University Center Drive unveiling – VIDEO
 
University Center Drive unveiling – VIDEO

Swenson Street has been renamed University Center Drive after a four year effort by UNLV. (Mick Akers/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

UNLV basketball suffers first loss of the season – Game Highlights
 
UNLV basketball suffers first loss of the season – Game Highlights

UNLV junior guard Amauri Hardy’s career-high 27 points were not enough to help lift his team past Kansas State. The Runnin’ Rebels fell 60-56 in overtime to the Wildcats on Saturday evening. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss what went wrong in the final minutes for UNLV.

UNLV Basketball Wins First Game Under T.J. Otzelberger – Game Highlights
 
UNLV Basketball Wins First Game Under T.J. Otzelberger – Game Highlights

The Runnin’ Rebels opened up the season under new head coach T.J. Otzelberger with an 86-71 win over Purdue Fort Wayne on Tuesday night. Five players scored in double-digits, with Jonah Antonio and Mbacke Diong leading the pack with 17 points each. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson breakdown the win.

Christopher Prestipino pleads not guilty to all charges – VIDEO
 
Christopher Prestipino pleads not guilty to all charges – VIDEO

Christopher Prestipino of Las Vegas pleaded not guilty Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, to charges in the slaying of Esmeralda Gonzalez, a 24-year-old model, whose body authorities said was found encased in concrete. (Angus Kelly/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Rebel Nation: Countdown to UNLV Tip-off – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Countdown to UNLV Tip-off – Video

The Runnin’ Rebels return to action on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7 pm when the team hosts Purdue Fort Wayne. Rebel Nation crew Cassie Soto and Mark Anderson give their thoughts on the season ahead and discuss the players pre-game rituals.

Rebel Nation: What Happens to Tony Sanchez After 7th Loss? – Video
 
Rebel Nation: What Happens to Tony Sanchez After 7th Loss? – Video

UNLV football lost to Colorado State 37-17 on Saturday, marking the seventh loss of the season for the Rebels. After last year’s unsuccessful season, UNLV Athletic Director Desiree Reed-Francois said she expected bowl eligibility in Sanchez’ fifth season, but that cannot happen after Saturday’s loss. Rebel Nation crew Cassie Soto and Mark Anderson discuss what could be next for Sanchez should he be fired.

UNLV School of Medicine on track for accreditation – Video
 
UNLV School of Medicine on track for accreditation – Video

The UNLV School of Medicine took one more step toward full accreditation this week. The school received its provisional accreditation from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the accrediting authority for medical schools throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Former UNLV baseball coach Tim Chambers dies at 54 – Video
 
Former UNLV baseball coach Tim Chambers dies at 54 – Video

Former UNLV baseball coach Tim Chambers died Sunday night at the age of 54. The cause of death was not immediately known. Chambers coached the Rebels to a 157-132 record between 2011 and 2015. UNLV won the Mountain West regular-season championship in 2014 and advanced to the NCAA regionals in Corvallis, Oregon. Chambers was named conference Coach of the Year that season.

Rebel Nation: Recapping UNLV’s Blowout Loss to Fresno State – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Recapping UNLV’s Blowout Loss to Fresno State – Video

Five turnovers cost UNLV any chance of beating Fresno State on the road on Friday. The Rebels lost 56-27 against the Bulldogs and are 0-3 in conference play. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss the loss and preview UNLV basketball’s upcoming exhibition game.

Rebel Nation: Recapping UNLV’s Historic Win Over Vanderbilt – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Recapping UNLV’s Historic Win Over Vanderbilt – Video

For the first time in program history, UNLV football beat an SEC team on the road. The Rebels dominated Vanderbilt in the 34-10 victory on Saturday. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson breakdown how the Rebels were able to snap a four-game losing streak.

Rebel Nation: Rebels Suffer 4th Straight Loss, Oblad “Tired of Losing” – Game Highlights
 
Rebel Nation: Rebels Suffer 4th Straight Loss, Oblad “Tired of Losing” – Game Highlights

UNLV football suffered its fourth straight loss of the season to Boise State on Saturday, Oct 5, falling 38-13 to the Broncos. Freshman quarterback Kenyon Oblad made his first career start under center and after the game expressed his frustrations by saying “I’m tired of losing.” UNLV will next face Vanderbilt and as Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson explain, that game could be a win for the Rebels.

Rebel Nation: Rebels Fall Flat Against Cowboys on the Road – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Rebels Fall Flat Against Cowboys on the Road – Video

UNLV football is 1-3 after falling flat in Laramie, losing to the Cowboys 53-17. The Rebels will now prepare to host #16 Boise State on Saturday, Oct. 5. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss the loss, as well as preview the Scarlet and Grey basketball showcase.

Lawyer cancels gag order request for man accused of shooting his girlfriend – VIDEO
 
Lawyer cancels gag order request for man accused of shooting his girlfriend – VIDEO

Giovanni Ruiz was arrested four days after 19-year-old UNLV student Paula Davis was found shot to death inside her family’s van. Defense attorney Gabriel Grasso had filed a motion to prohibit police officers from speaking to the media about the case. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Rebel Nation: Did UNLV Football Hit Restart Button After Bye Week? – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Did UNLV Football Hit Restart Button After Bye Week? – Video

UNLV football is 1-2 so far this season, after back-to-back losses from Arkansas State and Northwestern. After the Arkansas State loss, head coach Tony Sanchez said he and his staff would re-evaluate the quarterback position after a rough start for Armani Rogers. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss who will likely start under center, as well as preview UNLV basketball.

UNLV falls 30-14 at Northwestern
 
UNLV falls 30-14 at Northwestern

Hunter Johnson’s 50-yard touchdown pass to JJ Jefferson late in the third quarter broke open a two-point game and helped Northwestern defeat UNLV 30-14 on Saturday.

UNLV’s first loss of season leaves questions at QB position
 
UNLV’s first loss of season leaves questions at QB position

UNLV football suffered its first loss of the season at home versus Arkansa State, 43-17. After the game, head coach Tony Sanchez spoke to media and said that he and his staff would likely evaluate the quarterback position, after starter Armani Rogers completed just 8 of 23 passes for 42 yards. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss the loss and what could happen with the quarterback position.

UNLV Football Set to Open Up 2019 Season Against Southern Utah – Video
 
UNLV Football Set to Open Up 2019 Season Against Southern Utah – Video

UNLV football is ready to open up its 49th and final season at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday, August 31 versus Southern Utah. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson preview the season opener, as well as discuss how UNLV’s “Faithful Fan Pricing” has helped ticket sales this year.

UNLV Football Practices in Full Pads for the First Time – Video Highlights
 
UNLV Football Practices in Full Pads for the First Time – Video Highlights

UNLV football practiced in full pads for the first time on Tuesday evening, after quick rainfall hit Sam Boyd Stadium. Head coach Tony Sanchez says he didn’t really see any more intensity from his guys than he does when the team is not padded, and is happy that they are always high-energy players.

Rebel Nation: Recapping Mountain West Media Days – Video
 
Rebel Nation: Recapping Mountain West Media Days – Video

The 2019 Mountain West Media Days have officially wrapped up and one of the biggest news items to come out of the event was the preseason predicted order of finish. This season, UNLV was predicted to finish 5th in the West behind defending MW champs Fresno State, San Diego State, UNR and Hawaii. Rebel Nation host Cassie Soto and Rebels beat writer Mark Anderson discuss the predicted finish, as well as preview UNLV’s upcoming season.

UNLV Football’s Armani Rogers Ready for Redemption – Video
 
UNLV Football’s Armani Rogers Ready for Redemption – Video

UNLV junior quarterback Armani Rogers is ready for redemption, after sitting out six games last season due to a foot injury. Rogers was injured just four games into the season last year, versus Arkansas State, and looks to prove himself this year when his team plays the Red Wolves again on September 7.

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