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UTSA coach Austin Claunch suspended after DWI arrest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 8:12 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

UTSA coach Austin Claunch suspended after DWI arrest

Summary

UTSA men's basketball coach Austin Claunch was suspended following his arrest for driving while intoxicated on October 27, 2026. Claunch was found unconscious in his vehicle with the engine running after a police response to a report of a man passed out in a convenience store. Officers noted Claunch's poor performance on sobriety tests and the presence of alcohol on his breath. He refused both a breathalyzer and blood test but was booked into jail before being released on bond. Assistant coach Nick Bowman is acting as head coach while the university conducts its review of Claunch's situation.

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By the Numbers

•Austin Claunch was suspended after a DWI arrest on October 27, 2026.
•Claunch was found unconscious in his car with the engine on.
•He performed poorly on sobriety tests and refused chemical testing.
•UTSA will review the incident to determine next steps.
•Assistant coach Nick Bowman is the acting head coach.

Latest Updates

8:12 PMYahoo Sports — Suspended UTSA basketball coach had 'poor performance' on sobriety tests before DWI arrest

What they're saying

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Austin Claunch told an officer that he drank "Modelo and Topo Chico" but did not remember how many drinks he had, according to a police incident report.
— Yahoo Sports

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