See the Journal's best UNM sports photos from November
Lobo Louie hypes the up the crowd during Tuesday’s men’s basketball game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi at the Pit. UNM Athletics unveiled a new Lobo Louie costume on Tuesday.
UNM Lobos head football coach Bronco Mendenhall wears shoes colored by patients at UNM children’s hospital during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
UNM quarterback Devon Dampier (4) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during Saturday’s game against Wyoming at University Stadium.
The UNM dance team pump up the crowd during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
Lobo Louie pumps up young fans during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
UNM junior Bryson Taylor (13) takes to the field during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
UNM dance team’s Tanasia Cordova hugs Lobo fan Azaila Mangin, 10, during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
Young Lobos fans react during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
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UNM running back Eli Sanders had a career-high 205 yards rushing last week against Wyoming.
UNM wide receiver Ryan Davis (18) scores a touchdown as he lands atop Wyoming defender Wrook Brown during Saturday’s game at University Stadium in Albuquerque.
UNM head coach Bronco Mendenhall, center right, watches from the sideline during the Nov. 2 game against Wyoming at University Stadium.
UNM junior Bryson Taylor (13) closes in as Wyoming junior Jaylen Sargent (8) attempts to catch a pass during Saturday's game at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M.
Wyoming wide receiver Chris Durr Jr., right, makes a catch in front of UNM cornerback Nigel Williams during Saturday’s game.
UNM senior cornerback Nigel Williams (28) closes in for the tackle while Cowboys freshman wide receiver Chris Durr Jr., (15) completes a pass during the University of New Mexico Lobos home football game against the University of Wyoming Cowboys at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday Nov. 2, 2024.
UNM’s Devon Dampier had one of the most successful quarterback campaigns in program history in the 2024 season.
UNM wide receiver Ryan Davis, left, reacts with fellow receiver Caleb Medford after Davis scored a touchdown during Saturday’s game against Wyoming.
Wyoming wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (15) makes an astonishing one-handed catch in front of UNM defender Bryson Taylor during Saturday’s game at University Stadium.
UNM Lobos — from left, Kayde Dotson, Tru Washington (behind Dotson), Jovan Milicevic, Daniel Thomas, Ibrahima Sacko and Atiki Ally Atiki — cheer from the bench during Monday’s game against Nicholls at the Pit.
UNM Lobos head coach Richard Pitino watches his team play during the game against Nicholls Colonels at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM head coach Richard Pitino talks to player Nelly Junior Joseph during a Nov. 4 home game against Nicholls.
UNM Lobos players and Nicholls Colonels jump to reach for the ball at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobos head coach Richard Pitino, left, talks to his team during a timeout at The Pit in the Nov. 4 season opener against Nicholls State as guard Filip Borovicanin, right, listens.
Nicholls’ Robert Brown III, left, jumps to defend UNM’s Tru Washington on Monday at the Pit.
UNM Lobos player Atiki Ally Atiki (center) shoots the ball at the hoop during the game against Nicholls Colonels at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobos guard CJ Noland (0) moves around Nicholls Colonels player Brian Myles (6) at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobos plays against Nicholls Colonels at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
Nicholls Colonels head coach Tevon Saddler watches his team play against UNM Lobos at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
Nicholls Colonels forward Brian Myles talks to the ref during the game against the UNM Lobos at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM players help teammate Filip Borovicanin (8) get up off the court after taking a hard fall during Monday night’s game against Nicholls at the Pit. From left: Nelly Junior Joseph, Mustapha Amzil, Kayde Dotson (in yellow shoes) and C.J. Noland.
UNM guard CJ Noland (0) heads down the court during Monday's game against Nicholls at the Pit on Monday.
UNM forward Filip Borovicanin (8) looks to pass the ball against Nicholls defenders during Monday night’s game at the Pit.
UNM Lobos fans turn on their phone's flashlight as the Lobos starting lineup gets called during the game against Nicholls Colonels at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM’s Tru Washington (3) jumps up to grab the ball from Nicholls’ Sincere Malone (5) at the Pit on Monday.
UNM Lobos fan Jeff Bludworth cheers as the Lobos make a basket during the game against Nicholls Colonels at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
Nicholls Colonels player Tru Washington takes a hard fall during the game against the Lobos at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM’s Donovan Dent (2) jumps up behind Nicholls’ Trae English on Monday at the Pit.
Nicholls Colonels player Ike Cornish (10) runs down the court past Lobos player Filip Borovicanin (8) at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobo’s Hulda Joaquim is fouled by Northern Arizona Lumberjack’s Nyah Moran during a game at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobo’s Destinee Hooks attempts a shot over Northern Arizona Lumberjack’s Sophie Glancey during their game at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM’s Destinee Hooks, left, makes a move toward the basket during Monday’s season opener against Northern Arizona at the Pit. Hooks led the Lobos with 21 points.
UNM Lobo’s Destinee Hooks attempts a shot against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
]Northern Arizona Lumberjack’s Nyah Moran celebrates a shot against UNM near the end of the 4th quarter at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
Northern Arizona players celebrate their win over UNM, after Sophie Glancey hit the go-ahead shot with 0.2 seconds left on Monday at the Pit.
UNM Lobos Alyssa Hargrove goes up for a shot against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM bench celebrate a 3-pointer by teammate Reza Po during a game against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobo’s Reza Po goes up for a layup during a game against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM Lobo’s Nayli Padilla passes the ball during a game against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM’s Vianè Cumber makes a move toward the basket during Monday’s game against Northern Arizona at the Pit. The Lobos host Morehead State on Thursday.
Northern Arizona Lumberjack’s Olivia Moran makes a move toward the basket while defended by UNM’s Amhyia Moreland during a game at The Pit on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
UNM guard Joana Magalhães drives down court against Northern Arizona at the Pit on Monday.
UNM's Alyssa Hargrove shoots a free throw during their game Morehead State at the Pit in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's head coach Mike Bradbury talks to his players during a timeout of their game against Morehead State at the Pit in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Destinee Hooks, left, drives to the basket by teammate Amhyia Moreland during their game Morehead State at the Pit in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM’s Paris Lauro, middle, looks for help while being guarded by Morehead State’s Kate Novik, left, and Myla Benton during a Nov. 7 game in the Pit. The Lobos host Gonzaga on Sunday.
UNM’s Viané Cumber passes to an open teammate while being guarded by Morehead State’s Kuryn Brunson, left, and Katie Dike during Thursday night’s game at the Pit. Cumber had three assists to go with her 23 points and 12 rebounds.
UNM’s Lydie Mwamba, right, is fouled by Morehead State’s Chrishawn Coleman while looking for a teammate during Thursday's game at the Pit.
UNM’s Lara Langermann, left, tries to drive by Morehead State’s Aileen Marquez during their Nov. 7 game at the Pit. Langermann had seven points, three rebounds and two assists Tuesday at Texas Tech.
UNM's Viane Cumber lines up her last 3 pointer of their game against Morehead State, at the Pit in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024. Cumber had 23 points and 12 rebounds during the game.
UNM’s Joana Magalhäes and teammates react to a Viané Cumber three-pointer in Thursday’s game against Morehead State at the Pit.
UNM's Viane Cumber drives to the basket during the first half of their game against Morehead State, at the Pit in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Hulda Joaquim, center, puts a shot up over Morehead State's Katie Dike, left, and Kuryn Brunson during the first half of their game at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Joana Magalhaes, right, battles Morehead State's Kate Novik for a loose ball during the first half of their game at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Destinee Hooks, left, puts up and hits a 3 pointer over Morehead State's Kate Novik during the first half of their game at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM’s Destinee Hooks (3) is fouled driving between Morehead State’s Alyse Holliman, left, and Chrishawn Coleman, with Lobo teammate Hulda Joaquim, right, during a Nov. 7 game at the Pit. UNM hosts UC Irvine on Wednesday.
UNM's Reza Po shots a free throw during the first half of their game against Morehead State at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Joana Magalhaes, right, battles Morehead State's Kate Novik for a loose ball during the first half of their game at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM's Hulda Joaquim, center, puts a shot up over Morehead State's Katie Dike, left, and Kuryn Brunson during the first half of their game at the Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 7, 2024.
UNM’s Viane Cumber drives to the basket during the first half of their game against Morehead State on Thusday at the Pit.
UNM Lobos’ Donovan Dent is fouled by Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders’ Damarion Dennis during their game at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Kayde Dotson attempts a shot against the Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders during their game at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM’s Nelly Junior Joseph maneuvers around Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s Sheldon Williams for a rebound during Tuesday’s game at the Pit.
UNM's Tru Washington makes a move toward the basket during the Lobos’ game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Tuesday in the Pit.
UNM’s Kayde Dotson moves the ball against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Tuesday at the Pit. Dotson, a freshman, scored a career-high 18 points.
UNM Lobos’ Tru Washington attempts a three-pointer against Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM's Nelly Junior Joseph tips off against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s Sheldon Williams to start Tuesday's game at the Pit.
UNM Lobos fans cheer on their team during a game against Texas A&M — Corpus Christi Islanders at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM’s Nelly Junior Joseph guards Texas A&M- orpus Christi’s Sheldon Williams during Tuesday’s game at the Pit. The Lobos recorded 15 steals in the game, and have had double-digit steals in each of their first three games.
UNM’s C.J. Noland, left, Donovan Dent, center, and Mustapha Amzil in a Nov. 12 game at the Pit.
UNM Lobos’ Nelly Junior Joseph reacts after committing a foul against Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM Lobos join in a team huddle after a foul against the Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders during their game at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Tru Washington celebrates a three-pointer against Texas A&M - Corpus Christi Islanders during their game at The Pit in Albuquerque on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024.
UNM's Joana Magalhães attempts a shot against Western New Mexico during a game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Lydie Mwamba dribbles the ball to the basket during a game against Western New Mexico at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM’s Drew Jordon attempts a shot against Western New Mexico during last Friday’s game at the Pit.
UNM's Amhyia Moreland grabs the rebound agaisnt Western New Mexico during on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. The Lobos face Gonzaga at the Pit on Sunday.
UNM’s Lydie Mwamba (1) looks to pass during Friday’s game against Western New Mexico at the Pit.
UNM Lobos’ Joana Magalhães shot is blocked by Western New Mexico’s Yvanna Villarreal during their game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Lydie Mwamba takes control of the ball during a game agaisnt Western New Mexico at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM’s Joana Magalhães, right, leads the Lobos in assists with 18 through five games.
UNM’s Reza Po makes a move toward the basket while defended by Western New Mexico’s Joslyn Montez during Friday’s game in the Pit.
UNM Lobos Drew Jordon, left, and Joana Magalhães force a turnover against Western New Mexico’s Jaelyn Morrison during their game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Lara Langermann blocks a shot by Western New Mexico’s Jade Goynes game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Amhyia Moreland attempts a shot over Western New Mexico during their game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Vianè Cumber defends the basket against Western New Mexico’s Jade Goynes during their game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM Lobos’ Alyssa Hargrove grabs the lose ball against Western New Mexico’s Joslyn Montez during their game at the Pit in Albuquerque on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
UNM players rush the field to celebrate their win over Washington State on Saturday at University Stadium.
UNM’s Christian Ellis (8) gets a hug from teammate Bryson Taylor while Noah Avinger (1) looks on after the team’s win over Washington State on Nov. 16. The Lobos are seeking a bowl-clinching victory in Hawaii on Saturday.
UNM quarterback Devon Dampier, left, and running back Na'Quari Rogers celebrate the game-winning touchdown against Washington State on Saturday at University Stadium.
Washington State's Stephen Hall, right, breaks up a pass to UNM's Caleb Medford during the second quarter of their game, at UNM in Albuquerque, Saturday, November 16, 2024.
UNM’s Nigel Williams, top, tackles Washington State’s Kris Hutson near the end zone Nov. 16 at University Stadium.
UNM’s Devon Dampier, right, plows over Washington State’s Ethan O’Connor for the Lobos first touchdown of the game Saturday at University Stadium.
Washington State’s quarterback John Mateer, center, with teammate Billy Riviere, right, blocking for him, gets by UNM’s Randolph Kpai, left, for a touchdown during the second quarter of Saturday’s game at University Stadium.
Washington State's Kyle Williams, right, makes a touchdown reception against UNM's Bryson Taylor during the second quarter of their game, at UNM in Albuquerque, Saturday, November 16, 2024. This touchdown gave the Cougars a 28-14 lead at the half.
UNM receiver Caleb Medford, right, is among the Lobos who plan to enter the transfer portal when it opens Monday.
UNM’s Caleb Medford makes a touchdown reception in the second quarter for the Lobos’ second score against Washington State on Saturday at University Stadium.
South Carolina State Lady Bulldogs head coach Tim Eatman gives the Lobos team fist bumps after their game at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
UNM forward Hulda Joaquim goes up for a shot against South Carolina State on Wednesday. Joaquim and the Lobos host Gonzaga on Sunday.
UNM Lobos forward Amahyia Moreland (24) passes the ball to her teammate over South Carolina State guard Jada Moran’s head (23) at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
UNM Lobos guard Viané Cumber (33) jumps up to pass the ball to her teammate over South Carolina State player Kimora Smith’s head (8) at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
South Carolina State Lady Bulldogs head coach Tim Eatman watches his team play against the University of New Mexico at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
Lobos guard Viané Cumber (33) moves around South Carolina State guard Monajah Ford (3) at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
UNM forward Hulda Joaquim (14) gets hugged by her teammates after making a basket during a Nov. 20 game against the South Carolina State in the Pit.
UNM guard Alyssa Hargrove (4) looks for a way around South Carolina State’s Jada Morgan (23) during Wednesday’s game in the Pit.
UNM guard Nayli Padilla (11) passes the ball through the South Carolina State defense to teammate Hulda Joaquim (14) during Wednesday’s game in the Pit.
UNM Lobos forward Hulda Joaquim (14) gets ready to shoot the ball past South Carolina State Lady Bulldogs forward Justice Tramble (15) at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
UNM forward Amahyia Moreland, left, attempts to steal the ball from South Carolina State’s Justice Tramble during a Nov. 20 game at the Pit.
Lobo’s guard Alyssa Hargrove (4) looks for a way around South Carolina State Lady Bulldog’s guard Jada Morgan (23) at The Pit on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.
UNM’s Destinee Hooks (3) pushes past a South Carolina State defender during Wednesday’s game in the Pit.
UNM forward Paris Lauro (10) knocks the ball out of South Carolina State guard Shauna Reed’s (14) hands Wednesday in the Pit. The Lobos host Gonzaga on Sunday.
University of New Mexico's Donovan Dent plays with a bandaged knee during their game against Grambling State at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Donovan Dent smiles as the Lobos pull away from Grambling State during the 2nd half of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
UNM head coach Richard Pitino instructs his players during last Thursday’s game against Grambling State in the Pit.
UNM’s Mustapha Amzil, middle, battles for a rebound against Grambling State’s P.J. Eason (10) and P.J. Edwards during Thursday’s game at the Pit.
University of New Mexico's Filip Borovicanin, left, looks for space to drive by Grambling State's Emeka Nnaji during the 2nd half of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
UNM’s Tru Washington steals the ball from Grambling State’s Louis Hutchinson during Thursday night’s game at the Pit.
University of New Mexico's Braden Appelhans guards Grambling State's P.J. Eason during the first half of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Mustapha Amzil gets a break away dunk during their game against Grambling State at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
UNM’s Mustapha Amzil, right, blocks Grambling State’s Ernest Ross at the rim Thursday night at the Pit. Amzil has at least one block in every game this season.
University of New Mexico's Donovan Dent, left, drives by Grambling State's P.J. Edwards during the first half of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Thursday, November 21, 2024.
UNM’s Donovan Dent, left, is fouled driving to the basket by Grambling State’s Mikale Stevenson during Thursday’s game at the Pit.
UNM’s Filip Borovicanin, center, guards Grambling State’s Antwan Burnett during Thursday’s game at the Pit.
UNM’s Nelly Junior Joseph, left, battles Grambling State’s P.J. Eason, center, and Antwan Burnett for a loose ball during Thursday’s game in the Pit.
UNM’s Tru Washington, top, is fouled by Grambling State’s Chilaydrien “C-Bo†Newton as they battle for a loose ball during Thursday’s game in the Pit.
University of New Mexico's Hulda Joaquim, left, tries to get a shot up over UC Irvine's Nevaeh Dean, cetner, during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Destinee Hooks, left, battles UC Irvine's Deja Lee for a rebound during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Joana Magalhaes, center, along with Drew Jordan, left, and Lydie Mwamba, right, cheer on their teammates during the fourth quarter of their game against UC Irvine at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Destinee Hook, left, and Alyssa Hargrove, right, battle UC Irvine's Amelia Scharpf for a rebound after a missed free throw near the end of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Lydie Mwamba, center, puts a shot up over UC Irvine's Summah Hanson during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Hulda Joaquim, left, is blocked by UC Irvine's Summah Hanson during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Alyssa Hargrove, foreground, almost has a steal from UC Irvine's Nikki Tom during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Destinee Hooks, center, puts a shot up over UC Irvine's Deja Lee, left, and Summah Hanson during the 4th quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's bench erupts after teammate Lara Langermann hits a game winning 3 point shot with .2 second left in the game over UC Irvine's Clara Djoko at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
UNM’s Destinee Hooks, left, and Joana Magalhaes celebrate Wednesday’s win over UC Irvine in the Pit.
UNM’s Lara Langermann, right, hits a game-winning 3-point shot over UC Irvine’s Clara Djoko on Wednesday in the Pit.
UNM’s Hulda Joaquim (14) puts a shot up over UC Irvine’s Nevaeh Dean during their Nov. 27 game in the Pit.
University of New Mexico's Reza Po, #21, tries to get the ball to teammate Hulda Joaquim, #14, while being guarded by UC Irvine's Nevaeh Dean, #24, and Clara Djoko near the end of the second quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
University of New Mexico's Joana Magalhaes, right, tries to drive by UC Irvine's Shirel Nahum during the second quarter of their game at The Pit, in Albuquerque, Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
UNM’s Viané Cumber (33) buries a 3-pointer over UC Irvine’s Deja Lee during Wednesday night’s game at the Pit. Cumber and the Lobos host North Texas on Sunday afternoon.
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