Tag: Basketball
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New Mexico Lands Rising Star Eric Olen as Head Coach
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – University of New Mexico Vice President/Director of Athletics Fernando Lovo announced Sunday (Mar. 30) that Eric Olen has been named the 23rd head coach of Lobo men’s basketball. Olen, who comes to New Mexico from UC San Diego, has a remarkable track record. He transformed the Tritons into a Division II power.…
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Search For new lobo basketball coach
The Search for New Mexico’s Next Head Coach: Why the Lobos’ Position is Among the Best in College Basketball The news hit hard Tuesday night—Richard Pitino is leaving Albuquerque for Xavier, stepping into the Power Five ranks after a stellar 2024-25 season. Pitino’s tenure at New Mexico culminated in a Mountain West regular-season championship, a…
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Richard Pitino: UNM Lobo basketball
Photo Courtesy of UNM Athletics The Value of a Successful College Basketball Coach: Richard Pitino and the UNM Lobos’ Resurgence Under head coach Richard Pitino’s leadership, the University of New Mexico (UNM) Lobos men’s basketball team has transformed remarkably. The team has evolved from a struggling program into a formidable force within the Mountain West…
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New Mexico vs Michigan State Round 2 NCAA
New Mexico vs Michigan State How to Watch The NCAA Tournament’s second round will feature a thrilling clash between the No. 10 New Mexico Lobos and No. 2 Michigan State Spartans on March 23, 2025. With a Sweet 16 berth on the line, this game contrasts styles. Michigan State’s approach is disciplined and defensive-minded, while…
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CSU Rams vs Memphis Tigers 1st NCAA Round
Colorado State vs. Memphis How to Watch Colorado State vs. Memphis: A First-Round Battle with Everything on the Line SEATTLE — As March Madness gets underway, one of the most intriguing first-round NCAA Tournament matches features the No. 12-seeded Colorado State Rams taking on the No. 5-seeded Memphis Tigers at Climate Pledge Arena. Tipoff is…
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New Mexico Lobo vs Marquette Golden Eagles 1st Round
photo couresty of ClutchPoints.com Marquette Vs. New Mexico 1st Round Preview | 2025 NCAA Tournament Lobos Face Marquette in NCAA Tournament First Round Friday The No. 7 seed Marquette Golden Eagles (23-10) and the No. 10 seed New Mexico Lobos (26-7) will meet in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday at 7:25 p.m. ET. The contest…
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Mountain West Sends Four Teams to 2025 NCAA Tournament
photo Courtesy of Mountain West Conferance Mountain West Sends Four Teams to 2025 NCAA Tournament COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. The Mountain West Conference earned four bids to the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, a feat they’ve achieved for three consecutive seasons. Colorado State, New Mexico, Utah State, and San Diego State are all headed to the…
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Mountain West Bracketology: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and Bubble Teams to Watch
As the college basketball season heats up, the Mountain West Conference (MWC) is shaping up to be one of the most competitive mid-major leagues in the country. With Selection Sunday fast approaching, teams are jockeying for position in the NCAA Tournament field, making every game down the stretch crucial. Here’s a deep dive into Mountain…
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First-Round Matches in Mountain West Tournament in Vegas
Mountain West Men’s Basketball Tournament Preview The Mountain West men’s basketball tournament begins Wednesday in Las Vegas, Nevada, with three first-round matchups. Fans can expect some exhilarating games. Teams are looking to punch their ticket for the Big Dance, aka “March Madness.” Outside of New Mexico, this is their only hope for any post season…
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Nevada vs. Wyoming: Game Preview, How to Watch, Central Players, Keys & Prediction
Nevada vs. Wyoming: Game Preview, How to Watch, Central Players, Keys & Prediction The Wolf Pack travels to the high plains of Wyoming to snap its six-game losing streak against the Cowboys. Contact/Follow @KayceeClark-Mellott and @MWCwire WHO: Nevada (15-3, 2-2 in the MWC) vs. Wyoming (9-8, 2-2 in the MWC) WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 20, 5:30 PM MT WHERE: Arena-Auditorium “Dome…