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The Daily Aztec



San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec

Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer

Tristi is a media studies major pursuing a career in sports journalism. She is a huge Dwyane Wade fan. Tristi would one day like to work as a reporter covering the NBA.

All content by Tristi Rodriguez

JMS classes aren’t doing enough

by Will Fritz, Kemi Giwa, Jocelyn Moran, Julianna Ress, David Santillan, and Tristi Rodriguez
May 9, 2019
Senior Farewell: Tristi Rodriguez

Senior Farewell: Tristi Rodriguez

by Tristi Rodriguez, Senior Staff Writer
May 8, 2019

[Video] Ask an Aztec — Baseball Edition

April 19, 2019
Sophomore guard Najé Murray looks down the court on a fast break during the Aztecs’ 81-38 win over Incarnate Word on Nov. 18, 2018 at Viejas Arena.

Najé Murray says farewell to SDSU, transfers to Cal

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 11, 2019
Sophomore guard Naje Murray sends a pass into the post during the Aztecs 62-49 loss to UNLV on Feb. 23 at Viejas Arena.

Column: Aztecs’ season comes up short in MW semifinals, but best is yet to come

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
San Diego States bench cheers after a three-pointer by the Aztecs during their game against UNLV on March 14.

Aztec fans mark their territory in Las Vegas

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 14, 2019
Sophomore guard Naje Murray runs back on defense during the Aztecs 64-61 victory over Nevada on March 7 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball advances to Mountain West Conference semis with overtime victory against New Mexico

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 12, 2019

[Video] Women’s basketball teammates compete for the title of Best Friend

March 4, 2019
Sophomore guard Naje Murray attempts to drive around a Utah State defender during the Aztecs 65-52 loss on Wednesday night at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball fails to end skid with 65-52 loss to Utah State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019

[Video] Hometown Heroes — SDSU baseball

February 25, 2019
Sophomore guard Naje Murray sends a pass into the post during the Aztecs 62-49 loss to UNLV on Feb. 23 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball falls to UNLV, 62-49, for third straight loss

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 23, 2019
Freshman guard Sophia Ramos looks to pass the ball into the post during the Aztecs 54-45 victory over Colorado State on Feb. 13 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball defeats Rams for fourth straight win

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
SDSU players celebrating during its 61-59 victory over New Mexico on Feb. 6 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball upsets first-place New Mexico

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
Sophomore guard Téa Adams shoots over multiple SJSU defenders during the Aztecs 69-68 victory over the Spartans on Feb. 2 at Viejas Arena.

Téa Adams’ game-winning shot lifts SDSU to 69-68 victory over SJSU

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 2, 2019
Sophomore guard Najé Murray drives to the left during the Aztecs 87-81 loss against Fresno State on Jan. 23 at Viejas Arena.

Turnovers haunt Aztecs in 87-81 loss to Fresno State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
January 24, 2019
Then-freshman guard Sophia Ramos attempts a shot during the Aztecs 69-66 loss to Boise State on Jan. 5 at Viejas Arena.

Column: Women’s basketball relying on young talent

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
January 23, 2019
Sophomore guard Tea Adams drives around an Air Force defender during the Aztecs 70-61 victory on Jan. 12 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs snap losing skid with 70-61 victory over Air Force

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
January 13, 2019
Then-freshman guard Sophia Ramos attempts a shot during the Aztecs 69-66 loss to Boise State on Jan. 5 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs come up short at home against Boise State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
January 5, 2019
Freshman guard Mallory Adams attempts to drive to the hoop during the Aztecs 63-58 loss to UCSB on Dec. 21 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs fall to Gauchos in final game before conference play

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
December 22, 2018

[Video] The Daily Aztec Live: December 6, 2018

December 6, 2018

Ron Smith redefines what it means to be a student-athlete

by Tristi Rodriguez and Aaron Tolentino
December 5, 2018
Freshman guard Mallory Adams attempts to drive to the hoop during the Aztecs 69-60 loss to Arizona on Dec. 2 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs fail to hold lead during 69-60 loss to Arizona

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
December 3, 2018

[Video] The Daily Aztec Live: November 6, 2018

November 30, 2018
Senior middle blocker Deja Harris (right) celebrates with her teammates after earning a point during the Aztecs five-set loss to Louisiana on Sept. 15 at Peterson Gym.

Deja Harris sets record for block-assists in a career during final game

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
November 20, 2018
Sophomore guard Najé Murray dribbles past a UIW defender on Nov. 18 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs make easy work of Incarnate Word in 81-38 rout

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
November 19, 2018
Then-junior outside hitter Hannah Turnlund looks to put the ball in play during the Aztecs four-set victory over Nevada on Nov. 15 at Peterson Gym.

Volleyball set to end season at home against San Jose State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018

[Video] Campus religious group grapples with false sex trafficking rumors

by Kaitlyn Little, Staff Writer
November 14, 2018

[Video] Ask an Aztec: Basketball season

November 12, 2018

[Video] More than an athlete: SDSU Football

by Aaron Tolentino, Tristi Rodriguez, and Kyle Betz
October 19, 2018

[Video] SDSU Football Players of the Week

by Aaron Tolentino, Tristi Rodriguez, and Kyle Betz
October 19, 2018
Junior outside hitter Hannah Turnlund spikes a ball over the outstretched arms of the Lobos defenders during the Aztecs four-set victory on Oct. 11 at Peterson Gym.

Aztecs win streak reaches five games following four-set victory over New Mexico

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
October 12, 2018
Then-junior midfielder AJ Valenzuela chases after the ball during the Aztecs 2-1 loss to Washington on Oct. 7, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Aztecs fail to tame Huskies in 2-1 home loss

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
October 7, 2018
Junior outside hitter Hannah Turnlund finishes off a spike attempt during the Aztecs three-set victory over San Diego on Oct. 2 at Peterson Gym.

SDSU pulls off three-set sweep over crosstown rival USD

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
October 3, 2018

[Video] SDSU Football — Junior College to Division 1 Ball

by Aaron Tolentino
September 24, 2018
Senior middle blocker Deja Harris follows through after spiking the ball during the Aztecs five-set loss to UTEP on Sept. 15 at Peterson Gym.

Aztecs losing streak reaches nine with five-set loss to UTEP

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
September 15, 2018

[Video] From the streets to clothing design: Infantry clothing line

May 2, 2018
(left to right) Junior Dean Nevarez, freshman Casey Schmitt, sophomore Julian Escobedo and sophomore Tre Brown horse around after the Aztecs game on April 28 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Column: Aztecs happy to have Eastlake High talent

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
May 2, 2018
Sophomore shortstop Shelby Thompson runs towards her teammates at home plate after hitting a walk-off home run during the Aztecs 3-2 victory over Colorado State on April 29 at SDSU Softball Stadium.

Softball wins first home series of the year with 3-2 walk-off victory over Colorado State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 29, 2018
Justin Goossen-Brown pitches during the Aztecs 7-6 victory over UNLV on April 28 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs complete comeback with 7-6 victory over UNLV

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 28, 2018
Shelby Thompson stands ready at the plate during the Aztecs 6-2 victory over Colorado State on April 28 at SDSU Softball Stadium.

Grand slam propels softball to 6-2 victory over Colorado State

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
April 28, 2018
Sophomore outfielder Julian Escobedo smirks during the Aztecs 9-6 victory over Cal State Fullerton on April 15 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Julian Escobedo bulks up for Aztecs

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 25, 2018
Senior infielder David Hensley takes a hack during the Aztecs 7-0 victory over Fresno State on April 22 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs take series with 7-0 thumping of Fresno State

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 23, 2018
David Hensley a familiar face for the Aztecs

David Hensley a familiar face for the Aztecs

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 18, 2018
Redshirt junior pitcher Justin Goossen-Brown throws off the mound during the Aztecs 9-6 victory over Cal State Fullerton at Tony Gwynn Stadium on April 15.

Baseball nabs series after 9-6 victory over Fullerton

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 15, 2018
Chase Calabuig stands at the plate during the Aztecs 3-2 victory over Arizona on Feb. 23 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Baseball victorious with 6-3 victory over Fullerton in series opener

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
April 14, 2018
Freshman outfielder Sean Ross and junior pitcher Garrett Hill hang over the dugout railing during the Aztecs 5-4 win over Grand Canyon on Feb. 25 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Column: No. 25 Aztecs have all the pieces to the puzzle

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
March 21, 2018
Junior catcher Dean Nevarez heads back to the dugout to celebrate with his teammates after hitting a home run during the Aztecs 3-2 victory over Air Force on March 11 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

No. 25 Aztecs split doubleheader in series finale against Air Force

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
March 11, 2018
Chase Calabuig stands at the plate during the Aztecs 3-2 victory over Arizona on Feb. 23 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs defeat Air Force, 3-2, to open weekend series

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
March 10, 2018
Freshman outfielder Janina Jusay slides into third base during the Aztecs 1-0 loss to Boston University on March 4 at SDSU Softball Stadium.

Aztecs scoreless vs. Terriers to end San Diego Classic

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 7, 2018
Sophomore Marissa Moreno prepares to throw a pitch during the Aztecs 2-0 loss to Cal State Northridge on March 2 at SDSU Softball Stadium.

Softball splits versus Minnesota and CSUN on day two of San Diego Classic

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 3, 2018
Aztecs players sing the fight song after defeating Michigan 4-3 on Feb. 26 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs escape with 4-3 victory over Michigan

by Justin Wylie, Staff Writer
February 26, 2018
Sophomore pitcher Logan Boyer throws a pitch during the Aztecs 3-2 victory over Arizona on Feb. 23 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs score on wild pitch for 3-2 victory over Arizona

by Justin Wylie, Contributor
February 24, 2018
Aztecs junior infielder David Hensley goes for a ground ball during baseball practice on Jan. 26.

Baseball ready for redemption following tournament dissapointment

by Justin Wylie, Contributor
January 31, 2018
DA Preplay – Football Season Recap

[Video] DA Preplay – Football Season Recap

December 1, 2017
Freshman golfer Puwit Anupansuebsai poses for a picture during the 2016 PGA Southern California Junior Tour.

Freshman golfer making big impression in his first season on the Mesa

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
November 20, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU Basketball Preview

DA Preplay — SDSU Basketball Preview

November 11, 2017

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU at San Jose State University

November 3, 2017
Senior guard Geena Gomez plans her attack during a game in the 2016-17 season.

Women’s basketball brings high expectations

by Tristi Rodriguez, Staff Writer
November 1, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU vs Boise State

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU vs Boise State

October 13, 2017
SDSU alumnus Xander Schauffele looks on after a drive during the 2013 season.

Schauffele’s success sets par for SDSU men’s golf

by Tristi Rodriguez, Contributor
October 4, 2017
SDSU students respond to Black Minds Matter course

[Video] SDSU students respond to Black Minds Matter course

September 29, 2017
15 March 2016: The San Diego State Aztecs mens golf team participated in the 8th annual Lamkin San Diego Classic held at the San Diego Country Club in Chula Vista, Ca.

Men’s golf finishes sixth at William H. Tucker Intercollegiate

by Tristi Rodriguez, Contributor
September 25, 2017
Sophomore cornerback Ron Smith intercepts a pass during the second quarter of SDSUs 20-17 win over Stanford University.

DA Preplay – Air Force Academy Game

September 23, 2017

DA Preplay – Stanford Game

September 16, 2017
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