The University of New Mexico Lobos saw a mixed bag of results this week across their athletic programs. Here’s a closer look:… Continue Reading »
Category Archives: What’s Happening
Barrage of goals powers United past Lubbock, 3-1
The US Open Cup is one of those times of the year when lower league soccer takes center stage in the US pyramid. Between Cupsets and the magic of the moment, there’s always the possibility of something unusual taking place. If not for a barrage of second-half goals, a strong showing by the Lubbock Matadors…… Continue Reading »
Cup season begins for United against Lubbock
The magic of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup is back for an encore at Rio Rancho High School on Tuesday night. The last time United hosted a match at the home of the Rams, they beat UDA by a final of 6-0. This time out, they get to host the Lubbock Matadors from the…… Continue Reading »
Elation for UConn after 75-60 win over Purdue
By: Myles Papponi The wait is over; the final two teams in the Men’s NCAA Tournament played Monday for a chance to claim that elusive title that all college basketball teams so desperately covet. Teams work and dedicate the entire offseason and regular season for the chance to play for a Championship. This year’s championship…… Continue Reading »
Final Four Matchups Heat Up in Arizona
By: Myles Papponi The Final Four is arguably one of the biggest stages in all of sports. It is unquestionably the biggest stage in college sports. Preparation and adaptation are usually the separators during the postseason, but as young men who have never experienced something like this before, there is only so much preparation that…… Continue Reading »
United spoils goal for returning Moreno, wins 3-2
As is tradition in the Derby del Camino Real, there was no love lost between New Mexico United and El Paso Locomotive. Despite many of the familiar faces from both clubs moving on, there will always be animosity between these two sides. A quiet start to the match turned into a wild finish before United…… Continue Reading »
Moreno returns to The Lab with El Paso in tow
There are two lines of thought heading into this weekend for supporters of New Mexico United. The first is how they react to the return of Amando Moreno as he comes back with El Paso Locomotive FC. The other is whether or not the winless Locomotive represents a trap game.… Continue Reading »
US Open Cup – United and the USL enter the fray
The second round of the 2024 US Open Cup took place this week and there were quite a few interesting results over the week. With that round behind them, the clubs all look forward to the third round, when New Mexico United and other USL clubs make their debut.… Continue Reading »
Pressure Mounts on Day Two of Elite Eight
By: Miles Papponi Pressure plays an interesting factor in people’s lives; it can make them crumble or bring out something in them that they didn’t even know existed. Either response is worth seeing because it can spark inspiring emotions within the viewer.… Continue Reading »
Elite 8 showcases why finishing is important
By: Myles Papponi Elite Eight action began Saturday, and with a trip to the Final Four on the line, teams have no choice but to will their way to victory. Going to the Final Four is an incredible achievement. The tournament starts with 68 teams, and after the Elite Eight, it is cut down to…… Continue Reading »