Troy Brown Jr is the best! Coordinated to give new Nike shoes at back to school fair in North Las Vegas. Kids feel better about themselves in new kicks and ready to learn. So proud of the man he’s become! Wizards going to love this kid.
#vegasstrong
@Troy_Brown33
@LVProspects
Dave Rice, the most loyal Rebel in program history, here to support Anderson Hunt. Something about winning a natty together that creates a lifelong bond.
@TheRunninRebels
Name for UNLV job: DeMarco Murray, the RBs coach at Oklahoma. Legend from Gorman, close with the Fertittas, has recruited top players out of Vegas, learned under Lincoln Riley, and was NFL POY. Source says he’s always wanted to return home.
What a community we have! When
@UNLVathletics
learned Valley, Rancho and Clark lost home field for the season, they coordinated to have all 3 teams play at Sam Boyd in late September. So cool. Kids, mostly underprivileged, were devastated to lose home games. Now get to play SBS
Here's all you need to know about UNLV football: Coach Odom and his staff have been to EVERY Vegas high school — multiple times. They have built good-will and are well liked. The result: Wednesday, 7 locals will sign with program.
#unlvfb
#sunstandout
UNLV greats Freddie Banks and Robert Smith will have their jerseys retired. Awesome job by
@TheRunninRebels
honoring two of the program’s GOATs. As a kid, we all wanted to shoot like Freddie. “If you are looking for Freddie Banks, he’s hanging out at 3-point line!”
#UNLVmbb
Raiders dropped off some gear for Valley HS football in Las Vegas. Much needed! The charity of the
@Raiders
has been second to none for local schools. Can’t wait for 2020
#sunstandout
As we celebrate Liberty’s win, let’s not forgot about Gorman’s amazing run. Gaels elevated the Vegas brand of HSFB to pave way for many to get scholarships.
10 State titles
3 national championships
55 straight wins
9 All-Americans
1 National POY
#sunstandout
How did the
@UNLVLadyRebels
win 26 games and the Mountain West? It’s simple: Four Las Vegas products led the way!! Local kids are motivated by representing the community they grew up in and that developed them. Other UNLV programs should take note.
UNLV hired one of us to be its new women’s coach. Way to go, Lindy La Rocque. Covered her at Durango HS, where she played for her dad, Al. Al is the GOAT. The La Rocque family one of the notable Vegas baller families. Watch the Vegas-to-UNLV pipeline grow. Congrats
@UNLVathletics
Met Mike Uzan when he was coaching his alma mater, Eldorado. Sons Cap and Milos would shoot on the baskets at halftime. Time flies! Mike, now at Desert Pines, is retiring after two decades and three state titles. Loved his pressure D, passion for kids.
#sunstandout
@DP_Basketball
Tony Sanchez was the right hire at the right time for UNLV. He made football a priority for university; he got people to invest in football — a true investment for first time in program. Whenever the Rebels start winning let us all remember it was because of Tony’s vision.
The Fertitta Football Complex Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is underway!
We are so excited to open this state of the art facility and celebrate those that made it possible.
UNLV DBs coach Akeem Davis visited Bonanza, Clark and Spring Valley on Friday and made a strong impression. So,
@Da_DREAM47
in one afternoon BY HIMSELF recruited Vegas better than the previous staff in 3 years. This is how you make
@unlvfootball
a community program!
UNLV will retire Anderson Hunt's No. 12 jersey on Nov. 11 vs. Stetson. Honoring Hunt, the Final Four MVP, is another great step by Kruger in reaching back to program's past successes. It was a special, special time on Maryland Parkway that many of us were fortunate to witness.
How cool is this? Arbor View DT Tai Tuinei verbally committed to UNLV last week at 7-on-7 event. He's the first to give pledge while inside the new Fertitta Athletic Training Center. The upgrades at UNLV are huge. Rebels soon to be MW power. Tuinei and others will be champs.
#UNLV
Liberty coach Muraco going for his 100th career win tonight when the Patriots take on Coronado. What he has built at Liberty is nothing short of amazing. From bottom 10 in Las Vegas to top-20 in nation. Way to go,
@muraco_lhs
and
@Libertyotball
#sunstandout
Alofa would always ask me how I was doing. That always struck me as odd that a teenager would go out of his way to greet me. I learned yesterday that was how Alofa treated all. I’m saddened by his passing and warmed by the many comments of his character. He was a leader of men.
Seeing Rhamondre Stevenson score a TD for Oklahoma warms my heart. Vegas kid could have easily quit on FB dream. No offers out of Centennial, sat out a year and honed craft at JC. I remember when he took it to the house vs Gorman. So much talent! Congrats,
@dreeday32
Dude won the only game that matters. Also changed culture of program and set Rebels up for future successes. Whoever inherits program will have a quick flip. Way to
@UNLVSanchez
@unlvfootball
How do you build a nationally ranked team at UNLV? Follow the Lady Rebels' lead and recruit locals. Desi-Rae Young (Desert Oasis) and Essence Booker (Spring Valley) are two of league's finest. We have plenty of homegrown talent; keep them home!
What a journey! My wife became a citizen of the United States of America today in an absolutely beautiful ceremony. So proud of her. She’s everything that makes this country great — a good…
Another Vegas kid will get a chance in the league. Came to UNLV, PLAYED all four years and has a chance to be a pro. Just like Hughes Jr. from Palo, who signed with Jags. Stay home; see the field. Beats sitting at Power 5. ... my 2 cents!
UNLV announces women’s basketball coach Kathy Olivier is stepping down. While the Rebels never played in the NCAAs in her 12 years, many athletes graduated and her players were great members of our community. She’s a UNLV grad, and did her alma mater well. She’s a Rebel for life
Great meeting the new
@unlvfootball
head ball coach
@Coach_Odom
Thank you for visiting Faith Lutheran today & sharing your genuine vision on recruiting
@702HSFB
players!
Family photo of
@TheRunninRebels
alumni at Jarvis Basnight’s memorial service.
Freddie and Anderson in the same photo. We could debate for hours about who was the better 3-point shooter. Love those Runnin’ Rebels of UNLV.
Been covering prep a long, long time in Vegas. Can’t remember anyone putting this kind of beating on Gorman, let alone in the House of Glory. Congrats, Liberty
Way to go
@MarckellX
on graduating with a degree in criminal justice from
@unlv
in 3.5 years. A true leader, on and off the field. The original Desert Pines Product has set the bar high for others following him
@DP_JagsFootball
#sunstandout
Build that fence, T.J Otzelberger! New Rebel coach and assistants are recruiting Las Vegas hard. Spent time at Coronado HS tonight, where Jaden Hardy, Isaacs and Martinez each have offers. Would love to more locals staying home.
@Coronadohoops
@TheRunninRebels
When Karen Weitz opened Centennial, Vegas teams hadn't beat Reno in nearly 20 years at state. When Grant Rice took over Gorman, Durango and others were better. Now both are national brands. This photo (thanks Facebook) is awesome. Two legends with a ton of respect for each other.
Anderson Hunt says he’s working to get LJ, Stacey and Greg Anthony to return to UNLV. They, obviously, aren’t happy with how the school has treated its coaches.
Someone on Maryland Parkway should be so aggravated with results that they figure it out. Can’t have the top facilities in MW, and do this every year. Should be talking about NCAA Tourney and moving to Power 5, and not which transfers to target in portal to again remake team
Learned tonight that Pookie was shot and killed on the eastside in late Feb. Heart hurts. Life is precious. This kid was an absolute sweetheart. I’ll be thinking of him and his loved ones, and everyone at Sunrise Mountain.
Props to
@UNLVathletics
for its basketball hire. Important to keep the job in the family. Kevin is a Rebel thick and through, respected by alumni and understanding our the program's history. He'll put butts in the seats.
@TheRunninRebels
Here’s John Molchon getting his
@FL_Ftball
jersey retired this week. He’s joined by former teammate Clayton Rhodes. Our
@LasVegasSun
photo from 2014 and 2020. John and Clayton are two legends at Faith. Their friendship a powerful reminder of why HS sports rock.
@faithlutheranlv
Dad enjoying his first
@TheRunninRebels
game of the year. Season ticket holder from Convention Center days but can’t make it up stairs at Mack. Thanks for coming to Henderson!
UNLV gets QB commit for 2020 from J Serra in Cali. And it’s a good one: Kid also has offers from Kansas and Utah. He’s a pro-style QB who is 6-5 and 210 pounds. Room to add bulk. Great get. Depth at position, finally
#unlvfb
Kevin Soares, who many consider the city's best high school basketball coach, is back. He's the new coach at Bonanza High School, which is a perfect fit. Old-school Las Vegas institution being coach by 702 native. Good luck,
@sorbet3030
#sunstandout
How cool is this? T.J. Otzelberger wrote a column for today’s
@LasVegasSun
: Runnin’ Rebels will be reflection of Las Vegas, coach vows. .
@TheRunninRebels
Friday nights won’t be the same without Donald Hawkins calling games. He was a friendly face on the referee crew and a complete pro. I never knew his name, but I knew that smile. Sorry to hear of his unexpected passing. SNOA lost a good brother, friend. Rest easy.
Those kids from Canyon Springs brought it tonight in a 28-27 overtime win against Faith Lutheran. They gave it all for coach Gus McNair, who two weeks ago lost his teenage son. Funeral was this week. I admire Gus for his faith, and I know how meaningful tonight was.
#sunstandout
Nice to see Mrs. Lois Tarkanian at the Thomas & Mack Center for celebration of 1977 Final Four team. She loved her husband’s UNLV players, and they still adore her.
#UNLVmbb
Look at all of this red. Las Vegas, in fact, very much loves the Runnin’ Rebels of UNLV. Just took
@Coach_Odom
working his magic to wake up the masses.
#unlv
Congrats to Hunkie Cooper on being selected to the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame. He's an indoor football great. More important, he changed lives at Canyon Springs HS. He always looked out for North LV kids. Can't wait to celebrate someone from Las Vegas HSFB!
#sunstandout
Just spotted Lon Kruger at Las Vegas airport. He’s flying Southwest like the rest of us and carrying his wife’s bag. Truly one of our community’s greats. Glad he’s back home.
#UNLVMBB
Las Vegas native Noah Robotham will be the face of UNLV basketball this season.
@TheRunninRebels
couldn't have asked for a better ambassador to promote their program. This reaction to seeing himself on a billboard on 215 Beltway says it all. More Monday
@LasVegasSun
#unlvmbb
Awesome helmet design by
@Libertyotball
!! Patriots will play in Utah, California and Texas this year, representing our state every step of the way!
#sunstandout
UNLV sends OC + QB coach for Sunday home visit with Liberty’s Kenyon Oblad, a three-star recruit and state’s all-time leading passer. There’s a mutual affection; Rebs putting on full-court press. Would be a HUGE get
#unlvfb
Just another local killing it for
@unlvfootball
!
Props to
@JULIOCHATO75
for being named to the Wuerffel Trophy Watch List for players who serve others, celebrate their positive impact on society, and inspire greater service. Chato makes the world a better place.
UNLV quarterback Kenyon Oblad back at Liberty with the Extra Yard for Teachers program. His favorite teacher, Mrs. Burdett, got season tickets and swag. KO a rock star at
@Libertyotball
; same with Mrs. Burdett
Next Friday, UNLV greats Anderson Hunt and Larry Johnson will sign free autorgraphs from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. inside the Arizona Ballroom at the Gold Coast.
#UNLVmbb
Happy 69th to
@TheRunninRebels
great Robert Smith. More than 150 friends showed up at Boulder Creek to celebrate the greatest shooter in UNLV history. He’s so loved that players from many generations traveled in: Danny Tark (80s), Evric Gray (90s), Ben Carter (2010).
Players with ties to Las Vegas will be well represented in the NFL this season. Here’s a list of locals who made a roster or were signed to a practice squad. Did I miss anyone?
Congrats to Green Valley High’s Brian Castro on a great run as the Gators’ coach. Got the most of the program and always advocated for his players. Love the GV Knights feeder program and how he made winning Henderson Bowl a priority. He’s one of the good men in Vegas HSFB.
Both UNLV coach Menzies and assistant Laird at Liberty for Patirots showdown with Coronado. It’s a battle of top UNLV targets — Strawther va Hardy. Gym is slammed. Ton of energy.
#UNLVMBB
#sunstandout
Zaon is the best defender I’ve covered in 20-plus years . He’s also a damn good passer. And he’s a winner. A Collins-Uzan backcourt would be program-changing for UNLV.