The Year in Sports Photos

Maya Gorman running — Fast Track — Maya Gorman (’25) specialized in the high jump and the long jump.

From championship runs to unforgettable plays, the 2024–25 season delivered standout moments. This collection brings SDSU athletes into focus—on the track, in the water, on the field—showcasing the spirit, artistry and impact of Aztec sports.

Photographs by Derrick Tuskan

Jake Jackson jumping to catch a baseball — Such Great Heights — Outfielder Jake Jackson grabbed an out at Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Tiaare Ahovelo playing water polo — Eyes on the Ball — Keeper Tiaare Ahovelo made the save against Loyola Marymount University

Taylor Konopacke on the diving board — The Calm Before the Dive — A sunset dive for Taylor Konopacke

Jordan Dobin playing lacrosse — That’s How It’s Done — Defender Jordan Dobin showed her game-day confidence for the season finale against UC Davis

Rommee Jaridly playing soccer — Showdown at Sundown — Forward Rommee Jaridly assisted twice in this 5-2 win against the University of California, Riverside

Naomi Panganiban sliding to grab a basketball — Leaving It All on the Court — Guard Naomi Panganiban didn’t go down without a fight against the University of Wyoming

Grace Goins playing soccer — Not in My House — Defender Grace Goins helped her Aztec goalie keep a clean sheet against Cal State Bakersfield.

Reka Nyiradi swimming — Ripple Effect — This is what focus looks like in the pool with swimmer Reka Nyiradi.

Shea Rubright (’24) and Taylor Underwood celebrating on the volleyball court — Serve, Set, Spike — No. 9 Shea Rubright (’24) and outside hitter Taylor Underwood helped get the job done against Air Force.

Wheelchair tennis player Khristian Martinez — Power Shot — Adapted Athletics wheelchair tennis player Khristian Martinez with a solid backhand. Photograph by Mariadelcarmen Zuniga

Women's basketball team celebrating their win in the locker room — We Are the Champions — The women’s basketball team: Here are your 2025 Mountain West champs!

Golfer Dylan Oyama — Sand Cloud — Golfer Dylan Oyama chipped his way out of a tricky spot.

Running back Marquez Cooper — High Jump — Running back Marquez Cooper (’25) hopped right over the New Mexico Lobos.

SDSU Pep Band horn players in silhouette — Pep in Silhouette — The SDSU Pep Band and the backdrop of a San Diego sky never disappoint.

Pharaoh Compton cheering on the basketball court — Pure Joy — In an exhibition against Cal State San Marcos, forward Pharaoh Compton was one of three players to score in double digits