Why are Astros fans taking their shirts off and waving them around in the upper deck? It’s part of a trend

The “Tarps Off” trend that started in St. Louis with a baseball team from Stephen F. Austin in Nacogdoches. HOUSTON — You may have seen them high up in the right field bleachers at Daikin Park during Tuesday’s Pirates-Astros game – a whole section of bare-chested fans waving their shirts round and round in the … Read more

Veterans relive 1999 Spurs title run as Finals rematch with Knicks begins

From Avery Johnson’s shot to Wemby’s Finals run, local veterans say the Spurs-Knicks matchup brings back memories of 1999. SAN ANTONIO — When the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks meet in the NBA Finals, many fans will be focused on Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson and a new generation of stars. For veterans gathered … Read more

Spurs gifting 1,000 NBA Finals tickets to local youth

The Spurs are engaging local nonprofits by giving NBA Finals tickets to children-focused groups, part of a broader initiative supporting community access to games. SAN ANTONIO — Amid the NBA Finals’ long-awaited return to San Antonio – and the cheapest tickets costing hundreds of dollars – representatives with Spurs Sprots & Entertainment said the team plans … Read more