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All content by Claire Partain

Language of the Unheard: Climate Change

Gabriella Ybarra, Molly Gonzales, Claire Partain, and Ziek Sanchez
November 9, 2020
Texas State senior Justin Botello finished second in the Naimadu Classic Oct. 17 with a final time of 24:29.90.

Cross country suits up for Halloween championship meet

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2020
Texas State junior setter Emily DeWalt (17) sets the ball for a teammate during a game against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 3-0 against the Trojans.

Bobcat volleyball defeats Little Rock 3-0, claims weekend sweep

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2020
Texas State junior outside hitter Janell Fitzgerald (16) and junior middle blocker Jillian Slaughter (8) jump to tap the ball over the net, Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, at Strahan Arena. Texas State beat the University of Louisiana at Monroe 3-0 (25-13, 25-16, 25-18).

No. 15 Bobcats look to increase win streak against Little Rock

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
October 21, 2020

Volleyball increases win streak in sweep against Louisiana at Lafayette

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2020
University of Louisiana junior forward Skyla Sykes (2) works to control the ball against Texas State junior midfielder/forward Ally Kewish (12), Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at the Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcat soccer falls short to Ragin’ Cajuns

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
October 4, 2020
Texas State junior setter Emily DeWalt (17), junior middle blocker Jillian Slaughter (8) and senior middle blocker Tyeranee Scott (3) hold their arms up in the Texas State symbol while the Alma Mater plays. The team won a game against the University of Louisiana at Monroe, Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, at Strahan Arena. Texas State won 3-0 (25-14, 25-16, 25-14).

Volleyball kicks off conference with two straight sweeps

Claire Partain, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2020
Texas State sophomore outside hitter Caitlan Buettner (10) and sophomore middle blocker Tessa Marshall (5) reach to block the ball during the game against UTEP, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State splits back-to-back games against UTEP

Claire Partain
September 12, 2020
Forward Kaylee Davis keeps the ball away from McNeese and looks to pass the ball to her teammate in the Sept. 15 game at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Former soccer player goes pro for first time in program history

Claire Partain
July 24, 2020
Tyeranee Scott (left) and her friend Cameron Flores (right) attended a protest in Houston, Texas in which the family of George Floyd spoke to the crowd.

Athletes voice their support for the Black Lives Matter movement

Claire Partain
July 8, 2020
Texas State senior guard Nijal Pearson attempts a free throw during the fourth quarter of a basketball game vs. UTA, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at Strahan Coliseum. (Jaden Edison)

Nijal Pearson prepares for unknown after signing abroad

Claire Partain
May 18, 2020
Texas State senior guard Nijal Pearson pushes past Georgia State freshman forward Jalen Thomas for a layup, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020, at Strahan Arena.

Pearson goes pro with Chorale Roanne

Claire Partain
May 6, 2020
Linebacker Frankie Griffin celebrates his last senior home game Nov. 16 at Bobcat Stadium.

Bobcats sign NFL contracts

Claire Partain
April 29, 2020
Photo credit: Kate Connors

Recreation Center begins online classes for at-home fitness

Claire Partain
April 14, 2020
The Texas State softball team rushes to home plate to congratulate teammate Christiana McDowell for hitting a home run in the sixth inning against Saint Louis, Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. Photo credit: Kate Connors

Softball looks ahead after the coronavirus cuts season short

Claire Partain
March 30, 2020
Texas State seniors Nijal Pearson and Eric Terry pose for a photo with their families during the players’ senior night, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 at Strahan Arena.

COVID-19 outbreak halts seniors’ historic seasons

Claire Partain and Cade Andrews
March 22, 2020
Novel coronavirus image courtesy of the Centers for Disease control

Texas State spring sports cut short after Sun Belt cancels seasons

Claire Partain
March 16, 2020
Novel coronavirus image courtesy of the Centers for Disease control

Sun Belt Tournament canceled due to coronavirus concerns

Andrew Zimmel and Claire Partain
March 12, 2020
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues, Ep. 35

Claire Partain, Colton Mcwilliams, and Cade Andrews
March 7, 2020
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(Video) Star Rundown: Elected women of Hays County, inclusive coloring books and basketball on ESPN2

Laura Figi, Laura Nunez, Claire Partain, and Haley Brand
March 5, 2020
After a clock issue caused a redo in the 60-meter dash, sophomore Sadi Giles wins again with a school record of 7.38 on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020.

Sprinter earns co-women’s top scorer, breaks school record

Claire Partain
March 3, 2020
Junior infielder Wesley Faison steps up to bat against Rice on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Bobcats overcome Houston for first road series win

Damien Bartonek and Claire Partain
March 1, 2020
The Texas State softball team rushes to home plate to congratulate teammate Christiana McDowell for hitting a home run in the sixth inning against Saint Louis, Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. Photo credit: Kate Connors

Bobcats knock down No. 17 Minnesota, Tulsa at Baylor Invitational

Claire Partain
February 26, 2020
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues, Ep. 33

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
February 20, 2020
The Texas State baseball team finished the 2019 season with an overall record of 36-20. The Bobcats’ season concluded with two losses in the Sun Belt Conference Championship Tournament- one to ULM and the other to Coastal Carolina.

Bobcat baseball opens season on Valentine’s Day weekend

Claire Partain
February 13, 2020
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues, Ep. 32

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
February 12, 2020
Graduate student Julian Olivas cleared the high jump bar and placed in the top 25 of the NCAA Division 1 heptathlon event on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Track and field earns 20 top Sun Belt marks before championships

Claire Partain
February 10, 2020
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues, Ep. 31

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
February 7, 2020
Head football coach Jake Spavital discussed the 18 new recruits and new coaching staff at a press conference for National Signing Day on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Football announces recruits, new staff on National Signing Day

Colton Mcwilliams and Claire Partain
February 5, 2020
Austin artists Laced and Found and Snuk One painted a mural behind Sushi Hi, 2912 Guadalupe St., Austin, honoring the late Basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Jan. 29.

Bryant remembered by Bobcats

Caleb Howell and Claire Partain
February 4, 2020
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues, Ep. 30

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
January 31, 2020
Sophomore Ariana Ealy-Pulido grabs the baton in the 4×400-meter race on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020 at the Red Raider Invitational in Lubbock. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Track and field kicks off season with top marks

Claire Partain
January 30, 2020
Senior Jaylon Jorge competes in men’s weight throwing on Saturday, Jan 11, 2019 at the Vulcan Invitational. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Track and field kicks off season with top marks

Claire Partain
January 29, 2020
Senior Brooke Holle jumps and shoots the ball over Alcorn State Dec. 30 at Strahan Arena. Holle reached the ninth-place all-time spot in program history for three-pointers against Louisiana on Saturday. Photo by Kate Connors.

Women’s basketball continues losing streak despite strong performances

Claire Partain
January 21, 2020
Junior Avionne Alexander passes the ball to open teammate Jayla Johnson as she charges down the court.

Bobcats just fall to Ragin’ Cajuns despite dominating first half

Claire Partain
January 18, 2020
Texas State junior guard Garrett Shaw goes up for a layup and scores in the final seconds of the Bobcats’ game against Appalachian State, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2019, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State turns around conference play with two straight wins

Andrew Zimmel and Claire Partain
January 12, 2020
Junior Avionne Alexander passes the ball to open teammate Jayla Johnson as she charges down the court.

Women’s basketball ends nonconference play with 67-59 win

Claire Partain
January 1, 2020
The Chinese Rowing team lift their hands with excitement, getting their first gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

China’s Olympic team rows through San Marcos

Claire Partain
December 14, 2019
2019 Associate Head Coach Sean Huiet was promoted to the head coaching position after former Head Coach Karen Chisum’s retirement announcement on Monday.

Huiet promoted as head volleyball coach

Claire Partain
December 11, 2019
Star Rundown title card

(Video) Star Rundown: Happy Holidays, Nov. 27, 2019

Jaden Edison and Claire Partain
November 30, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues: The Comeback

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
November 22, 2019
Brooke Holle is the lone starter from the 2018 season as she begins her 2019 run.

Holle breaks record with dominating home win

Cade Andrews and Claire Partain
November 21, 2019
In this file photo, junior hitter (now senior) Tyeranee Scott high fives assistant coach Chris Valdez while running off the court during a game against UT Arlington, Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, at Strahan Arena.

Volleyball steps up on Senior Night for regular season championship

Claire Partain
November 19, 2019
Texas State volleyball celebrates a Sun Belt Championship victory, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, at Strahan Arena. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Volleyball clinches regular season title

Claire Partain
November 15, 2019
Head coach Jake Spavital celebrates and runs to the field after the Bobcats score off a fumble recovery during the first quarter of the Georgia State game on Sept. 21 at Bobcat Stadium.

Bobcats picked as favorites for Homecoming Week

Claire Partain
November 5, 2019
Sophomore midfielder/forward Ally Kewish (now a junior) competes for possession of a soccer ball against Georgia Southern, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Soccer qualifies for championship tournament on Senior Day

Claire Partain
October 29, 2019
The Bobcats rush around home base to celebrate freshman Sara Vanderford’s home run hit during the game against St. Mary’s Oct. 18.

Big hitters lead Bobcat softball to fifth consecutive win

Claire Partain
October 28, 2019
The Bobcats rush around home base to celebrate freshman Sara Vanderford’s home run hit during the game against St. Mary’s Oct. 18. Photo credit: Kate Connors

Softball continues pattern of dominance in fall play

Claire Partain
October 22, 2019
Texas State goalkeeper, (2), Heather Martin holds a soccer ball before kicking it into play Oct. 6 against Appalachian State at Bobcat Soccer Complex. Photo credit: Jaden Edison

The ups and downs of Texas State soccer, explained

Jackson Short and Claire Partain
October 8, 2019
Sophomore outside hitter Janell Fitzgerald celebrates after a kill in the sweep against Little Rock on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Volleyball sweeps weekend in Arkansas

Claire Partain
October 8, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 28

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
September 29, 2019
Texas State volleyball stays amped up in their first conference win against Louisiana on Friday. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Volleyball tallies first conference win against the Ragin’ Cajuns

Claire Partain
September 28, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 27

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
September 22, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 26

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
September 16, 2019
Sophomore Janell Fitzgerald celebrates a kill against SEC powerhouse Georgia in her third game back from injury. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Volleyball sweeps against SEC giants in tournament

Claire Partain
September 11, 2019
Kathryn Budde recorded a season-high seven saves at New Mexico State on Sunday. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Soccer trip ends in draw at New Mexico State

Claire Partain
September 9, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

(Podcast) ‘Cats Got Our Tongues: Ep. 25

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, and Cade Andrews
September 8, 2019
The team celebrates a win against the hosting Long Beach State as the kickoff game for the Long Beach State Mizuno Classic. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Volleyball hits the beach for 3-2 win

Zoe Aery and Claire Partain
September 6, 2019
Genesis Turman brings the ball downfield as the lone scorer of the game against Prairie View. Photo courtesy of Texas State Athletics.

Soccer breaks three records on opening weekend

Claire Partain
August 29, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 23

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, Andrew Zimmel, and Jakob Rodriguez
August 25, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 17

Claire Partain and Andrew Zimmel
July 14, 2019
Jammers chase each other down the stretch of the flat track ahead of the defensive front for both teams July 1. Photo by Jakob Rodriguez.

Rip, ride and roll: Rollermania takes over San Marcos

Claire Partain
July 12, 2019
Head Coach, Jake Spavital, talks about each of the newly signed players in the Feb. 6 press conference.

Q&A with Spavital: adjusting to Texas State

Claire Partain
July 12, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 16

Claire Partain
July 5, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 15

Claire Partain
July 5, 2019
Steven Trout July 1, taking over Texas State’s baseball team as the new head coach.Photo by Jakob Rodriguez

Born to coach ball: Trout announced as new baseball head coach

Claire Partain
July 2, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 14

Claire Partain, Jakob Rodriguez, and Andrew Zimmel
June 21, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 13

Claire Partain, Andrew Zimmel, and Sean Anchondo
June 13, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 12

Claire Partain, Colton McWilliams, Andrew Zimmel, Jakob Rodriguez, and Sean Anchondo
June 6, 2019
The Texas State women’s track team and coaches following the sun belt Conference Championship win.Courtesy photo by Texas State Athletics.

Big season, bigger finish for Bobcat track and field

Claire Partain
June 5, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 11

Claire Partain and Colton McWilliams
May 30, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep.10

Claire Partain, Andrew Zimmel, Colton McWIlliams, and Jakob Rodriguez
May 23, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 9

Claire Partain, Andrew Zimmel, Colton McWilliams, and Jakob Rodriguez
May 17, 2019
Kyle Denomme, senior track and field distance runner, is in baton transition March 27 with a relay team member at the Texas Relays in Austin, Texas. Courtesy photo by Texas State Athletics.

Bobcat men’s track takes first, women’s second at Sun Belt Outdoor Championship meet

Claire Partain
May 16, 2019
Texas State’s Tara Oldtmann swings and hits the ball, Wednesday, May 8, 2019, in a game against the University of Louisiana-Monroe. [Photo by Kate Connors]

Bobcat softball closes out season with Sun Belt Championship elimination game

Claire Partain
May 13, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 8

Claire Partain, Andrew Zimmel, Jakob Rodriguez, Sean Anchondo, and Jaden Edison
May 9, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 7

Jakob Rodriguez, Claire Partain, Colton McWIlliams, Sean Anchondo, Andrew Zimmel, and Jaden Edison
May 7, 2019
Illustration by Valkyrie Mata

Sports Podcast: ‘Cats Got Our Tongues Ep. 6

Jakob Rodriguez, Jacob Sommers, Colton McWilliams, Claire Partain, Sean Anchondo, Andrew Zimmel, and Jaden Edison
April 26, 2019
Junior golfer Sean Yip Yip courtesy image by Texas State Athletics.

Deep in the heart of Texas

Claire Partain
April 22, 2019

Texas State brings in top marks at LSU Alumni gold meet

Claire Partain
April 22, 2019

Track and field finishes third at Texas A&M Invitational

Claire Partain
April 17, 2019
Track & Field Recap TXST at Bobcat Invitational

Track and field split up success at Texas Relays and Bobcat Invitational

Claire Partain
April 2, 2019

Texas State track starts indoor season with top marks

Claire Partain
March 25, 2019
The Texas State women’s track team and coaches following the sun belt Conference Championship win.Courtesy photo by Texas State Athletics.

Women’s track team three-peats at Sun Belt indoor championships

Claire Partain
February 25, 2019
Freshman outside hitter Sarabi Worsley-Gilbert, 15, strikes the ball Oct. 12 in a game against the Appalachian State University Mountaineers.Photo by Raylene Noriega

Volleyball dives into 13th straight win

Claire Partain
October 19, 2018
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