The 197475 Lobo team was depleted by graduation and slipped to a 1313 record. Western Athletic Conference Season Summary. The 197677 team still holds the school record for most total rebounds and most blocked shots in a season. PG- Greg Brown. He declared for the 2010 NBA draft and was selected in the second round by Milwaukee. They lost to St. Louis in the semi-finals, then in overtime to Penn State in the consolation game to finish the season 2014. Ellenberger was well-respected as a teacher of defense,[34][39] and he was a frequent participant in basketball coaching camps and workshops, where he became friends with UNLV coach Jerry Tarkanian. The Lobos in 198485 were led by JC transfer forward Johnny Brown (18.8 points and 6.3 rebounds per game) and senior center George Scott (14 points and 6.6 rebounds),[73] along with a nucleus of sophomores, including guards Hunter Greene and Kelvin Scarborough, who both scored in double figures. [204] The building facade was also transformed, adding extensive glasswork and a steel superstructure. The current roster is comprised primarily of UNM alumni including: Jamaal Smith (2006-08) J.R. Giddens (2006-08) Phillip McDonald (2008-12) Darington Hobson (2009-10) Ellenberger began relying heavily on recruiting Junior College (JC) transfers, a tactic that would lead to his best season as Lobo coach but later to his downfall. [12][29] Also playing in the first round at The Pit, New Mexico State lost to eventual champion UCLA, then won the consolation game over the Lobos, who finished the season 235. [185] The Lobos finished the season 277, Neal tallying the most wins ever for a first-year Lobo coach. [110][111] Bliss stated, "[a]s a coach, I have never compromised more of my offensive principles than while coaching Greg Brown. The Lobos broke open a close game in the second half with a 267 run. (Journal illustration) Rob Robbins'. [159] Senior Tony Danridge led the unit with 15 points a game, though they again relied on balance and teamwork. [196] In Mountain West play, however, the Lobos went 5-12. [218] During the 1980s, a popular chant among Lobo fans was "Everyone's a Lobo, Woof Woof Woof! [23] The Lobos returned to the NIT, losing at The Pit to Lamar and finishing the season 2411. All four Smith, Thomas, Long, and Shields were on the 199697 Lobo squad. The Lobos stood at 72 after losing to #10 Syracuse, then rattled off 14 straight wins, including a home-and-away sweep of #9 UNLV, pushing them into the national rankings and eventually into the top ten. [23] Shields finished his career as the third (now fourth) leading scorer in Lobo history and as career leader in three-pointers. [21] Daniels averaged 21.5 points and 11.6 rebounds a game, finishing his career with a still-team record 44 double-doubles,[22] and he became the first Lobo to be named as an All-American. [66] Harrison and his players gained fan appreciation for persevering under difficult circumstances, but he served primarily as a caretaker until a new head coach was named. Top 5 New Mexico Lobos basketball players of all time - BVM Sports Top 5 New Mexico Lobos basketball players of all time Before becoming a two-time ABA MVP, Mel Daniels had three stellar seasons with the New Mexico Lobos in the 1960s. [34] It was Ellenberger's first Division I head coaching position, but he made up for what he lacked in experience with energy and enthusiasm. They then lost five of six to finish in a tie for third. King had an immediate impact on the program. They led the WAC in overall winning percentage over the 17-season span from 1962 to 1979, posting a won-loss record of 328161 (.671). The Lobos and seven other conference members left the WAC to form the MWC in 1999. Gordon had 18 points and 13 rebounds, while Williams added 16 with two late baskets to seal the win. The Official Athletic Site of the New Mexico Lobos, partner of WMT Digital. [176] The Lobos lost on the road to ranked San Diego State and UNLV but beat both at home and won nine out of ten to clinch the league title. Media Guide 201314, pp.65,116. Mar. The university established basketball as a varsity sport in 1899 and began competing with regional colleges after establishing an athletics department in 1920. [49] His defensive prowess made him an eight-time recipient of NBA All-Defensive Team honors, as well as the Defensive Player of the Year Award in 1987. Williams was named conference tournament MVP; he and Jaxon were both named All-WAC. [224] He was an integral part of the Lobo fan experience, especially before most games were televised. [198][199][200] A study of decibel levels at collegiate basketball arenas found that a game at The Pit registered as the loudest at 118 decibels,[201] comparable to a turbo-fan aircraft at takeoff power. [75][76] The team slipped to 65 before winning eight out of nine, gaining a share of the WAC lead. It's a stretch with Thomas I know, but he did move Albuquerque in high school and play for AHS his senior year. They finished third in the WAC but received an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament, their first berth since 1978. [168] They beat #3 BYU in Provo to sweep the regular season series but lost to the Cougars in the conference tournament. The Lobos, Aggies, and Miners played one another twice every season, home-and-away, and a fierce rivalry grew among them. Fraschilla inherited three returning starters, but the team was clearly heading into a rebuilding period after losing Thomas. The Lobos had a roller-coaster season in 198990, buoyed by record-setting performances by Longley, Robbins, and McGee. Student. Former New Mexico Players Currently In The NBA * NBA stats from the 2022-2023 season. That may be the way to rationalize what a lot of Lobo men's basketball fans are feeling now. North Carolina State upset heavily favored Houston in the memorable championship, sealing the victory with a last second basket. University of New Mexico Lobo legend Robin Cole persevered through a number of trials and tribulations, to achieve his ultimate goal. [223], Sportscaster Mike Roberts was the "Voice of the Lobos" on KKOB radio in Albuquerque from 1966 to 2008, becoming an icon among Lobo fans. [29][45] Attendance at The Pit surged to its best ever, a trend that would continue throughout the Ellenberger years, regularly earning placement among the top five in the nation. Mar. [23], The 199697 Lobos returned all their principal players, while adding freshman Lamont Long, who would become a starter by mid-season. New Mexico Lobos men's basketball statistical leaders B Cameron Bairstow Nick Banyard Carlton Bragg Jr. Don Brkovich Greg Brown (basketball, born 1972) Johnny Brown (basketball) C David Chiotti Michael Cooper D Mel Daniels Curtis Dennis Troy DeVries Ruben Douglas E Arthur Edwards (basketball) F Daniel Faris Don Ford Kavossy Franklin G Dairese Gary Media Guide 201213, pp.76,89. Despite a disappointing WAC campaign, they received a bid to the NIT. [35] The 197576 team improved to 1611 with a largely mercenary squad of JC transfers who would later quit the team before the end of the season. [134][135], Before the 19992000 season, the Lobos and seven other teams left the WAC to form the Mountain West Conference (MWC). [119] He was again named All-WAC and finished as the leading scorer in Lobo history, with 1,993 points, and the leader in field goals made, having started every game of his career. [7] Basketball was primarily an intramural sport, with occasional games against other schools, including Albuquerque High School, and no regular schedule. Fraschilla had lost the team: nine players had left the program or been dismissed during his tenure. Coach Pitino hopes his players were able to learn something from the Lobos. Like King, Ellenberger got off to a fast start in his first two seasons. So all time UNM team with NM players. They have been regularly ranked from the 200910 through the 201314 seasons. Thomas had 15 points and eight rebounds, sealing the win with a pair of late free throws, while Long added 14 points and nine boards. UNM lost in the Mountain West Championship quarterfinals to Utah State. [105] A pair of upset losses prevented them from catching the #9 Utes and #21 Cougars, who were tied atop the league at 141 late in the season. [21] The Lobos started 111, losing at Texas Tech but beating #11 Arizona and rising to #11 themselves. Lamont Long averaged 18.7 points a game to lead the league and earn All-MWC honors, finishing his career as the third leading scorer in Lobo history, three points ahead of former teammate Shields.[137]. [145] Discipline trouble and player defections continued into the off-season. The Lobos were ranked #11 and received a three-seed in the NCAA tournament, their best seed ever. Renovations completed in 2010 added space and state-of-the-art amenities for fans and players. Lobo is known as the most active advocate for women's basketball. [119] Granger was selected by the Indiana Pacers with the 17th pick in the first round of the 2005 NBA draft and has placed among league leaders in scoring and been named an All-Star during his career. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Former University of New Mexico point guard Kelvin Scarborough has died. Lobo starred for the Huskies when they won a national championship in 1995 following an undefeated season and was also an Olympic gold medalist for Team USA in 1996. [181][182] Senior Cameron Bairstow had a breakout season, averaging 20 points and seven rebounds a game, achieving one of the best single-season improvements in school history. He played professionally for eight seasons then coached in the NBA for eight more before joining Alford at Iowa. Media Guide 201314, p.79. The 198687 season was the most successful for Colson as Lobo coach. [58] In an investigation into illegal gambling, the FBI had placed a wiretap on the phone of a major Lobo booster. Game Notes 201314, pp.15,20; Media Guide 201314, pp.67,7576,79. The Lobos next faced two-seed Georgetown and took a slim lead into the second half. [171] After two early losses, the Lobos won 13 straight en route to a 152 mark. Long averaged 23.9 points a game both his junior and senior seasons, earning all-WAC honors both seasons and all-American recognition in 1971. All returned for 200405, and Granger turned in a spectacular season, averaging 19 points and nine rebounds a game to gain All-American recognition. [149], McKay continued to attract strong transfer players, but discipline issues persisted in 200506. They received a seven-seed in the NCAA tournament, facing Stanford. [148] They lost in the conference tournament but received a bid to the NIT, losing at Cal to finish 249, the most wins for a first-year Lobo coach to date. For the school's women's players, see Category:New Mexico Lobos women's basketball players. They nevertheless reached the NIT, losing to Texas and finishing 1714. Giddens was named MWC Co-Player of the Year and received an AP All-American Honorable Mention. [101] The team started slowly, including a home loss to #2 Arizona, but later won seven of eight to gain an early share of the WAC lead. Like Petie Gibson, Scarborough became a long-time coach in Albuquerque, at. The Lobos led the conference in scoring defense and were 15th in the nation, allowing 63.2 points per game. Daniels averaged over 17 points and 11 rebounds a game, providing the fast-growing Lobo fan base a preview of things to come. Alford was again named MWC Coach of the Year, and Gary was All-MWC. [83] Scarborough was named All-WAC and finished his career second (now third) in Lobo history in total assists. While the criminal charges were cleared from Ellenberger's record, he would never be a college head coach again. Bliss would identify the loss as a particular disappointment, believing that the Lobos were the better team. Johnson stepped down as head basketball coach after the 193940 season. The inconsistent squad started 55 but then stunned 21-point favorite, #2 Arizona in Tucson, the highest ranked opponent the Lobos had beaten on the road since 1966. Shields scored 1,837 points. [19][40] The team was led by the strong inside scoring and rebounding of Darryl Minniefield, Bernard Hardin, and Mark Saiers. Lobo's senior year saw her secure the Wade trophy, Naismith Award, and several Player of the Year honors all while leading the Huskies to an undefeated season and the 1995 NCAA national championship. The design of the arena makes it one of the loudest venues in college basketball, creating a hostile playing environment for visitors. [213] On April 27, 2017, UNM asked WisePies to relinquish the naming rights, per the terms of the agreement, and WisePies agreed to do so. [46] The Lobos have made 14 NCAA tournament appearances and 17 NIT appearances since the opening of the arena. Gary injured his knee in the game, a sad career end for a four-year starter and steady leader. Greene returned to average 21 points and six rebounds a game, while Scarborough added 19 points and six assists. [37][64] He then became the lead assistant for Bobby Knight at Indiana for ten seasons, from 1990 to 2000,[34] and later coached in the NBA and WNBA. Lobo basketball first achieved national prominence after Bob King was hired as head coach in 1962. The other team will have numerous other former Lobos and other players from around New Mexico. From 1951 to 1962, the Lobos competed in the Mountain States Conference, known at the time as the Skyline Eight. Mitchell was named to the Albuquerque Sports Hall of Fame in 1991 and to the UNM Alumni Lettermen's Hall of . The Lobos appeared in the NAIA Basketball tournament one time with a record of 01. SHARE Why this former BYU coach is dumbfounded by Cougars' lack of success in league tourney. [55] The team frequently slowed their games to a crawl, with several league games ending with both teams scoring under 50 points, such as a win at Wyoming, 4038. [74][157] The Lobos began the 200708 season 142 before losing four of six in league; they then won eight of nine to close out the regular season. Several players left the team, some claiming abuse by Fraschilla. Media Guide 201314, pp.76,79. [43] After a string of road losses, the Lobos recovered to win six of seven and secure the WAC championship in a strong season for the league when five of eight teams were ranked at some point. [211] The upgrade reduced seating capacity to 15,411,[212] trading some seating for greater comfort and amenities. They compiled a 10230 (.772) record while making the NCAA tournament and winning in the first round all four years. The Lobos struggled to a 97 start before pulling together in league play, going 124 after winning their final five games to gain a share of the MWC title. They lost in the 2018 Mountain West Championship to San Diego State 82-75. [116] They later lost at #5 Arizona but beat undefeated, #3 Utah as Olney hit two three-pointers in the final moments, including the game winner at the buzzer. [6] Johnson arrived in 1920 after a successful athletic career at the University of Michigan. They finished the season with an 6-16 record. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Former Lobo basketball player and now Australian Rules Football player, Hugh Greenwood started his first season with the Gold Coast Suns this past year, and with the . [35] A memorable highlight of the season was the first game in a brief but intense rivalry with UNLV before the teams were in the same conference. McAfee signed with Weatherford College in Texas before transferring for one year with the University of Louisiana Rajun Cajuns in the 2020-2021 season. [29] Longley was again named All-WAC and finished his career as Lobo leader in scoring and rebounding, falling since to sixth in points and second in rebounds. The official name of the facilities became Dreamstyle Arena and Dreamstyle Stadium. 22-year-old Destiny McAfee is a former all-district basketball and volleyball player for the Lobos and graduated in 2019. [175] The MWC enjoyed its best season to date with four teams achieving national rankings and five making the NCAA tournament. Pitino. Ellenberger was fired on December 17, 1979, and the season continued with the remaining players not caught up in the scandal, along with several walk-ons. The Lobos returned to the NIT, losing to eventual champion Virginia Tech and finishing 216. The Lobos rose to #8 in the polls and won the MWC title. One team in the game will be named Team J.B. White in. [154][173][174] Williams, Snell, and center Alex Kirk led a balanced attack with seven players leading the team in scoring in individual games. [203] Contributing to the intimidating environment for visitors is the mile high elevation of The Pit,[199] emphasized to visiting teams with a message along the wall of the tunnel from the locker rooms down to the playing floor saying, "Welcome to the legendary Pit, a mile high and louder than"[204], The Pit has garnered praise as one of the top venues in college basketball from sports reporters, announcers, and opposing coaches. [163] In the second round the hobbled Lobos could not keep up with athletic, fast-breaking Washington. [40] They fell into a 610 slide, however, including 19 on the road, a chronic weakness of the Lobos under Colson, whose teams compiled a 2465 record in road games. Greene completed his career as the only Lobo ever to surpass 1,500 points, 600 rebounds, 300 assists, and 200 steals, averaging 16 points and six rebounds a game as a Lobo. [104] The team had relied heavily on three-point shooting, hoisting over 100 more attempts than in any previous season, making 39%. Alford applied a strict regimen and Giddens responded with a standout senior season, leading the team with 16 points and nine rebounds a game. [79] The Lobos scored over eighty points a game and set the team record for most total points in a season. In 1931, Lobo athletic teams began competing in the Border Intercollegiate Athletic Association, joining as a founding member along with other regional schools. They were ranked for much of the 197374 season, reaching #8, and again in 197778 when they peaked at #5. Starting center Greg "Stretch" Howard was ineligible due to an NCAA rule disallowing transfers to play in postseason games; without his 14 points and 10 rebounds a game, the Lobos' balanced attack withered, and Nelson was their only consistent offense. [221] The noise level of the boisterous fans, the intimacy created by seating extending to the edge of the court, and the elevation contribute to what Coach Dave Bliss termed "a Pit game. Updated: Feb 27, 2023 / 01:50 PM MST. Former University of Kansas and New Mexico Lobos basketball player Gethro Muscadin has died from injuries sustained in a one-car crash during the early-morning hours of Dec. 30, 2021.. The Lobos were ranked #10 and received a three-seed in the NCAA tournament, facing Harvard, but they again turned in a disappointing performance. The success of the Lobos under Bob King led to rapidly growing fan interest. [155][160] Versatile JC transfer Darington Hobson joined lone senior Roman Martinez, junior Dairese Gary, and eight sophomores and freshmen. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Former Lobo women's basketball player Miranda Sanchez died Monday. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Rusty Mitchell, who coached men's gymnastics at The University of New Mexico from 1966-99, passed away over the weekend at the age of 80. [155][156] Six other players averaged between seven and ten points as balanced scoring became a hallmark of Lobo squads under Alford. Petie Gibson. [23] Brown also won the Frances Pomeroy Naismith Award, given to the nation's top senior under six feet tall and gained an All-American Honorable Mention. [115] The Lobos were ranked #23 and received a seven-seed to play Kansas State. 2-Rob Robbins. [108] The Lobos started 112, with both losses to New Mexico State in close, exciting games. The Lobos have appeared in 19 National Invitation Tournaments with a combined record of 1820. [68] The callow Lobo squad led for much of the game, encouraged by a delirious crowd at The Pit. One former Lobo teammate from the 2017-18 season Troy Simons and another former Lobo who will be a teammate of Furstinger's this summer when the two are both playing for "The. [87] In the end, fans wanted more than Colson had managed to achieve, and despite the respect he had earned for rebuilding the program, the disappointment of failing to reach the NCAA tournament fueled support for a change. [82] The Lobos reached the final of the WAC tournament but lost to Wyoming, which went on to reach the Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA tournament. Brown is now head basketball coach at Volcano Vista High in Albuquerque. 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Page was the only consistent offensive threat on the team, averaging 28 points a game, still the Lobo record for best season average. For now, the Lobos have six returning scholarship players in guards Jeremiah Francis, Javonte Johnson and Saquan Singleton; and three forwards in Emmanuel Kuac, Rod Brown and Valdir Manuel. Smith is now second in career assists and third in career steals. Colson inherited a program under NCAA sanctions, with only three players remaining on scholarship. They then won 11 of 12, taking the WAC lead into the last month of the season. [57] Phil Abney and Russell Saunders were JC additions; Abney initially backed up Howard but later moved into the starting line-up. [107] Brown averaged 19.3 points a game, scoring over 30 four times, often in pivotal games, with a season-best 42; junior Marlow White averaged 17, senior Notch Neves 13, and promising freshman Charles Smith added over ten a game. [55][69] Despite the struggles of the team, attendance at The Pit actually improved in Colson's early years, remaining in the top four nationally.[46]. Hosting #18 Gonzaga, Douglas missed a pair of free throws to send the game into overtime, and the Lobos lost; point guard Marlon Parmer ripped teammates in the locker room, beginning a string of problems on court and off. [55], Before the 197778 season, Ellenberger installed what he called the "Equal Opportunity Motion Offense", a run-and-gun attack emphasizing picks and passing as players rotate through each position, taking advantage of his versatile, athletic lineup. Lobo said she was surprised . Media Guide 201314, pp.6769,87,94. [10] The Lobos won 165 games with Johnson as head basketball coach, a school record for over 30 years and currently third on its all-time list. As a part of Team USA during the 1996 Summer Olympics, Lobo won gold on one of the greatest basketball teams ever assembled. Smith was named All-WAC, and Colson was named WAC Coach of the Year. [98] Longley was the seventh player selected in the 1991 NBA draft, by Minnesota, and he went on to win three NBA championships as a starter for the Chicago Bulls (199698). [127] Attendance at The Pit remained in the top ten nationally during the Bliss years, finishing sixth in the nation twice and reaching its highest season average ever in 199798 at 17,625 per game. Will Webber. [23] The #21 Lobos received a five-seed in the NCAA tournament facing Long Beach State. Fran Fraschilla coached at New Mexico for three seasons, compiling a 5541 (.572) record with three NIT appearances. Media Guide 201314, p.99. Under Norm Ellenberger, the Lobos won WAC championships in 1974 and 1978 and compiled an overall record of 13462 (.684). His teams won twenty or more games and reached post-season tournaments in ten of his 11 seasons, and he coached the four leading scorers in Lobo history. The Lobos built a 15-point lead early in the second half, but their shooting touch again disappeared, missing their last ten three-pointers. [23] He finished with career averages of 19.8 points and 10.2 rebounds per game, and his 23 double-doubles in 196970 still stands as the Lobo season record. [167] He was joined by UCLA transfer Drew Gordon, who averaged 13 points and 10.5 rebounds, and the program's most successful freshman class to date, including starter Kendall Williams who scored 12 points a game. [74] The Lobos beat a good Arizona team before losing a close game to #1 Georgetown, led by Patrick Ewing, the first time the Lobos had faced a top-ranked opponent. The 196869 season began with high expectations and the Lobos ranked in the top ten, but they dropped out after a string of road losses. While Ellenberger was visiting this booster, in November 1979, he took a call on the tapped phone from assistant coach Manny Goldstein. "[198] Many fans were disappointed and outraged when Roberts was dismissed by KKOB in 2008. Gary Colson rebuilt the Lobo program virtually from scratch after Lobogate, restoring its integrity and eventually its success on the court. Four-year starting PG Phil Smith led those early teams, averaging 14 points, six assists, and two steals per game over his career, setting then-records for highest scoring freshman, most steals in a season, and most career assists. No players found. Roberts noted the noise level in The Pit as a challenge for a broadcaster: "There were a lot of times when I knew I was calling the game because my lips were moving, but I couldn't hear a thing I said. They beat Iowa and USC on the way to another showdown with #9 UNLV, losing a high-scoring game, then losing to #10 Arizona. They dropped their next four games on the road, however, including a one-point loss at #10 BYU. [133] He had left St. John's under murky circumstances, however, and worked as a broadcaster and scout during the preceding season. They lost in the first round to #14 Oklahoma State to finish 2010. [163], The 201213 Lobo squad was dominated by juniors and sophomores, though all were veteran contributors, including three returning starters. The Lobos jumped out to a 259 lead before the Wildcats chiseled away at the lead, cutting it to two late in the game. Colson's supporters pointed to the strong recruiting class he had coming in, arguing that his best teams were ahead of him, as well as to the integrity and academic success forged by Colson. [105] He was named MWC Player of the Year and finished his career as the fifth leading scorer in Lobo history. [62] The damage to the program was devastating, as it was forced to rebuild virtually from scratch, beginning in mid-season. Thomas tallied 1,158 points and 529 rebounds in his career and ranks third in career field goal percentage. 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