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In an intriguing American Athletic Conference matchup, the UTSA Roadrunners (8-19, 2-12 AAC) are set to clash with the North Texas Mean Green (14-11, 7-6). This game, set to unfold on ESPNU at 3:00 PM on February 24th, showcases two teams with contrasting records and aspirations. UTSA, struggling to find consistency, faces a formidable challenge against North Texas, a team that has shown resilience and the ability to compete at a higher level within the conference. Both teams come into this game with something to prove, making it a must-watch for fans.

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The Texas-San Antonio Roadrunners, standing at 8-19 overall and 2-12 in the American Athletic Conference, face a pivotal moment in their season. Despite their struggles, UTSA has showcased moments of brilliance, led by Jordan Ivy-Curry, who averages 16.5 points per game. The Roadrunners' offensive firepower, with 78.1 points per game, contrasts sharply with their defensive challenges, conceding an average of 82.8 points. This gap highlights a team with potential hampered by inconsistency. The Roadrunners' 41.0% field goal shooting and 33.1% from beyond the arc, coupled with a commendable rebounding effort led by Carlton Linguard Jr. with 6.1 rebounds per game, underscore a team that battles hard on the boards.

Defensively, UTSA must tighten up, as their opponents have found too much comfort shooting 45.4% from the field and a staggering 37.6% from 3-point range against them. Despite these challenges, UTSA's resilience is evident in their ability to stay competitive in games, as reflected in their recent performances and the leadership from players like Christian Tucker, who not only leads in assists but also contributes significantly in steals. As they prepare to face North Texas, the Roadrunners will need to leverage their offensive capabilities while finding ways to shore up their defense, making this matchup a critical test of their ability to overcome adversity and improve their standing within the conference.

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Over two-and-a-half weeks have passed since the Spurs’ 2023-24 season came to an end, and while they only barely managed to match last season’s win total of 22, that doesn’t mean there wasn’t anything memorable about it. Quite the contrary, actually. In that spirit, I thought it would be fun to look back at some of the most moments moments from the season. They could be entire games, certain plays, notable stat lines — really anything that will stick with us for a while, beginning with...

Similar to last season’s 5-2 start, the Spurs gave us a bit of false hope early with a 3-2 start (before the dreaded 18-game losing streak), which was capped off by consecutive wins at the home of a Phoenix Suns team that had championship aspirations behind a new big three of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. The first game featured a huge rally by the Spurs who were still down by three late before a Victor Wembanyama putback slam with six seconds left, followed by a Keldon Johnson steal and layup in the backcourt to secure the 115-114 win on their only lead of the game.

The second game was almost a mirror image of the first, with the Spurs holding a double-digit lead most of the night before staving off a late Suns rally, but more importantly, it was Wemby’s “breakout” NBA game, showing the hype was real with 38 points and 10 rebounds in just his fifth career game.

After the early success, it was all downhill for quite a while for the Spurs, but a turning point in the season overall was a tight 111-115 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in January. While it wasn’t a win, it was the game where Tre Jones finally returned to starting point guard, and the difference in the Spurs’ level of play was palpable. However, in the long term, the most memorable thing about that game will be the first matchup between two European unicorns in Wemby and Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the latter had himself a night with a dominant 44 points, the former held his own against the 2x MVP, including making a statement with one epic block that gave the Spurs a chance to force overtime.

It’s nearly impossible to keep track of how many historic feats Wemby accomplished throughout his rookie season, but one big one was not just recording a triple-double, but two using different stats. The first came via assists, with a 16-12-10 stat line in a January blowout win at Detroit, and the other was a more rare type with blocks, going 27-14-10 in their one Rodeo Road Trip win in Toronto.

Speaking of that game in Toronto, it featured one of my favorite plays of the season, courtesy of Devin Vassell. As the ball was heading out of bounds on the sidelines, he jumped to save it with his back to the court, and in one fluid motion flung it behind his back to an open Wemby under the basket. Wemby was already shocked before he could even complete the formality of putting the ball in the basket, and the look he had while heading back up the court was priceless.

It was another rough Rodeo Road Trip for the young Spurs, and while the return home is always a relief, it didn’t look like a win would immediately be in the works with the rising Oklahoma City Thunder waiting. However, the Spurs stunned everyone with a strong team performance for the win, and Wemby all but secured the Rookie of the Year vote with a three and dad-block over his main opponent, Chet Holmgren, on consecutive plays.

The post-RRT trip Spurs were a different team, and another time they showed it was against a Knicks team that was fighting for playoff seeding. It was yet another big Wemby game with a 40-20-7 (assist) stat line to help overcome 61 points from Jalen Brunson, but it still took a full team effort. It all came down to a wild fourth quarter with several lead changes and a thrilling OT, capped by Wemby throwing the ball into the stands for his first NBA fine.

Maybe the most satisfying win of the season came in the penultimate game, when a depleted Spurs team stunned a healthy defending-champion Nuggets squad that was still fighting for the top seed. It seemed like it would be just another loss as they got down big early in the second half, but instead the Spurs staged an impressive second-half comeback sparked by 17 straight points from Wemby in the third quarter to get them back into the game.

Then, it was another wild final few minutes, capped off with a game-winning lay-up by Devonte’ Graham (a.k.a. Unc), who had patiently sat on the bench all season but was ready when called upon. It was a joy seeing his teammates so happy for him.

This might just be recency bias, but I couldn’t finish without mentioning Jones’ dunk in the Spurs’ blowout win of the Pistons to close the season. Both teams were playing skeleton crews, but that didn’t matter to the Spurs as the ran away with the game, and by the time Jones completed his only dunk of the season, everyone was having too much fun. His smile, the sheer joy from his teammates on the bench — I keep finding myself rewatching it and smiling even today, and it brings a level of happiness to sustain me while we optimistically wait another six months for a new season.

and the crowd goes CRAZY‼️ pic.twitter.com/pZoYRKjz2D

— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) April 14, 2024

How about you, Pounders? What are some more memorable moments (the positive kind) from the season that that will stick with you? Feel free to add more in the comments below!

The San Antonio Spurs biggest rival may end up being the Oklahoma City Thunder but not for the reason you think.

NBA fans got their first taste of Victor Wembanyama this season and the returns were more than what was expected. He had some of the most ridiculous performances, while routinely making highlight plays that make you belly laugh incredulously. Prior to his arrival, you had never seen a player do what he has been able to do on the court at his size.

Wembanyama's American introduction wasn't presented alone, though. Chet Holmgren not only had his rookie season at the same time but ended up on the Oklahoma City Thunder. The league could not write a better script for a heavyweight rivalry if they tried. If the basketball gods stay on the side of fans, everyone will get to watch those two go head-to-head for two decades.

It's easy to get caught up in the battles that take place on the hardwood because they're right in front of your face. The high-level basketball played on the floor is why you watch but it is not the only factor in deciding the outcomes fans enjoy. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet and their assortment of talented players will be problems for years to come but the biggest threat is the man running their front office: General Manager Sam Presti.

The biggest threat to San Antonio's return to dominance is Sam Presti

Oklahoma City is the only organization in the NBA with more first-round draft picks than San Antonio. The Thunder are sitting on a potential 16 opening-round selections until 2030, including 3 in this year's draft.

Presti joined their franchise in 2007 when they were still in Seattle and hasn't left, making him the longest-tenured GM in the league. His first move was to draft Kevin Durant. He put together the young, dynamic OKC team that fans remember fondly, composed of KD, Russell Westbrook, James Harden and Serge Ibaka. Many feel like it was a mistake to trade Harden when he did but that team continued to make deep postseason runs.

When Durant wanted out and Westbrook left, it made life difficult for their front office and they had to pivot but with patience and efficient asset management, they are back in the thick of things. With Presti at the helm, they will likely continue to manage the team at an elevated level. He even secured ex-Spurs shooting coach Chip Engelland.

So, if the Spurs want to retake the top spot in this rivalry, they better be prepared to go with the war with the mind of Sam Presti. That means having more hits than misses in the coming draft and beyond. However, the determining factor may end up being that San Antonio has Victor Wembanyama. That helps.

Before the rooster sings, you may want to snooze your alarm clock this weekend. A new bar has opened its doors for lively nights in the Texas Hill Country.

Fair Oaks Roost is opening its doors on Friday, May 3, from 5 p.m. to midnight. It is located at 9091 Fair Oaks Parkway, Suite 201, just under 30 miles from San Antonio.

"Join us for an evening of jubilation, superb drinks, and memories waiting to be made... Friday is the night to rendezvous at Fair Oaks Roost! Can't wait to see you there! Cheers!" the business wrote in an invitation to the public.

The bar has marketed itself as "your Texas Hill Country Sports Bar and Grill." From seasoned craft beer aficionados to cocktail enthusiasts, the bar is open to all for a tailored experience perfect for the whole crew.

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Fair Oaks Roost offers bubbly and spirit-based drinks, along with wine and beer by the tap. Bottles and cans will also be available. Prices for drinks start at $5 and go up to $56, according to the menu.

As far as food goes, Fair Oaks Roost serves a variety of appetizers, salads, wings, grilled entrees, and pizza. The restaurant will offer gluten-free crust for pizza orders. Menu items range from $13 to $29.

To top it off, the bar and grill will offer edible and drinkable desserts. Prices range from $9 to $13.

Outside of food and drinks, the sports bar has a variety of screens for watching games, matches, or tournaments. There is also a dart board, golfing game, and pool table.

May 3, 2024

Hill Country Reporter

Victoria Lopez is a Hill Country Trending Reporter at MySA. She graduated from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2020 with a BA in Mass Communications – Public Relations. Before joining the team in November 2023, she worked as a digital reporter and producers in broadcast journalism. In her free time, Victoria enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as baking for any and every occasion!

On a cool December night 11 years ago, Marcos Maidana put his machismo and tough-guy persona on display at the Alamodome.

For 12 rounds, Maidana used his genuine dislike for his opponent to bully and batter trash-talking Adrien Broner, a three-division champion, and shocked the crowd of 11,000 with a convincing upset victory.

The fight turned the Argentine warrior into a household name in the United States.

It was a night Mario Barrios, then a wide-eyed teenager one fight into his pro career, would never forget.

“It was exciting being there in person,” Barrios recalls. “The crowd was going crazy. I remember the beating Maidana put on Broner that night.”

More than a decade later, Barrios gets set to take on Maidana’s younger brother, Fabian.

The two are scheduled to meet Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in a 12-round bout for Barrios’ WBC interim welterweight title.

It’s the co-main event on an 11-bout, PBC Pay-Per-View card (7 p.m.) headlined by undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez (60-2-2, 39 KOs) defending his WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO belts against undefeated Jaime Munguia (43-0, 34 KOs) in a classic Cinco de Mayo, Mexico vs. Mexico matchup.

Barrios (28-2, 18 KOs) originally was expected to take on hard-hitting Jaron “Boots” Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs) of Philadelphia, but Ennis, one of boxing’s hottest stars, went another direction by signing a multi-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing.

Premier Boxing Champions matchmakers then turned to Maidana.

Nine years younger than Marcos, Fabian Maidana (22-2, 16 KOs) has kept a much lower profile than his more celebrated brother and, at 31, is still attempting to emerge from his shadow.

In addition to Broner, Marcos Maidana fought the likes of Amir Khan, Victor Ortiz, Erik Morales and Floyd Mayweather Jr. (twice) during his 10-year career.

Fabian has been a B-level fighter fighting B-level competition since turning pro in 2014.

“My brother has left an indelible mark in boxing, no doubt about that,” said Fabian Maidana, who reportedly is not close to his older sibling. “I’ve come here to leave my own mark: to win, to give the fans a great fight and to start my own chapter.”

He’ll need to be on top of his game. Not only has he fought tougher competition, but Barrios is the naturally bigger fighter, although Maidana maintains a longer reach.

And with trainer Bob Santos in his corner, having replaced Virgil Hunter, Barrios, 28, seems to be hitting his stride as a welterweight.

He’s 2-0 since consecutive losses to Gervonta Davis and Keith Thurman, including a career-defining win over Cuba’s Yordenis Ugas in September in which Barrios controlled the fight with his much-improved jab in a one-sided win.

Maidana is the type of fighter Barrios can look good against. And with Terence Crawford, who owns the outright WBC belt, moving up to 154 pounds to fight Israil Madrimov on Aug. 3, Barrios is looking to move to the head of the class within the welterweight division.

Still, he remains wary of the younger Maidana, who has 16 of his 22 wins by knockout.

“We know he’s coming from the Maidana fighting family, so we know he’ll be at his best,” said Barrios, who’s fighting on a Canelo Alvarez card for the second time. “He’s trying to step out from his brother’s shadow and I just have to make sure I’m on top of everything.”

Barrios, who earlier announced on Instagram that his partner, Omayra Figueroa, the sister of Brandon Figueroa (also on Saturday’s card), and former WBC lightweight champion Omar Figueroa Jr., both of Weslaco, is pregnant with the couple’s first child, noted the Maidana brothers’ differences in style.

“I think Fabian is a more patient and relaxed fighter, which makes him dangerous,” Barrios said. “He’s different in that regard but he’s a very powerful puncher like his brother.”