Get Ready for an Exciting Season: UTEP Men's Basketball Schedule Unveiled!

EL PASO, Texas - The anticipation is building as the UTEP Miners gear up for the 2024-25 men's basketball season! Head coach Joe Golding proudly announced the finalized schedule, promising fans an exhilarating journey through both nonconference and Conference USA matchups.

Key Highlights of the Schedule

• Nonconference Challenges: UTEP will engage in a competitive 13-game nonconference schedule, including the prestigious Ball Dawgs Classic in Las Vegas and the 63rd-annual WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational.
• Home Court Advantage: The Miners will host seven thrilling home games. Notable among them is a clash with Tarleton State, who made significant strides last season.
• Road Warriors: UTEP will face tough opponents on the road, including a showdown against perennial powerhouse Louisville.

Season Kickoff and Notable Opponents

The season opens at home on November 4 against Sul Ross State, featuring a doubleheader alongside the UTEP women’s basketball team. Here are some of the key matchups to watch:

1. November 9: @ Utah Valley
2. November 12: vs. UTPB
3. November 20: @ UCSB
4. December 11: @ Louisville
5. December 20: vs. Jackson State (WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational)
6. December 21: vs. Akron/Yale (WestStar Don Haskins Sun Bowl Invitational)
7. December 28: vs. Northern New Mexico

Returning Talent and New Faces

Golding's squad boasts a wealth of experience, returning all eligible scholarship players from last year's team that made it to the CUSA championship. Key returning players include:

• Otis Frazier III - Honorable Mention All-CUSA
• Corey Camper Jr.
• David Terrell Jr. - 2024 CUSA Freshman of the Year
• Antwonne Holmes and Babacar Mbengue - Redshirt players ready to make an impact

Newcomers like JUCO All-American Ahamad Bynum and Tarleton State transfer Devon Barnes are set to add depth and skill to an already strong roster.

Get Your Tickets!

Don’t miss out on the action! Season tickets are now available for purchase through the Eisenberg Family Ticket Office. Fans can buy tickets by calling (915) 747-UTEP, emailing tickets@utep.edu, or visiting www.UTEPMiners.com/Tickets.

Support UTEP student-athletes by making a donation to the Miner Athletic Club at givingto.utep.edu/mac.

What do you think?

• Will UTEP make a deeper run in the CUSA tournament this year?
• How do you feel about the new players joining the team? Are they the right fit?
• What matchups are you most excited to see this season?
• Is the addition of more challenging opponents a sign of UTEP's rising competitiveness?
• Do you think the Miners can reclaim their glory days and earn a spot in the NCAA tournament?