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Lobos Defend Road Turf with 12-3 Win Over Rangers The Lobos maintained their undefeated start to the 1999 regular season by edging the Rangers 12-3 on the road in Week 2 play Sunday. Head coach Ivory Roberts' team improved to 2-0 overall and 1-0 in division games, while the Rangers fell to 1-1 and 0-1 in the division under Gerald Nishida. The Rangers opened the sco... Kenneth Dwight · El Paso Gazette · 9/12/1999
Bulls Push Their Early Momentum With a Convincing Win in Denver Jason Burton’s squad maintains a perfect start to the season with 26-14 road victory over Big Horns. The Bulls kicked off their 1999 campaign with everything clicking in the right direction as they cruised to a 26-14 win over the Big Horns in Week 2 on the road. Las Vegas head coach Jason Burton, fresh off an impressive opening-week performance, had his team looking sharp from the outset and kept defensive pressure... Jared Davis · Red Rock Herald · 9/12/1999
Lobos Edge Big Horns 17-10 in Season Opener Showdown A nail-biting first week victory ignites optimism for the Lobos as they build momentum under Coach Ivory Roberts. In their 1999 regular season opener, the El Paso Lobos kicked off the year with a gritty 17-10 home victory over the Big Horns, a win that sets a hopeful tone for the season ahead. With Coach Ivory Roberts at the helm, the Lobos showcased resilience and a balanced attack despite some early jitters and turnovers that... Marvin Pierce · El Paso Gazette · 9/05/1999
Bulls Shut Out Rainiers 24-0 in Week 1 Opener The Bulls started their 1999 regular season with a commanding 24-0 victory over the Rainiers on Sunday at home. Under the direction of head coach Jason Burton, the Bulls dominated on both sides of the ball en route to a shutout win. The scoring drive came early in the first quarter when James Sotelo powered in a 4-y... Lawrence Lopez · Red Rock Herald · 9/05/1999
Lobos Roar Loudly in Detroit: A 42-7 Statement Win to Send a Message Ivory Roberts' Lobos dismantle the Drive in a one-sided preseason rout, showcasing a dominant offense and suffocating defense. In a dazzling exhibition of gridiron might, the El Paso Lobos flattened the Detroit Drive 42-7 in a preseason Week 3 showdown that left no doubt who’s commanding this league’s attention. Head Coach Ivory Roberts orchestrated a masterclass, turning what could have been a cautious warm-up into a vicious statement of p... Henry Hevey · El Paso Gazette · 8/28/1999
Bulls Trample Kings 24-7 in Preseason Showcase, Burton’s Squad Shows Might Las Vegas Bulls dismantle the Atlanta Kings behind Griggs’ commanding arm and a suffocating defense, sending an early warning shot across the league. In a game where the preseason stakes should have still kept things checked, the Las Vegas Bulls came out with fire and determination, annihilating the Atlanta Kings 24-7 at Atlanta’s home turf on August 28th. Head coach Jason Burton’s Bulls not only secured a decisive victory but sent a roaring message: this team is... Cedric Tackett · Red Rock Herald · 8/28/1999
Lobos Dominate Stallions 40-6 in Preseason Week 2 Showdown Josef Smith hurls for 269 yards and a touchdown, while Lobos backfield delivers 212 rushing yards in commanding home victory. Efficiency reigned supreme for the Lobos as they dismantled the visiting Stallions 40-6 at Sun Bowl Stadium in their 1999 preseason Week 2 contest. Led by quarterback Josef Smith's career-best 269 passing yards, the Lobos showcased a balance in their offense that proved too much for Adrian Moore's Stallions to handl... Raymond Farnell · El Paso Gazette · 8/21/1999
Bulls Dominate Liberty with Sharp Tactical Execution in Preseason Week 2 Jason Burton's squad controls all three phases en route to a 30-0 shutout, showcasing versatility and precise adjustments throughout the game. In a commanding display of preseason form, the Las Vegas Bulls cruised to a 30-0 victory over the Liberty under the guidance of head coach Jason Burton. From the opening kickoff, the Bulls set the tone with a disciplined game plan that emphasized field position, balanced offensive sets, and a stifling defense. Jason... Pedro Brewer · Red Rock Herald · 8/21/1999
Lobos Dominate Tropics 27-3 in Preseason Opener Behind Ground Game and Defensive Pressure Ivory Roberts' Lobos showcase their potent rushing attack and suffocating defense in a commanding win over Eugene Hinson's Tropics. In the 1999 preseason opener, the El Paso Lobos flexed their offensive and defensive efficiency to rout the Tropics 27-3 on August 14. The Lobos controlled the line of scrimmage, with an imposing ground attack and relentless pass rush backed by disciplined special teams. El Paso's balance was clear from the outset.... Raymond Farnell · El Paso Gazette · 8/14/1999
Bulls Secure Defensive Preseason Win Over Federals, 17-3 A low-scoring, defensively dominated opening preseason game highlights Bulls’ promising ground game and disciplined special teams. Numbers often tell the story, and in Week 1 of the 1999 preseason, the Bulls made a statistical statement on the road, beating the Federals 17-3 in a contest defined by defensive prowess and efficiency in key moments. The Bulls’ ground game powered their offense, rushing for 163 yards on 35 carries, a stark contrast... Robert Steele · Red Rock Herald · 8/14/1999
Miners Clinch Dominant Defensive Victory Over Bulls in MFL Super Bowl Lexington's Miners showcase disciplined schemes and opportunistic defense to secure a 23-6 title win over the Bulls. In a game defined by defensive mastery and tactical execution, the Miners, led by head coach Robert Nickols, secured a convincing 23-6 victory over Jason Burton's Bulls in the MFL Super Bowl Championship. The Miners’ scheme-focused game plan, emphasizing pressure up front and opportunistic secondary play, effectivel... John Peterson · Bluegrass Ledger · 1/24/1999
Miners' Tactical Mastery Overwhelms Bulls to Claim MFL Super Bowl Championship Las Vegas Bulls' aggressive offensive scheme falters against Miners' disciplined pressure and opportunistic defense in season finale. In a game defined by strategic discipline and execution, the Las Vegas Bulls fell to the Miners 23-6 in the MFL Super Bowl Championship. Bulls head coach Jason Burton faced a staunch defensive front and well-coached Miners unit led by Robert Nickols, whose adjustments and defensive scheming stifled Las Vegas’ attemp... Pedro Brewer · Red Rock Herald · 1/24/1999
Lobos Come Up Short in Conference Championship, Fall 27-13 to Bulls El Paso's valiant push ends as the Bulls exploit key breaks to claim the win and advance. In a hard-fought Conference Championship battle that tested every ounce of determination, the El Paso Lobos fell 27-13 on the road to Jason Burton's Bulls. The Lobos, led by Head Coach Ivory Roberts, entered the game with momentum from a resilient season, but uncharacteristic mistakes and a stingy Bulls defense dera... Marvin Pierce · El Paso Gazette · 1/10/1999
Bulls Secure 27-13 Victory Over Lobos to Advance in Conference Championship The Bulls defeated the Lobos 27-13 in the conference championship game held at their home field on January 10, 1999. Under head coach Jason Burton, the Bulls established control early and maintained the lead throughout the game to earn their spot in the next stage. The scoring opened in the second quarter when Larry... Lawrence Lopez · Red Rock Herald · 1/10/1999
Lobos Dominate Pioneers 51-17 in Stat-Heavy Playoff Blowout El Paso’s Lobos put up a near-perfect offensive performance in the Divisional Round, with QB Josef Smith leading the charge in a comprehensive 51-17 victory over the Kansas City Pioneers. From the opening kickoff, the Lobos showcased an offensive efficiency that set the tone for the entire game, ultimately dismantling the Pioneers 51-17 at home in El Paso. In a rare playoff display where nearly every phase of the Lobos’ game clicked, El Paso’s 35 completions on 42 passing attempts for 368 yards and t... Raymond Farnell · El Paso Gazette · 1/03/1999