SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Spurs super fan Sovia Lauriano passed away on Saturday, a family member confirmed to KSAT.
Lauriano, who is also known as “The Spurs Lady,” was known for dressing head-to-toe in customized Spurs gear.
Very sad news today for Spurs nation. Sovia the Spurs Lady has passed away. Her love for life and the Spurs was unmatched. RIP to a great fan, Spurs family ambassador and person. pic.twitter.com/GaGxQ3Iifg
— RJ Marquez (@KSATRJ) January 12, 2025
Over the years, Lauriano became one of the most beloved Spurs fans in San Antonio. She represented Silver and Black every chance she could with over-the-top costumes.
The Spurs posted a tribute to Lauriano to its social media accounts on Sunday morning.
“Sovie (Sovia) embodied the spirit of a true fan with her big smile and even bigger heart. She brought joy to everyone she met and will be deeply missed by the entire Spurs Family,” the social media post stated, in part. “May she rest in peace.”
Everyone knew Sovia Lauriano as “the Spurs Lady”.
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) January 12, 2025
To the Spurs organization, she was much more; a friend to many on staff, a devoted season-ticket member, a bringer of breakfast tacos, a maker of intricate game night costumes and a familiar face in the community.
Sovie… pic.twitter.com/OSFwEl3U6h
In remembrance of Lauriano, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg shared a statement on X (formerly Twitter).
“San Antonio has lost an irreplaceable thread in the fabric of our community. Sovia “Spurs Lady” Lauriano embodied the heart and soul of our city, radiating love for SA in everything she did. Her presence brought joy to so many, and we will deeply miss her unwavering spirit,” said Nirenberg.
A family member of Lauriano said she died of a heart attack.
Lauriano had prior heart issues, the relative said. She underwent surgery in 2024.