LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — UNLV's Runnin' Rebels suffered their fifth consecutive loss, falling to Boise State 71-62 despite strong performances from Dedan Thomas Jr. and Bear Cherry. Thomas Jr. led the Rebels with 20 points, while Cherry added 19, but it wasn't enough to overcome Boise State's balanced attack, which saw four Broncos scoring in double figures. "Against a good … [Read more...] about UNLV’s losing streak continues with 71-62 loss to Boise State
UNLV narrowly defeated by Utah State, 76-71 in MWC clash
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — The Runnin' Rebels felt the chill in Northern Utah, falling to Utah State 76-71. UNLV has now lost eight straight to the Aggies in Logan and nine of the last 10 at the Spectrum. Utah State went on a 13-0 first-half run, building a 16-point first-half lead before settling for a 33-24 halftime lead. In the second half, the Rebels managed to claw back, … [Read more...] about UNLV narrowly defeated by Utah State, 76-71 in MWC clash
Dan Mullen to become UNLV’s next football coach, AP sources say
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former Florida and Mississippi State coach Dan Mullen has agreed to lead UNLV's 24th-ranked football program, two people with knowledge of the hire said Wednesday. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because no announcement has been made. The 52-year-old Mullen replaces Barry Odom, who left for Purdue on Sunday after going … [Read more...] about Dan Mullen to become UNLV’s next football coach, AP sources say
UNLV’s Barry Odom headed to Purdue as its next football coach
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Purdue Boilermakers are giving UNLV coach Barry Odom a second chance to lead a Power Four program. Athletic director Mike Bobinski announced Sunday that he hired the 48-year-old Odom to replace Ryan Walters, who was fired last week after compiling a 5-19 record in two seasons in West Lafayette, Indiana. "As both a leader and person, coach Odom … [Read more...] about UNLV’s Barry Odom headed to Purdue as its next football coach
Alexander named interim UNLV football head coach
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Del Alexander, UNLV wide receivers coach, has been named interim head coach for the team after the departure of Barry Odom to Purdue. Alexander's history has spanned multiple coaching stints over the years. He first joined the Rebels in 1998 under head coach Jeff Horton before taking on roles as passing game coordinator, wide receivers, and quarterbacks … [Read more...] about Alexander named interim UNLV football head coach