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Arizona State's Maya McClendon (3) attempts a kill against UNM's Cassie House (12)  and Mariessa Carrasco (21) on Friday, August 26, 2016 at Johnson Center. The Lobos played their first day in the UFS Tournament on Friday, splitting a doubleheader.

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Volleyball: Strong performances blurred in second game of double header

Liam Cary-Eaves | September 2

Three double-doubles were not enough for New Mexico in game two of the USF Tournament on Friday night. Sophomore Carson Heilborn, alongside seniors Julia Warren and Devanne Sours, individually posted a solid outing against South Florida, but UNM (4-2) couldn’t close in the second match of the day after taking down Stetson 3-1 in the first contest of the day.

Redshirt freshman midfielder Devin Boyce, left, celebrates with senior forward Niko Hansen Friday September 2, 2016 at the UNM Soccer Complex. Boyce and Hansen scored the two goals that lead the Lobos 2-0 victory against CSU Northridge.

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Men's Soccer: Lobo Men's Soccer take first victory of the season at home, 2-0

Isabel Gonzalez | September 2

New Mexico shut out California State University, Northridge in hits home opener by a 2-0 count on Friday night. Not only was the contest UNM’s (1-2) first home game on the year, but it was also the Lobos’ first victory.

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Cross Country: Number one ranking far from focus in only home meet

Liam Cary-Eaves | September 2

As if defending a national championship wasn’t big enough, the women’s cross country team heads into the 2016-2017 campaign as the No. 1 team in the nation. The target on UNM’s back does not intimidate head coach Joe Franklin, he said in a phone interview. The preseason rankings are nothing but a token of respect from what his team was able to accomplish last season.

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Women's Soccer: Lobos back on the road without pressure of ranked opponents

Nate Taglialegami | September 2

Another week brings another road trip for New Mexico. This time UNM will head north to take on the Webster State Wildcats Friday night, and the Idaho State Bengals Sunday afternoon.

Junior running back Richard McQuarley, 3, finds a line through South Dakota's defense Thursday September 1, 2016 at University Stadium. The Lobos set the pace for their 2016 season with a 48-21 win over the Coyotes in their season opener.

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Football: Lobos rout South Dakota after slow start

Thomas Romero-Salas | September 1

For a few short minutes it looked like New Mexico might be in trouble against South Dakota. Trailing 14-7 in the middle of the first quarter, UNM let a couple of mistakes – a fumble and a missed tackle – allow USD (0-1) to gain an upper hand. That score didn’t last long as the Lobos went on to score the next 28 points, taking control of a game that would end up being a 48-21 win Thursday night at University Stadium.

UNM’s bench prepares for game point against Fairfield on Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Johnson Center. The Lobos begin the USF Tournament in Tampa, Florida, this Friday against Stetson.

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Volleyball: Lobos eye perfect weekend in South Florida

Liam Cary-Eaves | September 1

After nearly sweeping the weekend, New Mexico turns its attention to the Sunshine State to partake in the USF Tournament. The tournament will consist of Stetson, South Florida and Western Carolina in Tampa, Florida. Stetson will be first on the horizon for the Lobos, with first serve scheduled for 9 a.m. MT.

The Lobos will kick off their 2016 campaign on Thursday, September 1, 2016 at University Stadium against the South Dakota Coyotes. The game will serve as a point of reference for head coach Bob Davie to decide which players deserve more playing time at the start of the season.

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Football: Starting QB kept secret for opening kickoff

Robert Maler | September 1

Bob Davie knows who will take the first snap for the Lobos in its season opener Thursday, but fans and the opposing team will not find out until kickoff. The New Mexico head coach declined to name a starter in Monday’s press conference, but did say that both Lamar Jordan and Austin Apodaca would see time on the field.

Sophomore defender Aaron Herrera prepares to pass the ball into center field on November 11, 2016 at the UNM Soccer Complex. Herrera was named the Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week thanks to his efforts against Notre Dame over the weekend.

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Men's Soccer: Herrera awarded Defensive Player of the Week

Isabel Gonzalez | August 30

Aaron Herrera started his 2016 fall campaign on a high note. The sophomore defender for the UNM men’s soccer team was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week after his performance during the Lobos’ season-opening weekend at the Mike Berticelli Memorial Tournament.

Senior forward Niko Hansen looks down field as he drives to Washington Universitie's net during an exhibition on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the UNM Soccer Complex. The Lobos are winless to begin the season after losing to Indiana and Notre Dame over the weekend.

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Men's Soccer: Penalty kicks haunt UNM's weekend

Isabel Gonzalez | August 29

Two games, two losses. Both for the same reason. The Lobos fell 1-0 to the No. 9 Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Sunday, in what was the second game they lost on the weekend due to a penalty kick, having also fallen to the Indiana Hoosiers 1-0 on Friday.

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Women's Soccer: Lobos put on scoring clinic in 5-2 rout

Nate Taglialegami | August 29

New Mexico put on a scoring clinic as it cruised past Pacific 5-2 Sunday afternoon in the team’s last game of the California road trip, picking up its first win of the season in the process. The Lobos scored the most goals on the road since 2009 with the huge margin of victory.

Freshman J'Kaylee Clark (17) prepares to spike the ball against Fairfield at Johnson Center on Saturday, August 27, 2016. The Lobos beat Fairfield 3-0, finishing the UNM Tournament with a 3-1 mark.

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Volleyball: Younger look generates winning result

Liam Cary-Eaves | August 27

The final game of the UNM Tournament on Saturday night had a different rotation than what most were expecting, one boasting a more youthful appearance. After a thrilling 3-1 victory over Arizona State late Friday, the Lobos came out flat in the first game of Saturday’s double header, head coach Jeff Nelson said.

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Women's Soccer: Ranked opponents give UNM winless start

Nate Taglialegami | August 27

The University of New Mexico women’s soccer team looked to bounce back after their 2-1 loss last Friday at Tech Texas, but fell short in a 2-0 loss to No. 21 California on Friday to remain winless on the young season. The Lobos came out of the gate aggressive and finding opportunities early. During the first 15 minutes of the game the Lobos outshot the Bears 4-2.

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Men's Soccer: Late call plagues UNM in Indy

Isabel Gonzalez | August 27

30 seconds was all it took to change the outcome of the game. After what seemed to be a statistically even match, the Lobos fell 1-0 to the No. 13 Indiana University Hoosiers during their season opener at South Bend, Indiana, on Friday.

The Lobos celebrate a kill against Arizona State at Johnson Center on Friday August 26, 2016 as their second game in the UNM Tournament. The Lobos beat the Sun Devils 3-1 and will play Idaho and Fairfield Saturday August 27, 2016.

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Volleyball: Lobos sweep the day in opening tournament

Isabel Gonzalez | August 27

Head coach Jeff Nelson knows how to start a season on the right foot. The UNM volleyball team took two wins on Friday, its opening day of the 2016 fall season. This was also the first day of the UNM Tournament, which is happening this weekend at Johnson Center.

The women’s soccer team form together to celebrate their victory against San Jose State late in the fall 2015 season. The Lobos will play California University this Friday in Berkeley, California.

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Women's Soccer: Two opening games, two ranked opponents

Nate Taglialegami | August 26

Following New Mexico’s season opening loss to No. 19 Texas Tech on the road, the women’s soccer team is headed to the west coast to take on yet another ranked opponent in the California Golden Bears. The Lobos (0-1-0) scheduled to start the season away from home, playing its first seven matches away from the UNM Soccer Complex.

Victoria Spragg attempts a spike over UNM Alumni Skye Gullat (17) on Saturday, August 20th at the Johnson Center.

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Volleyball: Early challenge just what Nelson ordered

Liam Cary-Eaves | August 25

New Mexico is not shying away from heightened competition at the start of the 2016 campaign, and that's just how head coach Jeff Nelson likes it. Two of last year’s top competitors in the nation will be heading to Johnson Gym to participate in the UNM Tournament this weekend.

Senior linebacker Donnie White (54) attempts to take down Arizona's Anu Solomon during the 2015 Gildan New Mexico Bowl. The Lobos will focus on secondary teams to ramp up their defense for the 2016 season.

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Football: Secondary improvement to generate stronger defensive play

Robert Maler | August 25

The Lobo secondary could be one of the keys to success on an improving defense. Head coach Bob Davie said safety is one of the positions where a few players have separated themselves. He said Ryan Santos and Daniel Henry are ahead of the pack at this time.

Senior forward Niko Hansen puts up his hands in the shape of a heart after scoring a goal against UNLV Monday August 15, 2016, at the UNM Soccer Complex. The Lobos will play Indiana University this Friday in South Bend, Indiana.

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Men's Soccer: Lobos take on No. 13 Indiana to open season

Isabel Gonzalez | August 25

When it comes to their season opener, the Lobos aren’t cautiously wading into the water, they are diving in head first. The UNM men’s soccer team will travel to South Bend, Indiana to face the Indiana University Hoosiers, a team that is currently ranked at No. 13. This is part of the Mike Berticelli Memorial Tournament weekend. The Lobos play Indiana on Friday and Notre Dame on Sunday.

Redshirt senior quarterback Austin Apodaca celebrates in the end zone after running in a touch down against Arizona University Saturday December 19, 2016 at University Stadium. Apodaca is one of two quarterbacks the Lobos will utilize this season.

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Football: Dual quarterback system not problematic for Davie

Robert Maler | August 22

When a team sits one quarterback down, it is usually thanks to an injury or because he was benched for poor play. However, instances of two-quarterback play may have occurred more often than one might think—especially in recent history. As recently as last season, defending champion Ohio State entered the season with a similar conundrum.

UNM Alumni Skye Gullat (17) attempts a dink over UNM players Victoria Spragg (70 and Cassie House (12) on Saturday, August 20th at the Johnson Center.

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Volleyball: Lobos sweep only preseason competition

Liam Cary-Eaves | August 22

Former New Mexico stars took to Johnson Gym on Saturday night in the first showcase of this year’s 2016-2017 squad. Though the stats and competition won’t officially start counting until Friday afternoon, when the Lobos take on Abeline Christian, head coach Jeff Nelson got the performances he was looking for during his team’s 4-0 sweep over the Alumnae team.