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Chihuahuas outfielder Oscar Gonzalez earned one hit out of his five at-bats in his game against the Salt Lake Bees.

El Paso Chihuahua’s community arises for new season

Vianah Vasquez, Contributor/Writer • April 14, 2025
The El Paso Chihuahua’s baseball team had three back-to-back games to kickstart the spring season.
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A player leaps to smash the ball during a mixed doubles match at El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament.

Sun Bowl Association hosts El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 14, 2025
The Sun Bowl Association hosted El Paso’s first divisional pickleball tournament sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union. El Pasoans and players from the surrounding area battled it out in 39 separate divisions of El Paso’s largest pickleball tourney.
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Nayeli Rodriguez pushes through an intense training session at Rodriguez Fight Team Gym, working on her technique before her next fights.

Dream in the ring: Nayeli Rodriguez

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer • April 9, 2025
Nayeli Rodriguez continues to prove that perseverance and dedication, despite doubt and obstacles — are what truly define her path in boxing.
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UTEP Cheer practices for the Universal Cheerleading Association’s National Competition year-round. Photo from The Prospector Archive

Spirit and thrill: UTEP Cheer’s role in bringing the Miners to victory

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • April 7, 2025
There is a longstanding misconception about the role cheerleaders play in American sports. The stereotype of the girls on the sidelines with pom poms is not only outdated but downplays the athleticism and dedication that many cheerleaders pour into their sport. Bianca Marquez, director of spirit operations and head cheerleading coach, wants to raise awareness about what her team does and the hard work it requires.
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During the fall semester, UTEP has seven concurrent sports in season including volleyball, rifle, and football. Photo from The Prospector Archive

Being in the crowd is part of the UTEP experience

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 4, 2025
Sporting events are part of every college experience, and games at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) are no different. The roar of the crowd on a winning drive, the synchronized cheer after a 3-point shot made, or tense air in Memorial Gym on match point, these experiences can be enjoyed by all students at UTEP.
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UTEP's Director of Sports Medicine, Andrew Ure, is the primary athletic trainer for the men's basketball team. he said sports medicine covers athletes' physical and mental health. Photo from The Prospector Archive

From physical to mental health, athletes receive support from UTEP’s sports medicine team

Ximena Cordero, Audience & Engagement Editor • April 4, 2025
Behind the scenes of UTEP athletics, the sports medicine team plays an essential role in the athletes’ health and welfare.
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Christian Garza, a student supervisor at UTEP's recreational center, helps manage the Leadership Challenge Course.

UTEP Student Recreation Center’s hidden gem

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • April 2, 2025
Located behind UTEP Student Recreation Center’s, stands an impressive wooden structure that is part of the recreational sports department’s “Leadership Challenge Course” program. The recreation center’s challenge course is a program designed to help teams take an intentional look at group dynamics. Throughout the course participants work on teamwork, communication, planning and organization.
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Lucha libre star Cinta de Oro, formerly known as Sin Cara, makes his entrance at The Ides of March event at the Boys & Girls Club on Mar. 22, captivating the crowd with his signature presence.

Cinta De Oro brings lucha libre to Downtown El Paso in support of local youth

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer • March 31, 2025
El Paso’s own Cinta De Oro, formerly Sin Cara of WWE, is bringing downtown El Paso live Lucha Libre in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club. Although his goal is to raise money for local youth, he hopes to establish energetic events and monthly entertainment for the people.
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Even in defeat, spirits still ran high for Carlotta Mencaglia with cheers and celebration of every point scored.

UTEP tennis loses steam against Western Kentucky University

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 31, 2025
UTEP tennis stepped up against Western Kentucky University (WKU) in a match that would be the fall of the Miners. Although the score would be 4-1, this halted UTEP’s two-match winning streak (6-5, 0-2 Conference USA).
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Locomotive player Ricky Ruiz won two fouls in his match with Phoenix FC.

El Paso Locomotive FC take on Phoenix Rising FC

Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Staff Reporter • March 26, 2025
El Paso Locomotive FC had its second home game of the season against Phoenix Rising FC. After a last-minute draw in its first match against the Colorado Switchbacks, the Locos continued their optimistic early season run.
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The UTEP Softball team only lost by one run in the first game of the doubleheader against LA Tech.

UTEP softball strikes out in back-to-back battles against LA Tech

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • March 26, 2025
UTEP softball returned to bat against LA Tech in an intense battle. Although both games ended in a loss, the battle against the Bulldogs spotlighted the Miners’ limitless potential.
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El Paso Locomotive FC takes the field for their 2025 home opener at The Southwest University Park, ready to face off under the Saturday night lights.

El Paso Locomotive secures a last-minute draw against Colorado Switchbacks

Diego Cruz-Castruita, Staff Photographer • March 26, 2025
El Paso Locomotive FC fought to a dramatic 2-2 draw against Colorado Springs Switchbacks on March 8, for its home opener, with Andy Cabrera’s last-minute goal securing the result.
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