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Freshman striker Sarah Mullen prepares to score the second goal of the match

Dilling breaks shutouts record as Miners beat UTSA

Luis Gonzalez, Staff Reporter October 19, 2014

There was no overtime needed for UTEP Women’s Soccer to get their 10th win of the season today at University Field against the visiting UTSA Roadrunners. Freshman Sarah Mullen scored her second goal of the year to seal the victory for the Miners...

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Freshman Coline Coessens attempts a attack against the Western Kentucky front line.

Hilltoppers trounce Miners

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 19, 2014

Closing out there toughest home stand of the season, the UTEP women’s volleyball team lost to Conference USA co-leader Western Kentucky in straights, 3-0 (25-19, 25-14, 25-16). After a well-contested match against Rice on Friday, the Miners seemed...

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Sophomore middle blocker Dominique Millette attempts an attack on the Rice defense

Rice defeats UTEP 3-0

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 17, 2014

Back in front of their home crowd for the first time in nearly three weeks, the UTEP women’s volleyball team’s two game win streak was snapped, as the Rice Owls defeated the Miners 3-0 (25-22, 25-12, 25-18) at Memorial Gym. Rice jumped out to a...

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The Miners rush offense ranks third in Conference USA.

Miner backfield full of depth

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 14, 2014

At homecoming, the UTEP football team found its footing again after a deplorable showing on the road the past two weeks. They found their success on the basis of their running attack, and the Miners now seem to be off life support. Starting in 2013,...

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The Miners rush offense ranks third in Conference USA.

Miners look to bye week for extra preparation

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter October 14, 2014

After a strong win against Old Dominion at home, the Miners find themselves alive in conference play with a 1-1 record, and a 3-3 record overall. The 42-35 win over Old Dominion was bigger than just a homecoming win, more importantly, it was a win that...

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The Miners are currently in a four-way tie for third place in Conference USA.

Miners ready for last home stand of the season

Luis Gonzalez, Copy Editor October 14, 2014

The UTEP women’s soccer team has now gone into overtime in six of their last seven games after a win and a tie on the road this weekend against Western Kentucky and Marshall, respectively. The Miners now prepare for their last home stand of the year,...

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The UTEP men’s basketball team is predicted to finished second and conference, whereas the women’s team are predicted to finish fourth.

It Doesn’t Matter What Other Coaches Think

Jason Green, Contributor October 14, 2014

Conference USA released the league’s preseason rankings last week. Voted on by the league’s coaches, the UTEP men’s basketball team was picked to finish second, behind Louisiana Tech. I understand that coach Tim Floyd gets to submit his preseason...

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Coach Sean Kugler congratulates his offense after another touchdown.

UTEP triumphs on Homecoming

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter October 11, 2014

The UTEP football team capped off their homecoming week celebrations with their first ever match up against the Old Dominion Monarchs. After a near comeback by the Monarchs, the Miners triumphed at the end winning 42-35. The Miners got off to a...

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UTEP head coach Tim Floyd instructs his team on a drill.

New look Miners are hungry for glory in 2014-15 season

Javier Cortez, Sports Editor October 7, 2014

Yesterday, the UTEP men’s basketball team conducted their first practice of the 2014-15 season, at the Foster Stevens Basketball Complex. After a season of trials and tribulations, the men’s team is ready for the new season with a team that is full...

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The Miners 52 point loss to Louisiana Tech last week was was the worst loss the Miners have suffered in 12 years.

Miners look to homecoming game to find their stride

Juan Carlos Navarrete, Staff Reporter October 7, 2014

The UTEP Miners have been in a slump for the past two weeks on the road and will finally have the chance to redeem themselves in the Sun Bowl at their homecoming game against the Old Dominion Monarchs this Saturday, Oct. 11. The Miners will attempt to...

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Tremendous weekend play gives confidence to Lady Miners

Luis Gonzalez, Copy Editor October 7, 2014

The UTEP women’s soccer team will go on the road to visit Western Kentucky and Marshall on Friday and Sunday, respectively, after splitting two games at home. It took overtime in both games this weekend at University Field to separate UTEP from North...

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Being held to a higher standard

Jason Green, Staff Reporter October 7, 2014

The UTEP Athletic Department and other campus organizations have used the recent domestic violence problems in the National Football League as a chance to reinforce the standards that UTEP students and student athletes should be held to. If you have...

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