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No. 7 Texas A&M brings 'A-game,' blanks Lobos football
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 19, 2021
The nationally-ranked Texas A&M Aggies defeated the New Mexico Lobos 34-0 on Sept. 18, according to Sports Illustrated.
Lobo QB Wilson named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week, Manning Award Quarterback of the Week
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 19, 2021
Terry Wilson, a senior at New Mexico University, has been recognized for two separate honors this week, earning the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week and the Manning Award Quarterback of the Week, according to a New Mexico Lobos press release.
'They had told the coaches that the turf was hot'; parents protest discipline of West Mesa football players
By Solange DeLisle | Sep 10, 2021
West Mesa High School head football coach Anthony Ansotigue believes how he disciplined his players was "nothing cruel or unusual," but some parents believe the coaching staff took it too far.
UNM AD discusses new changes at Lobos athletic events to focus on fan safety, 'the experience'
By John Suayan | Sep 5, 2021
New Mexico Director of Athletics Eddie Nuñez late last month discussed the school’s change to mobile ticketing, cashless parking, mobile concessions and the new clear bag policy for Lobo events.
Fourth-place national ranking 'quite humbling' for Lobos women's cross country
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 4, 2021
The University of New Mexico women's cross country team got tabbed for fourth place nationally this week in the NCAA Division I National Coaches' Preseason Poll.
New Mexico United lowering September home game capacity to 'do our part' against COVID-19
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 28, 2021
New Mexico United team officials recently announced the team will be reducing capacity at upcoming home games to 60% as part of a plan aimed at lowering the transmission of COVID-19 across the community.
This kid has a chance': New Mexico teen Nava signs with United soccer through 2023
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 28, 2021
Cristian Nava is already in rare company.
'Boom, a change': NMPED recommends masking up for outdoor sports
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 27, 2021
Residents across New Mexico faced confusion over masking requirements for high school athletes involved in outdoor sports, KTSM reported.
Lobos add Kirkland to athletic communications staff in 'perfect fit'
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 27, 2021
The University of New Mexico athletic department has tabbed Steve Kirkland as Director of Athletic Communications.
Lobos football 110th in AP preseason poll; New Mexico State riding JUCO QB Johnson
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 25, 2021
The Crimson Tide won’t have history on its side as Alabama enters the 2021 college football season ranked No. 1 in the country in the Associated Press preseason poll.
Wehan returns to New Mexico United in 'very easy' transition
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
Chris Wehan signed a fresh contract with New Mexico United to play through the 2023 season.
'We've been grinding, man': New Mexico native Mendoza to headline Minneapolis fight card
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
Boxer and native New Mexican Brian Mendoza will be the headliner in a PBC fight card against the undefeated Jesus Ramos Jr. on Sept. 5 at the Armory in Minneapolis, Minn.
'Feels pretty good': Lobos get new weapon in Kentucky QB transfer Wilson
By Trina Thomas | Aug 22, 2021
University of New Mexico Quarterback Terry Wilson is soaking it all in after being named to the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Watch List on Aug. 18.
Proposed soccer stadium in voters' hands, with 'sort of a guarantee' for neighborhood
By Trina Thomas | Aug 22, 2021
The Albuquerque City Council voted 7-2 on Aug. 16 to place a $50 million multiuse soccer stadium bond for the New Mexico United on the ballot for Nov. 2.
'We need experience': Highland High football takes young, eager team into 2021 season
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 22, 2021
Highland High football coach Phil Lovato is hoping his Hornets will prove adept at learning on the job this season.
'It sets the tone for everything': Cibola High football bullish ahead of season opener at La Cueva
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 21, 2021
Cibola High School football coach Roderick Williams has a simple mandate for his Cougars this season.
University of New Mexico women's soccer begins defense of league title, 'to prove everything on the field' as favorites to repeat
By John Suayan | Aug 21, 2021
When it came to selecting a program with the best chance of ruling the Mountain West this year, the preseason favorite remains University of New Mexico women's soccer.
'Extraordinary leadership': University of New Mexico AD Nuñez named to just third Mountain West Commissioner's Award
By John Suayan | Aug 20, 2021
Last year found University of New Mexico athletic director Eddie Nuñez in unprecedented circumstances – and because of his efforts to steer the Lobos through the COVID-19 pandemic – the Mountain West Conference bestowed one of his highest honors upon him.
Albuquerque football coach Johnson touts size, depth, experience; 'We take no opponent lightly'
By John Suayan | Aug 16, 2021
Albuquerque Bulldogs head football coach Tim Johnson believes that his program is well-stocked for years to come.
'The kids voted': Albuquerque youth football team donating half of fundraiser proceeds to balloon crash victims' families
By Timothy Stuckey | Aug 15, 2021
A local Albuquerque's Youth American Football League team (YAFL) is donating a portion from its annual fundraiser this year to families of the June balloon crash victims.