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Bobcats look to score in conference play By Matt Perry Sports Reporter @Matt_Sperry17 After back-to-back losses against two top-25 teams, the Bobcats aim to get back on track before conference play starts Oct. 8. With three conference games fast approaching, the Bobcats have to put the last two games out of their minds with a win against University of the Incarnate Word. Texas State’s first conference opponent will be Georgia State. Currently, the Panthers are sitting at 0-1 in conference play. However, the Panthers are 0-4 on the season. In the matchup last year between Texas State and Georgia State, the Panthers beat the Bobcats

41-19 at Bobcat Stadium. This would go on to be one of nine losses of the season for the Bobcats. The Bobcats’ second opponent on the twogame conference road trip is ULM o n r o e. T h e Warhawks are 0-1 i n conference play this season and a r e currently sitting 9th i n the Sun Belt standings. Last season, Texas State got

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one of its three are 1-1 i n wins against the Warhawks, as the Bobcats limited UL-Monroe to a field goal in a 16-3 home win. After back-to-back conference games on the road, the Bobcats will return for their homecoming game against ULLafayette.

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Downtown mobility hub expected

214 East Hutchison St. sits vacant Sept. 30. Plans are being discussed by city council to renovate an area of downtown with public bathrooms, flower seating and feature the work of local artists. PHOTO BY DARYL ONTIVEROS | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

conference play, 2-3 overall,

and a r e currently tied for fourth in the Sun Belt standings. Last season, the Ragin’ Cajuns beat the Bobcats 49-27. In order for the Bobcats to succeed in the Sun Belt this year, Tyler Jones, By Bri Watkins Assistant News Editor @briwatkins17 To accommodate for the rapidly growing population, San Marcos may receive a mobility hub in the heart of downtown. A mobility hub is a place of connectivity among students, residents and employers with multimodal transportation. As downtown becomes more populated, the city is determined to create more space and greenery for citizens. The city has ownership of a 6,000 square foot lot on 214 E. Hutchinson, adjacent to Showdown. The land was purchased to incorporate more parking in the future, but the council is now looking at alternative

senior quarterback, has to be able to hand l e the pressure. The second and third game this season he was knocked around and didn’t get much going. In addition, the Bobcats’ offensive line has to do a better job of keeping the pass rushers back and giving Jones enough time to make a play. After winning the home game against University of the Incarnate Word, the Bobcats will be heading into conference play at 2-2, giving Texas State a motivation boost to go options for the site. Kevin Burke, economic and development projects coordinator, refers to the hub as a “pocket park” with potential elements such as drinking fountains, benches, shaded seating, vegetation and a defined space for bicycle parking. “The council would like to see some of everything in there,” Burke said. “The challenge is that it’s still only 6,000 square feet.” The hub may contain a space to integrate local artwork or murals. Christine Terrell, local resident and artist, said she would enjoy a green space in this area. “A lot of people talk about how the school and town don’t really communicate much,” Terrell said. “I really

to Georgia State and get a much-needed first win in conference play. Texas State plays eight conference games this season: four on the road and four at home. If the Bobcats want any shot at a bowl appearance this season, they have to have a winning record in conference. Last season, Texas State was 2-6 in conference play. The remaining eight conference games will test coach Everett Withers and the Bobcats to see how much they have improved from last year. They will also set a precedent of what is expected in the following years of Withers being head coach.

feel a space like this could be one of those sorts of spaces where students are downtown and they stop and hang there for a minute.” As San Marcos becomes more urbanized, providing enough parking can be an issue. This land was originally purchased to include 13 parking spots for residents. Parking will still be included, but adding features for the mobility hub may result in fewer spaces. Councilman Scott Gregson, Place 5, said he wants to accommodate parking for the downtown work force so merchants can prevent taking away parking space from customers. See, CITY , pg. 3.

Meet YourRep!

Samantha Martinez By Bailey Buckingham News Editor @bcbuckingham What began as a way to serve her fellow high school students started a path in politics that led her to becoming the 2016-17 Texas State Student Government Vice President. Samantha Martinez, political science junior and vice president, grew up in Lewisville where she served her 900 student class as Student Body President. This sparked her interest in politics, and after coming to Texas State that interest kept growing. With the goal of continuing

to serve fellow students, Martinez joined Freshman Council. “Each year has been a great learning opportunity for me to grow as a leader and expand my passion to better the campus community at Texas State University,” Martinez said. Martinez said representing the student body and being able to see the changes being made through Freshman Council and now Student Government is a valuable reward. The LBJ Student Center expansion referendum came through Student Government for approval, and Martinez helped

facilitate the piece and get it approved. Although she feels all legislation passed in Student Government is important, she feels this is the piece she is most proud to have been a part of. “We have so many great organizations that utilize the building everyday, and with the growth of the university, it was definitely time to make a decision to expand the facility in order to serve the needs of everyone,” Martinez said. Making all students have a better quality of life on campus is a priority for Martinez this year. She hopes to accomplish this by focusing

Samantha Martinez, student government vice president, poses for a photo Sept. 28. PHOTO BY TYLER DUMASTAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

on campus safety, student involvement and preservation of campus’ landscape. “Andrew (Homann) and I have been working hard this year to reach the needs of students in all

aspects around the university and the city of San Marcos,” Martinez said. With her major Martinez hopes to learn more about how to better the lives of others through public service. While

she’s not sure if she wants to be a politician, she does know her time left at Texas State will be focused making Bobcats’ lives better.


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