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SPORTS: New season, new coach: TAMIU hires new women’s basketball leader

2Dec

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Sports, Women's Basketball

SPORTS: New season, new coach: TAMIU hires new women’s basketball leader

New season, new coach SPORTS: TAMIU hires new women’s basketball leader By Kaily OlivoEditor-in-chiefPublished Monday, Dec. 1, 2025 With the new basketball season underway for the Dustdevils, the women’s basketball program welcomed coach Casey Fowler. Although originally from Missouri, Fowler began his time in Texas coaching at Arlington Baptist University, Dallas, a couple of years ago. “You kind of hear about different things, but there’s really a different level of athlete here in Texas, and that’s across all sports,” Fowler said. “[They’re] just really good athletes in the state of Texas. So, I kind of found that out on my first time here.” Jesus Chaires | BridgeNew woman's basketball coach Casey Fowler speaks during Maroon Madness on Oct. 21, 2025. As Fowler disco...

SPORTS: TAMIU intramurals: building connections, igniting ambition

1Dec

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Intramurals, Sports

SPORTS: TAMIU intramurals: building connections, igniting ambition

SPORTS: TAMIU intramurals: building connections, igniting ambition By Lauren DonovanBridge contributing writerPublished Monday, Dec. 1, 2025 More than just a series of games, intramural sports is an opportunity for students to unwind and remain active. In addition, it offers them a chance to explore new sports, test their limits and it gives former varsity players a chance to stay in the game, free from the rigorous expectations of university athletes. Through sports like basketball, volleyball, flag football, tennis, pickleball and more, Texas A&M International University’s intramurals program allows students from various backgrounds to team up for friendly competition. Grisseth Ortiz | BridgeTAMIU student Matthew Hernandez, right, participates in a basketball practice for...

CAMPUS: Maroon Madness kicks off basketball season

19Nov

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Entertainment, Features, Life & Arts, Men's Basketball, On Campus, Sports, Women's Basketball

CAMPUS: Maroon Madness kicks off basketball season

CAMPUS: Maroon Madness kicks off basketball season By Cynthia TorresBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 TAMIU held its annual Maroon Madness event where the women's and men's basketball teams kicked off their 2025-2026 season. The event began with various clubs outside the Kinesiology-Convocation Building, such as TAMIU K-Pop Organization and Repro Justice 956. Students participated in games, like bean-bag toss and air hockey, at various club booths. Smiles, laughter and overall good energy filled the air along with the waft of food. They offered food such as macaroni, burgers, Sloppy Joes, as well as desserts like brownies and cookies, plus drinks like lemonade and water. Arlene Morin | BridgeTAMIU men's and women's basketball teams make mummies during Maroon...

CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow’s Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition

20Oct

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Features, Life & Arts, Men's Basketball, On Campus, Sports, Women's Basketball

CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow’s Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition

CAMPUS: TAMIU gears up for tomorrow's Maroon Madness: A night of spirit, celebration, free tuition By Jesus ChairesSports EditorPublished Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 Tomorrow’s Stranger Things-inspired campus event, Maroon Madness, kicks off the basketball season in an entertaining way. Texas A&M International University expects to ignite campus pride as the annual event returns at the Kinesiology and Convocation Building. The annual pep rally and season opener promises an electric night filled with energy, entertainment and Dustdevil pride. Pre-Madness festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m., including games, photo opportunities and giveaways to fire up the crowd. Gymnasium doors open at 7:30 p.m. and organizers expect the KCB to transform into a sea of maroon as students, athletes and f...

SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors

30Sep

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Men's Cross Country, Sports

SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors

SPORTS: CROSS COUNTRY: Freshman breaks TAMIU record, sweeps weekly honors By Jesus ChairesSports EditorPublished Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 Freshman runner Ian Rono wasted no time making history. In just his first season with the Dustdevils, Rono shattered the school’s 4-mile record and swept the Lone Star Conference’s Male Runner of the Week and Male Freshman Runner of the Week awards. Jesus Chaires | BridgeCross Country runner Ian Rono practices at the TAMIU soccer field on Sept. 26, 2025. Rono claimed the men's individual title with a new 4-mile record during a cross country meet on Sept. 12. The Texas A&M International University standout performance came Sept. 12 at the UIW Invitational in San Antonio. Facing a 149-runner field, which included Division I and II competitor...

SPORTS: Athletics Department kicks off Fall 2025 semester with Kick & Serve Party

16Sep

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Men's Soccer, Sports, Women's Soccer

SPORTS: Athletics Department kicks off Fall 2025 semester with Kick & Serve Party

SPORTS: Athletics Department kicks off Fall 2025 semester with Kick & Serve Party By Leonardo MartinezBridge Staff WriterPublished Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025 Dustdevils athletics, students, alumni, fans and mascot Dusty filled the Golondrina Food Park patio for the Aug. 30 Fall Athletics Kick & Serve Party. The night included music, dance-offs, challenges and plenty of giveaways as Dusty hyped up the crowd in anticipation of the Fall 2025 sports season. For women’s soccer freshman defender Abigail Rodriguez, the event was a way to meet supporters even though she’s currently sidelined. She spoke with those present about her goals this season. Leonardo Martinez | BridgeTAMIU soccer player Ioannis Koupepides basks in the cheers of students at the Dustdevil Fall Season Kickoff...

SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players

25Apr

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Softball, Sports

SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players

Two on deck SPORTS: TAMIU softball season features standout players By Aaliyah McMillanBridge contributing writerPublished Thursday, April 24, 2025 TAMIU’s softball team heads toward the end of another season, fueled by dedication, teamwork and standout performances. Among the roster, two players—third baseman Queenandra Dunn and pitcher Zakayia Fredrick—emerged as key figures, bringing talent, leadership and determination to the Dustdevils. Texas A&M International University’s softball program works on a reputation of resilience and competitiveness. With a mix of seasoned players and fresh talent, the team strives for a strong end to its season in Lone Star Conference play. Sean Jimenez | BridgeSoftball players Queenandra Dunn, left, and Zakayia Fredrick pose for a phot...

16Apr

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Men's Basketball, Sports

SPORTS: Austin Spurs take down OKC Blue

SPORTS: Austin Spurs take down OKC Blue By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports Editorand Rodrigro RendonBridge Staff WriterPublished Wednesday, April 16, 2025 After an intense and competitive game, the Austin Spurs pulled out the win against the Oklahoma City Blue with a 116-98 final score. For the Sames Auto Arena game, the Spurs donned Laredo jerseys to support the local community. In the beginning of the first quarter on March 1, the Spurs held an aggressive offensive game plan, but could not capitalize on their opportunities giving the lead to the OKC Blue. After a messy turnover by the OKC Blue, Spurs guard Jamaree Bouyae took advantage and tied the score, picking up momentum for the Spurs. Sean Jimenez | BridgeAustin Spurs' Ibrahima Diallo, right, looks on as Johnson Loga reaches...

CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens

9Apr

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News, On Campus, Sports

CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens

CAMPUS: City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU opens By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports EditorPublished Wednesday, April 9, 2025 After five years of ongoing construction for the tennis courts, TAMIU welcomed the Laredo tennis courts on Thursday, Jan. 30. With the help of Texas A&M International University Athletics Director Griz Zimmermann, Laredo Tennis Association President Tina Treviño, Tennis Director Jaime Donjuan and many other supporting individuals, the City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU came to life. For Zimmermann, with 12 years at TAMIU, this was an exciting development. Sean Jimenez | BridgeLaredo Tennis Association President Tina Treviño, left, reacts as she cuts the ribbon for the grand opening of the City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU on Jan. 30....

SPORTS: TAMIU looks to future of possible tennis teams

9Apr

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Sports

SPORTS: TAMIU looks to future of possible tennis teams

SPORTS: TAMIU looks to future of possible tennis teams By Kaily OlivoAssistant Sports EditorPublished Wednesday, April 9, 2025 With the completion of the tennis courts, the TAMIU Athletics Department welcomes the idea of forming tennis teams. “As a university, … we’ve only had sports for 22 years,” Athletics Director Griz Zimmermann said. “We’re in our 23rd year of varsity sports; so, we’ve been talking for a few years now about where we would expand our varsity sports to. Of course, tennis is natural because we’ve been in the production of [the] courts and so we don’t have a timeline right now of exactly when, but in the near future, yes; we are going to announce [the] starting of men’s and women’s varsity tennis.” Arturo Alvarez Jr.| BridgeJ.C. Herrera plays in a faculty tenn...

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