United host Austin Bold FC in first home match since 2019

United host Austin Bold FC in first home match since 2019

From October 19, 2019, until May 6, 2021, The Lab stood dormant while the world was shut down due to COVID-19. On May 6th, the Isotopes were able to return, and now it’s New Mexico United’s turn to play in front of their own supporters.  After 575 days, the Black and Yellow get to play…Continue Reading »

El Paso scores late, steals a point against United in 1 – 1 draw

El Paso scores late, steals a point against United in 1 – 1 draw

Down in El Paso, New Mexico United looked like a completely different club from the opening whistle. Their play on the pitch felt like it was a vast improvement over the season opener against RGV.  Having controlled much of the early possession, United won themselves a free-kick from a dangerous spot inside of the eighth…Continue Reading »

Rivalry renewed, United to face El Paso Locomotive FC

Rivalry renewed, United to face El Paso Locomotive FC

Saturday night’s venue will be a familiar one for New Mexico United and their supporters. Once again, Southwest University Park plays host to another installment of the rivalry between United and El Paso Locomotive FC.  The two clubs are now in their third year of existence, and since their inception, each has had an impact…Continue Reading »

2021 Dallas Cowboys Draft Review

Now that the 2021 NFL Draft is in our rearview mirror, let’s take a look back at how the draft went for the Dallas Cowboys. Before the draft day, the Cowboys originally owned ten picks before making a trade that gifted them another. After seeing their favorite prospect, Patrick Surtain II, taken 9th overall, the…Continue Reading »

New Mexico United remain winless in Season Openers, lose 1-0

New Mexico United remain winless in Season Openers, lose 1-0

For all the excitement heading into the first competitive match of the 2021 season, it got off to an extremely slow start. The opening ten minutes featured little more than the referee’s whistle constantly stopping play.  Rio Grande Valley handled the disruptions in play better and was the first side to show some teeth in…Continue Reading »

New Mexico United to face Toros for first time since 2019

After an extended off-season due to delays related to COVID-19, the USL season is finally underway. Although the season officially began one week ago, this week, most of the league will get their first competitive minutes on the pitch since the end of September.  With the return to a full schedule this season, matches will…Continue Reading »

UNM Baseball: Lobos lose two of three against Washington

The Lobos were scheduled to take on UNLV at home this past weekend in a three-game series that was canceled due to a covid-19 issue with the Rebels.  Instead of playing against a conference foe at home, the Lobos pivoted to a last-minute series on the road against a talented Washington Huskies team.  In addition…Continue Reading »

Coach Ray Birmingham to retire after the 2021 season

University of New Mexico head baseball coach Ray Birmingham will step down at the conclusion of the 2021 season, ending an impressive 43-year coaching career, including 14 seasons at the helm of the Lobos baseball program. A 2015 inductee into the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame, Coach Birmingham is the winningest coach in New…Continue Reading »

New Mexico United defeats FC Tucson 3 – 1

New Mexico United defeats FC Tucson 3 – 1

With the visiting USL League One side FC Tucson in town, New Mexico United wanted to close out their home preseason schedule in style. After a slow start, United was able to do just that en route to a 3 – 1 victory.  Many of the players who are believed to be among the starting…Continue Reading »