UTEP Miners Edge Out New Mexico State Aggies at Don Haskins Center

In a closely contested game at the Don Haskins Center, the UTEP Miners emerged victorious over the New Mexico State Aggies with a final score of 65-61. The Miners now stand with an improved record, while the Aggies face a setback in their season tally.

The UTEP Miners showcased resilience and determination on their home court against the visiting Aggies. The first quarter saw the Miners take an early lead, outscoring their opponents 16 to 13. They maintained this momentum into the second quarter, adding another 17 points to their tally compared to 14 from the Aggies.

As halftime concluded, fans witnessed an intense battle as both teams returned to the court. The third quarter was fiercely competitive; however, it was here that New Mexico State began closing in by scoring 18 points against UTEP's 15. Despite this push from the visitors, UTEP held onto their lead going into the final stretch of play.

The fourth quarter proved decisive for both teams as they fought tooth and nail for each point. The Miners managed to secure another 17 points during these last minutes of play while holding off a strong finish by New Mexico State who scored 16 points in this period.

Throughout this gripping encounter, both teams displayed commendable effort and skill but it was ultimately UTEP's consistent performance across all quarters that sealed their win on home soil. This victory is particularly significant considering it was not part of conference play which adds weight to each team's overall standing.

Looking ahead for fans of the UTEP Miners is another exciting matchup as they are set to face off against Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs on December 4th at around noon local time (2 PM Central). While no broadcast networks have been announced yet for this upcoming game, loyal supporters will surely find ways to follow along and cheer on their team as they continue through their season.