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USMNT moves up to first place in Group B

USMNT moves up to first place in Group B

Leslie Sarinana, Copy Editor July 12, 2017

The United States men’s national soccer team struggled offensively against Group B leader Martinique’s prevailing defense, yet squeezed through with a 3-2 win on Wednesday evening. USMNT moved up to first place in Group B with the win over the...

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Men’s basketball releases 2017-18 schedule

Men’s basketball releases 2017-18 schedule

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor July 12, 2017

The UTEP men's basketball team released their 2017-18 basketball schedule per UTEP Athletics. Highlighting the 2017-18 season is a trip to Puerto Rico, as well as home games against New Mexico and Washington State. UTEP will be one of eight teams...

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Spurs’ Danny Green brings camp to El Paso

Spurs’ Danny Green brings camp to El Paso

Mike Flores, Sports Editor July 11, 2017

For the second year, Gold Level Sporting Events brought Danny Green, NBA champion and shooting guard for the San Antonio Spurs to El Paso. This time around he was at Parkland High School from July 8 - 9. “I always enjoy my time here in El Paso, especially...

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Wrestlers battle it out in the final round

‘Verano Caliente III’ brings former WWE stars to the Sun City

Nina Titovets, Photographer July 10, 2017

On Sunday, July 9, wrestlers from all over the world joined together at the El Paso County Coliseum to compete in "Verano Caliente III." Former WWE wrestler John Swagger, Carlito, Hilo De Dos Cara, Rey Mysterio, Chavo Guerro Jr. and many others showed...

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Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 10, 2017

Amid a brewing coaching controversy, the Mexican team led by coach Juan Carlos Osorio showed on Sunday why they are one of the usual favorites to take home the biennial Gold Cup. Playmaker Elias Hernandez contributed to a 3-1 victory over El Salvador...

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Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

July 9, 2017

On a bright and early Sunday morning ball game, the Chihuahuas used strong pitching to their advantage as they completed a three-game home sweep against the Salt Lake Bees. In front of 6,951 early rising fans, the Chihuahuas were able to obtain...

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USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 8, 2017

After much expectation behind manager Bruce Arenas’ return to the meaningful competition, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) failed to secure their first three points in group B of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. A rugged Panama team fought...

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San Antonio Spurs player Danny Green held a Q&A with young basketball players during his Basketball Skills Camp.

Danny Green basketball camp stops in El Paso

Nina Titovets, Photographer July 8, 2017

On Saturday, July 8, Parkland High School held a Danny Green Basketball Skills Camp. It's the second year in a row that Green brings his camp to El Paso. Kids from all over El Paso from the ages of eight to 17 gathered to learn and improve their skills...

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Chihuahuas prevail in extra innings

Chihuahuas prevail in extra innings

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 3, 2017

After a disappointing doubleheader culminating in home losses on Sunday, the El Paso Chihuahuas fought their way out of an early deficit to top the Reno Aces in extra innings. Both teams split the series 2-2. Chihuahuas pitcher Matt Magill got off...

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After a year of watching, Trey Wade is ready to play

After a year of watching, Trey Wade is ready to play

Mike Flores, Sports Editor June 27, 2017

UTEP basketball introduced Trey Wade to the media on Monday, June 26, and after a year of waiting and witnessing the Miners' ups and downs from last season, the 6-foot-6 guard from Austell, Georgia is finally ready to contribute on the court. Wade...

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Guard Isiah Osborne ready to take the court

Guard Isiah Osborne ready to take the court

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor June 27, 2017

After sitting out last season per NCAA transfer rules, sophomore guard Isiah Osborne from Windsor, Ontario, Canada, is eager to finally earn some playing time in the upcoming 2017-18 basketball season. “I’m so ready, I’ve been waiting since the...

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Roller Derby: The grunge and grit of sports

Roller Derby: The grunge and grit of sports

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief June 27, 2017

In central El Paso sits a scanty, shabby warehouse where organized action is practiced on a regular basis. Elbows are thrown, women are shoved almost constantly and hundreds of fans cheer for each team. It sounds like some sort of an underground exclusive...

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