Spartan Brew 5/27: Double Trouble

Track & field athletes head to regionals. Plus, postseason honors continue to roll in.

⚔️ The Official Newsletter For San José State Athletics

Good Morning, SJSU Fam. Senior Deputy Athletics Director for External Operations Scott MacDonald earns some strong recognition!

What all is stirring in today’s Brew? Check it out below!


👟 Track & field takes on prelims
🤽 All-American honors
⚔️ And more!

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Regional Run. Five Spartan Women’s Track & Field athletes will compete at the NCAA West Prelims in Fayetteville, Arkansas this week. Triple jumper Audrey McElmurry will be joined by the 4×100 relay team of Zoe Ewell, Nakai Johnson, Vivienne Magu, and Sharli’e McCuller. The meet will be streamed on ESPN+.

🔼 Headed North. Former Spartan linebacker Taniela Latu has signed a professional contract with the Canadian Football League’s Ottawa Redblacks. He recently participated in multiple NFL rookie minicamps after a standout collegiate career.

🔼 Double Trouble. Two Spartan Women’s Water Polo players earned ACWPA All-American honors! Darcy Spark was named third team All-American after scoring 92 goals this season. Bridget Cranley earned honorable mention after finished second on the team with 34 goals scored.

🔼 Among The Best. Spartan Baseball’s Alex Fernandes and Dylan Smith were named First Team All-Mountain West! Fernandes recorded one of the best offensive seasons in Spartan history with a batting average of .401. Smith earned the honors after leading the Spartans with a 4.08 ERA, holding opponents to a .267 batting average and striking out 50 batters.

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How many tackles did Taniela Latu record for the Spartans?

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📅 UPCOMING SCHEDULE

Wednesday, May 27

👟 Track & Field NCAA West Prelims

Thursday, May 28

👟 Track & Field NCAA West Prelims

Friday, May 29

👟 Track & Field NCAA West Prelims

Saturday, May 30

👟 Track & Field NCAA West Prelims

Answer: 179

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⚔️ Have a great one!