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This episode previews UTSA's defensive line heading into the 2026 season and looks at the biggest early camp takeaways from the unit. Jared and Adrian also discuss who might be flying under the radar, which transfers are poised to make an immediate impact, and how a new defensive line coach could impact the play on the field. Sign up for a free month of Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 (Offer expires at kickoff against UTRGV) Video: https://youtu.be/GwVtKxfR2Rk
Aug 1343 min
With the Roadrunners kicking off fall camp this week it's time for us to dive into this season's schedule. A relatively favorable schedule will give UTSA a chance to take an early lead in the conference championship run, but they'll first need to handle business against Texas State. We breakdown each opponent on the schedule, highlighting the most important games on the docket. Want to unlock all of our season preview content? Join us for a free month on Patreon at this link: https://www.patreon.com/alamodomeaudible/redeem/EDAA2 Video: https://youtu.be/eDJchjL_N1o 0:00 Intro: season stakes for Jeff Traylor & UTSA 3:12 AAC race wide open entering 2026 6:26 Vegas win total & schedule strength 10:38 vs. UTRGV 18:22 at Texas State 24:13 at Texas 26:02 vs. Colorado State 32:38 at Rice 37:32 vs. South Florida 44:04 vs. Navy 46:15 at Tulane 50:19 at Florida Atlantic 53:19 vs. North Texas 57:29 at UAB 1:01:08 vs. Tulsa 1:04:33 Season outlook & win total prediction
Aug 61h 11m
The Roadrunners had a bigger impact to the MLB Draft than expected this year which may pose some problems for the 2027 roster. Dan and Rylan react to the landing spots of the Roadrunners who moved on to the next level, and discuss how UTSA will need to overcome a lack of returning production on the mound to enjoy a successful continuation of the program's success. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZFi3QS5OzU
Jul 311h 3m
We follow up on our recent book review of "Still Undefeated: How UTSA Football Went from Forbidden to Significant" by having the co-authors of the book join the show to discuss their creative process and a few stories from the early days of UTSA Football. Brad Parrott served as a Senior Assistant Athletic Director during the program's formative years, while Jim Goodman joined him as the Associate Athletic Director in the lead up to the first game. Tune in to this episode for a deep dive into the program's history, then go pick up a copy of this excellent book. Video: https://youtu.be/jTYkrQgG7oY
Jul 1337 min
UTSA Baseball broadcast voice Jordy Fee-Platt makes his Around the Bird Bath debut to help us wrap up another highly successful season for the Roadrunners. While UTSA fell just short of repeat NCAA tournament appearances, the Roadrunners overcame a critical injury in the first inning of the season to clinch a regular season championship. We reflect on the season and look ahead to 2027 as UTSA navigates the transfer portal. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfwbyXDamHk
Jul 651 min
The tournament's #1 seed following their regular season championship, UTSA relied on their pitching staff on the way to the tournament finale, but ECU's Ethan Norby blew through the UTSA lineup to put an end to their season. There's a lot to unpack, including the Roadrunners' performance in the tournament, not receiving an at-large bid, and what the program will need to get back to the NCAA tournament next season. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMafiRFmF2E
May 2654 min
For the second straight season, the Roadrunners are regular season champions. While UTSA had a very lack luster performance, winning just one game against UAB was enough to hand them the first overall seed and a share of the regular season title. Dan and Rylan recap the series and preview the conference tournament, as an at large bid looks to be increasingly difficult to attain. Video: https://youtu.be/XxXemwzoqy4
May 1955 min
The Roadrunners' defense let them down on the road in Tennessee as Memphis took two of three from UTSA, snapping the Roadrunners' historic conference series win streak. UTSA's RPI dropped drastically after dropping two games, putting a lot of pressure on the Roadrunners to tighten things up to secure a regular season championship and limit the demands on their pitching staff in the conference tournament. Video: https://youtu.be/N41UsCWWDUY
May 1144 min
UTSA's pitching depth showed up against Wichita State, helping the Roadrunners finally earn a conference sweep and protect their first place position in the American. We take a look at what went right in the weekend series and preview what should be a highly-emotional midweek contest against UT-Austin. Don't forget to check out our new vintage baseball merch line: https://alamoaudible.com/product-category/sandlot/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7KqpVdElRE
May 557 min
UTSA's Spring Game returned to the Alamodome as the Roadrunner faithful got their first look at the 2026 roster. Jared was in attendance to take stock of new additions to the program and assess how young players developing. Tune in to hear which position groups surprised, and which may still be cause for concern as we look towards the future. Video: https://youtu.be/bL-guDDRUz8
Apr 2846 min
After two strong wins against Tulane in New Orleans, it was a bit frustrating to see UTSA once again struggle to close the door on a series with a sweep but the Roadrunners did enough to hold a three-way tie for first place in the American. The Roadrunners will face UIW next in a game that unfortunately will cause a drop in RPI regardless of a win or a loss. Video: https://youtu.be/CV_n4EKaCzE
Apr 2734 min
UTSA's incredible run of consecutive conference series victories continued last weekend after the Roadrunners took two of three games against the Charlotte 49ers. While the sweep continues to stay elusive, it was still a great showing from UTSA despite an injury to Drew Detlefsen. Next up is one of the most anticipated midweek games of the year as UTSA travels to face Texas A&M. Video: https://youtu.be/pKRivndlJcQ
Apr 2151 min
A violent collision at the plate led to several players being ejected as a hard-fought series between the Roadrunners and Bulls ended with a UTSA weekend victory. We recap all of the action from the Bird Bath, and preview the upcoming midweek contest against the Baylor Bears. Video: https://youtu.be/Ol5n2nl4ECQ
Apr 1356 min
UTSA overcame an extra innings heart break in game one to pull out an important series win on the road against Rice. The Roadrunners pitching stepped up in a big way, efficiently working their way through innings to minimize bullpen usage. Next up is a very tough midweek road trip to face a surging Tarleton State. Video: https://youtu.be/VlLYkHuf63s
Apr 659 min
The UTSA-ECU weekend series was everything we expected as two conference heavyweights battled it out at Roadrunner Field. UTSA was the series victor, but needed a Caden Miller walk-off single in extra innings to pull it off. Dan and Rylan dive into an extended recap of the ECU series, then preview a challenging mid-week game against UIW. Video: https://youtu.be/TF0cfTlkqs
Mar 3053 min
The Roadrunners are ramping up for an improved 2026 season as a fresh batch of transfers angle for playing time along returning veterans. We also get some early impressions from Rick Bowie's leadership of the offense. Tune in to hear us discuss initial takeaways from UTSA's first spring practices of 2026. Video: https://youtu.be/QeYBcb4_eQY
Mar 3040 min
A rotation shake up helped UTSA regain their mojo as they were the only American program to win their road series on the opening weekend of conference play. Tune in as we recap this weekend's improved performance and preview an upcoming midweek rematch against A&M Corpus Christi. Video: https://youtu.be/-qvPbx_jg80
Mar 2345 min
The Roadrunners are coming off their worst weekend of the season, as UT Arlington shocked UTSA with a series win. Pitching was rough, but the fielding may have been even more concerning. This series loss bounced UTSA from the top 25 and shined a light on many of the team's current shortcomings. Video: https://youtu.be/0v3k9E_C5VE
Mar 1739 min
The #24 Roadrunners had a successful weekend in Las Cruces despite dropping the Sunday game in their series with New Mexico State. Now UTSA faces a prolonged road trip as they head back to Texas for a two-game midweek with Texas Tech. Expect a lot of runs in these games as the Red Raiders boast a line up just as potent as UTSA's Video: https://youtu.be/UT1WSse3a9U
Mar 1047 min
The Roadrunners have earned their first ever regular season Top 25 ranking after knocking off Ohio State, #9 Coastal Carolina, and Baylor at the Bruce Bolt Classic in Daikin Park. Dan recaps the three victories, highlighting some very impressive performances on both the pitching staff and line up. Next up for the Roadrunners is a mid-week road trip to Corpus Christi, where UTSA has traditionally struggled on the island. Can UTSA avoid the post-ranking let down?
Mar 347 min
The Roadrunners continue to build on the best start in program history as they reached 7-0 via an impressive sweep of perennial Texas mid-major power Dallas Baptist. Is this a shift in the Texas college baseball power structure? Dan and Rylan dive into the weekend recap, and preview a highly-anticipated mid-week rivalry showdown with Texas State. Video: https://youtu.be/I4U3CYVYK7E
Feb 231h 7m
The largest signing class in program history has inked their scholarship offers and mostly arrived on campus. With the transfer portal closed, we now know what the Roadrunners' roster will look like this fall. We took a deep dive into the recruiting class to highlight the top transfers, JUCO additions, and high school talent joining the program. 0:00:00 UTSA's 2026 Recruiting Trends 0:15:05 Top Transfers and Their Potential Impact 0:28:46 High School Recruits Spotlight 0:40:39 JUCO Transfers and Their Impact 49:51 Most Confident and Least Confident Positions 01:01:24 Most Improved Position Units 01:05:10 Under the Radar Players and Immediate Impact 01:13:18 Quarterback Conversations Video: https://youtu.be/DRTnj2m7XGE
Feb 201h 25m
Thank you to all of our listeners who voted in the seventh-annual Domey Awards! We're thrilled to present the nominees and winners in each category in another spectacular production from our Creative Director Aaron Livingston. Remember that Domey nominations are open year round, so tag or message us with any 2026 memes or moments deserving of recognition. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMelqC0d1P8 0:00 Intro 12:52 In Memoriam 16:16 Athletics Moment of the Year 26:59 Top Off-Field Moment of the Year 33:00 Game of the Year 39:49 Non-Athletics Moment of the Year 46:53 Newcomer of the Year 52:12 Male Athlete of the Year 58:11 Female Athlete of the Year 1:01:24 Coach of the Year 1:07:01 Team of the Year 1:09:38 Meme of the Year 1:20:32 Outro
Feb 181h 22m
In this episode of Around the Bird Bath, hosts Dan and Rylan discuss the opening weekend for UTSA Baseball, highlighting the team's performance in their series against South Dakota State. They delve into the unfortunate injury of junior ace Rob Orloski, the pitching staff's performance, and the offensive explosion that saw the team score 43 runs over the weekend. The conversation also touches on the upcoming midweek game against Illinois Chicago and the potential challenges ahead as the team prepares for tougher competition. 00:00 Weekend Recap and Opening Series Highlights 06:19 Rob Orloski's Injury 15:05 Pitching Performance Overview 18:54 Debut of Freshman Pitchers 26:03 Offensive Explosion: Hitting Highlights 27:39 Aggressive Base Running and Player Development 29:01 Spotlight on Aidan Eshelman 32:44 Caden Miller's Leadership and Performance 35:43 Previewing the Upcoming Game Against UIC Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMor6-ws_T8
Feb 1648 min
Dan and Rylan are back to discuss the excitement surrounding the 2026 UTSA baseball season. They reflect on the previous season's successes, the key contributors returning, and the newcomers expected to make an impact. The conversation also covers preseason predictions, rivalries, and the upcoming series against South Dakota State, highlighting the team's expectations and the challenges they may face. 00:00 Excitement for the 2026 Season 06:26 Key Contributors and Roster Changes 09:11 Preseason Predictions and Rankings 12:08 Returning Players to Watch 19:22 Newcomers and Fresh Faces 27:30 Series We're Most Excited For 44:504 Previewing the South Dakota State Series Video: https://youtu.be/vFLgqVdXlrM
Feb 111h
The Roadrunners have a new offensive coordinator as Jeff Traylor tabbed Western Kentucky OC Rick Bowie to take the reigns in San Antonio. Jared, Adrian, and Javi discuss the recent coaching changes and what to expect from the re-worked offensive staff in 2026. 0:00:00 Introduction and Offseason Reflections 0:02:45 Coaching Staff Changes and Fan Reactions 0:03:40 Evaluating Departing Coaches 0:09:00 New Offensive Coordinator: Rick Bowie 0:20:18 Deep Dive into Rick Bowie's Coaching Philosophy 0:38:50 Storm Routes: A New Approach to Air Raid Offense 0:42:41 Simplifying the Offense for Quarterback Success 0:47:17 Coaching Changes and Future Prospects 0:52:14 Concerns and Considerations for the New Coaching Staff Video: https://youtu.be/TK3vY28QwOQ
Jan 131h
Following a lackadaisical start that put FIU up 14-0 through the first five minutes, UTSA snaps into game mode to go on a 57-6 barrage and secure their third straight bowl win. The victory also secured the Roadrunners a winning record in 2025, finishing 7-6 for the second straight season. While hoisting hardware is a great way to end the up-and-down season, Jeff Traylor must quickly shift his focus to the most important offseason of his collegiate coaching career - hiring an offensive coordinator and reloading a defense that has seen mass exodus to the transfer portal. 03:12 Early Struggles 06:26 Talent Disparity 10:18 Roster Management and Portal Exodus 18:05 Recurring Disciplinary Issues 25:58 Individual Player Performances 27:19 Offensive Play Calling 32:31 Assessing Coaching Changes and Conference Dynamics 34:01 Planning for 2026: Roster Construction 36:54 Defensive Challenges and Areas of Focus 43:07 Transfer Portal Insights and Future Strategies Video: https://youtu.be/FZF90RYUyxI
Dec 2848 min
The Army Black Knights continue to be impervious to the magic of the Alamodome, as they knocked off the Roadrunners 27-24 in San Antonio to end UTSA's regular season with a loss. We break down what went wrong for the Roadrunners, before pivoting into some reflection on the Roadrunners' 2025 season and what changes could be in store for 2026. Note that this episode was recorded before news broke of Justin Burke's departure to Kentucky to join Will Stein. Chapters 00:00 Reflecting on UTSA's Home Loss Streak 06:05 Momentum Shifts in the Game 10:55 Army's Physicality and Coaching Influence 13:07 UTSA's Execution vs. Army's Aggression 14:55 The Turning Point: The Pick Six 18:59 Small Mistakes Leading to Big Consequences 23:24 Highlighting Standout Players 27:24 Reflections on the Season's Performance 30:24 Missed Opportunities and Frustrations 43:59 Expectations for Offseason Changes 53:58 Evaluating Recruitment and Coaching Changes 58:55 Franchise Tagging Players for the Future Video: https://youtu.be/7rDC53LekNk
Dec 31h 13m
UTSA's win streak in conference games in the Alamodome is the stuff of legends, but one team has consistently had the Roadrunners number in the confines of the Dome -- The Army Black Knights. Now conference mates, could Army put an end to UTSA's home winning streak to secure their bowl eligibility? 00:00 Happy Thanksgiving! 01:30 UTSA Football Season Recap 02:44 Previewing the Army Black Knights Matchup 04:52 Army's Offensive Strategy and Key Players 10:10 UTSA's Defensive Challenges Against Army 14:24 UTSA's Offensive Strategy Against Army 19:36 Senior Day and Player Highlights 29:23 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook Video: https://youtu.be/E4_rRtu00bA
Nov 2532 min
Baseball season will be here before we know it, and today's release of the Roadrunners' 2026 schedule brings us that much closer to first pitch. Dan is joined by UTSA Baseball alumnus James Taussig to discuss this season's schedule, highlight some key matchups, and discuss the flawed RPI system in college baseball.
Nov 241h
Alamodome magic showed up once again as the Roadrunners smoked the ECU Pirates 58-24, giving UTSA their sixth-straight season of bowl eligibility, while the Pirates were eliminated from American Conference championship contention. We had to spend some time in this episode searching for answers around why the Alamodome has been such an unfriendly site for opponents. 00:00 Dominating Victory Over ECU 05:21 Inconsistency on the Road vs. Home Performance 08:19 Comparing This Year to Last Year 14:02 Offensive Line Performance 16:52 Key Plays and Momentum Shifts 19:48 Future Outlook 25:00 Defensive Highlights and Culture 28:59 The Alamodome's Home Field Advantage 38:30 Defensive Performances and Team Resilience 42:10 Is UTSA vs ECU becoming a rivalry? Video: https://youtu.be/8i-c6iyL3hM
Nov 2448 min
The Roadrunners finally earned their first conference road win in two years with a too-close-for-comfort win over Charlotte. Can UTSA now extend their home conference winning streak? It'll be a big challenge against an ECU team who is still in the hunt for a bid to the conference championship game. 0:00:00 UTSA's Road Win: A Mixed Bag 0:06:07 The Importance of Bowl Eligibility 0:09:08 Coaching and Leadership Concerns 0:11:56 Offensive Performance: The Good and the Bad 0:14:57 Defensive Dominance 0:17:53 Special Teams Struggles 0:20:37 Running Back Dynamics 0:36:24 Previewing the Matchup: UTSA vs. ECU 0:54:58 Game Predictions and Fan Engagement 01:00:52 Traditions and Fan Experiences Video: https://youtu.be/BENzBCGa_Es
Nov 181h 8m
7Alex Golesh and his Bulls down-right decimated the UTSA Roadrunners, then had a lot to say about it. It's just the latest entry in a frustrating cycle for the program where the Roadrunners secure a big win at home and look to be turning the corner before falling flat on their face when they step into another team's stadium. Can UTSA put their road woes to the side to beat a deeply struggling Charlotte program? We better hope so. 0:00:00 UTSA gets wrecked on the road once again 0:03:50 Alex Golesh calls out Jeff Traylor 0:10:00 It's not been a fun year to be a UTSA fan 0:22:10 We actually talk about the game a little bit 0:37:32 Charlotte is a real mess right now 40:33 Biff Poggi set Charlotte back by years 43:19 Defensive Challenges and Team Dynamics 46:17 Fan Engagement and Team Morale 49:06 Looking Ahead: Remaining Games and Predictions 51:58 Coaching Pressure and Future Changes Video: https://youtu.be/qzxlkUHv2xQ
Nov 111h 2m
We're extremely thrilled to introduce you all to Dan's new co-host, Paisano Sports Editor Rylan Renteria! Tune in to hear how Rylan got his start covering UTSA Baseball and how he developed such a passion for the program. Rylan and Dan also share some hints on scheduling, as well as break down the action from the UTSA Fall World Series.
Nov 549 min
Don't count out the Roadrunners in the Alamodome, especially in their black out unis. UTSA felt disrespected by Tulane, and responded in kind of a shocking 48-26 shellacking on ESPN. We break down how the Roadrunners were able to turn things around, and discuss the improving health of the offense. Next up is another super formidable opponent, as USF boasts what may be the deepest roster UTSA has ever seen a conference opponent bring into battle. 00:00 UTSA's Surprising Upset Victory 03:12 Defensive Performance and Team Dynamics 06:25 Quarterback Health and Performance 09:02 Offensive Strategy and Play Calling 18:07 Coaching and Future Prospects 29:54 Roster Management and Player Development 32:33 Special Teams Surprises and Performance 35:12 Coaching Challenges and Program Expectations 46:50 UTSA's Upcoming Challenge Against USF 49:59 Analyzing USF's Roster and Performance 58:43 Game Predictions and Final Thoughts Video: https://youtu.be/yNTgUzuH_B8
Nov 41h 6m
The outlook for both UTSA Men's and Women's basketball looks tough to tip off the 2025-2026 season. Austin Claunch has to flip his entire roster (again) in his second season, while Karen Aston will need to nurse up an extremely injured roster. We examine the roster on both programs and preview the upcoming schedule. 00:00 Season Preview: Excitement and Expectations 03:19 Roster Reconstruction: A Fresh Start 06:07 Challenges of Player Retention and Team Chemistry 09:13 Exhibition Game Analysis: Lessons Learned 11:59 Upcoming Schedule: What Lies Ahead 14:42 Key Players to Watch: New Additions and Potential Stars 17:28 Conference Landscape: Assessing the Competition 24:16 Impact Transfers and Freshmen to Watch 40:29 Women's Team Challenges and Injuries 45:51 Expectations for the Women's Team Video: https://youtu.be/eM35b1tQ3ZQ
Oct 3151 min
Jeff Traylor chose to stood pat over the bye week after the Roadrunners were humiliated against rival North Texas. Will UTSA find a way to generate a spark after the bye week, or will the Roadrunners fall flat again? The 6-1 Tulane squad presents an opposing challenge as San Antonio enters the ESPN prime time spotlight. 00:00 Jeff Traylor's Press Conference and Team Morale 06:15 ESPN's Coverage and Student Engagement 14:10 Team Performance and Offensive Cohesion 18:39 Tulane's Strengths and Betting Lines 24:17 Jake Retzlaff: Tulane's Dynamic Quarterback 36:23 Tulane's Defensive Strengths 39:26 Special Teams and Game Predictions 42:05 Coaching Decisions and Future Implications Video: https://youtu.be/pRIYaIZNhpI
Oct 2854 min
Dan welcomes Andrew Riedell of College Baseball Central to Around the Bird Bath to check in on the status of American Conference baseball heading into the fall ball season. Andrew provides an absolute wealth of knowledge around the conference and the sport as a whole, including some great inside information gleamed from on-site visits to several programs. Dan and Andrew discuss which teams are winning in the transfer portal, and Andrew shares his pick for the preseason favorite for 2026.
Oct 221h 3m
Jeff Traylor's UTSA program has failed to show up in three games under Traylor's tenure. All three have been in rivalry games, with the most recent being a disgusting 55-17 beat down from the UNT Mean Green. This is the type of loss that points to deep cultural issues, as the head man himself ate his own cheese following an impressive but anticipated big win against Rice. The program is quickly heading into a death spiral without drastic change. 00:00 UTSA's Current Struggles 05:09 Fan Sentiment and Engagement 10:00 Coaching Accountability and Performance 19:34 Execution and Discipline Issues 23:55 Unraveling Culture at UTSA 30:24 Offensive Struggles and Quarterback Concerns 31:57 Defensive Failures and Missed Tackles 34:21 The Turning Point of the Game 40:42 Injuries and Team Performance 42:14 Rivalry Dynamics and Future Implications Video: https://youtu.be/VofRX_T6nP8
Oct 2048 min
The Roadrunners let some steam loose on the Rice Owls with a record-setting performance that saw UTSA knock three different Rice quarterbacks out of the game. UTSA's offense found a new level of explosiveness thanks to some home run plays through both the ground and the air. Meanwhile, UTSA's defense wouldn't be left out of the scoring party as they pitched in 16 points of their own. We recap this impressive blowout while looking ahead to a huge game against a 5-1 North Texas rival. 00:30 UTSA's Dominant Victory over Rice 10:58 Analyzing the Impact of the Win 31:21 Rivalry Overview: UTSA vs UNT 36:22 Analyzing UNT's 2025 Season 39:42 Key Players on the UNT Roster 52:19 Score Predictions Video: https://youtu.be/V5iW4uJADtg
Oct 1459 min
The Roadrunners looked to have corrected some issues coming out of the bye week, then halftime happened. Temple Head Coach K.C. Keeler ripped into his team at the half then took control of the contest to overcome an 11 point deficient. UTSA looks to be in deep trouble as the toughest part of the conference slate looms. Can the Roadrunners turn things around against a new look Rice offense? We introduce Scott Abell and his gun choice option. 0:00:00 UTSA disappoints on the road once again 0:05:09 Third quarter adjustments issues point to systemic problems with the program 0:20:49 Breaking down the highs and lows from the loss to Temple 0:41:02 Previewing Scott Abell's Rice Owls 0:57:08 Score predictions Video: https://youtu.be/2BkTdmRt06U
Oct 81h 3m
Both the Roadrunners and Owls will be fresh off of bye weeks on Saturday as they get the pads popping to begin conference play. UTSA has looked shaky through their 2-2 start, while Temple hasn't played an evenly-matched opponent yet. We break down the names and tendencies to know heading into this conference match up. 00:00 Introduction to Conference Play 03:14 UTSA's Performance and Expectations 11:56 Surprises of the Season 14:44 Previewing Temple's New Era 39:02 Game Predictions and Expectations Video: https://youtu.be/tS7h5wjUVg4
Oct 147 min
Enjoy a very special episode of Around the Bird Bath as Dan is joined by three alumni from UTSA's highly successful 2013 team - Mike Warren, Jaryd Hodgson, and John Bormann. The guys recollect on their journey to UTSA, culminating in a trip to regionals against Oregon State. All three guys are now very involved in bolstering support for the program today as the Roadrunners seek to build the facilities that the baseball program deserves.
Sep 301h 35m
Road wins against FBS opponents are never something to take for granted, but man was this offensive performance was hard to swallow. UTSA returns almost all of their offense, yet they look less cohesive than the defense where zero starters returned. We break down the performance against the CSU Rams and what needs to change in the bye week. 00:00 Introduction and Season Overview 03:08 Game Recap: UTSA vs. CSU Rams 06:09 Defensive Performance Analysis 09:06 Offensive Struggles and Concerns 11:57 Key Player Performances 15:00 Quarterback Challenges and Future Outlook 23:38 Mental Struggles and Team Cohesion 31:46 Special Teams Woes 38:10 Coaching Challenges and Future Outlook 42:34 UTSA's Area Code Guys Are Not Showing Up Video: https://youtu.be/nREGBsOddy8
Sep 2448 min
The Roadrunners handled business against Incarnate Word with a boring offensive game plan and a knack for generating turnovers against an overmatched opponent. Now UTSA has to build off of their first win with a challenging road trip to face an opponent they are 0-2 against historically. CSU's passing offense is in shambles, and UTSA has one of the worst secondaries in the country. Something's gotta give. 00:00:00 UTSA did what they had to do against UIW 00:06:58 Defensive Performance and Turnovers 00:10:54 Offensive Strategy and Passing Game 00:25:07 Defensive Adjustments and Coverage Issues 00:28:14 Emerging Talents in the Defensive Line 00:32:12 Linebacker Performance and Team Discipline 00:36:27 Special Teams Areas for Improvement 00:41:38 Introduction to Colorado State University Rams 01:01:11 Predictions Video: https://youtu.be/eU7SlY3ZDas
Sep 171h 12m
For the second straight year, Texas State looked like the better coached and more well prepared team in the I-35 rivalry. It was the Bobcats who stepped up each time a big play was needed, and never wavered in the face of adversity from the Roadrunners. Jess Loepp's secondary was torched, while the offense struggled with consistency. Where do things go from here? The answers are harder to find on the defensive end. 00:27 Texas State was the better team on the field, are they a better program now? 06:08 The Bobcats were so much more resilient in the heat of the contest 10:40 Pushing back on the narrative of the portal explaining UTSA's struggles 17:18 UTSA had some serious procedural complications on the offense 23:15 Let's be honest, this roster has some glaring holes 32:31 Special teams is a train wreck for UTSA 40:12 Highlighting positives for UTSA coming out of the loss 44:20 Previewing UIW ahead of the Hometown Showdown 55:40 UTSA's secondary will need to show improvement against a similar offense they struggled with last week 59:43 Score predictions Video: https://youtu.be/_EhCBPCf0tA
Sep 91h 6m
While the Roadrunners weren't able to pull the upset against #19 Texas A&M, UTSA sure looked the part against an SEC foe. Winning in the trenches and mostly avoiding penalties, Jeff Traylor feels like his team has the right stuff to compete for a championship. UTSA will have a chance to prove their progression over the offseason this week as they welcome Texas State to the Alamodome for the home opener. Can UTSA avenge last year's awful loss in the I-35 Showdown? 04:20 A&M performance recap 34:08 Listener voicemails 46:03 Previewing the Texas State Bobcats 1:11:00 Score predictions Video: https://youtu.be/9MGWFtoFNK0
Sep 31h 16m
Football season is back! The Roadrunners look to follow up on a hot finish to the 2024 season with Owen McCown back under center, but they'll need a rebuilt defense to step up. UTSA's first test will be a tough one as they'll travel to Kyle Field to face Mike Elko's Aggie squad. Video: https://youtu.be/gG8W2E2hPD8 00:00 Reflecting on 15 seasons of UTSA Football 05:59 Roster changes and portal impact 12:16 Shifts in the program culture 23:57 Players we're excited to watch 29:16 Remaining roster concerns 41:23 Texas A&M preview 1:10:02 Game predictions
Aug 251h 16m
We're back in the swing of things as the 2025 season creeps up! We break down UTSA's newly minted 210 Triangle of Toughness, and give a preview of UTSA's fall schedule. An imposing out of conference slate gives way to a fairly manageable American Conference schedule. Video: https://youtu.be/IZBa1ElupVM
Aug 141h 16m
In this episode of Around the Bird Bath, Dan provides a comprehensive summer check-in on UTSA baseball, discussing the team's performance, records broken during the season, and individual player achievements. He highlights the impressive statistics set by the team and players, including records for runs, RBIs, and pitching performances. Additionally, Dan touches on the challenges of tracking players during summer ball and the impact of transfers on the team. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the future of UTSA baseball and the importance of continued support from fans and sponsors.
Jul 1453 min
