In lockdown, Olympian Missy Franklin is leaning into lessons from therapy
“Never say something to yourself that you wouldn’t say to a younger sister.” Five-time Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin’s…
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ABC-7 signs on as ‘Official Home of the UTEP Miners’
EL PASO, Texas – KVIA-TV ABC-7 is now the “Official Home of the UTEP Miners” after entering into a multi-year agreement with UTEP…
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UFC fighter says his teeth were falling out during brutal bout
He’s watched countless bouts, but even UFC President Dana White found this one tough viewing. Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the…
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UFC fighter says his teeth were falling out during brutal bout
He’s watched countless bouts, but even UFC President Dana White found this one tough viewing. Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the…
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Magnus Carlsen’s next move is to launch $1 million online chess tour
Magnus Carlsen, the chess superstar, is making a new move to boost the sport’s popularity. The Norwegian world champion organized the Magnus…
Continue Reading Dele Alli tells of ‘horrible experience’ after assault and robbery
Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Dele Alli has told of his “horrible experience” after he was apparently robbed and assaulted at…
Continue Reading Oscar-winning director Jimmy Chin on fear, risk and finding the edge
Having survived an avalanche and been tested in some of the most remote places on earth, Jimmy Chin knows what it’s like to be at the mercy of…
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Oscar-winning director Jimmy Chin on fear, risk and finding the edge
Having survived an avalanche and been tested in some of the most remote places on earth, Jimmy Chin knows what it’s like to be at the mercy of…
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UTEP announces 2020 athletics Hall of Fame induction class
EL PASO, Texas — While there are still question marks surrounding the 2020 college athletic season, UTEP has revealed who will be headlining its…
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27 UTEP student-athletes set to graduate
EL PASO, Texas – Twenty-seven UTEP student-athletes’ academic journey will reach an apex this week, as they will complete their…
Continue Reading Five surfers die in the Netherlands after huge layer of sea foam hampers rescue
Five surfers who knew the sea “like the back of their hand” have died after a huge layer of foam in the water hampered efforts to rescue…
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‘I have a lot of regrets.’ Tennis champion Naomi Osaka opens up about her crippling shyness
Two grand slam titles and a rapid rise to the top of world tennis was a head-spinning ascent for Naomi Osaka. But in this moment of pause, a period…
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‘I’m done with being shy.’ Tennis champion Naomi Osaka on overcoming her crippling shyness
Two grand slam titles and a rapid rise to the top of world tennis was a head-spinning ascent for Naomi Osaka. But in this moment of pause, a period…
Continue Reading Star cyclist Fabian Cancellara creates trophy room … in his sauna
Trophy-winning sports stars often decide to have cabinets erected in their living rooms to have their spoils on display for all to see. However, to…
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Star cyclist Fabian Cancellara creates trophy room … in his sauna
Trophy-winning sports stars often decide to have cabinets erected in their living rooms to have their spoils on display for all to see. However, to…
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Mike Tyson prepares for potential return to boxing ring, releasing a training video that says ‘I’m Back’
Iron Mike is back. In a pair of training videos posted on his Instagram page, Mike Tyson, 53, showed off his agility and power as he hit the pads…
Continue Reading Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel will leave Ferrari at the end of the season
Harmonious it wasn’t. After a particularly trying year plagued by mishaps and internal politics, four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel is…
Continue Reading Chaos beckons as European soccer season is devastated by coronavirus pandemic
There are crises. And then there are crises. The Covid-19 pandemic has presented European football with a Rubik’s cube like no other to…
Continue Reading ‘Extremely harsh’ if Liverpool isn’t awarded title, says Manchester United great
When he played football, Dutch goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar was known for his prodigious ability to stop, deflect and parry nearly everything that…
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Detroit Lions’ safety Tracy Walker says his cousin Ahmaud Arbery ‘did not deserve that’
Detroit Lions’ safety Tracy Walker, cousin of Ahmaud Arbery, told ESPN that he has watched the video of his cousin’s death over a hundred…
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El Paso Locomotive set to return to pitch with small group practices
EL PASO, Texas — Even though it’s still unknown when the United Soccer League season will resume, the El Paso Locomotive are preparing to return to…
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UTEP alum Roy Robertson-Harris ready to break out with Chicago Bears
CHICAGO, Illinois — We all know of Aaron Jones’ success in the NFL, but another former UTEP Miner is earning quite the reputation in the NFC…
Continue Reading NFL games could be the perfect storm for spreading coronavirus even without fans, Dr. Fauci warns
Don’t get your hopes up, football fans. Even without spectators in the seats, Dr. Anthony Fauci warned in an interview with NBC Sports’…
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MLB owners OK plan to start season in July in ballparks without fans
NEW YORK, NY — Major League Baseball owners gave the go-ahead Monday to making a proposal to the players’ union that could lead to the…
Continue Reading Atalanta midfielder Andrea Rinaldi dies aged 19 after suffering aneurysm
Atalanta midfielder Andrea Rinaldi has died aged 19, the Italian club said in a statement on its website. Rinaldi, who had been on loan at…
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Despite easy strength of schedule, Cowboys have work cut out for them
DALLAS, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys now know who, when, and where they’ll be playing this fall as the NFL has released the 2020 season schedule.…
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El Paso gyms forced to find new ways to train fighters
EL PASO, Texas — The Wolves Den Gym in Central El Paso has had world class fighters walk through their doors. National stars like Roy Jones Jr.,…
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What it’s like to host ESPN’s SportsCenter without sports
SportsCenter has been ESPN‘s go-to broadcast for sports highlights, news and analysis since the cable network launched in 1979. But what is…
Continue Reading Dynamo Dresden’s game canceled after positive coronavirus tests as Bundesliga resumption approaches
German soccer’s return to action next weekend suffered a blow after two players from Dynamo Dresden tested positive for the coronavirus. The…
Continue Reading After message from Trump, UFC marks sports’ return during coronavirus pandemic
After a message of approval from President Donald Trump, UFC 249 unfolded to mark the return of high-profile sports after a roughly two-month absence…
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