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Redshirt junior tight end Luke Laufenberg was introduced on National Signing Day as part of the 2019 UTEP football recruiting class. Luke died early Thursday morning after a long battle with cancer.

UTEP football player Luke Laufenberg dies of cancer

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor August 22, 2019

Luke Laufenberg, 21, died early Thursday morning from complications from Burkitt’s Lymphoma, a rare cancer in the United States which attacks immune cells and is known to spread rapidly.  Laufenberg was a recent signee to the Miner football team earning...

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Junior quarterback Mark Torrez will look to earn playing time this season for the Miners.

Miners QB Rundown: Local Mark Torrez looks for opportunity in 2019

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor July 30, 2019

Hometown product and junior quarterback Mark Torrez of Eastwood High School only appeared in one game last season, but did gain extensive experience as a redshirt freshman.  During his freshman year, Torrez played in seven games, completing 14 of...

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Alexa Hoy will enter the transfer portal and depart from the UTEP women's basketball program.

UTEP women’s basketball guard Alexa Hoy departs from program

Isaiah Ramirez, Web Editor July 29, 2019

Sophomore guard Alexa Hoy has left the UTEP women’s basketball team and will enter the transfer portal, according to KTSM El Paso. Hoy is the second player to depart from the program since the end of the 2018-2019 season, after former Miner Zuzanna...

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Running back Quardraiz Wadley will be out for the 2019 season due to a toe injury.

UTEP Football running back Quardraiz Wadley out for season due to injury

Isaiah Ramirez, Web Editor July 29, 2019

Senior running back QuardraizWadley suffered a season-ending toe injury with just less than a month before the 2019-2020 season kickoff for the UTEP football team. Wadley is expected to be out for four to six months after sustaining this injury during...

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Miners Quarterback Rundown Day One: Brandon Jones’ long journey to division one starter

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor July 25, 2019

Editor’s Note: This article is the first in a series of seven profiling the  UTEP's quarterback’s on the roster. The UTEP Miner football team recently added  junior college transfer quarterbacks Gavin Hardison of New Mexico Military Institute...

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UTEP football Head Coach Dana Dimel addressed the media after announcing his 2019 recruiting class Feb. 6, at the Larry K. Durham Sports Center.

UTEP football digs for a winning season

Alexia Lopez, Upward Bound intern July 12, 2019

The University of Texas at El Paso football team has been struggling in its effort to end the curse of a losing streak. UTEP is just two months away from tailgate parties and the excitement running through campus. Miner fans are anxious to see what Head...

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Fans can enjoy plenty of summer sports action in El Paso at Southwest University Park.

In brief: El Paso sports

Isaiah Ramirez, Web Editor June 28, 2019

Although there aren’t any UTEP games currently taking place, there are still sports events going on throughout El Paso, from El Paso Chihuahuas and Locomotive games to camps in the city. Here’s a look at sports updates in El Paso and games as well...

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Shortstop Luis Urias was  selected to play in the 2019 Triple-A All Star Game.

Three Chihuahuas named to play in All-Star Game

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor June 26, 2019

The El Paso Chihuahuas will be well represented in the upcoming Triple-A All-Star game they are hosting July 10 at Southwest University Park, with three players named to play in the game.  Second Baseman Luis Urias, third baseman Ty France and catcher...

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The Chihuahuas take on the Sacramento Rivercats June 26 at 7:05 p.m.

Chihuahuas look to cure home woes versus River Cats

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor June 25, 2019

                 The El Paso Chihuahuas have the second-best record in the Pacific Coast League at 47-29 but surprisingly have been much better on the road than at home. They stand two games above .500 in Southwest University Stadium while...

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Senior quarterback Kai Locksley was arrested Saturday on four charges and is suspended from the team.

UTEP quarterback Kai Locksley suspended from team after being arrested on multiple charges

Isaiah Ramirez, Web Editor June 8, 2019

UTEP senior quarterback Kai Locksley was arrested Saturday on four charges which included driving while intoxicated, possession of marijuana under two ounces, terroristic threat, and unlawful carrying of a weapon according to El Paso County Jail records....

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The Chihuahuas currently have the PCL's best record

Chihuahuas heading on the road with PCL’s best record

Michael Cuviello, Sports Editor June 8, 2019

The El Paso Chihuahuas (36-21) currently have the best record in the Pacific Coast League and lead the Pacific Southern Division by 4.5 games. The Chihuahuas are on the road at the Iowa Cubs and have a road series versus Omaha starting on June 7. With...

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Assistant Coach Michael Madrid will be named the head coach at Texas A&M-Kingsville

UTEP Women’s Basketball assistant coach departs for head coach position at Texas A&M-Kingsville

Isaiah Ramirez, Web Editor May 29, 2019

UTEP women’s basketball assistant head coach Michael Madrid is headed to Kingsville, Texas as the new head women’s basketball coach at Texas A&M-Kingsville. Madrid was an assistant coach for two seasons at UTEP under head coach Kevin Baker’s...

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