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San Diego State University’s Independent Student Newspaper Since 1913

The Daily Aztec
Andrew Finley

Andrew Finley, '21-22 Assistant Sports Editor

Andrew Finley is 22 years old and was born and raised in Ramona, Calif. where he resides today. He is a junior who transferred from Grossmont College in fall 2020 with an associate's degree in journalism. During that time, Finley was an assistant football coach for his alma mater Ramona High School. He was hired straight out of high school as the youngest assistant coach on the staff. Finley is now an undergraduate journalism student with aspirations of being a professional sports reporter/analyst once he graduates.

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Senior Farewell: Andrew Finley

Senior Farewell: Andrew Finley

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
May 4, 2022
Pastor Miles McPherson teaches The Third Option which places value in the importance of cultural diversity.

Miles McPherson offers a ‘Third Option’

by Andrew Finley and Trinity Bland
April 6, 2022
Sophomore Jillian Cellis at the plate during SDSUs 3-1 victory over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders on Feb. 19.

SDSU Softball sweeps first conference opponents of 2022

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
March 25, 2022
Senior Alexa Schultz heading back to the dugout after scoring a run for the Aztecs against Army.

Softball falls to BYU in extra innings

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
March 4, 2022
Jessica Cordola gets greeted by three of her teammates at home plate after hitting a three-run homerun against Army.

SDSU softball heroics against USD, Campell/Cartier Classic recap

by Andrew Finley and Nick Coppo
March 3, 2022

[Video] San Diego State Aztec football alums coach ‘The Bulldogs’

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2022
The Aztecs will host the seventh annual Tony Gwynn Invitational in 2022.

[Photo] Aztec Baseball opens season in Scottsdale for MLB4 Tournament

by Jenna Meyer, Senior Staff Writer
February 4, 2022
The SDSU Swim and Dive Team form a tunnel for one of their players.

Swim and dive continue win streak on senior day

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
February 2, 2022

New Mexico has case of the Mondays as Aztecs rebound in 72-47 victory

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
February 1, 2022
SDSUs student section, The Show, had some fun poking fun at cross-town rivals UCSD when they came to Viejas Arena.

Men’s basketball defeats UCSD, prepares for COVID resurgence

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
December 24, 2021
Senior forward Joshua Tomaic sinks a shot from the three-point line in SDSUs win over Cal State Fullerton

Men’s basketball defeats Fullerton to get 14th straight home win

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
December 12, 2021
Freshman wide receiver Mekhi Shaw in disbelief after dropping a touchdown pass.

Three Observations: Aztecs lose big in Mountain West Conference Championship

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
December 9, 2021
SDSUs defense shut out Boise State in the second half, recording four sacks, and three total interceptions in the Aztecs 27-16 victory.

Aztecs defeat Boise State, punch ticket to Mountain West Conference Championship

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
November 29, 2021
SDSU prepares to take the field in a game against Nevada on Nov. 13

[Photo] Aztecs get a gritty victory over UNLV as the “Passin” Rebels put up nearly 400 yards of offense.

by Austin Tarke, Staff Writer
November 23, 2021
SDSU prepares to run out of the tunnel in their pivotal game against Nevada on Nov. 13

[Photo] Aztecs head to Vegas to take on surging UNLV

by James Salazar, Staff Writer
November 19, 2021
Daniel Bellinger (88) celebrates with his teammates after a first quarter touchdown catch.

[Photo] Late game heroics from Matt Araiza lift Aztecs over Nevada 23-21

by Adam Correa, Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
Senior Jalil Lecky strikes a pose during the game against Air Force.

[Photo] No. 21 takes on Fresno State Bulldogs in the Battle For the Old Oil Can

by James Salazar, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
Senior defensive back Tayler Hawkins (9) and senior safety Trenton Thompson (18) having a discussion with the referee against Air Force.

No. 22 Aztecs with historical 20-14 win against Air Force

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
October 25, 2021
Tony Gwynn Stadium is the home of San Diego State baseball and will host the Mountain West Conference tournament this season

[Photo] Aztec Baseball takes a swing at a full schedule after COVID-19

by Jenna Meyer, Senior Staff Writer
October 12, 2021
Aztecs fans filled the seats at Dignity Health Sports Park for the Aztecs matchup against Utah

[Photo] Column: Aztec fans pack the stands for the second Pac-12 win of the season

by Jenna Meyer, Senior Staff Writer
September 25, 2021
Linebackers Segun Olubi and Caden McDonald celebrate with defensive back Tayler Hawkins after a third quarter interception.

[Photo] Aztecs outlast the Utes 33-31 in overtime thriller

by Nick Coppo, Staff Writer
September 20, 2021
Credit: Derrick Tuskan/SDSU

San Diego State 2021 Season Preview

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
September 1, 2021
Credit: Derrick Tuskan/SDSU

Aztecs open season against New Mexico State at Dignity Health Sports Park

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
September 1, 2021
Credit: Derrick Tuskan

Three adjustments SDSU football can make for the 2021 season

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
August 31, 2021
Courtesy of Derrick Tuskan/SDSU

Women’s Basketball announces 2021-2022 schedule

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
August 25, 2021
Courtesy of UT San Diego/AP

Six Aztecs compete in 2020 Tokyo Olympics

by Jason Freund and Andrew Finley
August 13, 2021

Construction crews put symbolic final steel beam into Aztec Stadium

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
July 18, 2021
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 Aztecs Athletics.

Spear Sports Report: NCAA NIL rule now allows student athletes to create revenue

by Andrew Finley and Nick Coppo
July 7, 2021
Football announces television schedule for their upcoming season

Football announces television schedule for their upcoming season

by Andrew Finley, Assistant Sports Editor
May 26, 2021
San Diego State football senior quarterback Lucas Johnson throws a pass during the Aztecs annual spring game on April 30, 2021 at the SDSU football practice field next to the Sports Deck.

Defense dominates in football’s annual spring game

by Andrew Finley, Senior Staff Writer
May 3, 2021
San Diego State football head coach Brady Hoke speaks in front of the media on April 20, 2021 to provide an update on spring practices.

Spring ball update: Upperclassmen show leadership, Aztecs receive COVID-19 vaccine

by Andrew Finley, Senior Staff Writer
April 27, 2021
San Diego State football head coach Brady Hoke spoke with the media on April 13, 2021.

Three observations: Aztecs’ spring ball in full swing

by Andrew Finley and Jason Freund
April 16, 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.

Football spring practices postponed due to contact tracing concerns

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
March 23, 2021
San Diego State baseball redshirt sophomore outfielder Jaden Fein finishes his follow-through on a swing during the Aztecs series against San Diego on Feb. 19-21, 2021.

Three observations: Baseball wins weekend series over UNLV

by Andrew Finley and Jason Freund
March 17, 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.

Football reveals schedule for 2021 season

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
March 5, 2021
Then-Western Kentucky offensive line coach Mike Goff coaches a group of Hilltopper linemen.

Football adds Goff as offensive line coach

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
March 1, 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

by Kyle Betz and Andrew Finley
February 23, 2021
Then-freshman infielder Brian Leonhardt steps on home plate to score a run during the Aztecs 9-8 loss to San Francisco on Feb. 16, 2019 at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Aztecs win five-hour slugfest in walk-off fashion

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
February 21, 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.

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

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
February 16, 2021
Junior forward Ivvana Murillo drives towards the basket during the Aztecs 84-48 loss to New Mexico on Feb. 3 at Viejas Arena.

Women’s basketball fails to keep up with New Mexico’s explosive offense

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
February 4, 2021
Freshman guard Lamont Butler attempts a layup during the first half of the Aztecs 87-57 win over Wyoming on Jan. 28 at Viejas Arena.

Men’s basketball’s explosive first half leads to record-breaking performance over Wyoming

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
January 29, 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.

Football update: Quarterbacks, tight end entering transfer portal

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
January 27, 2021
Senior guard Jordan Schakel attempts to dribble around a defender during the Aztecs‘ 65-60 win over Nevada on Jan. 7 at Viejas Arena.

Three observations: Men’s basketball wins 65-60 nail-biter over Nevada

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
January 8, 2021
Senior guard Jordan Schakel follows through on a 3-point attempt during the Aztecs 78-65 win over Colorado State on Jan. 4 at Viejas Arena.

Schakel has a career night as men’s basketball rebounds versus Colorado State

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
January 4, 2021
Then-sophomore running back Jordan Byrd carries the ball during the Aztecs 13-3 win over Brigham Young on Nov. 30, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

Football to finish regular season slate at No. 18 Brigham Young

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
Brigham Young then-sophomore quarterback Zach Wilson is sacked by San Diego State then-senior linebacker Troy Cassidy (right) and then-sophomore linebacker Seyddrick Lakalaka during the Aztecs 13-3 win over the Cougars on Nov. 30, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

Column: Is Brigham Young football actually good?

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Senior linebacker Segun Olubi (right) celebrates with junior long snapper Jacob Raab after Olubi returned an interception for a touchdown during the Aztecs 34-10 win over Hawaii on Nov. 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Football looks to rebound from losing streak at home against Colorado State

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
December 5, 2020
The SDSU football team looks to take the field before the Aztecs’ 34-10 win over Hawaii on Nov. 14 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

Football takes on first non-conference opponent of season in Colorado

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
November 27, 2020
Then-freshman defensive lineman Cam Thomas and then-junior defensive back Tariq Thompson surround Nevada then-freshman quarterback Carson Strong for a sack during the Aztecs 17-13 loss to the Wolf Pack on Nov. 9, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

Football travels to Reno to take on the undefeated Wolf Pack

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
November 20, 2020
Junior tight end Daniel Bellinger catches a pass during the Aztecs’ 28-17 loss to San José State on Nov. 6 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

Football looks to return to winning ways against Hawaii

by Andrew Finley, Staff Writer
November 13, 2020
SDSU then-junior safety Tariq Thompson tackles San José State then-freshman running back Kairee Robinson during the Aztecs’ 27-17 victory over the Spartans on Oct. 19, 2019 at CEFCU Stadium. The win improved the Aztecs record to 6-1.

Aztecs return to Carson for matchup against high-scoring San José State offense

by Andrew Finley, Contributor
November 6, 2020
Sophomore quarterback Carson Baker attempts to escape a defender during the Aztecs 34-6 win over UNLV on Oct. 24 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif.

Football travels to Logan to take on Utah State

by Andrew Finley, Contributor
October 29, 2020
Then-junior running back Chase Jasmin celebrates in the end zone by holding the ball in the air after scoring a touchdown during the Aztecs 48-11 win over Central Michigan on Dec. 21, 2019 at the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Column: With shortened season, Aztecs poised to make run at conference championship

by Andrew Finley, Contributor
October 17, 2020
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