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EA releases ‘Madden 23’ ratings: top 3 teams analyzed

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Contributor August 2, 2022

With the 2022 National Football League (NFL) season on the horizon, “Madden” and EA have been releasing position rankings daily. The AAA Game’s annual release never fails to stir up controversy, whether it’s the gameplay, the onslaught of microtransactions,...

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UTEP alumnus Tobi Amusan will represent Nigeria in the 2021 Olympics competing in the 400 meter hurdles.

Former Miner breaks world record at World Championships

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 29, 2022

Former Miner Tobi Amusan broke the world record and set the new world record in the 100-meter hurdles at the World Athletics Championships July 24 in Oregon.   According to KVIA, Amusan set a new African record during the Saturday heat with a time...

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Transfer forward Tillotson ready for a new chapter

Transfer forward Tillotson ready for a new chapter

Daniel Alec Lopez July 22, 2022

Going into the 2022-2023 season, the UTEP soccer team is trying to improve and build some success this season, which starts with sophomore forward Justice Tillotson. She transferred from Michigan State University and joined the Miners soccer team in 2021.  For...

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Hayward is even better after a strong 2021 season

Hayward is even better after a strong 2021 season

Daniel Alec Lopez July 21, 2022

With the start of the 2022-2023 season for the UTEP football team around the corner, there are players who excelled last season and are hoping to do even better this year. One of those players is starting senior linebacker Breon Hayward. Hayward was also...

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From left to right: Senior kicker Gavin Baechle, sophomore wide receiver Tyrin Smith, junior defensive end Praise Amaewhule, junior offensive lineman Elijah Klein, senior running back Ronald Awatt.

UTEP football athletes receive Athlon Sports All Conference-USA Honors

Daniel Alec Lopez, Staff Reporter July 13, 2022

The UTEP football team had 14 of its student athletes named for Athlon Sports All Conference-USA Honors after being recognized for last season's achievements.   Senior running back Ronald Awatt was awarded with first-team offense. Awatt led the Miners...

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Promotional schedule for UTEP football announced

Promotional schedule for UTEP football announced

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 13, 2022

UTEP Athletics has announced the 2022 promotional schedule for home games being held at the Sun Bowl Stadium. The home games will feature different themes each night, along with different sponsors for each of the theme nights.  UTEP will kick off...

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UTEP Athletics getting community more involved through 915 tour

Daniel Alec Lopez, Sports Editor July 8, 2022

UTEP Athletics has been doing a small tour around the city of El Paso to get fans more involved and active. UTEP student athletes and coaches have been making various appearances at different places around the city to help sellout the first football game...

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UTEP assistant soccer coach grabs ESPY nomination

UTEP assistant soccer coach grabs ESPY nomination

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 8, 2022

UTEP Assistant Soccer Coach Kate Ward has been nominated as a finalist for Best Athlete with a Disability in women’s sports. Also nominated for the Best Athlete with a Disability award are cross-country skier, cyclist and biathlete Oksana Masters, swimmer...

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El Paso Chihuahuas fall to Oklahoma City Dodgers

El Paso Chihuahuas fall to Oklahoma City Dodgers

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter July 1, 2022

The El Paso Chihuahuas (41-34) took on the Oklahoma City Dodgers (47-28) for Pride Night June 30 at Southwest University Park. The Chihuahuas were defeated by the Dodgers with a score of 2-7.   In celebration of Pride month, several employees at...

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It’s ‘Showtyme’ for Miner Caravan

It’s ‘Showtyme’ for Miner Caravan

Katrina Villarreal, Staff Reporter June 26, 2022

UTEP’s Miner Caravan made a quick stop 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 25 at Showtyme Sports Bar and Grill located at 2106 North Zaragoza Road. Showtyme is owned by current Green Bay Packers running back, and former UTEP Miner, Aaron Jones.   “This...

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Golden State Warriors defeat Boston Celtics to win NBA Finals

Golden State Warriors defeat Boston Celtics to win NBA Finals

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Editor-in-Chief June 20, 2022

After struggling to make playoffs for two years in a row, the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Boston Celtics in game 6, June 16 at TD Garden to win their fourth NBA title since 2015 with a final score of 103-90. While it did not need to go to...

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UTEP’s Powell & Morais come up short of a national championship

UTEP’s Powell & Morais come up short of a national championship

Daniel Alec Lopez, Sports Editor June 13, 2022

UTEP’s track and field team competed for a national championship June 8-11 at Track Town Field in Eugene, Oregon. After its success at the NCAA West Preliminary round Saturday May 28 at John McDonnell field in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Representing the...

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