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Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Mexico shines in Gold Cup debut

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 10, 2017

Amid a brewing coaching controversy, the Mexican team led by coach Juan Carlos Osorio showed on Sunday why they are one of the usual favorites to take home the biennial Gold Cup. Playmaker Elias Hernandez contributed to a 3-1 victory over El Salvador...

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Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

Chihuahuas complete sweep against the Bees

July 9, 2017

On a bright and early Sunday morning ball game, the Chihuahuas used strong pitching to their advantage as they completed a three-game home sweep against the Salt Lake Bees. In front of 6,951 early rising fans, the Chihuahuas were able to obtain...

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USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

USMNT off to a disappointing start in the Gold Cup

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 8, 2017

After much expectation behind manager Bruce Arenas’ return to the meaningful competition, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) failed to secure their first three points in group B of the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Sunday. A rugged Panama team fought...

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San Antonio Spurs player Danny Green held a Q&A with young basketball players during his Basketball Skills Camp.

Danny Green basketball camp stops in El Paso

Nina Titovets, Photographer July 8, 2017

On Saturday, July 8, Parkland High School held a Danny Green Basketball Skills Camp. It's the second year in a row that Green brings his camp to El Paso. Kids from all over El Paso from the ages of eight to 17 gathered to learn and improve their skills...

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Chihuahuas prevail in extra innings

Chihuahuas prevail in extra innings

Eddie Velazquez, Entertainment Editor July 4, 2017

After a disappointing doubleheader culminating in home losses on Sunday, the El Paso Chihuahuas fought their way out of an early deficit to top the Reno Aces in extra innings. Both teams split the series 2-2. Chihuahuas pitcher Matt Magill got off...

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After a year of watching, Trey Wade is ready to play

After a year of watching, Trey Wade is ready to play

Mike Flores, Sports Editor June 27, 2017

UTEP basketball introduced Trey Wade to the media on Monday, June 26, and after a year of waiting and witnessing the Miners' ups and downs from last season, the 6-foot-6 guard from Austell, Georgia is finally ready to contribute on the court. Wade...

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Guard Isiah Osborne ready to take the court

Guard Isiah Osborne ready to take the court

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor June 27, 2017

After sitting out last season per NCAA transfer rules, sophomore guard Isiah Osborne from Windsor, Ontario, Canada, is eager to finally earn some playing time in the upcoming 2017-18 basketball season. “I’m so ready, I’ve been waiting since the...

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Roller Derby: The grunge and grit of sports

Roller Derby: The grunge and grit of sports

Adrian Broaddus, Editor-In-Chief June 27, 2017

In central El Paso sits a scanty, shabby warehouse where organized action is practiced on a regular basis. Elbows are thrown, women are shoved almost constantly and hundreds of fans cheer for each team. It sounds like some sort of an underground exclusive...

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UTEP’s new tennis coach Ivan Fernandez began his tenure on June 5.

Fernandez hopes to bring new era to tennis

Mike Flores, Sports Editor June 27, 2017

Since 2010, the UTEP tennis program has seen six coaches in the last seven years. However, the Miners have finally seemed to find the right person for the job with Ivan Fernandez. Fernandez brings great experience, knowledge, a winning attitude and,...

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Incoming freshman Tirus Smith looks to add depth to the Miners interior play.

Smith brings strong, physical and mental game to UTEP

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor June 27, 2017

Forward Tirus Smith, out of Petal High School in Petal, Mississippi, will be suiting up for the Miners for the first time as a freshman this fall. The big 6-foot-9, 230-pound forward will be an important boost to the Miners’ interior game both offensively...

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Sun City Roller Girls return to the hardwood on Sunday

Jeremy Carranco, Contributor June 24, 2017

Season nine of roller derby action returns to El Paso on Sunday, June 15, with “Brawlesque,” presented by the El Paso Country Coliseum and the Sun City Roller Girls. The event will feature two showdowns on the day. Chuco Town Chulas will take...

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Meet incoming freshman Joey St. Pierre

Meet incoming freshman Joey St. Pierre

Mike Flores, Sports Editor June 22, 2017

UTEP men’s basketball introduced incoming freshman Joey St. Pierre on Thursday at the Foster Stevens Basketball Center. The 6-foot-10, 280-pound 3-star athlete is regarded by ESPN as the No. 11 player in the state of Illinois. St. Pierre is from...

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