Category Archives: What’s Happening

Lobos dominate on Homecoming in 42-21 win

Lobos dominate on Homecoming in 42-21 win

The Lobos got off to their best start of the season on Saturday afternoon by scoring touchdowns on each of their first four possessions. On the defensive front, the Lobos intercepted a season-high three passes and recovered a fumble, effectively ending two unfortunate streaks with a resounding 42-21 victory over the Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors, who…Continue Reading »

Back in the playoffs, United face a familiar foe

Back in the playoffs, United face a familiar foe

It was improbable until it wasn’t. After putting together one of the best runs of form they’ve had all season, New Mexico United is back in the playoffs. Their opponent is a familiar one. For the third time in five years, United will face off against Sacramento Republic FC on their home turf.Continue Reading »

Lobos lose to San Jose State 52-24

Lobos lose to San Jose State 52-24

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The second half spelled disaster for New Mexico as a 17-14 lead dissipated as San Jose State scored six of its first seven second-half drives, getting two long touchdowns and capitalizing on an interception for another score in a 24-0 third quarter as the Spartans handed UNM its 14th straight conference loss,…Continue Reading »

Clinched! United earns playoff berth with 4-1 win

Clinched! United earns playoff berth with 4-1 win

Hope ran high for New Mexico United and their supporters heading into the Friday night showdown with Memphis 901 FC. Even on a night with Balloon Fiesta traffic snarling and slowing down entry into The Lab, the supporters were in full voice and United came out hungry. The Black & Yellow rode that early energy…Continue Reading »

United’s playoff run starts Friday

United’s playoff run starts Friday

While the playoffs have officially started, this Friday’s match against Memphis 901 FC will, for all intents and purposes, be the first-ever home playoff match in New Mexico United’s history. While they’ve somehow managed to notch wins in each of their last two outings, this one makes it official. If United wins, they’re in.Continue Reading »

Tavian Combs named to Comeback Player watchlist

Tavian Combs named to Comeback Player watchlist

In New York City, the College Sports Communicators (formerly known as CoSIDA), in collaboration with The Associated Press (AP) and the Fiesta Bowl Organization, has unveiled the midseason “Watch List” featuring 49 college football student-athletes hailing from 42 different schools. These players are currently being considered for the prestigious 2023 Comeback Player of the Year…Continue Reading »

United downs Rising on the road 2-1, bolster playoff hopes

United downs Rising on the road 2-1, bolster playoff hopes

New Mexico United needed a win and help. They got the help they needed on Saturday night with wins from Memphis 901, San Diego Loyal, and Sacramento Republic. Then it was their turn to take care of business and they did so with goals from Amando Moreno and Justin Portillo as they beat Phoenix Rising…Continue Reading »

With two matches left, United faces must-win

With two matches left, United faces must-win

New Mexico United is going to hope that their next win-or-go-home match doesn’t go exactly the same way as the last one. They’ll gladly take a win over rivals Phoenix Rising in order to keep their playoff hopes alive, but they’ll want to do it without the pair of red cards they saw against Louisville…Continue Reading »