The USL announced this afternoon via a press release that New Mexico United will field a U-23 team in the USL League 2 Mountain Division. The U-23 squad will provide a way for United to scout and train players who may eventually be promoted to the main United roster and compete in the USL. “This…… Continue Reading »
After losing two consecutive games, each by 22 points or more, the Lobos (15-5, 4-3) return to The Pit on Tuesday, still looking for answers. UNM has struggled to defend the three or have any presence in the paint in both losses. And now, they return home to face a San Jose State (6-13, 2-5)…… Continue Reading »
Often in sports, when something bad happens, the broadcasters say that the player(s) affected by it need to have a short memory. Forget about the negative and move on. Others suggest that the players should use those moments to draw from and improve on the performance. For the Lobos (15-4, 4-2), now is probably the…… Continue Reading »
Just when it looked like the situation might improve for the Lobos (15-3, 4-1), the team was dealt yet another blow. After a brief return to the court, forward Carlton Bragg Jr. was dismissed from the team after being arrested on suspicion of DWI and possession of marijuana. Bragg’s dismissal, and the continued suspension of…… Continue Reading »
The 2019-20 season has been a tumultuous year for Carlton Bragg Jr, with a three-game suspension for off-field issues. His off-field issues went from bad to worse. According to an article by Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal and first reported by DiaDeLobos via Twitter, Bragg was arrested early Sunday morning and charged with aggravated…… Continue Reading »
After the inexplicable loss to San Jose State, the Lobos (14-3, 3-1) needed to make a statement against Fresno State. Despite another slow start from UNM, Vance Jackson would take over and lead the Lobos to a 14 point victory over the Bulldogs, 78-64. The redshirt-junior finished the night with 29 points and 13 rebounds,…… Continue Reading »
The 2019 inaugural season was a smashing success for New Mexico United, with near sellouts of each match and an impressive run in the 2019 US Open Cup. 2020 looks to be even more exciting for United, with a host of challenging home games on their schedule and a partnership with Sandia Resort and Casino.…… Continue Reading »
Sometimes things happen in sports that defy explanation. Sometimes, the other team wants it more. Most times, though, it comes down to being outplayed. It’s hard to say which of these things was the deciding factor in the Lobo (13-3, 2-1) loss to San José State last week. After surrendering a 14 point lead, the…… Continue Reading »
According to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports, the Cowboys will hire Mike McCarthy as their next head coach. McCarthy went 125-77-2 in 13 seasons with the Packers. McCarthy won Super Bowl XLV after going 10-6 with the Packers in 2010. Although he had great success with the Packers in the regular season his 10-8 record…… Continue Reading »
The Lobos were left searching for answers after a disappointing road loss to San Jose State on New Year’s Day. UNM entered the game with a 13-2 record and an eight-game win streak. There were a few reasons why the Lobos lost to the Spartans, including too many turnovers and mistakes in key moments of…… Continue Reading »