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The UTEP Miners lost to the Sam Houston Bearkats on March 6, by two points, with a final score of 89-87. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics

UTEP men’s basketball wraps up season with losses to Sam Houston and LA Tech

Kristian Hernandez, Contributor/Photographer March 10, 2025
UTEP men’s basketball team has lost their last two games of the regular season. Being outscored by Sam Houston, 89-87 and LA Tech, 76-58.
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After a loss of 76-75 to the Blue Raiders on March 1, the Miners will head back on the road one final time to play against Sam Houston on Thursday. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics

UTEP falls a point shy of victory against Middle Tennessee

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer March 5, 2025
An intense back and forth between UTEP men’s basketball (17-12, 7-9 Conference USA) and the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (20-9, 11-5 Conference USA) took place on March 1. The Miners were tough to the end but a tight crucial layup from the Blue Raiders would secure the opposing team’s win in the final seconds of the game.
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Junior guard Ahamad Bynum looks to make a play as he attempts to surpass a WKU Player.

UTEP men’s basketball continues four game losing streak against Western Kentucky

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer March 3, 2025
After an intense game against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (16-12, 7-8 CUSA), the UTEP Miners (17-11, 7-8 CUSA) fell short 80-73 at the Don Haskins Center on Feb. 28.
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 Senior outfielder, Ajia Richard finishes the game with three home runs against Manhattan.

UTEP softball sweethearts win against Manhattan, 9-6

Kristian Hernandez, Contributor/Photographer February 26, 2025
A total of 222 fans were in attendance for the Valentine’s Day matchup between the UTEP Miners (4-2) and the Manhattan Jaspers (0-2). UTEP’s defense had Manhattan ground out the final two outs which resulted in a 9-6 victory over the Jaspers.
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UTEP had zero errors against the Montana Grizzlies on Valentine’s Day.

UTEP softball shuts down Montana Grizzlies, 10-1

Kristian Hernandez, Contributor/Photographer February 26, 2025
The second game of the Third Annual Dr. Diana Natalicio Memorial Tournament hosted by the University of Texas at El Paso (4-2) saw the Miners defeat the University of Montana Grizzlies (2-5) 10-1 ending the game in the top of the fifth inning.
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The UTEP Miners (17-10, 7-7 Conference USA) fell short against Jacksonville State University (19-9, 11-4 CUSA), 73-65. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics

UTEP men’s basketball falls short to Jax State

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer February 25, 2025
The UTEP Miners (17-10, 7-7 Conference USA) hit the road in a recent match against Jacksonville State University (19-9, 11-4 CUSA), ultimately falling short in a completed contest of 73-65.
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The UTEP women’s basketball team (10-15, 3-11 Conference USA) broke their 8-game losing streak by defensively locking down the Jax State Gamecocks (10-16, 4-11 CUSA) in their 14th Conference USA matchup on Feb. 22. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics

UTEP women’s basketball team breaks 8-game losing streak against Jax State, 52-44

Kristian Hernandez, Contributor/Photographer February 25, 2025
The UTEP women’s basketball team (10-15, 3-11 Conference USA) broke their 8-game losing streak by defensively locking down the Jax State Gamecocks (10-16, 4-11 CUSA) in their 14th Conference USA matchup on Feb. 22.
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Junior guard Heaven Samayoa-Mathis scored 8 points vs. Kennesaw State.

UTEP women’s basketball continues 8-game losing streak with loss to Kennesaw State

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer February 24, 2025
UTEP women's basketball extended its losing streak to eight games after falling 68-56 to Kennesaw State at the Don Haskins Center. Despite holding a halftime lead, the Miners struggled in the third quarter, allowing the Owls to pull away and secure the victory.
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Chuco Classic: Boxing hits Club Memorial

Sofia Sierra and Sebastian Perez-Navarro February 24, 2025
The Chuco Classic brought with it tightly contested fights, ranging from pro debuts, controversial draws, and even main event disappointment.
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“Poison Ivy” Enriquez delivers a jab at Karla Valenzuela Garcia at UTEP’s Memorial Gym.

Blood, glory and love: Chuco Classic displays local fighters’ talent

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor February 24, 2025
Almost every local fighter ran away with a win in the Chuco Classic. From unanimous decisions, to draws, El Pasoans got a taste of the local boxing scene.
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Seninor guard Corey Camper Jr. avoids Liberty player on Feb. 15. Camper put up 10 points against the Liberty Flames.

UTEP burned out at home to the Liberty Flame

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer February 22, 2025
On Feb. 15, UTEP men’s basketball collided with No. 2 Liberty University at home, ultimately falling short in an entertaining match. Though playing a competitive game, the Flames proved too much to handle.
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Assistant Coach Jareica Hughes is the fourth athlete from women's basketball to have her number retired at UTEP.

UTEP women’s basketball retires assistant coach Jareica Hughes No. 3 jersey

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter February 21, 2025
Jareica Hughes, assistant coach of The University of Texas at El Paso women’s basketball has had an incredible career in the sport. She received many awards as a student athlete playing for UTEP and now, as a coach, is getting her No. 3 jersey retired.
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