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 »
NM United Release 2020 Schedule
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 »
UNM Basketball: Lobos try to bounce back against Fresno State
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 »
Cowboys to hire Mike McCarthy as head coach
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 »
UNM Basketball: Carlton Bragg reinstated and can rejoin team
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 »
UNM Basketball: Lobos resume conference schedule against struggling San José State
It’s official. The book can now be closed on 2019. No more non-conference games, no more so-called ‘powder puff’ opponents. Mountain West play is all that remains. With two games already played within the conference, for most schools, the early indications are that there will be some ‘haves’ and ‘have-nots’ this season. One of the…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos close out 2019 against UC Davis
It’s been a tumultuous week for the Lobos (12-2, 2-0) to say the least. After the announcement by UNM Athletic Director Eddie Nunez of the indefinite suspensions of Carlton Bragg and JJ Caldwell, two integral members of the team, UNM struggled early to find their rhythm against Houston Baptist. Without the duo, the Lobos trailed…… Continue Reading »
Chris Paul delivered vintage performance against the Bulls
On Dec. 16, we saw a glimpse of vintage Chris Paul and why he is regarded as one of the league’s top point guards of the decade. The 34-year old, who has now been playing in the NBA for 14 consecutive years, put on a show for the homestand. Paul demonstrated his capability of scoring…… Continue Reading »
Carlton Bragg and J.J. Caldwell Suspended
According to a tweet by Geoff Grammar of the Albuquerque Journal, Carlton Bragg and J.J. Caldwell will not play against Houston Baptist today for disciplinary reasons. Per Grammer’s report, the infractions are not related, and both players could miss an extended period of time. Bragg leads UNM with 10.8 rebounds per game and is second…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos host Houston Baptist as perfect December rolls on
It would be easy to look at the Lobos’ (11-2, 2-9) upcoming game against the Houston Baptist Huskies (0-9, 0-1) and write it off as an easy win. In all honesty, it’s hard to look at it any other way. If UNM were to lose, it would be one of the most improbable results of…… Continue Reading »