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Freshman point guard Kezza Giffa plays defense during the first half of the home game against Western New Mexico on Nov. 9.

UTEP freshman guard comes a long way

Levi Carlos, Staff Reporter December 4, 2021

Kezza Giffa, freshman guard for the UTEP men's basketball team, comes a long way from home to play for the Miners. Giffa is from Paris, France and has had a basketball in his hands for most of his life.   Giffa’s father, Sacha Giffa, was...

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Sophomore wide receiver Jacob Cowing catches a pass against LA Tech Oct. 16, 2021, at the Sun Bowl against Rice University.

UTEP wide receiver makes history

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter December 4, 2021

While on the cusp of an improved season for the UTEP football team, sophomore wide receiver Jacob Cowing has helped guide the Miners to a winning record this season. The 5’11 wide receiver has posted record breaking numbers this season.   Cowing...

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Defensive specialist Alyssa Sianez bumps the ball during the game against the University of Alabama at Birmingham on Oct. 22, 2021.

UTEP volleyball conclude historic season

Katrina Villarreal, Contributor December 2, 2021

UETP volleyball season is coming to a close after a historic year. Under second-year Head Coach Ben Wallis, the Miners finished the season 21-7 (.769) overall and 9-4 (.667) in conference play.   The Miners dominated all season long, as they accomplished their first...

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Freshman wide receiver Khalil Warfield cheers with fans and players on the sidelines after a touchdown during the football game against Rice University at the Sun Bowl on Nov. 20.

Miner football awaits bowl game

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Sports Editor December 1, 2021

The UTEP Miners had a historic season that consisted of breaking many records and surpassing the expectations of many. They finished their regular season with a record of 7-4 and went 4-4 in Conference USA.   UTEP finished .500 or better...

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UTEP players cheer on the sideline during the second half of the game against WNMU on Nov. 9

Men’s basketball working hard to improve

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter November 30, 2021

The UTEP men’s basketball team (2-1,0-0 Conference-USA) is off to a promising start, practicing and playing hard to keep the momentum going through the rest of the season.  So far this season the Miners have performed well against rival teams...

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Teal Battle along with her teammates scream for joy during the last quarter of the game against St. Mary's University during their home game on Nov. 7 at the Don Haskins Center,.

UTEP fights to reach C-USA Tournament

Katrina Villarreal, Contributor November 30, 2021

UTEP women’s basketball is 4-0 for the first time since the 2017-2018 season under Head Coach Kevin Baker. The Miners have beat each team they have faced throughout the season by double digits.  In its season opener against Incarnate Word, the Miners...

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Jamal Bieniemy goes up for a layup against FAMU on Nov. 24, 2021, at the Don Haskins center. Photo by: Ace Acosta

Miners bounce back in win

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter November 26, 2021

The Miners (4-2,0-0) had a bounce-back win against The University of Florida A&M (1-3,0-0) on Nov. 24 at the Don Haskins Center. The offense executed their plays better, shooting 35 percent from the floor, and 34.8 percent from the 3-point line....

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Miners lose first game of tournament after struggling offensively

Miners lose first game of tournament after struggling offensively

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter November 23, 2021

The UTEP Miners (3-2, 0-0) lost to The University of California, Riverside (4-2, 0-0) on Nov. 22 at the Don Haskins Center. The Miners defensively were able to play well and force 17 turnovers. Unfortunately,  UTEP struggled offensively when trying...

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Khalil Warfield cheers with fans and players on the sidelines after a touchdown during the football game against Rice University on Nov. 20.

UTEP Miners rally past Rice Owls

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Sports Editor November 21, 2021

On Saturday afternoon, the Miners (7-4, 4-3 Conference USA) managed to rally past Rice (3-8, 2-5 C-USA) to secure their seventh win on the season with a final score of 38-28 and end their three-game losing streak.   The Miners have recorded...

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Guard Katia Gallegos dribbles past a NAU defender on Nov. 20, 2021, at the Don Haskins center.
Photo by: Ruben R. Ramirez

UTEP defeats NAU to remain undefeated

Emily Autumn Velasquez, Sports Editor November 21, 2021

On Saturday night, the UTEP women’s basketball team (4-0) defeated NAU (1-3) at the Don Haskins Center to remain unbeaten after a final score of 72-62.   Sophomore guard Katia Gallegos led the team with a season-high of 19 points, and sophomore...

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Freshman running back Deion Hankins runs the ball against UTSA on Nov. 6, 2021, at the Sun Bowl

UTEP prepares for final home game against Rice

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter November 19, 2021

The Miners (6-4, 3-3 Conference USA) face an aggressive University of Rice (2-4, 3-7 C-USA) Nov. 20 at the Sun Bowl Stadium. UTEP is trying to close out the season on a strong note and is looking forward to a bowl game after their successful...

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Guard Souley Bourn shoots a three pointer against NMSU for the battle of I-10 on Nov. 13, 2021, at the Pan American Center

Comeback falls short

Daniel Lopez, Staff Reporter November 14, 2021

The Miners (1-1,0-0 C-USA) lost to New Mexico State University (NMSU) (2-0,0-0 WAC) on Nov. 13 at the Pan American Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The Miners had a brief lead in the first quarter but could not get that back. UTEP had a hard time scoring...

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