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
Cristian Alvarez

Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer

Cristian Alvarez is a sixth-year journalism student at SDSU. Currently, Cristian is in his second year at The Daily Aztec. Through his passion for many sports, he has covered a variety of teams but most notably men’s soccer, women’s lacrosse and women’s basketball. A devoted fan of the UFC, Manchester United, San Diego Padres, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Chargers and Vegas Golden Knights, Cristian takes pleasure in attending sporting events while getting to unfold the stories in between the lines. Follow him on Twitter for the latest updates @AlvarezTheViper.

All content by Cristian Alvarez
Then-senior guard Taylor Kalmer looks towards the court during the Aztecs' 75-74 win over New Mexico on Jan. 29 at Viejas Arena.

Column: Taylor Kalmer’s ambition goes beyond the basketball court

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
May 21, 2020
Senior Farewell: Cristian Alvarez

Senior Farewell: Cristian Alvarez

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
May 15, 2020
Senior goalkeeper Katy Sharretts is the Aztecs' all-time leader in saves (413).

Sharretts cements legacy as best goalkeeper in program history

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
April 19, 2020
Junior guard Téa Adams drives to the hoop during the Aztecs' 65-60 loss to Fresno State on Jan. 15 at Viejas Arena.

Looking back at the 2019-20 women’s basketball season

by Breven Honda and Cristian Alvarez
April 11, 2020
Head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson instructs her team during the Aztecs' 51-49 loss to Air Force on Feb. 8 at Viejas Arena.

Stacie Terry-Hutson signs contract extension through 2024

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Senior midfielder Morgan Taylor heaves the ball upfield during the Aztecs' 19-18 win over Arizona State on Feb. 20 at Aztec Lacrosse Field.

Lacrosse reacts to season cancellation, new spring sports ruling

by Cristian Alvarez and Devin Whatley
April 2, 2020
San Diego State women's basketball assistant coach Ciara Carl instructs kids during an Unchained event.

Women’s basketball coach assisting off the court, starts nonprofit to give back

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
March 19, 2020
Aztecs assistant coach David Velasquez (middle) puts his head down in disappointment during the Aztecs' 59-56 loss to Utah State on March 11 at the Thomas and Mack Center.

Aztecs will play first NCAA tournament game without fans due to coronavirus

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
March 11, 2020
Junior guard Malachi Flynn claps his hands after a play during the Aztecs' 66-63 loss to UNLV on Feb. 22 at Viejas Arena.

3 things to know about Aztecs’ quarterfinal opponent Air Force

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
Senior guard Taylor Kalmer looks to pull up for a jumper during the Aztecs against Utah State on March 1 in the first round of the 2020 Mountain West Championships in Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas.

San Diego State’s season ends in overtime heartbreaker against Utah State

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
March 2, 2020
Junior guard Téa Adams looks for an open teammate during the Aztecs' 51-49 loss to Air Force on Feb. 8 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball poised for run in conference tournament

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
March 1, 2020
Senior guard Taylor Kalmer attacks the Nevada defense during the Aztecs' 81-68 victory on Feb. 27 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs take down Nevada, close out regular season with consecutive wins

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Senior forward Monique Terry fires a 3-pointer over a Boise State defender during the Aztecs' 69-67 overtime loss on Feb. 15 at Viejas Arena.

‘Mo money, mo problems’ for opposition

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
February 19, 2020
Senior guard Taylor Kalmer goes pass the Air Force defender for a layup. Kalmer has had 19 straight double-digit scoring games – the longest streak by an Aztec in the Mountain West era (since 1999).

Aztecs fall in closing seconds on game-winning shot by Air Force

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
February 8, 2020
Then-freshman Julia Sheehan goes for the ball during the Aztecs' 15-9 loss to UC Davis at the Aztec Lacrosse Field on April 8, 2018.

Lacrosse guns for three-peat in 2020

by Cristian Alvarez, Senior Staff Writer
February 5, 2020

[Video] The Daily Aztec Live — January 31, 2019

by Jack Molmud, Live producer
February 1, 2020
Senior center Zayn Dornstauder honors Kobe Bryant by writing on her sneakers “Mamba Mentality.”

Aztecs pay tribute following the death of Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
February 1, 2020

[Video] Leonard to return to SDSU for jersey retirement ceremony

by Michael Cline, Assistant News Editor
January 29, 2020
Aztecs senior guard Taylor Kalmer looks to drive into the paint during SDSU's exhibition against Regina on Oct. 27, 2019 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball gets back in the win column against UNLV

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 28, 2020
Ryan Hopkins was on a coaching staff at Virginia that made the national championship game in 2019.

Men’s soccer hires Ryan Hopkins as head coach

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
Senior guard Taylor Kalmer dribbles the ball up the floor during the Aztecs’ 65-60 loss to Fresno State on Jan. 15 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball loses nail-biter in Reno

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 18, 2020
Sophomore guard Sophia Ramos goes up for a contest layup during the Aztecs' 65-60 loss to Fresno State on Jan. 15 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball comes up short against Fresno State

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 16, 2020
Aztecs' senior Fabian Roensdorf attempts to hit the ball past his opponent against Oklahoma State on Jan. 12 at the Aztec Tennis Center.

Men’s tennis swept by No. 15 Oklahoma State in spring opener

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 15, 2020
Senior guard Taylor Kalmer follows through on a jump shot during the Aztecs’ 55-45 win over Cal State Fullerton on Nov. 17, 2019 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs hold off Utah State, earn second Mountain West win

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 4, 2020
Sophomore guard Sophia Ramos calls a play during the Aztecs’ 55-45 win over Cal State Fullerton on Nov. 17 at Viejas Arena.

Sophia Ramos returns home after career-high showing against California Baptist

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
December 21, 2019
SDSU Athletics Director John David Wicker.

Athletic director: Longtime men’s soccer head coach will not return next season

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019
Junior guard Téa Adams goes up for a contested layup during the Aztecs' 55-45 victory over Cal State Fullerton on Nov. 17 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs drop post-Thanksgiving game to Arkansas State

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
December 3, 2019
Freshman midfielder Blake Bowen pushes the ball up the field during the Aztecs' 1-0 loss to UCLA on Nov. 16 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer drops final home game in 1-0 loss to UCLA

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
SDSU sophomore guard Sophia Ramos contests a shot during the Aztecs' 77-56 victory over Westcliff University on Nov. 12 at Grossmont College. The game was moved from Viejas Arena to Grossmont College due to the campus-wide power outage that occurred that day.

Aztecs defeat Westcliff, due to campus-wide power outage, at Grossmont College to improve to 2-1

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
Sophomore guard Sophia Ramos attempts to shrug off the Alabama A&M defender during the Aztecs' 61-53 loss on Nov. 14 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs’ cut 24-point deficit to five but fall to Alabama A&M

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
Junior guard Téa Adams looks to attack the Towson defense during the Aztecs' 80-72 victory over the Tigers on Nov. 9 at Viejas Arena.

Aztecs surge with second half comeback, prevail over Towson in home opener

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 9, 2019
Then-freshman guard Sophia Ramos looks to drive the ball down the lane in the Aztecs’ 87-81 loss to Fresno State last season on Jan. 23 at Viejas Arena.

Sophia Ramos heads into year two after strong freshman campaign

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
Aztecs senior guard Taylor Kalmer looks to drive into the paint during SDSU's exhibition against Regina on Oct. 27, 2019 at Viejas Arena.

Transfer guard Taylor Kalmer brings winning experience to the Mesa

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
Senior defender Miles Stray heads the ball during the Aztecs' 1-0 loss to Oregon State on Oct. 24 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Aztecs drop fifth straight match following loss to Oregon State

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 24, 2019
Senior midfielder AJ Valenzuela attempts to get past the Golden Bears defenders during the Aztecs' 4-0 loss to California on Oct. 10 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Column: Finishing opportunities to score are a growing concern for men’s soccer

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
Freshman midfielder Blake Bowen attempts to get past two Stanford defenders during the Aztecs’ 1-0 loss to the Cardinal on Oct. 13 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer edged by No. 7 Stanford 1-0 in defensive battle

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
Junior midfielder Keegan Kelly dribbles the ball up the field during the Aztecs’ 3-2 loss against the Detroit Mercy Tigers on Sept. 9 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Keegan Kelly’s resilience fuels comeback after multiple devastating injuries

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 25, 2019
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.

SDSU drops finale of Courtyard San Diego Central Aztec Soccer Classic

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 8, 2019
Junior midfielder Hampus Bergdahl attempts to kick the ball around a Stanford defender during the Aztecs 2-0 loss to the Cardinal on Nov. 4 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer downs Belmont, 2-1, to kick off Courtyard San Diego Central Aztec Soccer Classic

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 6, 2019
Then-sophomore midfielder Tevenn Roux dribbles the ball between two Army players during the Aztecs 2-1 loss to Army on Sept. 1, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer drops season opener, 3-2, against crosstown foe USD

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
August 30, 2019
Damian German fights for the ball during the Aztecs' 2-0 loss to UC Berkeley on Nov. 4, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer draws 1-1 against UCSD in exhibition

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
August 29, 2019
Junior midfeidler Emil Kjellker celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal in overtime of the Aztecs' 2-1 victory over UC Irvine on Sept. 9, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer poised for big 2019 campaign, open season against USD

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
August 13, 2019
Redshirt-freshman midfielder Reagan Sherlock (left) celebrates with junior midfielder Spencer Madden (middle) and senior forward Damian German (right) during the Aztecs 2-0 victory over Brown on Sept. 15 at the SDSU Sports Deck. German had two goals during the match.

Men’s soccer lands twelfth-best recruiting class in nation

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
May 8, 2019
Senior designated hitter Chad Bible prepares to bat during the Aztecs 9-8 loss to San Francisco on Feb. 16 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Baseball wins back-and-forth battle against San Jose Staté, earns series victory

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
May 5, 2019
Senior midfielder Harlowe Steele takes on the USC defender during the Aztecs' 20-16 loss to the Trojans on Feb. 22 at the Aztec Lacrosse Field.

Harlowe Steele caps off career as one of all-time greats in Aztec history

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
May 3, 2019
Lacrosse triumphs UC Davis to win second straight MPSF championship

Lacrosse triumphs UC Davis to win second straight MPSF championship

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
May 1, 2019
Junior midfielder Marissa Macrae (10) shrugs off Fresno State junior midfielder Kayla Galet (4) during the Aztecs’ 16-15 victory over the Bulldogs on April 20 at the SDSU Lacrosse Field.

Lacrosse defeats Fresno State, advances to MPSF championship

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
April 27, 2019
Junior midfielder Marissa Macrae (10) shrugs off Fresno State junior midfielder Kayla Galet (4) during the Aztecs’ 16-15 victory over the Bulldogs on April 20 at the SDSU Lacrosse Field.

Lacrosse ends six-game losing streak with victory over Fresno State

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
April 24, 2019
Junior midfielder Taylor Sullivan handles the ball during the Aztecs 15-14 victory over Vanderbilt on March 8 at the SDSU Lacrosse Field.

Taylor Sullivan named MPSF Defensive Player of the Week

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
March 21, 2019
Sophomore midfielder Bailey Brown takes a shot during the Aztecs 15-14 victory over Vanderbilt on March 8 at the SDSU Lacrosse Field.

SDSU lacrosse extends streak with 20-8 victory over Bucknell

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
March 15, 2019
Midfielder Grace McGinity looks down the field during the Aztecs' 20-16 loss on Feb. 22 at the Aztec Lacrosse Field.

Lacrosse extends streak with 13-6 win over Lehigh

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
March 10, 2019
Sophomore midfielder Bailey Brown takes a shot during the Aztecs 15-14 victory over Vanderbilt on March 8 at the SDSU Lacrosse Field.

Lacrosse outlasts Vanderbilt, 15-14, in double-overtime thriller

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
March 9, 2019
Midfielder Grace McGinity looks down the field during the Aztecs' 20-16 loss on Feb. 22 at the Aztec Lacrosse Field.

SDSU comeback attempt falls short in 20-16 loss to USC

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
February 23, 2019

Aztecs defeat Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, 20-6, in exhibition match

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019

Social media is seriously ruining our relationships

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
January 30, 2019
Damian German fights for the ball during the Aztecs' 2-0 loss to UC Berkeley on Nov. 4, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Aztecs drop 2-0 contest to Cal in final home match

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 4, 2018
Redshirt senior goalkeeper Cameron Hogg during the Aztecs 2-0 loss to Stanford on Nov. 1 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Senior goalkeeper coming up clutch for the Aztecs

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
November 3, 2018
Then-junior midfielder Pablo Pelaez lines up for a kick during the Aztecs 2-1 victory over UNLV on Sept. 24, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer earns bragging rights against USD with 2-0 victory

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 19, 2018
SDSU junior midfielder AJ Valenzuela and UCLA sophomore defender Eric Iloski chase down the ball during UCLA's 2-1 victory over the Aztecs on Oct. 13 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

SDSU falls to UCLA in overtime thriller

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 13, 2018
Senior forward Damian German dribbles the ball during the Aztecs 2-0 victory over Brown University on Sept. 14 at the SDSU Sports Deck. German had two goals in the game.

Aztecs shut out Oregon State for first conference win

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
October 4, 2018
Redshirt junior midfielder Pablo Pelaez chases after the ball during the Aztecs 2-1 victory over UC Irvine on Sept. 9 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Pelaez leads the charge on the pitch for men’s soccer

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018

It’s the tough times that truly make us stronger

by Cristian Alvarez, Contributor
September 19, 2018
Redshirt-freshman midfielder Reagan Sherlock (left) celebrates with junior midfielder Spencer Madden (middle) and senior forward Damian German (right) during the Aztecs 2-0 victory over Brown on Sept. 15 at the SDSU Sports Deck. German had two goals during the match.

Aztecs defeat Brown, 2-0, for third straight victory

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 15, 2018
The referee shows SDSU a yellow card during the Aztecs 2-1 victory over UC Irvine on Sept. 9 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Column: Four yellow cards too many for Aztecs against UC Irvine

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 10, 2018
Redshirt sophomore midfielder Keegan Kelly attempts to maintain possession of the ball during the Aztecs 2-1 victory over LIU Brooklyn on Sept. 7 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Aztecs enter win column with 2-1 victory over LIU Brooklyn

by Cristian Alvarez, Staff Writer
September 8, 2018
Then-sophomore midfielder Tevenn Roux dribbles the ball between two Army players during the Aztecs 2-1 loss to Army on Sept. 1, 2018 at the SDSU Sports Deck.

Men’s soccer loses home opener, 2-1, against Army West Point

by Cristian Alvarez, Contributor
September 2, 2018
Senior utility player Lizzy Bilz holds the ball during the Aztecs 11-9 victory over Fresno State at the Aztec Aquaplex on April 8.

Water polo holds off Fresno State, 11-9, on Senior Day

by Cristian Alvarez, Contributor
April 9, 2018
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