Lobos Host Nevada in Historic 100th Homecoming Game
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A highly anticipated matchup sees the New Mexico Lobos return too University Stadium to face the Nevada Wolf Pack in the program’s 100th Homecoming game. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:55 p.m. on Saturday.
The Lobos are back on their home turf after begining conference play with two consecutive road games. This contest marks the first time Nevada has visited Albuquerque in nine years, with the 2020 meeting relocated to Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Did you know?-The Lobos are celebrating a century of homecoming games, a testament to the program’s enduring legacy. this year’s game is a chance to honor the past while building momentum for the future.
Revisiting the 2016 Encounter
The last time these two teams clashed in Albuquerque, in 2016, the Lobos secured a 35-26 victory. A pivotal moment in that game was a blocked extra point by UNM’s Ryan Santos, significantly impacting the final score. The game itself was marked by unusual circumstances, including a lengthy one-hour, 49-minute delay due to a lightning storm that resulted in a complete power outage at the stadium.
Pro tip:-Reviewing past games can offer insights into team strategies and potential weaknesses. The 2016 game’s outcome, influenced by a blocked extra point and a power outage, highlights the unpredictable nature of football.
Broadcast Details
Fans can catch all the action on FS1,with Dan Hellie and petros Papadakis providing commentary. This will be the second Mountain West game broadcast for the duo on Saturday. For radio listeners, Robert Portnoy and DonTrell moore will deliver play-by-play coverage on the Lobo Radio Network, with 770 KKOB-AM serving as the flagship station in Albuquerque. Ned James will be reporting from the sidelines for the radio broadcast.
The broadcast team for the televised game will not include a sideline reporter.
Reader question:-what are your predictions for the game? Will the Lobos’ home-field advantage and the historic Homecoming atmosphere give them an edge? Share your thoughts in the comments.
This Homecoming game represents a significant milestone for the New Mexico Lobos, offering a chance to build momentum as the season progresses.
