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Former UTEP Quarterback Kai Locksley drops back to pass versus the University of Texas at San Antonio Oct. 5, 2019.

UTEP football season opener versus Texas Tech canceled

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief August 4, 2020

This morning UTEP Athletic Director Jim Senter said in a news release that the Sept. 5 home season opener versus Big 12 school Texas Tech was canceled.  “While we are disappointed that we will not be able to host Texas Tech this fall, we...

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Oct 11, 2019; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (2) drives against Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) in the first quarter at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Season Restart Preview: New Orleans faces tough matchup versus Utah

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor July 30, 2020

Amidst the current pandemic that is going on the National Basketball Association season will restart officially on July 30. A season return is an event that many sports fanatics have been looking forward to since NBA commissioner Adam Silver suspended...

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The Los Angeles Lakers battle the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA season restart opener.

NBA Season Restart Preview: Lakers battle Clippers in potential Conference Final matchup

Heriberto Perez, Staff Reporter July 30, 2020

After a four-plus month break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2019-2020 NBA season will officially restart this Thursday. A 22-team league that will resume actions in Orlando, Florida, in the “bubble” and following strict health protocols to keep...

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The Locomotive defense tries to chase down  an attacking  New Mexico player on  a rain drenched Southwest University Field July 24,2020

Locomotive loses first game of 2020 season

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor July 25, 2020

 On a rainy Friday evening at Southwest University Park, the El Paso Locomotive FC (1-1-2) were unable to muster efficient scoring opportunities resulting in a 2-1 loss to New Mexico United (2-1-1). This is the Locomotive first loss of the...

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Locomotive forward Omar Salgado trips up opposing New Mexico player with his footwork versus the United July 15, 2020.

Locomotive look to stay undefeated in a rematch with New Mexico United

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 23, 2020

The undefeated El Paso Locomotive (1-0-2) take on its group second place team New Mexico United (1-1-1) this Friday, June 24, in a rematch of the July 15 matchup that resulted in a 2-2 draw.  In its previous matchup with New Mexico, the Locomotive...

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Locomotive defender Bryam Rebellon takes to air to set a pass to teammate verus New Mexico July 15, 2020.

Locomotive and New Mexico United survive impending severe weather, battle to a draw

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 16, 2020

On a severely overcast Wednesday night, the El Paso Locomotive struggled to get clean shots on goal for most of the match coming up scoreless in the second half playing  New Mexico United to a draw 2-2.  “We are unbeaten in three, we had the...

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El Paso midfielder Dylan Mares penetrates the RIo Grande defense taking an opposing player off his feet with his footwork Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive take on group rival New Mexico United

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 15, 2020

The El Paso Locomotive (1-0-1) takes on cross-state rival New Mexico United (1-1) tonight at 7 p.m. at Southwest University Stadium in a crucial matchup that will determine first place in Group C.    Both teams are coming off wins in the return of...

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Locomotive midfielder Distel Zola heads the ball  over a crowd of Rio Grande Valley defenders in a 1-0 victory over the Toros Saturday July 11, 2020.

Locomotive’s smothering defense produces win over Rio Grande in USL return

Michael Cuviello, Editor-in-Chief July 12, 2020

The El Paso FC (Football Club) Locomotive brought sports back to the sun city for the first time Saturday since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down all events in March. Playing in its first home game of the season and without fans, the...

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The El Paso Locomotive returns to the field after a four month break.

El Paso Locomotive FC sets sights on season return

Heriberto Perez, Staff Reporter July 11, 2020

El Paso Locomotive FC is ready to continue with the USL Championship 2020 season. The Locos will be returning to play the season that started March 6 when it tied against Orange County FC. After the break that the COVID-19 pandemic caused to the league,...

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UTEP Junior forward Jo Jo Ngongo takes a hard slide to strip ball from Southern Miss Oct. 20, 2019.

UTEP soccer releases 2020 home schedule

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor July 8, 2020

The 2020 UTEP soccer home schedule, which includes a match-up against Pac-12 foe Arizona State and a shortened Conference-USA slate, was announced July 8. Season tickets are made available for the first time for fans as the second season of the Kathryn...

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Five UTEP student-athletes test positive for COVID-19

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor July 6, 2020

  Five UTEP student-athletes have tested positive for COVID-19 according to release from the University and the athletes will self-quarantine for 14 days.   All UTEP Athletic facilities were immediately closed for extensive cleaning...

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Magic Johnson documentary expected to be released next year

Magic Johnson documentary expected to be released next year

Isaiah Ramirez, Sports Editor June 28, 2020

An exclusive and “all access” look at National Basketball Association legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson is in development and  expected to be released in 2021. The documentary will look at the five-time NBA champion’s historic career with the Los...

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