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Belichesky’s longest field goal as a Miner was a 55-yard shot against Arizona State in 1973.

From the Sun Bowl to the Rescue Mission: The tale of Bronko Belichesky

Adrian Broaddus, Web Editor January 24, 2017

He staggers around the Rescue Mission with the book “What Jesus Demands from the World” with a melancholic expression on his face. Bronko Belichesky, a former UTEP Miner kicker from 1974-76, is living at the cost-free facility after he was diagnosed...

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Forward Terry Winn decided to part ways with the team after feeling like he was unjustly attacked by the staff.

The Prospector’s exclusive interview with Terry Winn on his departure from UTEP

Jason Green, Staff Reporter November 29, 2016

Sophomore forward Terry Winn is joining the growing list of players to transfer away from the UTEP basketball program during head coach Tim Floyd’s tenure after he was abruptly sent back to El Paso during the Gildan Charleston Classic on Nov. 19. Winn...

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UTEP men’s basketball looks to improve their season against NSU on Dec. 3 at home.

Men’s basketball searching for redemption against NSU

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter November 29, 2016

UTEP men’s basketball is coming off their first home loss of the new season against Southeastern Louisiana, 72-56, as they fell to 2-3 in their first five games of the year. They are looking to bounce back as they welcome Northwestern State on Dec....

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Aaron Jones­­—to the NFL or stay at UTEP?

Aaron Jones­­—to the NFL or stay at UTEP?

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor November 29, 2016

After they capped their 52-24 victory over the North Texas Mean Green, a wave of seniors stormed the field in excitement over their team’s victory. It was their last game wearing the orange and blue uniform and they stayed after the fireworks shot...

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Sophomore cross country runner Antony Kosgei (#678) was named to the C-USA Honor Roll for his excellence in the classroom.

Kosgei defies barriers to exceed academically

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter November 29, 2016

One of UTEP’s cross country runners has enjoyed triumph on both sides of the spectrum, on and off the field. His name is Antony Kosgei and he is currently a sophomore majoring in environmental science. Kosgei comes from Eldoret, Kenya, and has close...

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UTEP standout running back Aaron Jones is now UTEP’s all-time leading rusher with 3,738 career rushing yards.

Miners prepare for trip to Rice

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor November 15, 2016

After their bowl hopes were dashed in a heartbreaking fashion against Florida Atlantic, the Miners (3-7, 1-5 C-USA) are left to regroup against Conference USA’s worst team in the league, the Rice Owls (2-8, 1-6 C-USA) in Houston, Texas, on Saturday,...

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UTEP women’s basketball team lost two games during their opening weekend debut to Northern Arizona and Texas Southern, respectively.

Women’s basketball still looking for first win

Jason Green, Staff Reporter November 15, 2016

Before heading to the Virgin Islands for the Paradise Jam Tournament over the Thanksgiving break, the UTEP women’s basketball team (0-2) has one more chance to head into the tournament with a victory. Head coach Keitha Adams’ young team has struggled...

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UTEP men’s basketball will compete in the Gildan Charleston Classic against Wake Forest.

Men’s basketball to test depth against Wake Forest

Mike Flores, Staff Reporter November 15, 2016

Following the opening week of college basketball, which the UTEP men’s team put on a show in front of their home crowd with the 88-54 blowout win against Louisiana College, the Miners are now set to travel to Charleston, South Carolina, for the Gildan...

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Women’s basketball team overlooked despite success

Women’s basketball team overlooked despite success

Jason Green and Grecia Sanchez November 1, 2016

UTEP women’s basketball has achieved a level of success that ranks it near the top of all teams—male and female—at UTEP. The team was a runner-up in the Women’s National Invitation Tournament in 2014. During the tournament’s final four games,...

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America Should Legalize Sports Betting Now

America Should Legalize Sports Betting Now

Jason Green, Staff Reporter November 1, 2016

Former UTEP student Michael Karpus pled guilty recently to charges relating to a gambling ring, which he ran while enrolled at the university. According to court documents, the gambling ring allegedly involved former UTEP basketball players McKenzie Moore,...

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Adams embarks on her 15th year as head coach

Adams embarks on her 15th year as head coach

Jason Green, Staff Reporter November 1, 2016

Her energy is infectious no matter what it is that she is talking about; and it is no surprise that people send their daughters from around the world to play for her. UTEP women’s basketball head coach Keitha Adams’ statistics are noteworthy by any...

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The UTEP basketball squad will play their final exhibition game against Alaska Fairbanks on Saturday, Nov. 5, in preparation for their regular season.

Miners prepare for Alaska Fairbanks for exhibition game

Adrian Broaddus, Sports Editor November 1, 2016

Exhibition games are created to allow a squad to test their depth chart, play newcomers to introduce them to the court for the first time and see what’s right and what’s wrong on the team. It’s also to prepare the squad for their regular season,...

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