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UTEP defeats Liberty with a commanding performance, moving on to the C-USA semifinals.

UTEP volleyball exits C-USA tournament in the semifinals

Sofia Sierra, Sports Editor November 26, 2024
After a much-anticipated Conference-USA (CUSA) tournament, UTEP volleyball fell after a tough battle to New Mexico State University in the semifinals.
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UTEP demonstrated outstanding effort as a team throughout the game.

UTEP volleyball caps stellar season off on high note

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer November 19, 2024
Nov. 15-16, UTEP volleyball hosted the Kennesaw State Owls, and needing to finish strong heading into the Conference USA tournament, UTEP won both matches with little setbacks.
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Outside Hitter Torrance Lovesee celebrates a point against NM State.

UTEP volleyball crushes NMSU Aggies in I-10 Rivalry Victory

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer October 14, 2024
In the ultimate doubleheader, UTEP volleyball rallied against their I-10 rival, New Mexico State University Aggies. With the two-game win streak, the Miners improved to an overall score of 15-2 (5-0 Conference USA), as NMSU dropped 9-9 (3-3 C-USA).
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UTEP Volleyball delivered an impressive display on Friday night at the Memorial Club, dominating Sam Houston with a decisive 3-0 victory.

UTEP volleyball tames Bearkats in doubleheader sweep

Cameron Mason, Contributor/Writer October 10, 2024
Oct. 4 and 5, UTEP volleyball faced off against the Sam Houton Bearkats. With UTEP firing on all cylinders, the Miners went on to pick up both matches while playing at Memorial Gym. The Miners are still undefeated in conference play, with an overall record of 14-2. Coming into these games, UTEP had been on a five-game winning streak with a strong open to Conference-USA (C-USA) play, sweeping Florida International University on Sept. 28.   
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Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics

Back for more, UTEP volleyball coach Ben Wallis agrees to two year contract extension

Gael Araiza, Layout Editor September 27, 2024
For six years, UTEP Head Volleyball Coach Ben Wallis has taken the reins of a program that was once at the bottom of Conference USA, garnering not only fan support but also strengthening his team in the process.
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Middle Blocker Kaya Weaver celebrates a score with her teammates.

UTEP Volleyball captures Southwest Showdown title going undefeated over the weekend

Christian Garza, Writer/Contributor September 24, 2024
UTEP volleyball claims the Southwest Showdown Tournament title with an unbeaten 3-0 record. The Miners secured three consecutive victories over the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (TAMCC), and Texas State last weekend at Memorial Gym.
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On Sept. 7, UTEP played against Air Force, and won all three sets, giving the team their second win. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP volleyball continues Ben Wallis-era momentum during dominate Borderland Invite showing

Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, Editor-in-Chief September 11, 2024
UTEP volleyball continues its successes at home after the Borderland Invitational this weekend. The Miners won all three of the matches after a strong showing at the Utah Invitational Tournament last week.
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The C-USA Beach Volleyball Championships took place April 25 to 27 at the Youngsville Sports Complex. Photo Courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP Beach Volleyball leaves everything on the sand as season ends

Melissa Herrera, Contributor/Writer May 1, 2024

The UTEP Miners headed to Youngsville, LA to compete in the Conference USA (C-USA) Beach Volleyball Championship on April 25 at the Youngsville Sports Complex. The Miners were ranked in the tournament as the No. 6 seed. The UTEP Beach Volleyball season...

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Marian Ovalle and Katie Martin high five each other during the Canyon Classic held from April 6-7. This marked the final matches of the season for the Miners. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP beach volleyball wraps up regular season

Esteban Corona, Staff Reporter April 16, 2024

UTEP Miner’s beach volleyball split the opening day of the Canyon Classic, securing a 3-2 victory against Ottawa University Arizona (OUAZ) Spirit’s but succumbing to nationally ranked Grand Canyon University (GCU) Antelopes with a 5-0 loss Saturday...

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Beach Volleyball pair freshman Mila Popovic and junior Ema Uskokvic celebrate after scoring. Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

UTEP Beach Volleyball bring the roar in Bear Down Beach

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer March 21, 2024

The sunscreen, foldable lawn chairs, and sandals were all packed as UTEP Beach Volleyball headed out of El Paso to Bear Down Beach in Tuscon, Ariz., and Gene Autry Park in Mesa, Ariz. The Miners secured wins all around, with their record at 5-6 boosting...

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UTEP volleyball libero and mathematics major, Alyssa Sianez, who hopes to teach middle school math, was chosen to be the GoTeach Dr. Pepper tuition giveaway program recipient.

Alyssa Sianez: On the court and in the classroom

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor March 21, 2024

The UTEP volleyball team took home a second-place title in the National Invitational Volleyball Championship in December, gaining more recognition in the world of athletics at UTEP. In February, the team was presented to UTEP fans at a basketball game....

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Freshman Adriana Oporto jumps high in the air and attempts to hit the ball.

UTEP beach volleyball shines in historical first home match

Joel Molina, Photo Editor March 20, 2024

The cheers of fans, the sound of volleyballs being spiked, and the smooth movement of sand were heard at the sand volleyball courts behind the student recreation center March 9. A monumental day for UTEP and its beach volleyball team as they hosted the...

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