Sports Archives

Kobe Bryant wasn’t just an NBA star. He was an ambassador for all sports

January 26, 2021 6:56 AM CNN Newsource

NBA legend Kobe Bryant, who died tragically last year at age 41, will likely be best known for his gifts with the roundball. He was one of the…

‘I still have trouble with it’: One year on, Lakers stars struggle to come to terms with Kobe Bryant’s death

January 26, 2021 1:59 AM CNN Newsource

“Man, it’s a saying that time heals all,” LeBron James said following the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over Chicago on Saturday.…

Kobe Bryant: ‘I still have trouble with it’: One year on, Lakers stars struggle to come to terms with NBA great’s death

January 26, 2021 1:06 AM CNN Newsource

“Man, it’s a saying that time heals all,” LeBron James said following the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over Chicago on Saturday.…

New Mexico State wins in ‘home game’ at UTEP’s Don Haskins Center

January 25, 2021 11:02 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas – UTEP left a key under the mat for their I-10 rivals New Mexico State, as the Aggies knocked off Western New Mexico 70-41 in a “home…

Nick Kyrgios feels ‘safe’ ahead of the Australian Open as he credits the country for its Covid-19 response

January 25, 2021 8:00 PM CNN Newsource

Tennis star Nick Kyrgios says he feels safe at the prospect of playing in this year’s Australian Open as he played down complaints from fellow…

Tom Brady’s dad reveals ‘life and death’ battle with Covid-19

January 25, 2021 6:28 PM CNN Newsource

Tom Brady’s father spent almost three weeks in the hospital with Covid-19, he revealed Monday, calling it a “matter of life and…

New Mexico State to play Western New Mexico at Haskins Center; game televised on El Paso-Las Cruces CW

January 25, 2021 2:39 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas — After over 24 hours of negotiating it appears as if New Mexico State will play Monday at the Don Haskins Center, home of their…

At least 20 people tested positive for Covid-19 after attending a high school wrestling tournament

January 25, 2021 12:08 PM CNN Newsource

More than 20 student athletes, staff and spectators who attended a wrestling tournament in Louisiana have tested positive for Covid-19. Now, the…

‘Like LeBron and Jordan playing in the Finals’: It’s Tom Brady versus Patrick Mahomes in the Super Bowl

January 25, 2021 8:31 AM CNN Newsource

It’s the meeting of the G.O.A.T. and his potential successor — and fans are salivating at the prospect. Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes…

Chelsea sacks manager Frank Lampard

January 25, 2021 7:46 AM CNN

Chelsea has parted company with manager Frank Lampard, the club announced on Monday. Lampard’s last game in charge was Sunday’s 3-1…

Gymnast Nia Dennis earns praise for her ‘Black excellence’ routine

January 25, 2021 6:41 AM CNN Newsource

The reviews are in for gymnast Nia Dennis’ “Black excellence” floor routine and they’re nothing short of sensational. Dennis,…

Dustin Poirier defeats Conor McGregor with a knockout in the 2nd round

January 25, 2021 2:42 AM CNN

American mixed martial arts fighter Dustin Poirier defeated Conor McGregor early Sunday in a much-anticipated Ultimate Fighting Championship re-match…

Kansas City Chiefs will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV

January 25, 2021 2:18 AM CNN Newsource

The Kansas City Chiefs will be going head-to-head with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Super Bowl LV. The game is set for February 7 at Raymond James…

For Andress athlete Jeremiah Cooper, Division-I football runs in the family

January 24, 2021 11:16 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas – Andress super-athlete Jeremiah Cooper can burn you two ways; as a wide receiver, or as a defensive back. Division-I football…

Defending champion Kansas City Chiefs advance to face Tampa Bay Bucs in Super Bowl

January 24, 2021 8:05 PM Associated Press

KANSAS CITY, Missouri — It took the Kansas City Chiefs five frustrating decades to make their second Super Bowl appearance. Now, the defending…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers are heading to the Super Bowl

January 24, 2021 6:30 PM CNN Newsource

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are headed to the Super Bowl after defeating the Green Bay Packers 31-26 in the NFC championship Sunday. This will be the…

Bataan Memorial Death March returns after being canceled in 2020 but with a radically different look

January 24, 2021 5:35 PM David Burge

WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, New Mexico – After being canceled last year because of the Covid-19 pandemic, one of the Borderland’s premier events…

Bucs defeat Packers 31-26 to win NFC Championship; El Paso’s Jones goes out with chest injury

January 24, 2021 4:41 AM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

GREEN BAY, Wisconsin — Green Bay running back Aaron Jones left Sunday’s NFC championship game early in the third quarter with a chest injury…

Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady releases a hype video ahead of the NFC Championship game

January 24, 2021 1:26 PM CNN Newsource

Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady dropped a hype video shortly before his team took the field Sunday against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC title…

Mesut Ozil joins Fenerbahce from Arsenal as he vows to be a ‘Gunner for life’

January 24, 2021 10:45 AM CNN Newsource

The long-running saga between Mesut Ozil and Arsenal came to an end on Sunday as it was announced that the midfielder has joined Fenerbahce on a…

Here’s what you need to know about the NFL Championship games

January 24, 2021 9:44 AM CNN Newsource

The NFL championship games this weekend will determine who goes to the Super Bowl, and there’s more at stake for some of the teams than a win.…

Tyrrell Hatton wins Abu Dhabi Championship as Rory McIlroy fades on the final day

January 24, 2021 9:34 AM CNN Newsource

Tyrrell Hatton claimed his sixth European Tour title at the Abu Dhabi Championship with a final round 66 on Sunday. England’s Hatton had…

Robert Saleh says being the first Muslim head coach in the NFL is a humbling experience

January 24, 2021 5:55 AM CNN Newsource

Robert Saleh, the new head coach for the New York Jets, is making history as the first Muslim American to lead a team in the National Football…

Australian Open organizers schedule new warm-up event to benefit quarantining players

January 24, 2021 5:25 AM CNN

Organizers of the Australian Open have scheduled a new warm-up tournament for players who have been unable to train during quarantine. The additional…

Arsenal knocked out of FA Cup with defeat by Southampton

January 24, 2021 3:22 AM CNN Newsource

Arsenal’s FA Cup title defense came to an end with a 1-0 defeat by Southampton in the fourth round. After a poor start to the season, the…

UTEP women’s sweep of Louisiana Tech marks seismic conference shift

January 23, 2021 8:50 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas – UTEP Head Coach Kevin Baker has stated all along his goal is to crack the top four of the Conference USA standings. His goal appears…

Fouls mount as UTEP not competitive in 73-55 loss to Louisiana Tech

January 23, 2021 8:35 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas – One night after leading Louisiana Tech for 40 minutes, UTEP trailed the Bulldogs for the same span in a 73-55 loss Saturday night at…

Maya Weug becomes first female driver to earn a spot in the Ferrari Driver Academy

January 23, 2021 10:25 AM CNN Newsource

Maya Weug has made history by becoming the first female driver to join the Ferrari Driver Academy. Weug, 16, was selected from the final stage of the…

UTEP victorious over Louisiana Tech, 82-74; Miners snap three game losing skid

January 22, 2021 10:14 PM Adrian Ochoa

EL PASO, Texas – It was a win the UTEP Miners desperately needed in order to get their season back on track. Friday night at the Don Haskins Center,…

UTEP women take game one against Louisiana Tech, 61-58

January 22, 2021 8:29 PM Adrian Ochoa

RUSTON, Louisiana – It was a hard fought win for the UTEP women’s basketball team Friday night in Ruston, Louisiana. The Miners defeated the…