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UTEP’s men’s basketball team begins its Mountain West schedule with a home clash against New Mexico on Jan. 2, followed by a much‑anticipated showdown with Wyoming on Jan. 5, before hitting the road for its first away game against Air Force on Jan. 9.
With the season opener slated for September 4 at Oklahoma, the Miners are counting down the days to a debut that could signal a new era under head coach Scotty Walden.
After a 3‑9‑5 season, UTEP’s soccer program steps into the Mountain West Conference, led by Coach Gibbs Keeton and a core of captains Ashlee Mora, Ashlyn Neireiter and Kailie Hudson, ready to rewrite their story.
With fall camp opening, Duke’s coaching staff and fans watch closely as newcomers like Bryce Davis, Javen Nicholas, Andrew Pellicciotta and Kendall Johnson battle for starting roles.
UTEP’s men’s basketball team will travel to Mexico for the 2026 Cancun Challenge, opening against College of Charleston on Nov. 24 and concluding the event with a matchup against either Eastern Michigan or Kennesaw State on Nov. 25, before hosting North Dakota in El Paso on Dec. 5.
UTEP’s men’s basketball team will compete in the 2026 Cancun Challenge in Mexico, facing College of Charleston, a yet‑to‑be‑determined opponent from the Eastern Michigan/Kennesaw State matchup, and later hosting North Dakota at home.
After a winless district campaign in 2025, the Bowie Bears are counting on a potent offense and veteran leadership to break through in the upcoming season
Duke's 2026 roster blends newcomers and returners, highlighted by high‑valued transfers whose name, image and likeness deals rank among the nation's largest.
The latest edition of Dave Campbell's Texas Football magazine outlines district projections for El Paso-area programs, highlighting favored teams, key returning athletes and notable coaching recognitions.
The University of Texas at El Paso’s football program is preparing for its first season in the Mountain West Conference, highlighted by media days in Las Vegas, key player statements, and a schedule that includes games against Oklahoma, Michigan and Oregon State.
After three seasons as the beloved Dani Rojas on ‘Ted Lasso,’ Cristo Fernandez is chasing a new dream in professional soccer with El Paso Locomotive FC, drawing on the show’s lessons and his father’s legacy.
Texas Southern announces its 2026 football slate, shifting the majority of home contests to W.W. Thorne Stadium and planning a 10,000‑seat on‑campus stadium, while preserving tradition with a homecoming clash at NRG Stadium.
Jake Paul, a 29‑year‑old boxer with a 12‑2 record, claims NFL teams are interested in signing him, citing league mediocrity and his own athletic superiority. He wants to join the Cleveland Browns, his hometown team, and compares the skepticism he faces to the reactions he received when he started boxing. Despite a recent sixth‑round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua and a double broken jaw, he says he would fight again for the right price.
Nearly two hundred fans gathered to watch the Miners' first public practice of the season, highlighting a $2 million payroll and the program's reliance on community support.
The Horizon Elite baseball team, a group of twelve 13‑ and 14‑year‑olds from El Paso, has turned a community‑driven league into a state‑championship run, aiming for a berth at the Junior League World Series.
Duke University’s football program is turning its attention to a defensive overhaul as the 2026 season approaches. Head coach Manny Diaz and his staff have been busy in the transfer portal, seeking to replace the talent that departed for the NFL Draft and other programs. Among the returning pieces is redshirt junior linebacker Kendall Johnson, who has battled injuries but is now viewed as a cornerstone of the front seven. Coaches describe Johnson as an established veteran within the program, noting his 3‑star high school rating and the promise he has shown despite setbacks. The Blue Devils’ offensive unit is expected to take a step back, meaning the defense will carry a larger share of the workload if the team hopes to replicate the nine‑win campaign it enjoyed in 2024. With a deep linebacker corps and a revamped secondary, Duke believes the rebuilt defense can once again be the engine that drives success on the field.
An exploration of the notable recruits who considered the University of Wyoming but ultimately committed to other programs, and the lasting impact of those choices.
The governing body overturned a red‑card suspension for Folarin Balogun, allowing the striker to feature against Belgium. The decision reshapes the U.S. lineup, with Ricardo Pepi likely to drop to the bench.
UTEP enters its first Mountain West season after a challenging 2025 campaign, while Nevada aims to secure bowl eligibility. The October 10 matchup will reveal how quickly the Miners can translate defensive promise into results.
A nostalgic look at the 1952 and 1980 Southern Miss football campaigns, their standout players and the bowl successes that still inspire Golden Eagles supporters.
A look at the authentic production of the 1994 basketball film 'Blue Chips', from Nick Nolte's immersion with coach Bob Knight to the lasting impact on fans and the sport.
Carlos Rojas III, a prolific high school athlete, has pledged to play college football at the University of Texas at El Paso, transitioning to wide receiver after a standout dual‑role career.
The annual Basketball in the Barrio event blends basketball, soccer, music and gardening to build confidence and pride among children in low‑income neighborhoods of El Paso.
With Week 13 of the 2026 MLB season underway, several young hitters are turning heads with impressive slash lines, high ISO and stolen‑base totals. Here’s who to consider adding.