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UTEP football running back/wide receiver, Reynaldo Flores, who began his football career at the university as a walk-on, jumps in the air to catch as pass during a game against New Mexico State on Sept. 10.

UTEP Football walk-on tryouts could open the door to dream-chasing opportunity

Joel Molina, Contributor September 27, 2022

The illustrious dream of playing college football is something that many football players yearn for, a dream that may be possibly accomplished in more ways than one. One of those ways is by trying out as a walk-on. The UTEP football team, who previously...

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Miners upset Boise in historic win

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 24, 2022

Editor's Note: BSU Offensive Coordinator Tim Plough was fired the Saturday following this matchup. The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) (2-3, 0-1 Conference USA) faced Boise State University (BSU) (2-2, 1-0 Mountain West) Friday night at the Sun...

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UTEP junior quarterback Gavin Hardison honors Luke by wearing Luke’s number and last name in the win versus rival New Mexico State University.

The legacy of Luke Laufenberg

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

UTEP's football team honors late tight end Luke Laufenberg is a name that is well known in the UTEP community. Luke passed away from complications of Burkitt’s Lymphoma at the young age of 21, but his legacy lives on forever.  Luke was a very caring...

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Forward Taya Lopez aims to kick the ball while being surrounded by two defenders.

Soccer avoids losses in home stretch

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 20, 2022

The UTEP women’s soccer team finished out the past four home games with a draw versus LA Tech. Prior to that match up, the Miners faced the University of Incarnate Word (UIW), the University of Nevada (Nevada) and Florida International University (FIU).  UIW...

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NCAA changes rules for transfers

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter September 20, 2022

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced Wednesday, Aug. 31, that it has made changes to the transfer rules for student-athletes to be able to receive fi nancial aid at their next school, continuing until graduation without interruption. Adjustments...

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David Cervantes is the director of athletics at EPISD and a UTEP graduate with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and a master's in educational leadership.

EPISD Director provides guidance and opportunities for students

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 20, 2022

David Cervantes is the current director of athletics for the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) and a graduate of the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) where he earned a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and a master's degree in educational...

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The UTEP Miners lose 27-10 to the University of New Mexico Sept. 17 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

UTEP’s turnovers lead to loss against UNM

Daniel Alec Lopez, Contributor September 18, 2022

The Miners fell to the University of New Mexico Saturday night thanks to a struggling offense.  While the defense played well and kept UTEP in the game, the Miner's offense looked sluggish and out of sync. In the start of the first quarter, the Miners...

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UTEP will play the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico at 6 p.m. Sept. 17 at UNM’s stadium.

UTEP football favored in match up versus New Mexico

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 16, 2022

After its first win against New Mexico State University (NMSU) (0-3), the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) (1-2) head up to Albuquerque, New Mexico to face the University of New Mexico (UNM) (1-1).  UNM Lobos faced both the Maine Black Bears...

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Roswell native finds success

Roswell native finds success

Daniel Alec Lopez, Contributor September 14, 2022

Former top ranked New Mexico volleyball player senior middle blocker Vittoria Price has enjoyed success with UTEP volleyball for the past two years.    Price was a multi-sport athlete, however she settled into volleyball because it is the sport...

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UTEP running back Ronald Awatt rushes the ball in a game against New Mexico State on Sept. 10.

Defense picks up win in 99th Battle of I-10

Daniel Alec Lopez, Contributor September 11, 2022

The UTEP football team was back at home for the I-10 rivalry against New Mexico State University (NMSU). In the first half, the Miners had a slow start on offense, but the defense was able to give them the ball back with turnovers and strong play. The...

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UTEP volleyball breaks losing streak at Oral Roberts Tournament

UTEP volleyball breaks losing streak at Oral Roberts Tournament

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 10, 2022

The UTEP Miners volleyball team competed in the 2022 Oral Roberts Volleyball Tournament this past weekend where they faced the Tulsa University Golden Hurricanes, the Abilene Christian University Wildcats and the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles.   Coming...

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Will UTEP Golf be a hole-in-one?

Will UTEP Golf be a hole-in-one?

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Sports Editor September 9, 2022

After an exciting 2021 season, both golf teams are ready to “tee off” starting Sept. 9 when the UTEP men’s golf travels to Colorado Springs, Colorado, for the Gene Miranda Invitational Golf Tournament.  UTEP Miners Men’s Golf Preview  The...

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