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UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas took place Aug. 29 with over 6,000 attendants. The UTEP community celebrated a night of Miner pride and community spirit.

UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas paints ballpark orange in Downtown El Paso

Adrian Gonzalez, Contributor/Writer September 9, 2025
UTEP spirit filled Southwest University Park during UTEP Night at the Chihuahuas, where students, alumni and fans filled the stands in orange for a celebration of tradition, pride and community.
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The UTEP Miners cheer "Picks Up!" before taking the field against Stephen F. Austin’s Lumberjacks on Aug. 31 at University Field.

UTEP soccer misses shots on two non-conference games

Aylinne Morales, Contributor/Writer September 9, 2025
UTEP soccer played its fourth home game of the season against Stephen F. Austin State on Aug. 31. After a close match, they lost 1-0. Following the game against SFA, the Miners lost 1-0 against the Idaho Vandals.
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Photo courtesy of UTEP Athletics.

No gold in Logan: Miners fall to Utah State 28-16

Cameron Mason , Staff Reporter September 9, 2025
Opening the 2025 season on the road, UTEP football faced an uphill battle against the Utah State Aggies, ultimately falling short despite a spirited effort with a few notable plays on both sides of the ball.
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Overlooking a drill, assistant coach Courtney Johnson cheered the miners on from the sidelines of the court. The miners practiced their spiking and blocking against opposing teams.

UTEP Volleyball blocks out pressure heading into the 2025 season

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor September 3, 2025
A year after reaching the NCAA tournament for the first time in program history, UTEP volleyball gears up to run it back. Head Coach Ben Wallis and setter Alexis Massey comment on the team’s mentality and new additions heading into the 2025 season.
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Coach Walden emphasized accountability among staff and players as he looks to build a stronger culture within the team.

UTEP Miners gear up as college football returns

Cameron Mason, Staff Reporter September 2, 2025
Football season is officially back, and in year two of the Scotty Walden era. The Miners are ready to turn last year’s growing pains into momentum and make some serious noise in their final season of Conference USA (C-USA).
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The Rhinos head into the 2025-2026 season with new head coach Mike Rivera and new assistant coach Austin Cline.

Rhinos Black vs. Orange scrimmage sets tone for season ahead

Adrian Gonzalez, Contributor/Writer September 2, 2025
The El Paso Rhinos hit the ice at the Sierra Providence Event Center for their annual Black vs. Orange Scrimmage, with the orange team shutting out black 4-0. Fans and players say the matchup sets the tone for a promising season ahead.
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The El Paso Chihuahuas faced the Las Vegas Aviators in a six-game series from July 8 through July 13. The two teams split the series 3-3 at Southwest University Park.

A night at the ballpark: EP Chihuahuas vs. LV Aviators

Evelyn Palma, Editor-in-Chief July 24, 2025
Game 3 of the El Paso Chihuahuas’ six-game series against the Las Vegas Aviators took place on July 10 with 4,962 fans in attendance. The series took place beginning on July 8 and ending on July 13 when the Chihuahuas took Game 6, splitting the series 3-3 with the Aviators.
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With teams such as Red Bull and Ferrari having unclear futures, McLaren take over the top positions in the constructors and drivers' championship.

F1 Midseason Recap: Drivers’ championship battle heats up

Ximena Cordero, Web & Copy Editor July 24, 2025
As the Formula One season reaches its halfway point, each race heightens the competition between teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the drivers’ championship but also provides drama and surprises.
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Dallas boxer Vercell Webster and El Paso boxer Marcos Duran fight in the heavyweight matchup during the Kings Promotions Ring Wars boxing match at the El Paso County Coliseum.

Undefeated records fall as Ring Wars XVIII packs a punch

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor July 23, 2025
On July 12 some fighters received their first defeat in their professional careers during Ring Wars XVIII at the El Paso County Coliseum, yet many hold strong to their undefeated records and look to keep it that way.
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Chihuahuas pitcher Wes Benjamin allowed 4 hits and struck out 3 batters which gave him a 5.76 ERA on June 27.

Chihuahuas take down Sugar Land in 5-1 series win.

Kristian Hernandez, Sports Editor July 10, 2025
The El Paso Chihuahuas took down the Sugar Land Space Cowboys 5-1 in their six-game series, putting them first in the Pacific Coast League East for the second half of the season.
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El Paso goes ‘loco’ for soccer success!

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor July 9, 2025

From one season to the next, The El Paso Locomotive have gone from last place in the United Soccer League Championship’s (USL) Western Conference, to fighting for a spot at the top of the table. New Head Coach, Wilmer Cabrera, former MLS coach and...

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While the Locomotive did have more scoring attempts, San Antonio came out with the victory.

El Paso’s ‘Crazy Train’ forced to a screeching halt by San Antonio

Sebastian Perez-Navarro, Multimedia Editor July 8, 2025
The El Paso Locomotive hosted in-state rival San Antonio FC at home on the United States of America’s 249th birthday to a record-breaking crowd of over 8,000 fans. But as fireworks took over the night sky, the Locos walked into their locker rooms reflecting on a heartbreaking loss.
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