Media Guide 201213, pp.76,89. UNM left the Border Conference in 1951 to join the Mountain States Conference, then known as the Skyline Eight. [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. [41] In late February the Lobos were 213, ranked #15, and leading the WAC, before losing their last two games and finishing second in conference. He became the fourth leading scorer in school history at the time in just two seasons, set single season records for total points, season points per game (24.0), career points per game (21.9), and he scored a still-school record 50 points in a single game. The Lobos dropped their first two MWC games but then reeled off 15 straight wins their second longest winning streak ever[162] sweeping #10 BYU. He played professionally for eight seasons then coached in the NBA for eight more before joining Alford at Iowa. 6 Nevada in The Pit. [91] Smith led with 16 points and seven rebounds in his final game as a Lobo. New Mexico began playing New Mexico State in 1904, currently totaling over 200 games; they first played UTEP in 1929, with over 140 games total. Following a familiar pattern, the Lobos fell behind early then battled back. The other team will have numerous other former Lobos and other players from around New Mexico. Uguak is a 6-foot-7 starting senior forward . They were ranked for much of the 197374 season, reaching #8, and again in 197778 when they peaked at #5. After the 197172 season, assistant coach Norm Ellenberger was elevated to head coach, and King served as Assistant Athletics Director the next season. The Lobos have enjoyed exceptional success at The Pit, winning over 80 percent of their games and mounting home-winning streaks of over 20 games four times, with the longest of 41 straight in 199698. [164] Martinez was honored as an Academic All-American and received the NCAA Chip Hilton Player of the Year Award for outstanding character, leadership, integrity, and talent.[165][166]. [6][11] For many years, Johnson Gym was the most prominent feature of the UNM campus for those driving along Central Avenue in Albuquerque, part of historic U.S. Route 66. King then left to become head coach and Athletics Director at Indiana State University. Cleveland is as puzzled as anyone that the Cougars haven't won a conference tournament title since 2001. [116] Smith averaged 19.5 points a game and Shields added 14.5, while Thomas tallied 14.7 points and 7.8 rebounds a game, setting Lobo standards for freshmen. [143][144] A grim year for the program began with a severe spinal cord injury to guard Senque Carey, who would recover fully but never play again. [190] Before the 2017-2018 season started, 10 of the 15 players from the previous season either transferred, left the team, or graduated. Pitino. The Lobos started out 8-6 in the non-conference, including a win against in-state rival New Mexico State where the game was delayed due to a power outage at Pan American Center. Thomas was held to his worst game as a Lobo, scoring just one point. [62] The damage to the program was devastating, as it was forced to rebuild virtually from scratch, beginning in mid-season. [150] Versatile senior guard Mark Walters led the team with 16 points a game, but after winning four straight to build a 169 record, they lost four of five to finish 1713 and did not receive a post-season bid. [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. Early New Mexico basketball teams played in what became known as the Old Wooden Gym, where the walls were the out-of-bounds markers. Thomas had his best NCAA performance with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocks, while Long added 17 points and 12 rebounds and made the game-winning basket in the closing seconds. The Lobos compiled a 2214 record in WAC conference tournaments, reaching the final six times and winning the championship twice. The success of the program continued after King departed, winning WAC titles in 1974, 1978, and 1994, winning the conference tournament in 1993 and 1996, and regularly earning post-season tournament bids. Senior Willie Banks, an Albuquerque High product, led the team along with junior guards Ike Williams and Steve Logan and center Khari Jaxon. [225] New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson declared May 8, 2008 as "Mike Roberts Appreciation Day" in honor of the sportscaster. The Lobo players and fan base rallied around long-time associate head coach Craig Neal, hoping to maintain continuity, and he was hired to replace Alford. Ellenberger was named head coach in March 1972 after serving as an assistant under King since 1967. [148] After losing at Oral Roberts, they beat #20 Texas Tech and a Dayton squad that would go on to win the NIT. Ira Harge. The Lobos lost Daniels and Monroe to graduation and were picked in the 196768 preseason to finish last in the WAC. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Former University of New Mexico point guard Kelvin Scarborough has died. New Mexico joined the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) as a founding member before King's first season. [21] The Lobos started 111, losing at Texas Tech but beating #11 Arizona and rising to #11 themselves. They then won 12 of 13, including a win over #6 San Diego State to knot the MWC race, but they lost the title showdown at SDSU after squandering a large lead. [16] They were again invited to the NIT, where they lost to St. John's to finish 198. [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. [134][135], Before the 19992000 season, the Lobos and seven other teams left the WAC to form the Mountain West Conference (MWC). [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. They lost in the conference tournament but received a three-seed in the NCAA tournament. [172] The Lobos' strength of schedule powered them to a #2 RPI ranking, and they won a program-record 15 games away from The Pit. [148] Danridge was named All-MWC, and Alford was tabbed MWC Coach of the Year. [27] Instead, they started the season 170, rising to #6 before beating #5Utah in the Pit, propelling the Lobos to #4. 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. Only four scholarship players remained on the team, so a campus tryout filled out the roster with walk-ons. They have been regularly ranked from the 200910 through the 201314 seasons. They have won the MWC regular season championship and the conference tournament four times each. [212][219], At the start of each half during Lobo games at The Pit, fans continue to stand and clap their hands until both teams score a basket, adding pressure on teams that struggle to score for long stretches. Williams also finished first in Lobo history in career free throws made and attempted, and second in career minutes played. [229], Conference Season Championships (11: 5 WAC, 4 MWC, 2 Border), Conference Tournament Championships (6: 4 MWC, 2 WAC), NCAA Tournament Appearances (15: 816 record), Individual and team records are published in detail in the 201314 Lobo Media Guide.[230]. Virginia scored the last eight points of the game to take the lead, and the Lobos missed three shots at tying the game in the last 12 seconds, finishing the season at 238. Fraschilla felt he had his system and recruits in place going into the 200102 season, and Lobo fans were eager for the team to return to the NCAA tournament. 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 team began the season 112 but lost four straight, struggling on the road. Gary Colson rebuilt the Lobo program virtually from scratch after Lobogate, restoring its integrity and eventually its success on the court. He established regularly scheduled games against regional colleges, and in 1931 UNM joined the Border Conference as a founding member. 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. "[112][113], The 199495 season was a rebuilding year for the Lobos, who finished 1515 but won six of their last eight games. Lobo basketball fans will remember Kendall Williams from any number of Lobo highlights throughout his college career. [13] The team posted wins over Kansas and at Purdue and received a berth in the 1964 National Invitation Tournament (NIT) at Madison Square Garden in New York City. [23] Hobson was named as MWC Player of the Year and a third-team All-American. In addition to Daniels, other prominent players produced by the Lobo program include five-time NBA champion Michael Cooper, three-time NBA champion Luc Longley, NBA all-star Danny Granger, and Kenny Thomas. [146], Bradley transfer Danny Granger became eligible during the 200304 season and led the team with 19.5 points a game. They beat Iowa and USC on the way to another showdown with #9 UNLV, losing a high-scoring game, then losing to #10 Arizona. Scarborough (at 3rd) and Greene (tied for 4th) also remain among the all-time leaders for minutes played in a season. The Lobos had a roller-coaster season in 198990, buoyed by record-setting performances by Longley, Robbins, and McGee. [65] The team limped to a 622 record. [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. [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. The Lobos had four starters returning in 1985-86 until Greene was injured in the preseason. [152], Steve Alford coached the Lobos for six seasons, compiling a 15552 (.749) record with three NCAA tournament appearances, at least a share of four league titles, and two conference tournament championships. Media Guide 201314, pp.65,116. [12] The Lobos won as many games in his first two seasons as in the previous seven combined and went 11644 (.725) over his first six seasons. SF-Mike Winters. They got into foul trouble and could not stop George Washington's strong inside game, falling in an upset and finishing the season 247. [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. [104], The 199293 Lobos had an experienced core with Williams, Logan, and Jaxon returning as seniors. Elliott had an opportunity to put Arizona in the lead with a three-pointer with seconds remaining, but Greene blocked the shot to seal the win, the only time the Lobos have beaten a #1-ranked opponent. Williams was named conference tournament MVP; he and Jaxon were both named All-WAC. Ellenberger served as interim head coach at UTEP for a period when Haskins was ill. Bobbi Roquemore. The Lobos again relied on three-point shooting, attempting the most threes in school history while making nearly ten a game, leading the WAC. Fraschilla had lost the team: nine players had left the program or been dismissed during his tenure. Nevertheless, they have won at least one game in six of their last nine appearances. Mar. 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]. [122][123] Thomas averaged 17 points and nine rebounds, Shields 17 points and seven rebounds, and Long 14. The official name of the facilities became Dreamstyle Arena and Dreamstyle Stadium. In 1931, Lobo athletic teams began competing in the Border Intercollegiate Athletic Association, joining as a founding member along with other regional schools. "[199], The Lobo Howl is an event held initially on midnight of the first day the NCAA allows teams to practice. [149], McKay continued to attract strong transfer players, but discipline issues persisted in 200506. [80][81] The Lobos logged wins over Texas and Oklahoma State on the way to a 175 record. The day before the NCAA tournament began, UNM announced a 10-year contract extension with Alford; 10 days later, he resigned to take the head coaching position at UCLA. They went 7414 (.841) from 1967 to 1970, including a 273 season in 196970 in which they were ranked in the top five most of the year, culminating in a Final Four appearance. [55] The team finally broke through, winning another exciting game at UNLV, beginning a string of nine wins in its last ten games. The Lobos were ranked #11 and received a three-seed in the NCAA tournament, their best seed ever. There were a multitude of reasons for this. [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. The following season, 196364, the Lobos won their first WAC championship, led by Ira Harge, who King had recruited from a junior college in Iowa. In 197273, the Lobos raced out to a 90 record, including road wins at Oregon State and eventual Southwest Conference champion Texas Tech, leading to their first appearance in the national rankings in nearly four years. The judge deferred sentence for a year, noting that it was unfair for Ellenberger alone to bear culpability, and all counts were formally dismissed in 1983.[36][60]. [23] The Lobos returned to the NIT, losing at The Pit to Lamar and finishing the season 2411. 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 [195] Pitino inherited 6 transfers, including a trio of Power-5 talent in Jaelen House, Jamal Mashburn Jr., and Gethro Muscadin. The team was again defense-oriented, surrendering just 60 points a game and grinding out close wins, frequently coming from behind. Media Guide 201314, pp.7576,79. Road struggles kept the team from gaining momentum, a chronic problem as the Lobos went 843 in away games under McKay. While he initially relied on JC transfers to fill the roster, he also began the slow process of rebuilding the program around freshmen recruits, with a greater emphasis on academics. The Lobos swept #8 New Mexico State, with Gibson hitting a memorable last-second shot in the latter game, leading to a brief return to the national rankings. [50][51] Willie Howard was a talented inside player averaging 13 points and six rebounds a game, frequently providing explosive scoring off the bench. [187] Williams finished his career as the fifth leading scorer in Lobo history, third in assists, and the MWC career assists leader. "Bob King Court" was dedicated at formal ceremonies on December1, 1992, the 26th anniversary of the opening of The Pit. The teams were frequently ranked in national polls, giving their games a showdown quality extending beyond local bragging rights to the national stage. Howard led a young team, scoring 19.7 per game, with sophomores Willie Long and Petie Gibson beginning their runs as three-year starters. The Lobos became frequent participants in the NCAA tournament during the 1990s and have made 15 appearances overall, as well as 19 NIT appearances. Despite the scandal, Ellenberger managed to remain popular in Albuquerque, running a nightclub, appearing in TV commercials, and coaching the city's Continental Basketball Association team some fans even wanted him to be rehired as Lobo coach. [19][20] The Lobos reached #3 with an 111 record but then lost four straight and fell out of the rankings. [57] Phil Abney and Russell Saunders were JC additions; Abney initially backed up Howard but later moved into the starting line-up. [163] In the second round the hobbled Lobos could not keep up with athletic, fast-breaking Washington. [72] Top ten-ranked UTEP foiled the Lobos, however, sweeping their regular season match-ups and knocking them out of the WAC tournament. Like Petie Gibson, Scarborough became a long-time coach in Albuquerque, at. He also holds the team record for assists in a game (21). [115] The Lobos were ranked #23 and received a seven-seed to play Kansas State. Bairstow led with 24 points and eight rebounds, but the team shot poorly and their comeback fell short. But not to all former Lobos. [139] The Lobos lost to #13 Stanford in their opener but moved to 103 as Douglas led the way with 18 points a game. [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. [7][17], University Arena opened in 1966 but was soon nicknamed "The Pit" due to its innovative subterranean design, with the playing floor 37 feet below street level. [22][170] Williams and fellow sophomore Tony Snell scored in double figures. In the 2018-2019 season, Weir was reliant on four transfers from both Division 1 programs or junior college transfers, as well as returning senior Anthony Mathis. [109] The team was undefeated at home in conference and won a key road game at BYU to seal the league championship, led by a torrent of points from Brown. [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. Former Lobo men's basketball teammate George Scott recalls watching that game-winning dunk by 6-foot-1 Kelvin Scarborough over 6-8 Pat Durham: "Scar caught the ball at the opposite free throw. The following 59 pages are in this category, out of 59 total. Media Guide 201213, p.120. [2][3][4] The Pit opened in 1966 and the Lobos have been dominant playing there, winning over 80 percent of their games, while regularly placing among national leaders in attendance. [131] Yet, despite his success, Bliss faced mounting criticism from fans and the media for poor academic performance by his players, lax discipline, lightweight schedules, and the failure to advance to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament. His former players included future National Basketball . [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. [155][178] Snell was selected by Chicago with the 20th pick in the first round of the NBA draft. Former UNM assistant Brandon Mason announced on Tuesday the return of a Lobo alumni all-star game to be played July 11 in the Pit. The 199091 Lobos were again led by Longley averaging 19.1 points and 9.2 rebounds a game, with Robbins adding 14 points a game. [6] Johnson arrived in 1920 after a successful athletic career at the University of Michigan. On April 11, 2017, Paul Weir was named head coach of the Lobos. [35][87], Dave Bliss recorded the most wins as head coach in Lobo history, compiling a 246108 (.695) record, with seven NCAA tournament appearances and three trips to the NIT. They dropped their next four games on the road, however, including a one-point loss at #10 BYU. Lobo, who played at UConn from 1991-95, was at a pre-draft camp for WNBA players and she didn't have childcare for her six-month-old daughter. [12][17] In the 196566 season, Daniels averaged 21 points and 10 rebounds a game, and the Lobos raced out to an 111 record after beating #7BYU. No players found. The following table summarizes the records and accomplishments of the coaches before Bob King. Full New Mexico Lobos roster for the 2022-23 season including position, height, weight, birthdate, years of experience, and college. 25The Sweet 16 thus far remains elusive to Lobo basketball. Sophomore Smith led the team, scoring 16 points a game, while three freshmen Clayton Shields, David Gibson, and Royce Olney played extensively. They compiled a 10230 (.772) record while making the NCAA tournament and winning in the first round all four years. [209] The video clip of NC State coach Jim Valvano celebrating at the end of the game documents one of the most famous moments in NCAA basketball history and is a staple of NCAA tournament television coverage.[5]. Stoking the popularity of Lobo basketball by this time was the success of two longtime rivals. Fan criticism had reached a crescendo and attendance at The Pit had been dropping significantly. Johnson coached the UNM basketball team for all but two seasons from 1920 to 1940. They were upset in the first round by unranked Cal State Fullerton, however, in another disappointing tournament performance. [217] Human mascots, dubbed "Lobo Louie and Lobo Lucy", members of the cheerleading squad, roam The Pit during games rousing and entertaining fans. The Lobos won their fourth WAC championship with a 131 league record, losing only at ranked Utah, and entered the NCAA tournament ranked #5 and seeded second in the West Regional, with the opportunity to play in The Pit for the regional final with a win. Forward Johnny Brown turned in an All-WAC performance, but the other inside players were young, and the loss of Greene left a hole in the backcourt. [138][142] His father played at UNM for Bob King, but McKay had only coached for brief stints at Portland State, Colorado State, and Oregon State, with an 8389 career record. [75][76] The team slipped to 65 before winning eight out of nine, gaining a share of the WAC lead. [116] Douglas was an explosive scorer and led the team with 16 points a game. [154][173][174] Williams, Snell, and center Alex Kirk led a balanced attack with seven players leading the team in scoring in individual games. [70][71] The Lobos opened the season with two losses before beating USC and Washington and winning at #7 UCLA. The program thrived, and Ellenberger became a local celebrity, restaurateur, and man-about-town, earning the nickname "Stormin' Norman" for his flashy attire and fiery coaching style.[35][36][37][38][39]. [6] A decorated veteran who served in World Wars I and II, he was the UNM athletic director from 1920 to 1949. Cooper is among the best overall players ever produced by the Lobo program and was named an All-American in 1978. Based on this conversation, the FBI launched an investigation that led to a federal indictment of Ellenberger on seven counts of fraud and forgery of academic transcripts, though he was acquitted of those charges at trial. UNM released a statement on February 26, 2021, they will part ways with Weir at the end of the 202021 season. Like King, Ellenberger got off to a fast start in his first two seasons. Media Guide 201314, pp.67,73,87. [17][197], Attendance at Lobo games in The Pit has consistently been among the national leaders in college basketball, averaging over 15,400 fans per game since it opened. The Lobos won the WAC regular season championship in 1964, 1968, 1974, 1978, and 1994, and they won the conference tournament in 1993 and 1996. His cause of death has not been revealed but Scarborough . 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) The Lobos returned to the NIT, losing to eventual champion Virginia Tech and finishing 216. 197374 Western Athletic Conference season Summary, Johnson had established the school record at 46 points earlier in the season before his 50-point performance, which broke the WAC conference single-game record and earned him the. Media Guide 201314, pp.67,69,71,77,88. [224] He was an integral part of the Lobo fan experience, especially before most games were televised. With Thomas again slowed by foul trouble, the Lobos were outmatched inside and could not stop All-American Allen Iverson, who scored 20 in the second half. The NCAA investigation into the scandal found 34 violations of recruiting rules, and the Lobo program was placed on probation and banned from post-season appearances for three years. [19] Four starters averaged in double-figures in scoring, led by senior guard Ron Nelson at 19.5 points a game. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Snell paced the offense down the stretch, averaging 18 points a game and leading the Lobos to the MWC tournament championship. Bliss would identify the loss as a particular disappointment, believing that the Lobos were the better team. [91], Bliss inherited a strong nucleus of senior Charlie Thomas, junior Darrell McGee, and sophomores Luc Longley and Rob Robbins. [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. Will Webber. [55] [155][156] Six other players averaged between seven and ten points as balanced scoring became a hallmark of Lobo squads under Alford. They were ranked briefly in 1988 and 1993, then throughout 1996 to 1999. Lobo basketball first achieved national prominence under Bob King, who was previously an assistant coach at his alma mater, the University of Iowa. 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 . [19] Hardin led the way, averaging 17 points a game, and the team became the highest scoring Lobo squad to date at over 84 points a game. The early departure of Hobson left the Lobos with just one senior again in 201011: Gary led with 14 points and 5.5 assists a game, carrying the young team at times. The Lobos slumped to a 4236 record over the next three seasons. [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. So all time UNM team with NM players. This list may not reflect recent changes. (Journal illustration) Rob Robbins'. C-Daniel Santiago. [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. Student-athletes from both men's and women's squads participate and sign autographs for fans, and the event is used to attract recruits invited to attend. [23], The 197879 Lobo squad returned starters Abney and Saunders while adding another strong JC class including Larry Belin. [87] Former UNM AD John Bridgers believed Colson had never received the full support of the Lobo community. Petie Gibson. [126] Gibson finished as Lobo career leader in minutes played. [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. 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