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All content by Hope Monte
Texas State senior Kiana Graham rushes for the ball during her singles match at the Fall Invite Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

Bobcat tennis splits doubleheader to start the spring season

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
January 20, 2025
Texas State seniors Maria Lora (left) and Sofia Fortuno (right) high-five after scoring a point during their doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Texas State Tennis Complex.

Texas State tennis spring season preview

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
January 17, 2025
Texas State head soccer coach Steve Holeman breaks out the team after the spring game against Texas, Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcat soccer proves progression during Holeman era

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
November 20, 2024
The Texas State volleyball team huddles together between sets during the game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

Alumni invest in Taraflex for Texas State Volleyball

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
November 16, 2024
Texas State sophomore midfielder Kaylie Smith (22) receives a pass from a teammate during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats suffer heartbreaking loss in Sun Belt Championship versus No. 1 Dukes

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2024
The Texas State soccer team celebrates forward freshman Sydney Bassa’s (20) goal during the game against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats embark on journey for Sun Belt title, prepare for battle with Mountaineers

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2024
Texas State junior Emily Niers attempts to hit the ball during the match against Louisiana-Monroe, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

Texas State closes out fall season in victorious fashion at Bobcat Invitational

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
October 28, 2024
The Texas State volleyball team huddles together after a successful rally against Arkansas State. Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

Bobcats “Dig Pink” for breast cancer awareness, sweep Red Wolves

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 19, 2024
Texas State defender senior Kennley Bradley (12) kicks the ball down field during the game against University of Louisiana-Monroe, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Meza’s late tie-breaker extends Texas State’s undefeated streak

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 13, 2024
Texas State seniors Maria Lora (left) and Sofia Fortuno (right) high-five after scoring a point during their doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Texas State Tennis Complex.

Female athletes at Texas State show pride in Hispanic heritage, pursue lifelong dreams

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 10, 2024
Texas State junior middle blocker Jade Defraeye blocks a kill attempt during the season opener against Houston Christian, Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston.

Defraeye earns conference Defensive Player of the Week

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 9, 2024
Texas State junior defender Marie Philipzen (31) fights for possession of the ball during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats stomp out The Thundering Herd in dominating home conference opener

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 27, 2024
Texas State volleyball Head Coach Sean Huiet coaches junior middle blocker Bailey Hanner (20) and senior setter Ryann Torres (14) through a timeout during the game versus Lamar, Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

“I’ve been blessed”: Volleyball Head Coach Sean Huiet surpasses 100 career TXST wins

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 26, 2024
Texas State junior forward Zoe Junior (23) dribbles the ball past a Louisiana-Lafayette defender during the game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats open conference play with draw against Ragin’ Cajuns

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 23, 2024
Texas State senior defensive specialist Brooke Johnson (12) hugs Head Coach Sean Huiet during Senior Day, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

Huiet secures 100th career win in first match of UTEP Tournament

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 20, 2024
Texas State redshirt sophomore outside hitter Nina Moorer celebrates a point during the Maroon and Gold Scrimmage with her teammate, middle blocker Jade Defraeye (5),Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

Volleyball transfer on road to recovery prepares for debut season

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 6, 2024
Texas State freshman midfielder Victoria Meza (4) looks for an open pass Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Bobcats force a draw on the road against No. 13 Cowgirls

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 6, 2024
Texas State junior midfielder Chloe Jones (13) fights for control of the ball against her defender during the game against Colorado State, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

Texas State falls to Colorado State in defensive battle

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
August 30, 2024
Texas State freshman midfielder Helen Alormenu dribbles the ball during the match against Texas, Friday, March 1. 2024, at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin.

Bobcat soccer sends first-ever freshman to FIFA U-20 World Cup

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
August 28, 2024
The Texas State volleyball team gathers together after a point against UTSA, Saturday, Aug. 19. 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State Volleyball 2024 season preview

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
August 20, 2024
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point during the Coastal Carolina game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State Volleyball ranked first on Pre-Season Coaches Poll

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
August 16, 2024
Texas State third baseman Justin McDonald prepares to bat against the Texas A&M club baseball team on April 6, 2024, in College Station, Texas.

Texas State club baseball three-in-one player adds All-American to resume

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
July 5, 2024
Texas State psychology senior Ali Smith, competes in Cacchione Cup Over Fences at the IHSA Nationals, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Tyron International Equestrian Center and Resort in Tyron, North Carolina.

Trip to Nationals caps off senior equestrian rider’s college career

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
May 23, 2024
What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
April 5, 2024
McCoy to introduce new courses to prepare students for professional world, workforce

McCoy to introduce new courses to prepare students for professional world, workforce

Hope Monte, News Contributor
March 29, 2024
What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
March 29, 2024
Aidan Poole with three of her athletic training assistants before the softball game versus Texas A&M, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

First female sports medicine director serves as role model

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
March 28, 2024
What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
March 8, 2024
What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
March 1, 2024
What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
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What's happening in San Marcos this Weekend

What’s happening in San Marcos this Weekend

Hope Monte, Engagement Editor
February 16, 2024
Illustration by Devon Crew

Aquarena Springs lacks student safety features

Hope Monte, Opinions Contributor
January 26, 2024
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