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Then-sophomore running back Chance Bell carries the ball during the Aztecs’ 17-13 loss to the Wolf Pack on Nov. 9, 2019 at SDCCU Stadium.

Three observations: Aztecs’ MWC championship hopes in doubt following loss to Nevada

by Luis Lopez, Assistant Sports Editor // November 21, 2020

San Diego State football lost to the Nevada Wolf Pack 26-21 on Saturday afternoon. The Aztecs have (3-2) now lost two of their last three games and are...

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.

Esta semana en deportes: Malachi Flynn elegido en la primera ronda, el regreso de básquetbol, y el fútbol americano se prepara a enfrentar a la Univesidad de Nevada

by Daniel Guerrero, Editor de Mundo Azteca // November 20, 2020

Desde la cancha de básquetbol hasta el campo de fútbol americano, los deportes de la Universidad Estatal de San Diego han regresado al foco. El martes...

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

by Kyle Betz, Sports Editor // November 17, 2020

San Diego State men’s basketball announced its 2020-21 season schedule Tuesday – just eight days before the team tips off its first game. An initial...

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

Almost a year after stealing a trip to the Mountain West Conference championship from San Diego State football, the University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors...

Then-sophomore running back Kaegun Williams carries the ball during the Aztecs' 48-11 win over Central Michigan on Dec. 21, 2019 at the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Aztecs look to take strides in 2020 with new offense in place

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer // October 21, 2020

The 2020 San Diego State football team is not only playing in a new stadium, but they have a new offensive scheme with a new offensive coordinator. Former...

Los deportes del estado de San Diego, incluido el fútbol y el básquetbol masculino y femenine, regresarán durante la pandemia, pero lo harán sin fanáticos.

Columna: Los deportes de SDSU finalmente regresaron, pero no hay que olvidarnos de la pandemia en curso

by Daniel Guerrero, Editor de Mundo Azteca // October 3, 2020

El anuncio que todos los aficionados de los deportes de la Universidad Estatal de San Diego estaban esperando. Ya regreso a los deportes. Después...

San Diego State water polo announced the signing of Racquel de Pinho on Aug. 28. de Pinho competed with the Brazilian National Team in 2017.

Water polo signs former Brazilian National Team goalkeeper

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer // September 1, 2020

During the 2020 San Diego State water polo season, the battle for position time at goalkeeper was mostly between then-junior Jordann Heimback and then-freshman...

San Diego State volleyball then-sophomore outside hitter Victoria O'Sullivan elevates to spike the ball during the Aztecs' 3-2 win over San Jose State on Sept. 26, 2019 at Peterson Gym.

Volleyball learns to deal with season postponement, improve team dynamics

by Megan Oytas, Staff Writer // September 1, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the U.S., the Mountain West Conference announced the postponement of fall sports indefinitely. San Diego...

Former TCU guard Alex Crain shoots the ball over a defender.

Women’s basketball acquires graduate transfer from TCU

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer // August 14, 2020

San Diego State women’s basketball head coach Stacie Terry-Hutson announced the graduate transfer signing of guard Alex Crain, who is eligible to play...

Then-junior Asia Smith was one of five Aztecs to receive All-America honors for the 2019-2020 indoor season.

Q&A: Asia Smith reacts to outdoor season cancellation, All-American recognition

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer // July 29, 2020

The 2019-2020 track and field season for San Diego State ended abruptly due to COVID-19. For senior pentathlete Asia Smith, she was ready to compete...

Brady Hoke poses in front of the media after being introduced as San Diego State football's head coach on Jan. 8.

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

by Kyle Betz, Sports Editor // July 21, 2020

On Tuesday, San Diego State football had its first formal press conference since the COVID-19 pandemic began. While all of the team’s past press conferences...

Then-sophomore outside hitter Victoria O'Sullivan prepares to spike the ball during the Aztecs' 3-1 win over UNLV on Oct. 3 at Peterson Gym.

Q&A: Victoria O’Sullivan discusses unique offseason, new coaching staff

by Breven Honda, Senior Staff Writer // July 15, 2020

The offseason for San Diego State volleyball was already abnormal with the hiring of new head coach Brent Hilliard seven months ago. Things only got stranger....