The month of May has kept Head Coach Troy Lesesne and his club going nonstop. With five of six matches in the books, New Mexico United (6-1-6) has proven that they belong at the top. The match against Austin Bold FC (4-5-3), the fourth in a row on the road, was arguably the toughest of…… Continue Reading »
Match Preview: Austin Bold FC vs New Mexico United
New Mexico United (5-1-6) are winding down their second road trip of the season. This weekend sees United taking on Austin Bold FC (4-4-3) on Saturday night. After a stretch that featured three matches in eight days, United had a full week to prepare for Bold FC. To help the players recuperate, the club traveled…… Continue Reading »
New Mexico United throttle Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC 3-1
Two league matches into their latest road trip New Mexico United (5-1-6) have already scored five goals and picked up four points out of a possible six. By the rules of the game, road points count the same as points at home. But if you were to ask any coach, they would tell you that…… Continue Reading »
Match Preview: Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC vs New Mexico United
New Mexico United (4-1-6) could do with some time off, but there’s no rest for the weary. It won’t be until after they face Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC (2-6-2) that they will have a week between matches. Having three matches in eight days is sure to take its toll on any club. Although they are…… Continue Reading »
U.S. Open Cup Recap: New Mexico United Advances After Penalty Kicks
After the draw Sunday night, there was some question as to how United would respond on short rest and could they recapture the energy level they showed in previous matches. It wouldn’t take long for those watching to see that New Mexico came ready. Within the first six minutes of the match United had put…… Continue Reading »
U.S. Open Cup Match Preview: Phoenix Rising FC vs New Mexico United
The U.S. Open Cup starts in earnest Wednesday night for New Mexico United. On the heels of a hard-fought draw against El Paso Locomotive FC on Sunday, United continue their long road trip. For the second time on the season, United will find themselves taking on Phoenix Rising FC. While not the first time that…… Continue Reading »
El Paso Locomotive FC and New Mexico United battle to 2-2 Draw
The inaugural match between New Mexico United (4-1-6) and El Paso Locomotive FC (3-2-4) took place Sunday night in El Paso. The rivalry heated up well before kickoff and will continue until the rematch in Albuquerque. El Paso’s defense took center stage for much of the match. Despite coming out in what was listed as…… Continue Reading »
UNM Baseball: Lobos Beat Rebels 3-2 on Senior Day
The University of New Mexico baseball team closed out their final home series with a 3-2 victory over the UNLV Rebels on Sunday afternoon, capping off an emotional three week for the program. On Saturday, the team and fans at Santa Ana Star Field paid respect to fallen player Jackson Weller before the game. Weller…… Continue Reading »
Match Preview: El Paso Locomotive FC vs New Mexico United
The first meeting between New Mexico United (4-1-5) and El Paso Locomotive FC (3-2-3) will set the stage for the beginning of the I-25 rivalry. Even without a history between these two, there is already a feeling of competitiveness in the air. On Sunday the two sides will finally see how things play out on…… Continue Reading »
Murder Suspect Darian Bashir Arrested
Darian Bashir, the 23-year-old man accused of murdering UNM baseball player Jackson Weller last weekend outside a Nob Hill Bar, was arrested early Saturday morning. According to a report in the Albuquerque Journal, Bashir was arrested at a northeast heights apartment complex without incident. We will provide more information on the case via our Facebook…… Continue Reading »