UTSA men’s basketball team players cheer on a teammate at the Convocation Center. – Photo by Joe Alexander

After a grueling summer of conditioning, followed by fall practices, athletes and coaches for the UTSA men’s and women’s basketball teams kicked back and had some fun Wednesday night at the Convocation Center. In an event billed as Rowdy Jam, coaches took the court and said a few words on a cordless mic to a smattering of fans. Players were introduced, one by one. Finally, the athletes showed off in some shooting games, highlighted by a couple of halfcourt heaves that found the bottom of the net. It won’t be long before the campaign gets underway for real. The UTSA women open with a Nov. 1 exhibition against St. Mary’s University and then a Nov. 7 regular-season opener at Texas A&M. The men open Nov. 4 at home against Trinity University.

UTSA men’s and women’s basketball teams, showing off for the fans. – Photo by Joe Alexander

UTSA freshman Damara Allen celebrates after drilling a shot from halfcourt. – Photo by Joe Alexander

UTSA guard Damari Monsanto – photo by Joe Alexander

UTSA forward Jordyn Jenkins – Photo by Joe Alexander