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All content by Xavier Zamarron
Xavier Zamarron poses for a photo with his graduation cap, Sunday, April 16, 2023, inside the Taylor-Murphy courtyard.

X’s File: Finding the star inside myself

Xavier Zamarron
May 25, 2023
Texas State freshman utility Kamden Hutton (5) runs up and down the field before the game, Friday, April 22, 2023, at Bobcat Ballpark.

Bobcats complete back-to-back against Warhawks

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
April 25, 2023
Texas State baseball team gathers at the pitching mound to talk about the game plan, Monday, April 17, 2023, at Bobcat Ballpark. The Bobcats won 5-4.

Powell powers Bobcats past Thundering Herd

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
April 18, 2023
Senior guard Mason Harrell waves to Bobcat fans, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2023, at Strahan Arena. 

“He’s a dog”: Harrell finishes career a baller, brother and friend

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
April 15, 2023
Texas State graduate student guard Taelour Pruitt (2) steals the ball away from Troy University, Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 84-78.

Women’s basketball falls short in championship game

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
March 7, 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 advances to second round with win over Georgia State

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
March 1, 2023
Texas State junior forward Nate Martin (11) catches the ball against Arkansas State University, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 66-62.

Bobcats’ crunch time woes continue, fall to Appalachian State

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
February 17, 2023
Texas State senior guard Mason Harrell (12) looks to pass the ball against Arkansas State University, Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 66-62.

Bobcats look to overcome crushing defeat, face Appalachian State

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
February 14, 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 splits two doubleheaders to start season

David Cuevas, Xavier Zamarron, Carson Weaver, and Ashton Knight
February 13, 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.

Louisiana snaps Bobcat’s February win-streak

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
February 4, 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 eyes revenge against the Ragin’ Cajuns

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
February 2, 2023
Senior runner Sedrickia Wynn competes at the 2022 Sun Belt Indoor Track Championship, Monday, Feb. 21, 2022.

Into the history books: Texas State track stars break records

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
February 1, 2023

Hood’s heroics lead to conference win over Georgia Southern

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
December 31, 2022
Texas State women's basketball team comes together for a huddle during practice, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2022, at Strahan Arena.

Women’s basketball commences conference play against Georgia Southern

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
December 30, 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. 

Men’s basketball outlasts Lamar

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
December 4, 2022
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 looks to lock up Lamar

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
December 1, 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. 

Texas State men’s basketball defeats Southern Utah

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
November 29, 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. 

Men’s basketball holds off second second-half surge, defeats Mid-America Christian

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
November 12, 2022

Men’s basketball gears up for home opener

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2022
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. 

Bobcat basketball puts on strong showing in exhibition

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
November 3, 2022
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. 

Texas State basketball tips off its season against Cameron

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
November 2, 2022
Texas State junior guard Brandon Davis receives instruction from assistant coach Donte Mathis, during the first public men's basketball practice, Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, at Strahan Arena.

New faces in men’s basketball find community on the team

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
October 26, 2022
Texas State Football head coach Jake Spavital runs out on the field before a game against Houston Christian University, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at Bobcat Stadium.

Bobcat football’s rainy day slip-ups cost them against James Madison

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
October 2, 2022
Texas State sophomore wide receiver Ashtyn Hawkins (2) regroups for the next offensive play during a game against Baylor, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at McLane Stadium. The Bobcats lost 42-7.

Texas State football gears up for conference play against undefeated James Madison

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Reporter
September 30, 2022
Texas State sophomore wide receiver Ashtyn Hawkins (2) regroups for the next offensive play during a game against Baylor, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at McLane Stadium. The Bobcats lost 42-7.

Bobcat football unable to overcome miscues, fall to Baylor

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
September 17, 2022
Texas State redshirt junior quarterback Layne Hatcher (3) looks for an open pass during fall camp practice, Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Bobcat Stadium.

Texas State football set for rematch against No. 17 Baylor

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
September 15, 2022
Texas State soccer head coach Steve Holeman gets presented the game ball by Kelly Damphousse after Holeman's first win as head coach against the University of St. Mary's on Aug. 18.

“Vital part of this enterprise”: Damphousse builds unique relationship with athletics department

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
September 6, 2022
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.

‘Bear down and go’: A Bobcat softball season recap

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
June 7, 2022
Coaches Nathan Stockie (right) and Henry Zapata (left) talk to Wimberly Wright (middle) as she heads off the field.

Head Coach Steve Holeman fills out soccer staff with familiar faces

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
May 16, 2022
Texas State senior catcher Caitlyn Rogers (13) readies up to make a run for third base during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. The Bobcats lost 3-7.

Rogers reigns: Senior catcher dominates in victory over UT Arlington

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
May 7, 2022
Texas State senior catcher Caitlyn Rogers (13) readies up to make a run for third base during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. The Bobcats lost 3-7.

Softball looks to wrap-up regular season against UT Arlington

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
May 4, 2022
Texas State junior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) winds up to pitch the ball during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. 

Bobcat’s softball extends win-streak to double digits

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
May 1, 2022
Texas State junior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) winds up to pitch the ball during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. 

Softball gears up for conference foe Troy

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 28, 2022
Texas State senior infielder Justin Thompson (10) plates a run during a game against Wichita State, Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark. The Bobcats won 9-2.

Bobcat baseball holds on late for seventh straight win

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 23, 2022
Texas State senior infielder Wesley Faison (24) high-fives head coach Steven Trout while running the bases after hitting a home run during a game against Baylor, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark. The Bobcats won 11-4.

Baseball hopes to build on six-game win-streak against Little Rock

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 22, 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 reflects on a season of perseverance

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 12, 2022
Texas State senior infielder Cameron Gibbons (11) makes a run for home plate during a game against Texas A&M, Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at Blue Bell Park. The Bobcats lost to the Aggies 4-8.

Baseball falls in College Station

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 6, 2022
Texas State junior outfielder Ben McClain (4) high fives his teammates after coming off the field during a game against Coastal Carolina, Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Bobcat Ballpark. The Bobcats won the weekend series 2-1.

Bobcats look to carry momentum into matchup with Texas A&M

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 4, 2022
Former Head Volleyball Coach Karen Chisum is honored during halftime of a men’s basketball matchup between Texas State and Louisiana, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020, at Strahan Arena. Chisum was presented with a rocking chair as a retirement present by other Texas State Athletics head coaches.

‘A positive, energetic winner’: Coach Chisum’s legacy lives on post-retirement

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
April 2, 2022
Texas State senior catcher Caitlyn Rogers (13) readies up to make a run for third base during the home opener against the University of Oregon, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, at Bobcat Softball Stadium. The Bobcats lost 3-7.

Bobcats’ strong sixth inning helps take down Coastal Carolina

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
March 27, 2022
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Opinion: NFL protects abuser, again

Xavier Zamarron, Opinion Contributor
March 25, 2022
Members of the San Marcos Runners Club pose for a photo on Thursday, March 3, 2022, in front of AquaBrew, their current meeting place. These members are recipients of the Moe Johnson Mileage Award Program.

San Marcos Runners Club fosters companionship through fitness

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
March 13, 2022
Texas State redshirt senior guard Tianna Eaton (23) goes up for a three-pointer during a game against the University of Louisiana, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won in OT 72-71.

Bobcats unable to shake off cold start, end their season against Louisiana

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
March 5, 2022
Texas State senior forward Da'nasia Hood (32) looks up to take a shot underneath the basket 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 eyes Sun Belt tournament semifinals

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
March 4, 2022
Texas State men's basketball smiles for a photo on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, inside the University Events Center. The team had just returned to San Marcos after securing its second consecutive Sun Belt Regular-Season Championship.

Texas State welcomes men’s basketball home after second-straight Sun Belt Conference title

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 28, 2022
Texas State senior forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) attempts a jumper underneath the basket during a game against UT Arlington, Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats lost 72-65.

Women’s basketball drops regular-season finale against Little Rock

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 26, 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 prepares for regular season finale against Little Rock

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 26, 2022
Texas State Bobcat Crew dances while being on the jumbotron at a men's basketball game against Coastal Carolina, Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, at Strahan Arena. Bobcat Crew members wore tie-dye as the "theme of the game."

Bobcat Crew brings energy, support to Texas State Athletics

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 17, 2022
Texas State senior guard Shelby Adams (4) dribbles around a Warhawk defender during a game against the University of Louisiana-Monroe, Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 80-56.

Men’s basketball guts out win against ULM

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 12, 2022
Texas State senior guard Mason Harrell (12) sets up a play during a game against the University of Louisiana-Monroe, Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 80-56.

Bobcats prepare for battle against Warhawks

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
February 11, 2022
Texas State senior guard Caleb Asberry (5) goes up to shoot a basket during a game against Lamar University, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 67-47.

Bobcats look to get back on track in face-off with ULM

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
January 13, 2022
Texas State senior guard Caleb Asberry (5) goes up to slam the ball into the basket during a game against Lamar University, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 67-47.

Hot night from Houston snaps Bobcats’ eight-game win streak

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 23, 2021
Texas State Bobcats cheer on their teammates from the sidelines during a game against Lamar University, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 67-47.

Cat Fight: Men’s basketball looks for huge upset win against Houston Cougars

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 20, 2021
Texas State senior guard Caleb Asberry (5) goes up to shoot a basket during a game against Lamar University, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 67-47.

Men’s basketball hustles seven straight win

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 16, 2021
Texas State men's basketball Head Coach Terrence Johnson talks to players during a time-out made by St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Bobcats looks to defend home court against Lamar

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 14, 2021
Texas State senior guard Shelby Adams (4) looks for an opening against St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball continues five-game win streak

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 6, 2021
Texas State men's basketball Head Coach Terrence Johnson talks to players during a time-out made by St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball seeks fifth straight win

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
December 5, 2021
Texas State men's basketball Head Coach Terrence Johnson talks to players during a time-out made by St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Men’s basketball suffers second loss of the weekend

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
November 15, 2021
Texas State senior forward Isiah Small (1) goes up for the tip-off against St. Mary's University, Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 52-43.

Bobcats look to bounce back after tough loss

Xavier Zamarron, Sports Contributor
November 13, 2021
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