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The UTEP men’s golf team will compete at the Conference USA Championships from April 26-29 in Texarkana, Ark.

Men’s golf aims to keep season alive

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter April 21, 2015

The golf team will be playing in Texarkana, Ark., for the Conference USA Tournament and for a chance to keep their season going by advancing to nationals. The four-day event will take place from April 26-29 and will help choose which teams advance, first...

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UTEP track and field had 13 athletes with first-place collegiate finishes during the UTEP Invitational.

Despite wind track and field shines at UTEP Invitational

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter April 21, 2015

The Miners hosted their second track meet of the season at Kidd Field on Saturday, April 18. Many of the events carried on despite the wind on a day that also served to recognize UTEP’s seniors. Despite nature doing it’s best to spoil the day, 16...

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Chihuahuas explosive on offense, beat Reno

Chihuahuas explosive on offense, beat Reno

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor April 16, 2015

It was two explosive innings and the Chihuahuas won their second straight game to split the series against the Reno Aces. Brett Wallace and Austin Hedges continued to provide offensively as El Paso got 12 hits on the night. “We worked on a lot of...

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The Prospector Sports Podcast E02

The Prospector Sports Podcast E02

April 16, 2015

The Prospector's current and former sports editors, Luis Gonzalez and Javier Cortez, discuss all kinds of sports dealing with El Paso, the national and international levels. Everything from college sports, like UTEP Athletics, to professional leagues...

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Chihuahuas win first of series

Chihuahuas win first of series

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor April 15, 2015

On Jackie Robinson day and in front of 6,410 in the crowd the El Paso Chihuahuas beat the Reno Aces 4-2 to break a two-game losing streak. The Chihuahuas struggled offensively initially, but once they got on the board, some solid pitching helped close...

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Chihuahuas third baseman Brett Wallace throws the ball toward first base during the team’s season opener.

Chihuahuas split opening series, host Reno next

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor April 14, 2015

With an opening record of 2-2, the Chihuahuas now turn their attention to the Reno Aces, who are in town from April 13-16. The Aces are the affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks and come to El Paso after splitting a series with the Albuquerque Isotopes. A...

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Spieth ushers in new generation for golf

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter April 14, 2015

The Masters is the epitome of Golf, the highest mountain to climb and the biggest trek of them all. Jordan Spieth reached that summit yesterday, when the 21-year-old became the second-youngest player to claim a green jacket. The native Texan had a chance...

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Hunter leaves, blame it on the system

Hunter leaves, blame it on the system

Jason Green, Staff Reporter April 14, 2015

Last week, UTEP basketball’s top offensive player, sophomore forward Vince Hunter, declared for the 2015 NBA draft. Throughout the 2014-15 season, NBA scouts were seen at UTEP games and rumors circulated about Hunter leaving school to pursue his NBA...

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Defense dominates in spring game

Defense dominates in spring game

Juan Carlos Navarro, Staff Reporter April 10, 2015

The UTEP football team held their annual spring game at the Sun Bowl Friday night. The spring game is the last organized team practice of the season before the off-season. “It was very competitive in all aspects,” said Miner head coach Sean Kugler....

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The El Paso Chihuahuas open their first game against the Tacoma Rainiers.

Chihuahuas open season with a win

Luis Gonzalez, Sports Editor April 9, 2015

Starting pitcher Jason Lane struggled on the mound at moments, but thanks to the offense’s bats, the left hander and the El Paso Chihuahuas won their first game of the season over the visiting Tacoma Rainiers. Led by outfielder Abraham Almonte,...

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Vince Hunter to declare for NBA Draft

Vince Hunter to declare for NBA Draft

Jason Green, Staff Reporter April 9, 2015

According to multiple media reports, UTEP sophomore Vince Hunter will declare for the NBA draft. It is unclear whether the 6’8”, 200 lb. small forward from Detroit has retained the services of an agent. If he does, he will be ineligible to return...

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The Mighty Mujer Triathlon, an all-women triathlon, will take place April 18 at Memorial Park in Central El Paso.

Mighty Mujer Triathlon to benefit Center Against Family Violence

Julia Hettiger, Staff Reporter April 7, 2015

Race El Paso will host the Mighty Mujer Triathlon, an all-women triathlon that will take place at 7:30 a.m. April 18 at Memorial Park. The race will involve swimming, biking and running, and will consist of two different components: a sprint and a super...

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