: Kyle Betz

Senior Farewell: Kyle Betz

May 5, 2021
San Diego State football-junior safety Dwayne Johnson Jr. (#36) helps lay a hit on a Brigham Young receiver during the Aztecs’ 13-3 victory on Nov. 30, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

Five Aztecs sign to NFL teams as undrafted free agents

May 3, 2021
San Diego State senior wide receiver Isaiah Richardson catches a pass during the Aztecs annual spring game on April 30, 2021 at the SDSU football practice field next to the Sports Deck.

[Photo] Defense dominates in football’s annual spring game

May 3, 2021
San Diego State football then-sophomore cornerback Darren Hall returns a fumble for a touchdown during the Aztecs 48-11 victory over Central Michigan on Dec. 21, 2019 at Dreamstyle Stadium in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Atlanta Falcons take Darren Hall with 108th pick in 2021 NFL Draft

May 1, 2021
San Diego State mens soccer freshman midfielder Andre Ochoa looks at the ball during the Aztecs 4-0 loss to Oregon State on April 17, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

[Photo] Men’s soccer shutout in final game of season, ends spring season with 1-7-2 record

April 21, 2021
San Diego State football senior running back Greg Bell makes a Hawaii defender miss during the Aztecs’ 34-10 win over the Rainbow Warriors on Nov. 14, 2020 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

[Photo] Conference championship, fundamentals a focus for Greg Bell in 2021

April 19, 2021
San Diego State womens soccer senior midfielder Chloe Frisch shoots the ball during the Aztecs 3-2 over Nevada on March 5, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

[Video] For women’s soccer, another chance at a Mountain West title is a long time coming

April 17, 2021
Former California junior guard Matt Bradley announced his transfer to San Diego State on April 12 via Twitter.

Men’s basketball lands California transfer Matt Bradley

April 13, 2021
The San Diego State womens soccer team celebrates after a goal during the Aztecs 3-1 win over Boise State on March 7, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Women’s soccer claims top spot in West Division, Mountain West title game met with controversy

April 13, 2021
San Diego State womens basketball senior guard Téa Adams looks to get past a UC Irvine defender during the Aztecs 66-55 loss to the Anteaters on Dec. 19, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Three takeaways: Looking back at the 2020-21 women’s basketball season

April 9, 2021
The San Diego State women’s basketball huddles up before the Aztecs’ 66-55 loss to UC Irvine on Dec. 19, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Writer’s roundtable: Women in sports

March 30, 2021
San Diego State football then-senior offensive lineman Jalen Booth shakes Brady Hokes hand during the teams Senior Night festivities before the Aztecs 29-17 win over Colorado State on Dec. 5, 2020 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

[Photo] Football spring practices postponed due to contact tracing concerns

March 23, 2021
After cutting down the nets at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, mens basketball head coach Brian Dutcher did a trust fall from the top of the ladder landing in his players arms after winning the Mountain West Conference Tournament

San Diego State to embrace the Madness this March

March 17, 2021
The San Diego State mens basketball team celebrates with the Mountain West Conference tournament trophy after defeating Utah State 68-57 to become MWC tournament champions on March 13, 2021 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

Third time’s the charm: Aztecs defeat Utah State to hoist Mountain West tournament trophy

March 13, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Trey Pulliam attempts a layup during the Aztecs Mountain West Conference tournament semifinal win over Nevada on March 12 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

Aztecs return to MWC tournament championship game, hope to win second in eight years

March 13, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Jordan Schakel attempts a fadeaway jumper during the Aztecs 77-70 win over Nevada on March 12, 2021 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

Three observations: Aztecs knock off No. 5 seed Nevada, advance to championship game

March 12, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Terrell Gomez dribbles the ball during the Aztecs 69-66 win over Wyoming in the quarterfinals of the Mountain West Conference tournament at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

No. 1 seed Aztecs survive battle against No. 8 Wyoming in quarterfinals of MWC tournament

March 11, 2021
San Diego State womens soccer goalkeeper Alexa Madueno catches the ball during the Aztecs 3-1 win over Boise State on March 7, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

[Photo] Madueno’s four first-half saves lift Aztecs over Boise State

March 8, 2021
San Diego State womens soccer junior midfielder Daniela Filipovic crosses the ball during the Aztecs 3-2 over Nevada on March 5, 2021 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

[Photo] Watkins scores game-winner in Aztecs’ season opener

March 6, 2021
San Diego State football senior linebacker Segun Olubi returns an interception for a touchdown during the Aztecs’ 34-10 win over Hawaii on Nov. 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park.

[Photo] Football reveals schedule for 2021 season

March 5, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior forward Matt Mitchell fires a 3-pointer during the Aztecs 78-66 overtime win over Boise State on Feb. 25 at Viejas Arena.

Mitchell scores 24 as Aztecs outlast Boise State in overtime, 78-66

February 26, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Terrell Gomez attempts a layup during the Aztecs 78-65 win over Colorado State on Jan. 4, 2021 at Viejas Arena.

How Terrell Gomez has become a dual-threat player in an Aztec uniform

February 24, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior forward Joshua Tomaić passes the ball after getting double-teamed by two Brigham Young defenders during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to the Cougars on Dec. 18, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball preparing for conference showdown against Boise State

February 24, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball then-junior forward Matt Mitchell completes a dunk over a New Mexico defender during the Aztecs 82-59 win over the Lobos on Feb. 11, 2020 at Viejas Arena. With the win, the Aztecs became the 2020 Mountain West regular-season champions.

Aztecs to make up game against UNLV, New Mexico forfeits series

February 23, 2021
San Diego State women’s basketball junior guard Sophia Ramos attempts a layup while sophomore forward Mallory Adams looks on from the corner during the Aztecs’ 80-65 loss to UNLV on Feb. 15, 2021 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Column: Aztecs gaining depth at right time

February 24, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Trey Pulliam attempts a floater during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Aztecs complete sweep over Fresno State, win eighth in a row

February 22, 2021
San Diego State mens basketball senior guard Trey Pulliam controls the ball during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

Pulliam ties career-high as Aztecs top Fresno State

February 19, 2021
San Diego State junior guard Sophia Ramos looks to drive inside during the Aztecs 80-65 loss to UNLV on Feb. 15, 2021 at Viejas Arena.

Ramos returns to the floor, gets 1000th-career point

February 16, 2021
San Diego State womens basketball sophomore forward Mallory Adams attempts a shot with her right hand during the Aztecs 80-65 loss to UNLV on Feb. 15, 2021 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Three observations: Aztecs fall to UNLV despite strong second half, Ramos’ return

February 16, 2021
A sign at Tony Gwynn Stadium during summer 2020 displays intercollegiate sports were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, in February 2021, the San Diego State mens and womens tennis teams are the first two individual programs to have to pause in-person activities for two weeks due to the virus.

[Photo] Men’s and women’s tennis teams to pause in-person activity

February 13, 2021
Trimaine Davis, an honorary captain during Super Bowl LV, waves to the camera while being honored during a pregame ceremony at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Fla. on Feb. 7, 2021.

Men’s basketball alumnus Trimaine Davis honored during Super Bowl LV

February 10, 2021
San Diego State womens basketball junior guard Mercades Staples goes against a Cal Poly defender during the Aztecs 73-63 loss to the Mustangs on Dec. 21 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball update: The San José effect and elongated homestand

February 9, 2021
Junior forward Kiara Edwards faces a Cal Baptist defender during the Aztecs 75-71 loss to the Lancers on Dec. 2, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball, Mountain West announce schedule changes

January 30, 2021
After waiting nearly a year to return to the field/court of play, more programs will compete during the 2021 spring semester than ever before.

Run it back: Spring sports have returned

January 27, 2021
San Diego State football senior tight end Nolan Givan (#85), junior wide receiver Ethan Dedeaux (#81) and sophomore quarterback Carson Baker (#3) stand at the back of the Aztecs huddle before SDSUs 29-17 win against Colorado State on Dec. 5, 2020 at Dignity Health Sports Park. Givan and Baker entered the NCAA transfer portal on Jan. 25.

[Photo] Football update: Quarterbacks, tight end entering transfer portal

January 27, 2021
Senior guard Terrell Gomez (front) and senior forward Matt Mitchell run up the court during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18 at Viejas Arena. Mitchell scored a career-high 35 points in the losing effort.

Men’s basketball topples Air Force in one-sided affair, wins series

January 25, 2021
Junior forward Ivvana Murillo (#30 on the Aztecs) and freshman forward Flo Vinerte (right) defend two UC Irvine players during the Aztecs 66-55 loss to the Anteaters on Dec. 19, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Column: Aztecs finding success with 2-3 zone defense

January 23, 2021
Freshman guard Lamont Butler goes up against a Brigham Young defender during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to the Cougars on Dec. 18, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

Butler scores career-high in breakout game as Aztecs fall to Aggies

January 16, 2021
The San Diego State womens basketball team huddles around head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson during the Aztecs 75-71 loss to Cal Baptist on Dec. 2, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Aztecs versus Aggies postponed due to positive COVID-19 test

January 16, 2021
Senior forward Matt Mitchell attempts to dribble around a defender during the Aztecs’ 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18 at Viejas Arena. Mitchell scored a career-high 35 points in the losing effort.

[Photo] Mitchell hurt, status unknown as Aztecs drop road contest to Aggies

January 14, 2021
Womens basketball head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson (right) talks to assistant coach Nick Grant during a timeout during the Aztecs 75-71 loss to Cal Baptist on Dec. 2, 2020 at Viejas Arena. All members of the womens basketball coaching staff wear athletic gear.

[Photo] Basketball coaches dress ‘down’ as pandemic season continues

January 12, 2021
Senior linebacker Caden McDonald forces a strip sack against Hawaii sophomore quarterback Chevan Cordeiro during the Aztecs 34-10 win over the Rainbow Warriors on Nov. 14, 2020 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

[Photo] Column: Which Aztecs could hear their name called in the 2021 NFL Draft?

January 11, 2021
Freshman guard/forward Kim Villalobos looks to drive past the UC Irvine defense during the Aztecs 66-55 win over the Anteaters on Dec. 19, 2020 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball earns first conference win of season, splits series with Nevada

January 11, 2021
San Diego State women’s basketball junior guard Alex Crain warms up with a mask after halftime of the Aztecs’ 75-71 loss to Cal Baptist on Dec. 2 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Aztecs-Rebels postponed due to COVID-19 issues

December 28, 2020
Senior transfer guard Terrell Gomez with the ball during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Aztecs end scheduled non-conference slate with win against St. Mary’s

December 23, 2020
Senor guard Téa Adams looks to dish the ball to a teammate during the Aztecs 73-63 loss to Cal Poly on Dec. 21 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball wraps up non-conference action with home loss to Cal Poly

December 21, 2020
Freshman guard Bailee Chynoweth fires a 3-point shot during the Aztecs 66-55 loss to UC Irvine on Dec. 19 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Chynoweth scores career-high 15 points in 66-55 loss to UC Irvine

December 19, 2020
Senior forward Matt Mitchell attempts a fadeaway jumper during the Aztecs 72-62 loss to Brigham Young on Dec. 18 at Viejas Arena. Mitchell scored a career-high 35 points in the losing effort.

[Photo] Mitchell scores career-high, Aztecs’ comeback bid falls short in upset loss to Brigham Young

December 18, 2020
San Diego State football head coach Brady Hoke speaks in front of the media during a press conference on Dec. 16 — the beginning of the early National Signing Day period.

Football reels in 23 commits during early National Signing Day period

December 16, 2020
San Diego State womens basketball head coach Stacy Terry-Hutson (left) draws up a play near the end of the Aztecs 75-71 loss to Cal Baptist on Dec. 2 at Viejas Arena.

[Photo] Aztecs-Firebirds canceled on December 13, team prepares for first conference game

December 7, 2020
Senior guard Jordan Schakel fires a 3-point shot during the Aztecs’ 77-58 win over the Anteaters on Nov. 27 at Viejas Arena.

Men’s basketball pulls off second-half comeback, edges Pepperdine 65-60

December 6, 2020
Junior wide receiver BJ Busbee returns a punt for a touchdown during the Aztecs 29-17 win against Colorado State on Dec. 5 at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Three observations: Aztecs end losing streak, take down Colorado State on Senior Night

December 5, 2020
Junior guard Sophia Ramos prepares to fire a 3-point shot during the Aztecs 75-71 loss to Cal Baptist on Dec. 2 at Viejas Arena. Ramos led the Scarlet and Black with xx points, including xx makes from beyond the arc.

[Photo] Three observations: Women’s basketball falls to Cal Baptist, 75-71, in home opener

December 3, 2020
San Diego State womens basketball junior guard Sophia Ramos (left) and mens basketball senior forward Matt Mitchell won the Mountain West Conference Player of the Week awards for the week ending Nov. 29 on Nov. 30, according to a conference-issued press release.

Sophia Ramos, Matt Mitchell named Mountain West Players of the Week

November 30, 2020
Then-junior running back Jordan Byrd rushes for a touchdown during the Aztecs’ 34-10 win over the Rainbow Warriors at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. on Nov. 14.

SDSU football announces it will play Colorado on Nov. 28

November 26, 2020
Senior guard Terrell Gomez high-fives fellow senior guard Jordan Schakel (left) during the Aztecs 73-58 win over UCLA on Nov. 25 at Viejas Arena.

Three observations: Men’s basketball takes down No. 22 UCLA on opening night

November 26, 2020
Then-junior forward Matt Mitchell fires a shot over a Grand Canyon defender during the Aztecs 86-61 win over the Lopes on Nov. 13, 2019 at Viejas Arena.

Three observations: Men’s basketball gearing up for unconventional season

November 24, 2020
Senior running back Greg Bell rushes for a touchdown during the Aztecs’ 34-10 win over Hawaii on Nov. 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

[Photo] Aztecs-Bulldogs canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

November 22, 2020
San Diego State womens rowing practices in the fog in Mission Bay.

Women’s rowing program discontinued due to financial impacts, gender equity

November 20, 2020
Then-junior forward Matt Mitchell celebrates after a play during the Aztecs 82-59 win over New Mexico on Feb. 11 at Viejas Arena.

Men’s basketball announces 2020-21 season schedule

November 17, 2020
Junior linebacker Caden McDonald strip sacks Hawaii sophomore quarterback Chevan Cordeiro during the Aztecs 34-10 win over the Rainbow Warriors at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. on Nov. 14

[Video] Three observations: Aztecs claim third win of season in 34-10 victory over Hawaii

November 14, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Carson Baker elevates to score a 1-yard rushing touchdown during the Aztecs 28-17 loss to San José State on Nov. 6 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

Aztecs squander second-half lead, fall to 2-1 after loss to San José State

November 7, 2020
Then-sophomore middle blocker Andrea Walker spikes the ball during the Aztecs 3-1 win over Air Force on Nov. 14, 2019 at Peterson Gym.

Mountain West Conference releases formats to resume three sports

October 30, 2020
The San Diego State football practice field next to the SDSU Sports Deck was empty on June 7 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although football is back, the practice field will be empty yet again on Nov. 3 as student-athletes are encouraged by the NCAA and SDSU to exercise their right to vote.

[Photo] In accordance with NCAA, SDSU gets Election Day off to encourage student-athletes to vote

October 29, 2020
Junior linebacker Caden McDonald sacks UNLV quarterback in the Aztecs 34-6 win over the Runnin Rebels on Oct. 25 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. The sack was one of McDonalds 2.5 on the night.

Three observations: SDSU stifles UNLV, 34-6, in season opener

October 25, 2020
Then-sophomore forward Nathan Mensah attempts a one-handed shot over a Tennessee State defender during the Aztecs 62-49 win over the Tigers on Nov. 25, 2019 at Viejas Arena.

Fall Camp update: Aztecs play five-on-five, non-conference schedule and status of Mensah

October 23, 2020
Then-sophomore cornerback Darren Hall celebrates after returning a fumble for a touchdown during the Aztecs’ 48-11 win over Central Michigan on Dec. 21, 2019 at the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Aztecs set to host UNLV in 2020 season opener

October 23, 2020
The sea of empty blue seats at SDCCU Stadium is a bittersweet sight as San Diego says goodbye to 53 years or sporting, architectural and entertainment history.

[Video] SDCCU Stadium: A new era follows the end of an old one

October 15, 2020
Then-sophomore guard Adam Seiko looks to dribble past a Wyoming defender during the Aztecs 72-55 win over the Cowboys on Jan. 21 at Viejas Arena.

Mountain West unveils temporary men’s basketball 18-game conference schedule

October 9, 2020
The San Diego State football team huddles around then-senior linebacker Kyahva Tezino as he gives a pregame speech. The game resulted in a 48-11 win over Central Michigan on Dec. 21, 2019 at the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque.

San Diego State releases revised 2020 season schedule

October 1, 2020
San Diego State then-sophomore linebacker Caden McDonald intercepts a pass during the Aztecs 27-17 victory over San José State on Oct. 19, 2019 at CEFCU Stadium. The pick sealed the win for SDSU and the teams record improved to 6-1.

San Diego State student-athletes return to practice after two-week sports pause

September 17, 2020

[Video] Mountain West Conference postpones and cancels fall sports, affecting San Diego State athletics

September 8, 2020
SDSU mens basketball head coach Brian Dutcher cuts the nets after defeating New Mexico for the Mountain West regular-season title on Feb. 11 at Viejas Arena.

Men’s basketball signs Brian Dutcher to three-year extension

September 4, 2020
SDSU Mission Valley ground breaking ceremony ushers in A New Era for San Diego State

SDSU Mission Valley ground breaking ceremony ushers in ‘A New Era’ for San Diego State

August 17, 2020

[Video] Mountain West postpones football, other fall sports

August 10, 2020
Fans will have to wait a few weeks longer to watch the San Diego State football team. That includes senior defensive back Tariq Thompson (pictured tackling a San José State player during the Aztecs 27-17 win over the Spartans on October 19, 2019 in San José, California). Thompson received a preseason honor from the Mountain West Conference after he was named first team All-MW Defense.

Following the NCAA’s lead, Mountain West Conference announces revised fall sports schedule, guidelines

August 5, 2020
Then-junior guard Malachi Flynn hits a game-winning 3-pointer to give the Aztecs a 59-57 victory over San José State on Dec. 8, 2019 at Viejas Arena. The Shot preserved the Aztecs undefeated record and improved the team to 10-0.

Malachi Flynn wins Mountain West Male Athlete of the Year honor

July 29, 2020
Brady Hoke poses in front of the media after being introduced as San Diego State footballs head coach on Jan. 8.

Brady Hoke gives first football update since beginning of COVID-19 pandemic

July 21, 2020
Then-sophomore wide receiver BJ Busbee attempts to escape a Nevada tackler during the Aztecs 17-13 loss to the Wolf Pack on Nov. 9, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

SDSU student-athletes return to campus for voluntary workouts

July 7, 2020

[Video] Five Aztec football stars head to the NFL: Quarantine Preplay episode one

May 2, 2020

Matt Mitchell to test NBA draft process

April 26, 2020

[Video] Four Aztecs signed as undrafted free agents to NFL rosters

April 25, 2020
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