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Texas State Head Coach G.J. Kinne walks out of the tunnel alongside reshirt sophomore quarterback T.J. Finley (7) ahead of the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl game versus Rice, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

[Photo] 2023 SERVPRO First Responder Bowl: Texas State vs. Rice University

December 27, 2023
Texas State redshirt senior running back Jahmyl Jeter (28) carries the ball against Rice during the First Responder Bowl, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas.

[Photo] Texas State concludes historic season with first bowl victory in program history

David Cuevas, Sports Editor
December 27, 2023
Texas State junior guard Joshua O'Garro throws down an alley-oop on the fast break versus UTSA, Friday, Nov. 17, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Cougars claw down the Bobcats

Thomas Graham, Sports Contributor
December 23, 2023
Texas State head football coach G.J. Kinne speaks during a press conference, Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, at Bobcat Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State inks 21 on Early Signing Day

David Cuevas, Sports Editor
December 21, 2023
The Texas State men's basketball team huddles up before the game versus Texas, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, in the Moody Center.

[Photo] This past week at Texas State

December 5, 2023
Texas State senior guard Dylan Dawson (0) attacks the baseline versus Texas, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas.

No. 16 Texas pummels Texas State behind Abmas’ 26

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
December 1, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against SMU, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Gregory Gymnasium in Austin, Texas.

[Photo] Texas State’s 2023 season comes to an end in first round of NCAA Tournament

Georgia Weeks, Sports Contributor
December 1, 2023
Texas State freshman guard Kaden Gumbs (11) dribbles past a UTSA defender for the layup, Friday, Nov. 17, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Mason scores 21 in debut as Bobcats topple Mavericks in rivalry game

Deondre Hayes, Sports Reporter
November 25, 2023
Texas State junior guard Josh O'Garro (23) attempts to score against UTSA, Friday, Nov. 17, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State falls to Southern Utah to finish last at the Louisiana Tech MTE

David Cuevas, Sports Editor
November 22, 2023
Texas State redshirt senior wide receiver Beau Corrales (3) runs after the catch versus Georgia Southern, Saturday, Nov. 4, at Bobcat Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State aims to snap two game losing streak against South Alabama

James Horton, Sports Reporter
November 22, 2023
Texas State Head Coach Terrance Johnson coaches freshman guard Kaden Gumbs on the sideline versus UTSA, Friday, Nov. 17, in Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Cowboys wrangle Bobcats in opening game of Louisiana Tech MTE

David Cuevas, Sports Editor
November 21, 2023
Junior forward Christian Turner (30) hangs from the rim after a dunk versus UTSA, Friday, Nov. 17, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Bobcats take down I-35 rival in home opener

Deondre Hayes, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against Coastal Carolina, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Bobcats sweep Marshall to advance to semifinal round

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
November 18, 2023
Texas State graduate student outside hitter K.J. Johnson (17) awaits the serve against Coastal Carolina, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Senior Spotlight: Johnson leaves mark on Texas State volleyball

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
November 16, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against Coastal Carolina, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State volleyball seeks to claim fifth Sun Belt Conference Tournament championship

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
November 15, 2023
Brant Freeman interviews Sophie Childs after the Coastal Carolina game.

The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against Coastal Carolina, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against Coastal Carolina, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State sweeps Trojans in home opener

October 4, 2024
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point during the Coastal Carolina game, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Bobcats avenge loss to Coastal Carolina on senior night

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
November 11, 2023
Texas State freshman goalkeeper Caitlyn Draper rallies her teammates during the game versus Southern Miss, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Fast reflexes and confidence: Caitlyn Draper reflects on successful freshman season

Candice Gilmore, Sports Contributor
November 9, 2023
A student decorates the Día de los Muertos display, Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, at the Education Building.

[Photo] TXST celebrates Día de los Muertos in display

Haley Velasco, Life and Arts Editor
November 6, 2023
A car drives through a flooded street, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, near Old Ranch Road 12 and Blanco Street in San Marcos.

[Photo] San Marcos under flash flood warning

Carson Weaver, Editor in Chief
October 26, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point against South Alabama, Saturday, Oct. 21, at Strahan Arena.

Huiet earns 50th career win as Texas State sweeps series against South Alabama

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
October 22, 2023
Texas State senior setter Ryann Torres (14) and junior defensive specialist Jacqueline Lee (7) discuss strategy with fellow teammates, Thursday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

The cycle: From student to coach

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
October 18, 2023
Texas State students walk between classes, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at The Quad.

[Photo] TXST awarded $1.5 million for safety trainings

Blake Leschber, News Editor
October 14, 2023
Texas State students walk between classes, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023 at Alkek Library.

[Photo] University responds to 2022 high crime increase

Blake Leschber, News Editor
October 11, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a point during the match against Louisiana-Lafayette, Friday, Oct. 8, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State loses heartbreaking second match, splits series with Louisiana-Lafayette

Georgia Weeks, Sports Contributor
October 8, 2023
Texas State sophomore outside hitter Maggie Walsh (2) goes to hit the ball to a teammate during the game against the University of Louisiana-Monroe, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023 at Strahan Area.

Texas State starts 2-0 in conference after sweeping ULM

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
September 23, 2023
Texas State graduate student outsider hitter K.J. Johnson (17) warms up pre-game against North Texas, Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 at Strahan Arena.

Volleyball transfers acclimate to new home at Texas State

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
September 22, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team gathers together after a point against UTSA, Saturday, Aug. 19. 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State suffers back-to-back losses to open Bobcat Classic

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
September 9, 2023
Texas State senior setter Ryann Torres (14) gives pointers to teammates, Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Bobcats sweep UT Martin in final game of Tennessee Classic

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2023
Texas State junior Sophie Childs (9) and sophomore Bailey Hanner (20) attempt to block the ball, Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State swept by Tennessee for first loss of season

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2023
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) poses for a photo, July, 12, 2023, at Softball City Stadium in Surrey, British Columbia.

Mullins represents Texas State in 2023 Canada Cup

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2023
The Texas State volleyball team celebrates a winning point, Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

New-look squad looks to transition into new era of Bobcat volleyball

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2023
Texas State senior infielder Sara Vanderford (26) talks to junior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4), Friday, April 22, 2023, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. 

Pair of Bobcats earn All-Sun Belt honors

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
June 11, 2023
Texas State freshman infielder Daylan Peña (16) celebrates after defeating Stanford in game four of the NCAA Stanford Regional, Saturday, June 5, 2022, at Klein Field at Sunken Diamond in Palo Alto, CA. The Bobcats won 5-2, sending Texas State Baseball to an NCAA Regional final for the first time in its program history.

Pena’s walk-off homer advances Texas State to quarterfinals

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
May 26, 2023
Junior utility Hannah Earls (3) tags South Houston player before she makes it to second base, Tuesday, April 12, 2023, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

Texas State eliminated from Conference Tournament by Ragin’ Cajuns for second straight year

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
May 14, 2023
Texas State Bobcats hype each other up before the game, Thursday Feb. 2, at Strahan Arena. 

How the pandemic shaped women’s basketball careers

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
May 10, 2023
Texas State softball line up during the Pledge of Allegiance, holding the Texas State emblem behind their backs, Friday, March 24, 2023. 

Bobcats clinch final conference series of 2023 season

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
May 7, 2023
Texas State graduate guard Taelour Pruitt (2) shoots a floater layup against Troy University, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. 

Key seniors graduate, women’s basketball looks forward to next season

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2023
Texas State softball team celebrates after an inning ending double play against the Villanova Wildcats, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. 

Softball prepares for conference showdown versus South Alabama

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
March 23, 2023
Texas State graduate student Ja'Kayla Bowie (15) dribbles the ball, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 74-56.

Women’s basketball wins quarterfinals, semifinals

Kobe Arriaga and Thomas Graham
March 7, 2023
Texas State graduate student Ja'Kayla Bowie (15) dribbles the ball, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 74-56.

Women’s basketball gets first semifinals appearance since 2018

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
March 3, 2023
Texas State junior guard Sierra Dickson (4) shoots the ball against Troy University, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Sun Belt secured: Women’s basketball wins on the road against Arkansas State

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
March 1, 2023
Texas State graduate student guard Kennedy Taylor (3) dribbles down the court against Troy University, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Taylor cements historic Bobcat women’s basketball career

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 28, 2023
Texas State graduate student guard Ja'Kayla Bowie (15) drives down the court against Troy University, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Women’s basketball face Arkansas State in season finale on road

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2023
Texas State graduate student forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) shoots the ball over a Troy defender, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Victory slips away from Bobcats against JMU at home

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2023
Texas State graduate student forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) shoots the ball over a Troy defender, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Women’s basketball eyes third straight victory versus JMU

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 15, 2023
Texas State senior guard Mason Harrell (12) gets double teamed by a pair of Arkansas State defenders, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 66-62.

Men’s basketball snaps three-game losing streak at home

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 11, 2023
Texas State senior forward Nighael Ceaser (22) jumps layout against Georgia Southern, Thursday, Jan 26, 2023, at the Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 70-67.

Men’s basketball to face Arkansas State at home

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 9, 2023
Texas State softball team celebrates after retiring the inning during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. The Bobcats lost 3-7.

Texas State softball in high gear for upcoming season

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 7, 2023
Texas State senior guard Kennedy Taylor (3) looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to during a game against the University of Louisiana, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won in OT 72-71.

Bobcats look to snap five-game losing streak versus Troy

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2023

Women’s basketball completes road trip with victory over ODU

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
February 1, 2023
Texas State sophomore defensive specialist Jacqueline Lee (7) celebrates with teammates during a match against James Madison University, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats tied the weekend series 1-1. 

Volleyball season ends in bitter-sweet fashion

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
January 24, 2023

No star, no problem: Women’s basketball gets victory without Hood

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
January 21, 2023
Texas State junior forward Nate Martin (11) looks for an open pass around sophomore forward Brandon Love (24) during the first public men's basketball practice, Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, at Strahan Arena. 

Men’s basketball snaps two-game losing skid with home victory

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Contributor
December 31, 2022
Texas State senior guard Drue Drinnon (55) look down court for his teammates in a game against Mid-America Christian University, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. The Bobcats won 71-53. 

Ceaser shines with double-double performance in Simmons Bank Showdown

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Contributor
December 13, 2022
Texas State senior forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) takes a free-throw shot during a game against the University of Louisiana, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won in OT 72-71.

Women’s basketball remains undefeated at home in LMU victory

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Contributor
December 9, 2022
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