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Bulls Secure Second Straight Win Behind Tactical Mastery in Defensive and Special Teams Battle Jason Burton's squad holds off Kings 14-12 in a tightly contested contest, featuring pivotal turnovers and field position control. In a fiercely competitive Week 2 clash at home, the Bulls edged the Kings 14-12, improving to 2-0 and cementing their divisional lead under head coach Jason Burton. This game was a clear showcase of Burton's emphasis on defensive discipline and special teams execution, which ultimately dictated the flow and outcome... Pedro Brewer · Red Rock Herald · 9/13/1998
Lobos Struggle to Contain Rockets’ Special Teams in Week 2 Loss Despite strong individual efforts, Lobos fall 28-14 at home and face early divisional challenges under Coach Ivory Roberts. The El Paso Lobos faced a tough challenge on September 13th as they hosted the Rockets in a pivotal Week 2 clash of the 1998 regular season. Under the watchful eye of Head Coach Ivory Roberts, the Lobos fought hard but ultimately succumbed to a 28-14 defeat that highlights growing pains and continuity issues the tea... Marvin Pierce · El Paso Gazette · 9/13/1998
Tropics Edges Big Horns 10-9 in Defensive Standoff The Big Horns fell to the Tropics 10-9 at home in a Week 2 regular season contest on September 13, 1998. The game featured a defensive battle with limited scoring opportunities and both teams struggling in the red zone. Big Horns head coach Keith Huskey's team struck first with a second-quarter touchdown. Quarterbac... Jason Hudson · South Platte Gazette · 9/13/1998
Bulls Defeat Big Horns 17-2 in Season Opener The Bulls opened their 1998 regular season with a 17-2 road victory over the Big Horns on September 6, asserting early dominance in Week 1. The Bulls' defense set the tone, forcing the game’s first score with a safety in the opening minute, credited to linebacker Vern Aaron tackling James Sotelo in the end zone to g... Lawrence Lopez · Red Rock Herald · 9/06/1998
Big Horns Stumble Out of the Gate: Bulls Dominate Mile High in Season Opener A woeful offensive showing and defensive miscues doom the Big Horns to a lopsided 17-2 loss against divisional rivals Bulls in Monday night’s kickoff. If you thought Week 1 was going to be a confident stride into the season for the Big Horns, you were dead wrong. The Denver squad, under the watchful eye of coach Keith Huskey, laid an utter dud at home, dropping a 17-2 decision to the Bulls, a divisional nemesis that flipped the script decisively in this first tast... Robert Lane · South Platte Gazette · 9/06/1998
Lobos Dominate Cowboys 47-3 in Week 1 Blowout The Lobos opened their 1998 regular season schedule with a commanding 47-3 victory over the Cowboys at home on Sunday. Under head coach Ivory Roberts, the Lobos controlled the game from start to finish, improving to 1-0 overall and 1-0 in the division. The Cowboys, led by Francis Fairbank, fell to 0-1. Quarterback J... Kenneth Dwight · El Paso Gazette · 9/06/1998
Big Horns Edge Past Lakers 13-3 in Tight Preseason Battle Denver's defense shines as the Big Horns build momentum with a controlled victory on the road in Week 3. DENVER — The Big Horns continued their steady preseason climb under head coach Keith Huskey with a hard-fought 13-3 victory over the Lakers on Saturday night in Chicago. With both teams still sorting through lineups and finalizing roles, the outcome underscored the growing rhythm and defensive toughness the Big Horn... Valentine Marsh · South Platte Gazette · 8/29/1998
Bulls Edge Racers 24-19 in Preseason Showdown Behind Balanced Attack and Stifling Defense Las Vegas Bulls improve to 2-1 in preseason with a 24-19 road victory over the Racers, highlighting efficient offense and opportunistic defense. Statistically, the Las Vegas Bulls showcased a balanced and efficient game plan under head coach Jason Burton that ultimately led them to a 24-19 victory over William Parker’s Racers on August 29, 1998. Despite a modest passing output of 194 yards and two passing touchdowns by quarterback Garry Griggs, the Bulls lea... Robert Steele · Red Rock Herald · 8/29/1998
Lobos Outscheme Steamers in Tactical Preseason Victory El Paso's Lobos demonstrate disciplined execution and key adjustments to secure a 19-11 win over New Orleans Steamers in preseason week three. In a defensive and special teams-driven preseason showdown, the Lobos edged the New Orleans Steamers 19-11 under the strategic eye of head coach Ivory Roberts. The game showcased a fascinating battle in scheme adjustments, execution, and situational football that gave El Paso an early upper hand in the 1998 campaign... David Barke · El Paso Gazette · 8/29/1998
Bulls Storm Past Rush in Preseason Sparkler: A Statement in Week 2 Jason Burton’s Bulls showcase power ground game and clutch kicking to dominate the Rush 26-14 in a commanding preseason performance. Las Vegas Bulls fans had every reason to roar last night as their team slammed the door on the Rush with a 26-14 victory at home in Preseason Week 2. This was no ordinary tune-up game – this was a statement. Coach Jason Burton’s squad unleashed a bruising running attack and reliable kicking that left the Rush flaili... Cedric Tackett · Red Rock Herald · 8/22/1998
Lobos Shut Out Kings 22-0 in Preseason Week 2, Building Momentum for 1998 Campaign El Paso's Lobos dominate defensively and find offensive rhythm to secure a convincing shutout over the visiting Kings in their second preseason matchup under Coach Ivory Roberts. In a commanding performance that bodes well for the regular season, the Lobos improved their preseason slate with a 22-0 victory over the Kings at Sun Bowl Stadium on August 22. Head Coach Ivory Roberts' squad displayed a blend of defensive toughness and offensive skill that kept the Kings scoreless while steadily b... Marvin Pierce · El Paso Gazette · 8/22/1998
Big Horns Deploy Ground-Control Scheme to Shut Down Rush in 19-3 Preseason Victory Keith Huskey’s squad leverages a dominating rushing attack and disciplined defense to control pace and limit Rush’s offensive opportunities in Week 1. In their 1998 preseason opener, the Big Horns executed a tactically sound game plan under Head Coach Keith Huskey to secure a 19-3 road victory over the Rush, a matchup that illustrated the effectiveness of a ground-control offense paired with a disruptive defense. From the outset, Huskey favored a run-heavy approac... Ricky Bradish · South Platte Gazette · 8/15/1998
Bulls Start Preseason Strong with 24-10 Victory Over Flyers Jason Burton’s squad showcases dominant defense and ground game in Week 1 preseason opener. The Bulls opened the 1998 preseason on the right foot, cruising past the Flyers 24-10 in a game that underscored the continuity and momentum Coach Jason Burton has been building. While preseason games often come with more questions than answers, the performance in Toronto offered plenty of encouraging signs as the B... Jared Davis · Red Rock Herald · 8/15/1998
Lobos Roar Loud in Preseason Opener with a Crushing 45-3 Win Over Tropics Ivory Roberts’ Lobos send a fierce warning in preseason week one, dismantling the hapless Tropics in a show of dominance on both sides of the ball. If there was any doubt about Ivory Roberts' Lobos readiness heading into the 1998 season, consider those notions obliterated following their earth-shattering 45-3 dismantling of the Tropics in their preseason opener. This was no mere warm-up — it was a statement painted in bold, bruising strokes. From the jump, the... Henry Hevey · El Paso Gazette · 8/15/1998
Big Horns’ Tactical Struggles in MFL Super Bowl Result in Narrow 34-27 Loss to Generals Despite solid offensive yardage and a resilient bid, Gale Knox's game plan fell short against Timothy Villarreal's balanced attack. In the 1997 MFL Super Bowl Championship, the Denver Big Horns, under the tactical direction of head coach Gale Knox, fell 34-27 to the New York Generals, led by Timothy Villarreal. The game was a showcase of contrasting schemes and in-game adjustments, with the Big Horns' aerial assault being met by the Generals' mu... Ricky Bradish · South Platte Gazette · 1/25/1998