John Byrne/Tribune Nevada running back Devonte Lee works around a big tackle during the Wolf Pack’s 21-10 win over New Mexico Saturday. RENO — Carson Strong passed for 297 yards and two touchdowns, Romeo Doubs had 11 receptions for 167 yards — both career highs — and a score, and Nevada beat New Mexico 21-10 on Saturday night. Strong went 27 of 39 with no interceptions, … [Read more...]
Cougs Claim Division and Top Playoff Seed
Jack Franz and the Raiders will take on Douglas at home Friday in the first round of the playoffs. After an exciting finish to the regular season, the 4A football playoffs are set in Northern Nevada. The High Desert League crown and top seed for the came down to a pair of Sparks schools last Friday as Reed hit the road to play Spanish Springs. The Cougs came out on top … [Read more...]
Reed Girls Advances to Semis
John Byrne/Tribune The Reed High girls soccer team celebrates after knocking off visiting Bishop Manogue Monday night in the first round of the playoffs. After both teams went scoreless in the first half, Reed scored twice in the second to win 2-1. The Raiders play Galena tonight in the semifinals in Carson City, with the winner moving on to the 4A Northern final on … [Read more...]
Pack Offense Stalled Again in Loss at Wyoming
LARAMIE, Wyo. — Xazavian Valladay rushed for a career-high 206 yards, Sean Chambers threw for 158 yards and two touchdowns, and Wyoming defeated Nevada 31-3 on Saturday. Wyoming, bowl eligible for the fourth consecutive season, has won seven consecutive home games. Wyoming (6-2, 3-1 Mountain West) had 258 rushing yards and 221 passing yards for a total of 479. The bulk … [Read more...]
Surging Cougars Alone in First Place After 6th Straight Win
John Byrne photos/Tribune Parker Luthy breaks away from Reno’s defense during the Cougs 28-0 win last Thursday. In a battle for first place between the only two unbeaten teams in High Desert League play, Spanish Springs defeated Reno on the road on Thursday, 28-0. Riding a four-game win streak and looking to surprise the visiting team, Reno opted for an onside kick to … [Read more...]
Spanish Springs Remains Unbeaten Ahead of Showdown with Reed
John Byrne/Tribune The Spanish Springs boys soccer team continued its undefeated season Saturday when they defeated Reno 5-0. The Cougs scored four times in the first half and once in the second to get the shutout victory for the third straight game. The Cougs (10-0-3, 6-0-1) host Reed in the final game of the regular season today with first place on the line. The … [Read more...]
Wolf Pack briefs
Bright runs for 2 TDs as Utah State beats Nevada 36-10 LOGAN, Utah — Gerold Bright had 126 yards rushing and two scores on 15 carries, Savon Scarver had a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, and Utah State beat Nevada 36-10 in the snow on Saturday night. The Wolf Pack, on the game’s opening possession, had first-and-goal from the 8 but a holding penalty and a false … [Read more...]
Nevada impressive in first exhibition
In the first of two exhibition games this season the University of Nevada men’s basketball team used several runs to down Cal State East Bay 81-52 on Saturday night at Lawlor Events Center. Junior Jalen Harris tied for game-high honors with 21 points making 6-of-13 shots from the field, 3-of-5 from behind the arc. Senior guard Nizré Zouzoua scored 16 points and made 2-of-3 … [Read more...]