Greg Luca
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Reporter covering UTSA, UIW and other area sports for the San Antonio Express-News. CT native and Florida alum. Hayley Williams fanboy, Adam Cole mark, 5K MMR scrub.
Facing one of the year's toughest turnarounds, the Spurs "emptied the tank" again and again versus the Magic. Behind De'Aaron Fox's late scoring, a game-saving block from Luke Kornet and contributions across the roster, San Antonio earned a win in Orlando. www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs...
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December 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Facing one of the year's toughest turnarounds, the Spurs "emptied the tank" again and again versus the Magic. Behind De'Aaron Fox's late scoring, a game-saving block from Luke Kornet and contributions across the roster, San Antonio earned a win in Orlando. www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs...
De’Aaron Fox scored San Antonio’s final 10 points, knocking down the winning free throws with 1.4 seconds remaining as the Spurs fought off a late rally to win 114-112 against the Orlando Magic.
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3 takeaways as De'Aaron Fox helps Spurs hold off Magic
De’Aaron Fox scored San Antonio’s final 10 points, knocking down the winning free throws with 1.4 seconds remaining as the Spurs fought off a late rally.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:58 AM
De’Aaron Fox scored San Antonio’s final 10 points, knocking down the winning free throws with 1.4 seconds remaining as the Spurs fought off a late rally to win 114-112 against the Orlando Magic.
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Since Victor Wembanyama’s injury, the Spurs have had the lowest turnover rate in the league at 11.2%, including a season-low six turnovers last night. San Antonio has been a little more loose with the ball to start tonight, already with six turnovers in the first quarter.
December 4, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Since Victor Wembanyama’s injury, the Spurs have had the lowest turnover rate in the league at 11.2%, including a season-low six turnovers last night. San Antonio has been a little more loose with the ball to start tonight, already with six turnovers in the first quarter.
In Orlando tonight to fill in on some Spurs coverage. San Antonio faces a quick turnaround, as coach Mitch Johnson said the team didn’t get to the hotel until about 3 a.m. The Magic are 7-2 since Paolo Banchero went down, while the Spurs are 6-2 without Victor Wembanyama.
December 4, 2025 at 12:11 AM
In Orlando tonight to fill in on some Spurs coverage. San Antonio faces a quick turnaround, as coach Mitch Johnson said the team didn’t get to the hotel until about 3 a.m. The Magic are 7-2 since Paolo Banchero went down, while the Spurs are 6-2 without Victor Wembanyama.
UTSA added a local standout at receiver and the top junior college linebacker in the country as the Roadrunners aimed to bolster their roster with the start of the early signing period Wednesday.
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UTSA lands area receiver, JUCO standout among top gets of early signing period
Christian Dupree and Archie Chambers were standouts among the 11 additions to the Roadrunners' roster on Wednesday.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:58 PM
UTSA added a local standout at receiver and the top junior college linebacker in the country as the Roadrunners aimed to bolster their roster with the start of the early signing period Wednesday.
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UIW opened the Southland Conference season by knocking off the team widely projected as the league favorite, using a putback from Marcus Glover in the final 10 seconds to take down McNeese 71-67 on Monday in the McDermott Center. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...
UIW opens Southland season by knocking off league favorite McNeese
Davion Bailey scored a game-high 29 points and Marcus Glover converted the game-winning putback in the final seconds, lifting the Cardinals to a win.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:14 AM
UIW opened the Southland Conference season by knocking off the team widely projected as the league favorite, using a putback from Marcus Glover in the final 10 seconds to take down McNeese 71-67 on Monday in the McDermott Center. www.expressnews.com/sports/artic...
In an otherwise strong performance for UTSA's defense, one long run and a few backbreaking fourth-down conversions made the difference for Army's triple-option offense. A closer look at some of the critical moments in this week's film study: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA film study: How Army found triple-option success to spring Alamodome upset
The Black Knights broke an explosive run and continued to thrive on fourth down, extending their winning streak against the Roadrunners.
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December 1, 2025 at 10:44 PM
In an otherwise strong performance for UTSA's defense, one long run and a few backbreaking fourth-down conversions made the difference for Army's triple-option offense. A closer look at some of the critical moments in this week's film study: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA's emotions following a loss to Army on Saturday centered around frustration: at the end of the Roadrunners' home winning streak, an inability to solve the Black Knights, and a 2025 regular season that fell short of expectations. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Army continues to frustrate UTSA, snapping Roadrunners' home winning streak
The Roadrunners were 25-0 at home against conference opponents under Jeff Traylor before suffering a third straight loss to the Black Knights on Saturday.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:29 AM
UTSA's emotions following a loss to Army on Saturday centered around frustration: at the end of the Roadrunners' home winning streak, an inability to solve the Black Knights, and a 2025 regular season that fell short of expectations. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Coach Jeff Traylor on UTSA’s loss to Army and the postgame scene, which included a little extra shoving as the final seconds ticked off, and then again during the Roadrunners alma mater: “Just an emotional ballgame, and that’s about it.”
November 30, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Coach Jeff Traylor on UTSA’s loss to Army and the postgame scene, which included a little extra shoving as the final seconds ticked off, and then again during the Roadrunners alma mater: “Just an emotional ballgame, and that’s about it.”
Behind two big plays and one fourth-quarter scoring drive, Army spoiled UTSA’s spotless home record against conference opponents, sending the Roadrunners seniors out with a 27-24 loss on Saturday in the Alamodome. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
3 takeaways as UTSA loses spotless home record, falling to Army
The Roadrunners were 25-0 against conference opponents in the Alamodome under Jeff Traylor but continued to struggle finding answers for the Black Knights.
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November 30, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Behind two big plays and one fourth-quarter scoring drive, Army spoiled UTSA’s spotless home record against conference opponents, sending the Roadrunners seniors out with a 27-24 loss on Saturday in the Alamodome. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA (6-5, 4-3 American Conference) is underway against Army (5-5, 3-4) in the Alamodome. Roadrunners seniors looking to close 26-0 at home against league opponents under Jeff Traylor. Game is streaming on ESPN+. UTSA won the toss and deferred, so Army takes the ball.
November 29, 2025 at 8:33 PM
UTSA (6-5, 4-3 American Conference) is underway against Army (5-5, 3-4) in the Alamodome. Roadrunners seniors looking to close 26-0 at home against league opponents under Jeff Traylor. Game is streaming on ESPN+. UTSA won the toss and deferred, so Army takes the ball.
UTSA has finished warmups for today’s matchup vs. Army. Most of the questionable players are dressed: WR Devin McCuin, RB Robert Henry and OL Kamar Missouri, Darrell Jones and Davion Hurth. Cory Godinet did take the first snap of 11 on 11 at right guard, however.
November 29, 2025 at 8:04 PM
UTSA has finished warmups for today’s matchup vs. Army. Most of the questionable players are dressed: WR Devin McCuin, RB Robert Henry and OL Kamar Missouri, Darrell Jones and Davion Hurth. Cory Godinet did take the first snap of 11 on 11 at right guard, however.
Visiting for the first time since joining the American, Army will test UTSA's 25-0 home record against league foes. The Black Knights already hold a 3-1 lead in the series through Jeff Traylor's tenure, delivering some of the Roadrunners' toughest losses. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA looking to erase past setbacks in physical matchup with Army
The Black Knights have been responsible for some of the toughest losses under Roadrunners coach Jeff Traylor thanks to their disciplined, physical style.
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November 29, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Visiting for the first time since joining the American, Army will test UTSA's 25-0 home record against league foes. The Black Knights already hold a 3-1 lead in the series through Jeff Traylor's tenure, delivering some of the Roadrunners' toughest losses. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA football vs. Army: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction as the Roadrunners prepare to contend with the Black Knights' triple-option offense. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA vs. Army: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction
The Roadrunners' defense is bracing for a physical test from the Black Knights' unorthodox triple-option offense.
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November 29, 2025 at 5:23 PM
UTSA football vs. Army: Preview, scouting report, betting info and prediction as the Roadrunners prepare to contend with the Black Knights' triple-option offense. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
In the era of the transfer portal, UTSA's senior day celebration will recognize players from a range of backgrounds, including one-season standouts like Shad Banks, two-year success stories like Jon Jones, and longtime workhorses like Dan Dishman.
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UTSA linebacker Shad Banks highlights Roadrunners' diverse senior class
In the transfer portal era, celebrating UTSA's seniors means recognizing a group ranging from one-year standouts to longtime workhorses.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:08 PM
In the era of the transfer portal, UTSA's senior day celebration will recognize players from a range of backgrounds, including one-season standouts like Shad Banks, two-year success stories like Jon Jones, and longtime workhorses like Dan Dishman.
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After the highs of a dominant win against East Carolina, UTSA is looking to avoid a letdown in the home finale against Army.
How to watch UTSA football vs. Army college football game Saturday
After the highs of a dominant win against East Carolina, UTSA is looking to avoid a letdown in the home finale against Army.
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November 27, 2025 at 7:40 PM
After the highs of a dominant win against East Carolina, UTSA is looking to avoid a letdown in the home finale against Army.
UTSA receiver and San Antonio native Jaren Randle stands as lesson in perseverance as he prepares to wrap up his six-year career Saturday, pushing through a career-threatening injury after years as a walk-on to earn the payoff of his first career TD. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
San Antonio native Jaren Randle caps six-year run at UTSA with first touchdown
After pushing through a devastating injury suffered in UTSA's 2024 opener, Randle is set to play in the Alamodome for the final time Saturday.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM
UTSA receiver and San Antonio native Jaren Randle stands as lesson in perseverance as he prepares to wrap up his six-year career Saturday, pushing through a career-threatening injury after years as a walk-on to earn the payoff of his first career TD. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA trailed by 10 points with less than four minutes remaining, but Cheyenne Rowe sparked a rally by scoring 10 of her team-high 20 points down the stretch, spurring the Roadrunners to a win against Grand Canyon.
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UTSA women erase late 10-point deficit, topping Grand Canyon
Cheyenne Rowe scored 10 of her team-leading 20 points in the final 2:06, spurring the Roadrunners to a win Wednesday in Frisco.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:54 AM
UTSA trailed by 10 points with less than four minutes remaining, but Cheyenne Rowe sparked a rally by scoring 10 of her team-high 20 points down the stretch, spurring the Roadrunners to a win against Grand Canyon.
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UTSA erased a double-digit deficit in the second half, riding a strong defensive performance to a 77-64 win over Georgia Southern. Jamir Simpson led the Roadrunners with 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Brent Moss scored 19 with eight rebounds. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA men use defense to spark second-half rally in win against Georgia Southern
The Roadrunners trailed by double digits in the second half but held the Eagles without a field goal for nearly 11 minutes, fueling an 18-3 run.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:21 AM
UTSA erased a double-digit deficit in the second half, riding a strong defensive performance to a 77-64 win over Georgia Southern. Jamir Simpson led the Roadrunners with 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Brent Moss scored 19 with eight rebounds. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
Gadgets like a reverse flea flicker and fake kneel grabbed attention, but UTSA's play-calling was a step ahead of ECU all day during Saturday's rout, as quarterback Owen McCown said OC Justin Burke dialed up a "perfect game." A closer look in film study: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA film study: How trick plays helped open up one-sided win against ECU
The Roadrunners connected on a reverse flea flicker and a fake quarterback kneel as part of a dominant offensive performance against the Pirates.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Gadgets like a reverse flea flicker and fake kneel grabbed attention, but UTSA's play-calling was a step ahead of ECU all day during Saturday's rout, as quarterback Owen McCown said OC Justin Burke dialed up a "perfect game." A closer look in film study: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
The UTSA men scored just three field goals in the final 17 minutes of a loss to Abilene Christian, while the Roadrunners women also struggled to get on track offensively, shooting 29.2% with 30 turnovers in a loss to Auburn. Monday's recaps: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA hits offensive slump late in loss to Abilene Christian
The Roadrunners scored just three field goals in the final 17 minutes of game time, losing in the Jacksonville Classic.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:38 AM
The UTSA men scored just three field goals in the final 17 minutes of a loss to Abilene Christian, while the Roadrunners women also struggled to get on track offensively, shooting 29.2% with 30 turnovers in a loss to Auburn. Monday's recaps: www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
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After a dominating win, Rodriguez needs only to capture the IBF title to stand as the undisputed champion in the junior bantamweight division.
“Bam” Rodriguez wins by knockout to claim WBA 115-pound title
After a dominating win, Rodriguez needs only to capture the IBF title to stand as the undisputed champion in the junior bantamweight division.
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November 23, 2025 at 8:30 PM
After a dominating win, Rodriguez needs only to capture the IBF title to stand as the undisputed champion in the junior bantamweight division.
“One of their D-linemen went on a podcast and said they’d end the Alamodome streak and come out here and dominate us,” QB Owen McCown said after UTSA routed ECU on Saturday. “So, yeah, I’ll just leave it at that. Obviously, the scoreboard says it all.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA dominates East Carolina to earn sixth straight bowl berth
The Roadrunners have won 25 straight home games against conference opponents following Saturday's one-sided upset win over the Pirates.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:48 AM
“One of their D-linemen went on a podcast and said they’d end the Alamodome streak and come out here and dominate us,” QB Owen McCown said after UTSA routed ECU on Saturday. “So, yeah, I’ll just leave it at that. Obviously, the scoreboard says it all.” www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor after a 58-24 win against East Carolina: “That’s as good as we’ve felt all year, because that team was really good. ... Total team win. The triangle was here in every element today. ... We just played almost spotless.”
November 23, 2025 at 1:01 AM
UTSA coach Jeff Traylor after a 58-24 win against East Carolina: “That’s as good as we’ve felt all year, because that team was really good. ... Total team win. The triangle was here in every element today. ... We just played almost spotless.”
UTSA is returning to a bowl game for a sixth straight year after rolling to a dominant 58-24 win against East Carolina on Saturday. The Roadrunners moved to 6-0 in black jerseys and 25-0 against conference opponents in the Alamodome under Jeff Traylor. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...
3 takeaways as UTSA earns bowl eligibility with rout of East Carolina
The Roadrunners entered as an underdog but quickly jumped out to a decisive lead, extending their home winning streak against conference opponents.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:15 AM
UTSA is returning to a bowl game for a sixth straight year after rolling to a dominant 58-24 win against East Carolina on Saturday. The Roadrunners moved to 6-0 in black jerseys and 25-0 against conference opponents in the Alamodome under Jeff Traylor. www.expressnews.com/sports/colle...