
New Mexico Lobos Gear for 2026‑27 Season with Fresh Talent and Revised Roster
After a 26‑11 season and a contract extension for head coach Eric Olen, the Lobos retain key players while integrating new recruits and adjusting to notable departures.
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After a 26‑11 season and a contract extension for head coach Eric Olen, the Lobos retain key players while integrating new recruits and adjusting to notable departures.

A look at the early forecasts for the Mountain West Conference's chances of securing multiple NCAA Tournament bids in the 2026‑27 season, focusing on key teams, players and coaching storylines.

Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.
California natives Jake and Dax Hall, twin brothers and basketball standouts, have pledged to play together for the University of New Mexico. Jake’s record‑breaking freshman season and Dax’s senior dominance set the stage for a partnership that could reshape the Lobos’ prospects.

The Lobos held an open practice on June 23, showcasing new faces, drills and a scrimmage while engaging the community before the season‑opening matchup.

The NCAA’s removal of transfer penalties has sparked a wave of high‑profile moves, reshaping rosters and widening the gap between major and minor programs.

The University of New Mexico Lobos unveil a revamped roster and ambitious goals for the 2026‑27 season, highlighted by new scholarships, a strategic scheduling agreement and local talent recognition.

The Shamrocks clinched a 5-4 victory over Brownsburg, finishing HCC play with a 10-4 record, while Sheridan’s 4-3 win over Indy Genesis HomeSchool sets up exciting sectional matchups.

With Utah State, San Diego State, Colorado State and Boise State headed to the Pac‑12, the Mountain West’s remaining squads jockey for position, led by New Mexico, Grand Canyon and Nevada.

The Mountain West Conference has seen a flurry of movement in the transfer portal this offseason, with 81 players from the league electing to explore new destinations. Of those, 47 have already secured transfers, reshaping rosters across the ten‑team circuit.

University of New Mexico announces a five‑year contract for coach Eric Olen, rewarding his breakthrough season with a retention bonus and higher pay, while the roster prepares for another promising campaign.