The Prospector

World Cup Recap: Group E & F Results

Luis Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • June 25, 2014

South American countries have thrived in the group stage so far in Brazil, with all participants up to date having qualified for the round of 16. Today’s results from Groups E and F provided the first country from the host continent to be eliminated...

World Cup recap: Netherlands and Chile advance from Group B

Luis Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • June 23, 2014

The final series of group-stage games, which will provide two teams from each group to advance into the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup Brazil 2014, is underway. Group B was the first in action, with Chile playing the Netherlands and Spain facing...

South American Domination in Rio

Luis Gonzalez, Staff Reporter • June 4, 2014

There is nothing like it. Nothing comes close to the emotions that a World Cup awakens. The anticipation, the nerves, the passion, and the hopes and dreams created are unmatched. The whole world will be watching as 32 countries compete on soccer’s...

Miners play last two home games of the season

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor • October 24, 2013

The UTEP women’s soccer team will play their last two home games of the season this weekend at University Field as they host in-state rivals the Texas San Antonio Roadrunners Oct. 25 and Conference USA leaders, the Colorado College Tigers, Oct. 27 UTEP...

Sarah Dilling late saves help Miners hold a 2-2 draw against Charlotte

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor • October 11, 2013

With two back-to-back goals from defender Dakota Olson, the Charlotte 49ers rallied back from a two-goal deficit to tie 2-2 with the Miners. Sarah Dilling, UTEP’s junior goalkeeper, had two crucial saves in overtime which saved the Miners from defeat. “UTEP...

UTEP Soccer ready to take on the 49ers

Ellisia Shafer, Staff Reporter • October 11, 2013

The UTEP women’s soccer team returns home after two games on the road. The Miners tied with Alabama Birmingham, 1-1, and defeated Florida Atlantic University, 2-1, in overtime. “It was great being able to split on the road, we got a little bit...

UTEP soccer splits first two conference games

Edwin Delgado, Sports editor • October 1, 2013

The UTEP soccer team split its first two games of conference play after falling 2-1 to Rice and defeating Southern Miss 1-0 in overtime. “I was really proud of our team being able to bounce back and get a win,” said head coach Kevin Cross. The...

UTEP Soccer falls 2-1 to Rice in Conference-USA opener

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor • September 28, 2013

With two goals in a space of one minute, the Rice Owls mounted a comeback to defeat the Miners. “It was a good win, UTEP is one of the toughest teams to play on the road. I’m very proud of my team, they put up a good fight,” said Rice head coach...

UTEP soccer opens conference slate at home

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor • September 27, 2013

The UTEP soccer team which is currently on a four-game winning streak will try to add to their streak in conference play. The Miners are set to start their 2013 campaign when they host the Rice Owls tonight at University Field . For the first time...

Mental strength the key for success for Gina Soto

Luis Barrio, Contributor • September 24, 2013

Gina Soto, senior midfielder, said that she takes after her father when it comes to spontaneity. But when it comes to soccer and her ambition to improve, she sticks to the same concepts, patience and attention to detail like her mother. Acknowledging...

Babcock wants to leave a lasting impression

Ellisia Shafer, Staff Reporter • September 17, 2013

As a freshman for UTEP in 2010, senior forward Jade Babcock was rated third on the UTEP soccer team in goals, fourth in points and fifth in assists. Now in her senior year, Babcock remembers transitioning from divisional play in Midland, Texas, to...

UTEP Soccer Continues Homestand This Weekend

Edwin Delgado, Sports Editor • August 30, 2013

UTEP soccer team seeks to build on their start to the season with another pair of home matches this weekend. The Miners (2-0-0) will challenge back-to-back NCAA Tournament participant Utah State (2-0-0) at 7 p.m. Friday before locking up with new...