Alex Joe

Former NHL Player named head coach for New Mexico Goatheads

The wheels are in motion for New Mexico Goatheads hockey ahead of their inaugural season as General Manager Jared Johnson announced former NHL player Zack Stortini would be the team’s first head coach on Saturday, June 20. “The biggest thing for us was him just wanting to be here and be excited about it,” Johnson said. “At the same time, he knows what it takes to get to the highest level. You don't see a lot of guys drop from the AHL to the ECHL on the coaching side, so for him to want to make that jump and be a head coach and choose to do it here was everything we needed to know about him.”

Isotopes send Space Cowboys into the sunset

The Albuquerque Isotopes faced off against the Sugar Land Space Cowboys last week in a homestand following a tough road trip with stops in Salt Lake City and Tacoma. However, Albuquerque looked rejuvenated this time after those rough outings, taking the series from the Space Cowboys 4-2. 

Kipp Kipp hooray

After a dominant performance against Phoenix Rising, New Mexico United was back at home vs Orange County SC on Juneteenth. After jumping out to a quick lead, New Mexico was unable to capitalize on other scoring opportunities as they would draw even in the end. However, with the draw, Orange County still has not defeated United since 2019. United struck first with an early goal in the 2nd minute from defender Kipp Keller, who would continue to be the motor for both the offense and the defense with 6 defensive contributions. 

WWE Summer Tour returns to the Land of Enchantment

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) will be soon making its return to New Mexico this year for their Summer Tour. The number-one wrestling promotion will once again test their limits to deliver suplexes, clotheslines, and body slams under the bright lights, along with big- name wrestlers and characters filled with charisma.  The company announced 10 dates for its summer full of events, with their first two stops being in Las Cruces at the Pan American Center on Saturday, July 11 and in Albuquerque at the Pit on Sunday, July 12.

New Mexico United keeps Phoenix beneath the ashes

Following a scoreless draw on the road versus the Hartford Athletic, New Mexico United returned home for some Prinx Tires USL Cup action versus Phoenix Rising. New Mexico dismantled Phoenix 4-0 after a huge second-half performance. New Mexico applied pressure throughout the first half, but gained more shots on goal in the closing minutes. In the extra time before the whistle blew at half, United forward Niall Reid-Stephen scored off of a perfect assist from defender Christopher Gloster. 

New Mexico United turn off the lights of Las Vegas, draw even with Locomotive

Following a win versus AV Alta FC in the Prinx Tires USL Cup, New Mexico United were back at it at home for two big matchups between the El Paso Locomotive FC on Star Wars Night on Wednesday, May 6, and the Las Vegas Lights FC on Country Night, Saturday, May 9. United forward Greg Hurst used the power of the force to score his first two goals of the season, both in the first half versus the Locomotive on May 6. “It took six games to get a goal, and I managed to get two, but I've never lost any confidence,” Hurst said. 


MEN’S BASKETBALL: Golden Hurricanes end Lobos’ season in Indianapolis

The New Mexico Lobos men’s basketball team had an excellent showing in the National Invitational tournament, winning three games at home against the Sam Houston State University Bearkats, George Washington University Revolutionaries and Saint Joseph University Hawks in The Pit by double digits. Their spirit was not enough to carry them to a complete victory in front of fans in Indianapolis, as they came up short in a close game, battling the University of Tulsa Golden Hurricanes in the semifinals 74-69.

Football coach Jason Eck and basketball coach Eric Olen swap sports

After seeing the University of New Mexico Lobo men’s basketball team miss March Madness, the football Head Coach Jason Eck and basketball Head Coach Eric Olen made the decision to swap sports. UNM Director of Athletics Ryan Berryman said the change could bring a new era in Lobo sports, winning conference championships in both basketball and football. “We are always looking for ways to improve our athletics department. And at this point it’s like, whatever, go for it. If Eck thinks we can coach basketball better, let him try. Olen wants to do football? Sure,” Berryman said. “If a ‘Freaky Friday’ body swap is what we need, then let’s do it. We have the budget.”

Men’s Basketball: Lobos keep Hawks grounded in NIT quarterfinal

The University of New Mexico Lobo men’s basketball team is heading to Indianapolis next week for the National Invitation Tournament semifinals, after defeating the Saint Joseph’s University Hawks. Despite being down at the half, the Lobos wore down their opposition and went on to win 84-69 in the NIT quarterfinals.

Men’s basketball: Lobos stop the revolutionaries, advance to NIT quarterfinals.

The University of New Mexico Lobo men’s basketball team was back at The Pit after an impressive showing in round one of the National Invitation Tournament against the Sam Houston Bearkats, and looked to build on that performance in round 2 at home versus the George Washington University Revolutionaries. It was a tight game in the beginning, but the Lobos would go on a 13-6 run to lead 20-12 early. The Revolutionaries scored 5 unanswered points, cutting the deficit to 3 points before dunks by Lobo forward Antonio Chol, and guard Uriah Tenette.

VIDEO STORY: UNM Sustainability Expo brings local food to students

Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo

VIDEO STORY: Students talk about AI use

Daily Lobo Freelance Videographer Alex Joe talked to students around campus about AI use in and out of class. Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo

VIDEO STORY: Albuquerque hosts 'world’s largest' chocolate and coffee festival

 Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at culture@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo

VIDEO STORY: Students show school spirit, take out anger during 'Lobolition'

Students took a sledge hammer to a car spray-painted with Mountain West competition of the University of New Mexico men's basketball team. Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at culture@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo

VIDEO STORY: UNM celebrates Mardi Gras in Student Union Building

VIDEO STORY: Annual Pan-African flag raising ceremony kicks off Black History Month at UNM

VIDEO STORY: Community gathers for Martin Luther King Jr. Remembrance Vigil

Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo

VIDEO STORY: Luminarias illuminate campus during 'Hanging of the Greens' event

Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo

VIDEO STORY: 'Pumpkin Smash' keeps pumpkins out of the landfill

Project Feed the Hood was accepting old pumpkins to be smashed for compost at their community garden during their Pumpkin Smash event. Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo

VIDEO STORY: Students de-stress with furry faces and wagging tails

Therapy dogs visited the Duck Pond during UNM's "Cuddle a Canine" event to help students de-stress during midterms.  Alex Joe is a freelance videographer at the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com and on X @DailyLobo