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Texas State sophomore Emily Niers attempts to hit the ball during the doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Tennis secures highest-win season since 2012 in match versus Georgia State

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
April 8, 2024
Texas State freshman pitcher Madison Azua (22) throws the ball during the game against Baylor, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Texas State Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State drops series finale against Troy in epic 12-innings

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
April 8, 2024
The Texas State men's basketball team huddles together before the game against Marshall, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State men’s basketball faces uncertainty going into offseason

Jacob De Luna, Sports Contributor
April 7, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) throws the ball during the game against #21 Baylor, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Texas State Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats run-rule Trojans in game two to clinch series

James Horton, Sports Reporter
April 7, 2024
Texas State senior Mae McCutcheon runs to hit the ball during a doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Texas State tennis drops nailbiter match to Troy

Faith Fabian, Sports Contributor
April 7, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) pitches the ball during the game against No. 21 Baylor, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats kick off senior weekend off with sixth run-rule victory of the season

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
April 6, 2024
The Texas State women's basketball team huddles together during the game against Marshall, Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball aims to bounce back following disappointing 2023-24 season

Thomas Graham, Sports Contributor
April 5, 2024
Texas State sophomore right-handed pitcher Sam Hall (36) throws the ball during the game against Louisiana-Lafayette, Friday, March 29, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Unexpected pitching trio lead baseball to a winning record

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
April 4, 2024
Texas State junior outfielder Ciara Trahan (6) walks on crutches following an injury during the game against #21 Baylor, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Trahan injures knee during Baylor game; status for remainder of season unknown

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
April 4, 2024
Texas State sophomore utility Sydney Harvey (9) prepares to hit the ball during the game against #21 Baylor, Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats down Baylor in top 25 mid-week showdown

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
April 4, 2024
Texas State softball Head Coach Ricci Woodard gathers with some players during the game against Texas A&M, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State softball continues to dance among the nation’s top 25

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2024
Texas State softball celebrate its second win of the series against Penn State, Friday, March 8, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcat softball takeaways: Vanderford, Trahan and Earls shine in series versus South Alabama

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2024
Texas State senior infielder Cade Manning (9) prepares to bat during the game against Louisiana-Lafayette, Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Three takeaways as Texas State baseball gets swept by Ragin’ Cajuns

Carter Bordwell, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2024
Texas State graduate student tennis player Callie Creath rushes to hit the ball during her singles match, September 30, 2023, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Women’s tennis cools off, drops consecutive conference matches

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
April 1, 2024
Sophomore thrower Elisabet Runarsdottir competes during the Charles Austin Classic, Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Texas State Track & Field Complex.

[Photo] Runarsdottir and Roberts shine at Texas Relays

Jacob De Luna, Sports Contributor
March 31, 2024
Texas State graduate student infield Sara Vanderford (26) rushes to third base during the game against Texas Tech, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Vanderford powers Texas State to series-clinching victory over Jaguars

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
March 30, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Kameron Weil (11) goes to hit the ball during the game against Louisiana-Lafayette, Friday, March 29, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] “That was horrific”: Ragin’ Cajuns dominate Bobcats to clinch series

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
March 30, 2024
The Texas State softball team after the victory against Penn State, Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State softball continues climbing ranks in NCAA polls

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
March 30, 2024
Texas State senior utility JJ Smith (25) hits the ball during the game against Texas A&M, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State softball takes game one in the battle of the cats

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
March 28, 2024
The Texas State softball team celebrates its victory over Texas A&M, Wednesday, March. 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Three takeaways from Texas State softball’s sweep against Appalachian State

Jackson Kruse, Sports Reporter
March 26, 2024
Local residents take a stroll through Purgatory Creek Park, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in San Marcos.

[Photo] San Marcos closes four trails for endangered bird

News Staff
March 26, 2024
Texas State senior Mae McCutcheon forehands the ball during her match at the TXST Fall Invite, Sept. 30, 2023, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Women’s tennis victorious in back-and-forth affair with James Madison

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2024
Texas State graduate student sprinter Kashawn Baptiste competes in the men's 400-meter dash event during the Charles Austin Classic, Saturday, March. 23, 2024, at the Texas State Track and Field Complex.

[Photo] Texas State track and field dominate Charles Austin Classic with 19 gold medals

Jacob De Luna, Sports Contributor
March 24, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) pitches the ball during the game against Texas A&M, Wednesday, March. 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats kick off alumni weekend with shutout victory over Mountaineers

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
March 23, 2024
Texas State redshirt senior outfielder Cameron Thompson (4) prepares to bat during the game against Sam Houston, Sunday, March. 10, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Bobcat coaches value homegrown talent over portal transfers

James Vaughn, Sports Contributor
March 21, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) swings the bat during the game against Texas A&M, Wednesday, March. 20, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats send #14 Aggies packing with walk-off victory

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
March 21, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) prepares to bat during the game against Penn State Thursday, March. 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats clinch series against Dukes with game two victory

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
March 17, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) gets ready to pitch the ball during the game against Penn State Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats open conference play with win over James Madison

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
March 16, 2024
Texas State junior guard Dontae Horne (2) prepares to score a goal during the game against, Troy Friday, March. 1, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball’s season ends in hard-fought loss in semifinal round of conference tournament

Max Martinez, Sports Contributor
March 10, 2024
Texas State senior infielder Alec Patino (23) steps up to the plate during the game against Sam Houston State, Sunday, March. 10, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Bearkats sweep Texas State on home turf in weekend series

Jude Botello, Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributors
March 10, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) prepares to pitch the ball during the game against Penn State, Thursday, March. 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State sweeps doubleheader to clinch series against Penn State

James Vaughn, Sports Contributor
March 9, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) swings the bat during the game against Penn State Thursday, March. 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats topple Penn State in first game of doubleheader

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
March 9, 2024
Texas State junior guard Dontae Horne (2) dribbles the ball down the court during the game against Troy, Friday, March. 1, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball defeats Southern Miss to continue conference tournament run

Thomas Graham, Sports Contributor
March 8, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) prepares the ball during the game against Penn State, Thursday, March. 7, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats take down Nittany Lions in game one of three

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2024
The Texas State softball team huddles together during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Softball wins three, drops one at McHaney Classic

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2024
The Texas State men's basketball team celebrate a three pointer during the game against Troy, Friday, March. 1, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball looks to ride momentum from three-game winning streak into conference tournament

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Reporter
March 5, 2024
The Texas State women's basketball huddles up during the game against Marshall Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball gears up for conference tournament

Max Martinez, Sports Contributor
March 5, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) steps up to the plate during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State closes out Jeannine McHaney Classic with run-rule victory over New Mexico State

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
March 3, 2024
Texas State senior utility Hannah Earls (3) prepares to throw the ball during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Mullins throws perfect game as Texas State avenges loss to UTEP on day two of McHaney Classic

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
March 2, 2024
Texas State junior guard Dontae Horne (2) dribbles the ball past a Troy defender, Friday, March 1, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Career-night from Sykes propels Bobcats to overtime win against Troy

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Reporter
March 2, 2024
Texas State senior right-hand pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) prepares to throw the ball during the game against Texs, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State run-rules Aggies for first win of McHaney Classic

McKenna Ladson, Sports Contributor
March 2, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) hits the ball during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Miners shutout Bobcats in opening game of McHaney Classic

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
March 2, 2024
The Texas State softball team huddles up before batting during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State softball aims to win second straight tournament

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
February 29, 2024
Texas State senior utility J.J. Smith (25) hits the ball during the game against Texas, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats fall to No. 2 Texas in epic pitching duel

James Vaughn, Sports Contributor
February 29, 2024
Students check out different posters and papers on tables during the German contest, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, outside of Centennial Hall.

Star Snaps – Feb. 19-25: This Week in San Marcos

Felix Menke, Meg Boles, Lucas Kraft, Mandalyn Lewallen, and Carlene Ottah
February 26, 2024
Texas State strutters dance their hiphop routine during the halftime show at the womens basketball game against Marshall, Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State strutters take the court to hype up the crowd during break at the women's basketball game against Marshall, Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

Texas State guard sophomore Coleton Benson (22) shoots from the three point line during the game against LeTourneau, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball snaps three-game losing streak with win over Panthers

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Reporter
February 25, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) throws the ball during the game against Texas Tech, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats hold off Wolverines to remain perfect in Sun Devil Classic

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
February 24, 2024
Texas State sophomore pitcher Analisa Soliz (23) throws the ball during the game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats sink Pirates on day two of Sun Devil Classic

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Contributor
February 23, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) swings to hit the ball during the game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats pummel Arizona State to open Sun Devil Classic

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
February 23, 2024
Texas State graduate student guard Ja'Niah Henson (1) dribbles past Marshall's defense, Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Shooting woes plague Bobcats against top ranked Marshall

Max Martinez, Sports Contributor
February 22, 2024
Texas State softball Head Coach Ricci Woodard during the Texas Tech game, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Woodard further establishes legacy with 800 career wins

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
February 22, 2024
The Texas State baseball team before the game against Youngstown State, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Texas State set to face trio of Power Five teams in Round Rock tournament

James Vaughn, Sports Contributor
February 21, 2024
Local resident browses through the "Popular Books" section Friday, February 9, 2024 at Green Heron.

[Photo] Starting a new chapter: Bookshop opens in SMTX

AnaBelle Elliott, Life and Arts Reporter
February 21, 2024
Texas State catcher junior Ian Collier (25) runs prepares to slide to third base during the game against Youngstown State, Friday, February 16, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] “We can play with anybody”: No. 5 TCU holds off Texas State

Carter Bordwell, Sports Reporter
February 21, 2024
The Texas State softball team huddles together before the game against Texas Tech, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Softball heads to the desert for the Sun Devil Classic

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
February 20, 2024
The Texas State women's basketball team huddles together, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Decline in women’s basketball season sparks reflection

Candice Gilmore, Sports Contributor
February 19, 2024
Texas State redshirt-senior right-hand pitcher Peyton Zabel (24) catches the returning throw from the catcher during the game against Youngstown State, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Bobcats gear up for road match with No. 5 Horned Frogs

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
February 19, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) throws the ball during the game against Texas Tech, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats avenge loss to Red Raiders, close out TXST Tournament with a win

James Vaughn, Sports Contributor
February 19, 2024
Texas State redshirt-senior catcher August Ramirez (18) attempts to hit the ball during the game against Youngstown State, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Texas State wins third game of series to sweep Penguins

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
February 18, 2024
Texas State sophomore guard Coleton Benson (22) dribbles the ball through the Coastal Carolina defense, Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024 at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Southern Miss outlasts Texas State to give Bobcats 10th conference loss

Jacob De Luna, Sports Contributor
February 18, 2024
Texas State infielder and outfielder senior Alec Patino (23) steps up to the plate during the game against Youngstown State, Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Texas State claims series over Youngstown State behind big fifth inning

Sports Staff
February 17, 2024
Texas State junior right-hand pitcher Presley Glende (21) throws the ball during the game against Kennesaw State Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats drop doubleheader on third day of TXST Tournament

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
February 17, 2024
Texas State junior forward Tiffany Tullis (31) fights to keep possession of the ball during the game against Denver, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Tullis scores season-high as Golden Eagles soar over Bobcats

Candice Gilmore, Sports Contributor
February 17, 2024
Texas State infielder junior Aaron Lugo (1) celebrates a a home run during the game against Youngstown State Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Slam Marcos fully operational; Bobcats open season with a bang

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Contributor
February 17, 2024
The Texas State softball team huddles up before the game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State seeks to build off 2023 season

Jackson Kruse, Sports Contributor
February 16, 2024
Texas State freshman forward Julia Coleman (12) pushes pass opponent during the game against Denver, Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Coleman’s career-best performance not enough as Trojans surge past Texas State

Thomas Graham, Sports Contributor
February 16, 2024
Texas State senior guard Sierra Dickson (4) dribbles the ball down the court during the game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Antoine secures 200th career win as Texas State defeats Ohio in battle of the Bobcats

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Reporter
February 10, 2024
Texas State junior right-hand pitcher Presley Glende (21) prepares to pitch the ball during the game against Kennesaw State, Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Bobcats come-from-behind win secures milestone victory for Woodard

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Contributor
February 10, 2024
Texas State junior forward Tiffany Tullis (31) fights to keep possession of the ball during the game against Denver, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Women’s basketball ends losing streak at Coastal Carolina

Candice Gilmore, Sports Contributor
February 8, 2024
Texas State sophomore guard Jordan Mason (5) attempts a layup during the game against Southern Miss, Saturday, Feb 3, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Love powers Texas State past Southern Miss for second straight win

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Reporter
February 4, 2024
Texas State junior guard Josh O'Garro (23) dunks the ball during the game against LeTourneau, Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Transfer players acclimate to Texas State men’s basketball program

Thomas Graham, Sports Contributor
January 28, 2024
Texas State graduate student guard Ja'Niah Henson (1) dribbles the ball down the court during the game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Bobcats fall to Ragin’ Cajuns for seventh conference loss

Candice Gilmore, Sports Contributor
January 28, 2024
Texas State sophomore guard Jordan Mason (5) attempts to score during the game against Arkansas State, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Men’s basketball drops hard-fought game to Arkansas State

Max Martinez, Sports Contributor
January 21, 2024
Texas State graduate student guard Ja'Niah Henson (1) dribbles the ball, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Arkansas State’s fourth-quarter run tops women’s basketball

Jalan Tolliver, Sports Contributor
January 21, 2024
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