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



San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec
Zach Engberg

Zach Engberg, Sports Editor

Zach is a senior at San Diego State University majoring in journalism. Zach was the Sports Editor at The Daily Aztec, where he has been working since 2015. Zach has covered the SDSU football, baseball and women’s lacrosse team, while reporting other breaking news stories. Born in San Francisco, Calif., Zach is an avid fan of the SF 49ers, Oakland Athletics and Golden State Warriors, and is still mourning the 2016 Finals loss and Super Bowl XLVII. Zach will someday work as a television sports commentator, joining the likes of Joe Buck, Mike Tirico and Marv Albert.

All content by Zach Engberg
Freshman forward Matt Mitchell attacks the basket during SDSUs 85-49 win over San Jose State.

Column: Aztecs’ fall from grace falls on senior leaders

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
January 24, 2018
Conservative student organizations respond to Professor Casper's political tweet.

Stories to watch in 2018

by Zach Engberg and Will Fritz
January 17, 2018
Cross Training with Aliyah Utush

[Video] Cross Training with Aliyah Utush

December 19, 2017
Marshall Faulk is honored before an SDSU football game vs. Hawaii in the 2016 season.

Marshall Faulk suspended by NFL Network amidst sexual harassment allegations

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
December 11, 2017
Sophomore running back Juwan Washington, senior wide receiver Mikah Holder, sophomore linebacker Kyavha Tezino and senior fullback Nick Bawden lead SDSU onto the field before its opening game win over UC Davis Sept. 2.

Armed Forces Bowl trip challenged by state travel ban

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
December 8, 2017
Rashaad Penny is all smiles during the Aztecs 42-23 victory over Nevada on Nov. 18 at SDCCU Stadium.

Penny misses final Heisman cut

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
December 4, 2017
Sophomore running back Juwan Washington, senior wide receiver Mikah Holder, sophomore linebacker Kyavha Tezino and senior fullback Nick Bawden lead SDSU onto the field before its opening game win over UC Davis Sept. 2.

Football to face Army in the Armed Forces Bowl

by Zach Engberg and Abraham Jewett
December 3, 2017
DA Preplay – Football Season Recap

[Video] DA Preplay – Football Season Recap

December 1, 2017
Rashaad Penny is all smiles during the Aztecs 42-23 victory over Nevada on Nov. 18 at SDCCU Stadium.

Penny, Kelly among Aztecs honored by Mountain West

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
November 30, 2017
Freshman safety Tariq Thompson intercepts a pass against New Mexico on Nov. 24.

SDSU football: 2017 season in review

by Zach Engberg and Abraham Jewett
November 29, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU vs. Nevada

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU vs. Nevada

November 18, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU Basketball Preview

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU Basketball Preview

November 11, 2017
Senior forward Malik Pope puts up a floater in the first half against San Diego Christian. Pope led SDSU with 20 points in the 91-50 win.

High-flying Aztecs open season with dominant 91-52 win over San Diego Christian

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
November 10, 2017
Then-freshman guard Najé Murray drives to the basket for two of her 14 points during SDSU's 77-50 win over Presbyterian College.

Three pointers, bench contributions power Aztecs past Presbyterian on opening night

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
November 10, 2017
Junior guard Jeremy Hemsley attacks the basket during SDSU's 81-58 win over San Diego Christian in the 2016-17 season.

Talent won’t be enough for SDSU to rebound this season

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
November 8, 2017
Senior running back Rashaad Penny makes a cut on his way to a touchdown in the third quarter of SDSU's 52-7 win over San Jose State.

Aztecs’ ground and pound punishes San Jose State in 52-7 win

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
November 4, 2017

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

November 3, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU at Hawaii

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU at Hawaii

October 27, 2017
SDSU Athletics announced a refund policy for season ticket holders and Aztec Club members on June 18.

Men’s basketball student ticket pickup moving online

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
October 22, 2017
Freshman running back Ronnie Rivers separates from the defense during Fresno State’s 38-0 win over New Mexico on Oct. 14. SDSU faces Fresno on Oct. 21 at SDCCU Stadium.

Chalk Talk: Q&A with the sports editor of The Fresno State Collegian

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
October 18, 2017
DA Preplay -- SDSU vs Boise State

[Video] DA Preplay — SDSU vs Boise State

October 13, 2017
DA Preplay – SDSU at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

[Video] DA Preplay – SDSU at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

October 7, 2017
Sophomore cornerback Ron Smith intercepts a pass during the second quarter of SDSU's 20-17 win over Stanford University.

[Video] DA Preplay – Air Force Academy Game

September 23, 2017

[Video] DA Preplay – Stanford Game

September 16, 2017
New tailgating regulations require groups of 25 or more to register three days before the game.

Call to arms: SDSU needs ‘The Show’ to come out in full force for Stanford

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
September 13, 2017
Senior running back Rashaad Penny outruns a slew of UC Davis defenders during SDSU's 38-17 win.

Notebook: true team effort leads to dominating SDSU victory

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
September 2, 2017
SDSU football players prepare for a snap during a 2017 practice.

Football depth chart filled with freshmen

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 28, 2017
SDSU football players huddle during practice on Aug. 10, 2017.

Football recovering from chickenpox scare

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 24, 2017
A member of The Show, SDSU's famed student section, cheers during a basketball game in the 2016-17 season.

New student’s guide to SDSU athletics

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 23, 2017
SDSU redshirt sophomore cornerback Ron Smith participating in a drill during fall practice.

Smith will need to step up for SDSU football

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 16, 2017
SDSU senior running back Rashaad Penny runs a route during the team's practice at Miramar MCAS.

The future may be now for SDSU football

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 16, 2017
Aztec football players high-five children at their military appreciation event at MCAS Miramar.

Source: preseason pox outbreak larger than reported

by Zach Engberg and Jasmine Bermudez
August 14, 2017
SDSU freshman fullback Adam Eastwood blocks for freshmen running back Kaegun Williams during the team's practice at Miramar MCAS.

SDSU injury report: chickenpox, hamstring issues hamper Aztecs

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 13, 2017
Senior cornerback Kameron Kelly presenting a signed football to Major General Mark Wise.

Aztecs honor military at Miramar

by Zach Engberg, Sports Editor
August 11, 2017
Testing my comfort zone abroad

Testing my comfort zone abroad

by Zach Engberg, International Staff Writer
April 26, 2017
Senior guard Dakarai Allen puts up a floater in SDSU's 75-40 win over Alabama State.

Aztecs ride hot start to easy 73-41 win over Alabama State

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
December 13, 2016
Senior guard Dakarai Allen (4) walks away despondently after a play during the Aztecs' 74-63 loss to Arizona State.

Aztecs’ nonconference woes continue with 74-63 loss to Arizona State

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
December 10, 2016
Junior running back Rashaad Penny pushes off a Colorado State defender on his way to a first down run.

Aztecs avenge losses, defeat Wyoming 27-24 to take home MW title

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2016
Redshirt sophomore forward Zylan Cheatham (14) completes a transition dunk.

Shrigley, Cheatham ignite Aztecs in 100-67 win over Savannah State

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 28, 2016
Senior running back Donnel Pumphrey (19) is tackled in the backfield by a Colorado State defender.

Rams spoil senior night, hand SDSU a 63-31 loss

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 26, 2016
Redshirt sophomore forward Zylan Cheatham attacks the basket against University of San Diego.

Pope returns and leads SDSU to a 77-65 win over Berkeley

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 21, 2016
Junior wide receiver Quest Truxton returns a punt.

SDSU outdueled by Wyoming, 34-33

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 19, 2016
Redshirt sophomore forward Zylan Cheatham finishes a dunk in the Aztecs' 46-28 win over San Diego Christian.

SDSU gets back to winning ways with a 81-58 victory over San Diego Christian

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 16, 2016
Aztecs rush for a school-record 474 yards in 46-16 win over Nevada

Aztecs rush for a school-record 474 yards in 46-16 win over Nevada

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 12, 2016
Junior guard Trey Kell (3) stares down his defender, USD sophomore guard Olin Carter III.

Shorthanded Aztecs open 2016-17 season with a 69-59 win over USD

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 11, 2016
Sophomore linebacker Ronley Lakalaka (39) and junior safety Kameron Kelly (7) celebrate after Lakalaka's interception.

Aztecs complete first shutout in MW play with 55-0 win over Hawaii

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
November 5, 2016
Senior running back Donnel Pumphrey (19) flies by a diving SJSU defender, on his way to a rushing touchdown.

SDSU rushes for 400 yards in 40-13 victory over Utah State

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 28, 2016
San Diego State AD John David Wicker addresses the crowd at his introductory press conference.

John David Wicker named as SDSU’s Athletic Director

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2016
Exploring study abroad options after not meeting language requirements

Exploring study abroad options after not meeting language requirements

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 26, 2016
Junior running back Rashaad Penny scores his first of three touchdowns in the Aztecs' 42-3 win over San Jose State Univeristy.

Pumphrey and Penny help SDSU punish the Spartans, 42-3

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 21, 2016
Senior running back Donnel Pumphrey (19) evading UC Berkeley tacklers with the help of junior wide receiver Mikah Holder (6).

Pumphrey powers SDSU football past Fresno, 17-3

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 14, 2016
Damontae Kazee celebrates after the victory.

SDSU opens MW play with a dominating win over UNLV, 26-7

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 8, 2016
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Christian Chapman walks off the field after a failed play.

SDSU football falls to South Alabama 42-24

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
October 1, 2016
Senior running back Donnel Pumphrey during his record-breaking night against UCB.

Pumphrey Continues Dominance in SDSU’s 42-28 Win Over Northern Illinois

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
September 17, 2016
Pumphrey Runs Wild in the Aztecs' 45-40 Win Over Berkeley

Pumphrey Runs Wild in the Aztecs’ 45-40 Win Over Berkeley

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
September 10, 2016
Senior wide receiver Mikah Holder bolts past a New Hampshire defender in a game during the 2016 season.

Aztecs’ Passing Attack Shines in Opening Game Victory

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
September 3, 2016
Jim Sterk resigned from his position as the Athletic Director at SDSU on Monday. Photo taken from youtube.

SDSU Athletic Director Jim Sterk leaving for University of Missouri

by Zach Engberg, Assistant Sports Editor
August 8, 2016
SDSU baseball takes 13-9 loss, ensuring series sweep at hands of Nevada

SDSU baseball takes 13-9 loss, ensuring series sweep at hands of Nevada

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
May 1, 2016
SDSU baseball allows six-run second inning, loses series opener to Nevada

SDSU baseball allows six-run second inning, loses series opener to Nevada

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 29, 2016
SDSU baseball readies for key series against rival Nevada

SDSU baseball readies for key series against rival Nevada

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 28, 2016
SDSU baseball wins exciting game over New Mexico, 10-9

SDSU baseball wins exciting game over New Mexico, 10-9

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 24, 2016
SDSU baseball suffers through eight-run second inning on way to 13-7 loss to New Mexico

SDSU baseball suffers through eight-run second inning on way to 13-7 loss to New Mexico

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 23, 2016
SDSU baseball continues woes in 10-5 loss to MW rival New Mexico

SDSU baseball continues woes in 10-5 loss to MW rival New Mexico

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 22, 2016
SDSU baseball swept by No. 14 Texas Tech with 7-2 loss

SDSU baseball swept by No. 14 Texas Tech with 7-2 loss

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 17, 2016
SDSU baseball loses low-scoring affair to Texas Tech, 3-1

SDSU baseball loses low-scoring affair to Texas Tech, 3-1

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 15, 2016
Young SDSU baseball team struggles through spring break road trips

Young SDSU baseball team struggles through spring break road trips

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
April 6, 2016
SDSU Baseball allows seven in the fifth inning on way to 9-6 loss to Oregon State

SDSU Baseball allows seven in the fifth inning on way to 9-6 loss to Oregon State

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 29, 2016
Ninth inning home run gives SDSU Baseball 6-5 win over No. 6 Oregon State

Ninth inning home run gives SDSU Baseball 6-5 win over No. 6 Oregon State

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 28, 2016
Defensive miscues propel SDSU Baseball to 11-6 win over New Mexico

Defensive miscues propel SDSU Baseball to 11-6 win over New Mexico

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 26, 2016
SDSU Baseball falls apart in late innings on way to 4-2 loss to New Mexico

SDSU Baseball falls apart in late innings on way to 4-2 loss to New Mexico

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 25, 2016
SDSU Baseball loses to rival New Mexico, 5-3

SDSU Baseball loses to rival New Mexico, 5-3

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 24, 2016
What's on the horizon for SDSU men's basketball?

What’s on the horizon for SDSU men’s basketball?

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 23, 2016
UC Riverside uses late-game heroics to put away SDSU Baseball, 3-2

UC Riverside uses late-game heroics to put away SDSU Baseball, 3-2

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 22, 2016
Offenses dominate as SDSU baseball splits doubleheader with Northwestern

Offenses dominate as SDSU baseball splits doubleheader with Northwestern

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 12, 2016
SDSU Baseball finds offensive groove in 11-6 win over Northwestern

SDSU Baseball finds offensive groove in 11-6 win over Northwestern

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
March 10, 2016
SDSU baseball's woes continue in 6-0 loss to Kentucky

SDSU baseball’s woes continue in 6-0 loss to Kentucky

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 27, 2016
SDSU baseball loses opening matchup to cross-town rival USD, 9-6

SDSU baseball loses opening matchup to cross-town rival USD, 9-6

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 25, 2016
SDSU baseball drops third straight to University of Oregon, 4-3

SDSU baseball drops third straight to University of Oregon, 4-3

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 21, 2016
SDSU Baseball overpowered by Oregon in 10-5 loss

SDSU Baseball overpowered by Oregon in 10-5 loss

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 20, 2016
SDSU baseball suffers 8-2 loss to No. 14 Oregon in front of packed house for season opener

SDSU baseball suffers 8-2 loss to No. 14 Oregon in front of packed house for season opener

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 19, 2016
SDSU baseball beefing up schedule again as Mountain West titles continue to flow

SDSU baseball beefing up schedule again as Mountain West titles continue to flow

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 17, 2016
New pitching coach Peraza returns to SDSU baseball after 14 years away

New pitching coach Peraza returns to SDSU baseball after 14 years away

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
February 10, 2016
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Christian Chapman had a career night in the 31-0 opening game victory.

Monday Morning Quarterback: Chapman gives SDSU bright hope for future

by Zach Engberg, Staff Coulmnist
December 7, 2015
Monday Morning Quarterback: Senior class has a chance for greatness

Monday Morning Quarterback: Senior class has a chance for greatness

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
November 30, 2015
Monday Morning Quarterback: SDSU making case for top 25

Monday Morning Quarterback: SDSU making case for top 25

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
November 23, 2015
Monday Morning Quarterback: SDSU defense historically good

Monday Morning Quarterback: SDSU defense historically good

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
November 15, 2015
SDSU women's basketball's Greenhouse brings grit to Aztecs

SDSU women’s basketball’s Greenhouse brings grit to Aztecs

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
November 4, 2015
Monday Morning QB: SDSU shows resiliency against Colorado State

Monday Morning QB: SDSU shows resiliency against Colorado State

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
November 2, 2015
Monday Morning Quarterback: Forcing turnovers fueling SDSU's rise to 'Best in West'

Monday Morning Quarterback: Forcing turnovers fueling SDSU’s rise to ‘Best in West’

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
October 26, 2015
Notebook: Historic first half pushes San Diego State to victory

Notebook: Historic first half pushes San Diego State to victory

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
October 23, 2015
Marching Aztecs strive toward perfection with busy schedule

Marching Aztecs strive toward perfection with busy schedule

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
October 21, 2015
Monday Morning QB: Why did SDSU use an injured Pumphrey late against Hawaii?

Monday Morning QB: Why did SDSU use an injured Pumphrey late against Hawaii?

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
October 12, 2015
Pumphrey's injury opens door for other capable running backs

Pumphrey’s injury opens door for other capable running backs

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
October 5, 2015
#AztecFB practice report: Long not overlooking toothless Bulldogs

#AztecFB practice report: Long not overlooking toothless Bulldogs

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
September 29, 2015
SDSU football continues to implode before halftime

SDSU football continues to implode before halftime

by Zach Engberg, Staff Coulumnist
September 28, 2015
SDSU's special teams was only thing 'special' against South Alabama

SDSU’s special teams was only thing ‘special’ against South Alabama

by Zach Engberg, Staff Coulumnist
September 21, 2015
SDSU football has itself a little quarterback controversy

SDSU football has itself a little quarterback controversy

by Zach Engberg, Staff Columnist
September 14, 2015
New jerseys give historic taste to SDSU football

New jerseys give historic taste to SDSU football

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
September 9, 2015
SDSU football alumni find scarce playing time in NFL

SDSU football alumni find scarce playing time in NFL

by Zach Engberg, Staff Writer
September 9, 2015
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