SAN ANTONIO – In a historic first-of-its-kind deal for UTSA Athletics, homegrown San Antonio brand Las Palapas announced its partnership with Roadrunners soccer as the official uniform patch sponsor ahead of the upcoming season – making it the first game uniform patch sponsor of a UTSA team in program history.
Beginning in the 2026 season, the three-year landmark agreement is the first corporate partnership of its kind for UTSA Athletics and will see the Las Palapas logo featured on the home and road uniforms of the Roadrunners soccer team, delivering powerful visibility for the local restaurant chain across television and streaming channels, digital platforms and live events. The partnership comes as NCAA legislation permitting sponsor logos on team uniforms takes effect August 1, creating new opportunities for athletics programs to generate support for student-athletes and competitive excellence. Las Palapas becomes the first company to take advantage of this opportunity at UTSA, further demonstrating its commitment to the university and the San Antonio community.
“This collaboration with Las Palapas is a historic step forward for UTSA Athletics, our student-athletes and the San Antonio community,” said Lisa Campos, UTSA Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics. “As the first sponsor to place its logo on a Roadrunners game uniform, Las Palapas is demonstrating the depth of its commitment to UTSA and the city we proudly represent. This partnership reflects the growing value of UTSA Athletics to our community and provides additional support that helps us invest in the success of our student-athletes and programs. We are excited to partner with an iconic San Antonio brand and celebrate what this opportunity means for our championship soccer program and the future of Roadrunner Athletics.”
"We've been part of San Antonio for 45 years, and UTSA has become such a big part of this city's identity,” said Las Palapas Chief Executive Officer Wayne Detmar. “To have our logo on these jerseys for the first time is an honor. We're proud to stand behind this team and this city."
“Las Palapas is proud to be the official jersey sponsor of UTSA Women's Soccer,” Las Palapas Director of Business Development Martin Hernandez said. “As we celebrate 45 years in San Antonio this year, we believe in investing in the people, programs and institutions that make our city great — and there's no better example of Alamo City pride than UTSA Athletics.
“This partnership is about more than seeing our logo on a jersey. It's about standing behind the hard-working student-athletes who represent San Antonio on the field every day, and supporting the values of teamwork, dedication and community that UTSA embodies.
“We're honored to grow alongside an organization that shares our commitment to this city, and we're excited to cheer on the Roadrunners all season long.”
About UTSA Soccer
The reigning American Conference Champion Roadrunners open the ninth season under head coach Derek Pittman and the program’s 21st season on Aug. 12 at the Park West Athletics Complex, hosting Texas State in the Battle for I-35. Fans can get an early glimpse at the 2026 Roadrunners in a ticketed exhibition contest against Texas at Park West at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 5.
UTSA soccer season tickets are on sale now. All tickets are general admission and can be purchased for $70 (including fees). Season ticket holders in 2026 will receive a 'thank you' gift from the team and have access to exclusive team activities, including a team practice, lunch and post-game autograph session. Season ticket members can also purchase a limited-edition 2025 American Championship scarf with their season tickets for an additional $35 at time of purchase (a total price of $105 with ticket fees). To purchase season tickets, click here to order online or call the UTSA Athletics Ticket Office at 210-458-8872 during normal business hours.
Single-game tickets are now on sale as well. The Texas exhibition tickets are available for $27 (all prices including taxes and fees), while season ticket members have been offered exclusive pricing for $12. For the 11 regular season games, tickets are available to the general public with adults for $12, juniors (ages 3-18) for $10, seniors (ages 65+) for $10 and military (with ID) for $10. To purchase single-game tickets, click here to order online or call the UTSA Athletics Ticket Office at 210-458-8872 during normal business hours.
About Las Palapas
Founded in San Antonio in 1981, Las Palapas is celebrating 45 years as a beloved Texas restaurant brand known for its fresh Tex-Mex food, vibrant atmosphere and commitment to the communities it serves. The brand is known for delivering great value without sacrificing quality, offering guests fresh, flavorful food at a price that fits their lives. With locations throughout San Antonio and surrounding areas, Las Palapas continues to bring people together through great food, family and community. Las Palapas is a proud sponsor of UTSA Athletics and supports Roadrunner student-athletes, teams and fans throughout the San Antonio community.
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