Rebel Forces Unite Aug 8, 2008
LAS VEGAS - For the first time during camp the UNLV football team practiced as a full unit, with veterans and rookies going through 22 five-minute periods on a hot morning at Rebel Park. "It is great to have the team together," UNLV head coach said. (Unlvrebels.com)
No break a big break for Quinton Pointer Aug 7, 2008
By Rebel Nation EditorDate: Aug 6, 2008 There was some good news on the injury front for the UNLV football team on Wednesday afternoon. Thats if you can call losing your top cornerback for only two to four weeks good news. (RebelReport.com)
BIG Additions For Rebel D-Line Aug 7, 2008
LAS VEGAS - With two practices turned in by the UNLV football team, Wednesday's news was dominated by an injury situation at Rebel Park. Sophomore defensive back (Cape Coral, FL/Mariner HS) suffered a dislocated elbow in a collision with another defensive player during a 7-on-7 pass skeleton drill in the morning. (Unlvrebels.com)
A Mix Of New And Old Aug 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football veterans and rookies took the field together for the first time on Tuesday, as head coach divided his charges into Scarlet and Gray squads for two practices at Rebel Park. Scarlet went through 20 five-minute periods in the morning while the Gray closed out the day with a 20-period practice in the evening. (Unlvrebels.com)
Newly Designed Football Uniforms Unveiled Jun 28, 2008
LAS VEGAS - Sporting newly designed uniforms, three UNLV football seniors put the team's fresh look on display for the first time at Thursday's photo shoot on campus. With the local media invited along, team leaders (WR, Anchorage, Alaska), Frank "The Tank" Summers (RB, Oakland, CA) and (DL, Las Vegas, NV), modeled the 2008 home jerseys and pants for photographs that will be used in the team's upcoming promotional materials. (Unlvrebels.com)
The Cleveland Trio May 6, 2008
LAS VEGAS - Perhaps a name change to the Cleveland Rebels is in the works for a certain NFL team in Ohio as the Browns Monday announced the signing of a third UNLV football alumnus. Former Rebel cornerback beat the odds and was signed by the AFC team after emerging from a weekend tryout of 54 players, including a slew of DBs, looking for a home. (Unlvrebels.com)
Pope Joins UNLV Staff May 2, 2008
Longtime coach Kenith Pope rounds out the 2008 UNLV football staff. HEADLINES. (Unlvrebels.com)
Click here for more info on the Spring Game/BBQ Apr 11, 2008
UNLV football will hold its first spring practice of the year on Monday, March 10 to begin a 15-session schedule that culminates with a traditional spring game at Sam Boyd Stadium on April 18 ... Also, UNLV football alumni are invited to join the coaching staff on campus for a social event before the scrimmage on Friday, April 11 ... Please call the UNLV football office at (702) 895-3400 for more information and to RSVP.. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebels Return To Action Apr 8, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football ran through 20 five-minute periods on a sunny afternoon at Rebel Park following the weekend off, and the Rebels are hitting the home stretch as the team starts it fourth week of spring drills. And with three weeks in the book and less than two remaining, a pair of Rebel quarterbacks are starting to separate themselves from the rest of the pack. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebels' Week Ends With Scrimmage Apr 5, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football wrapped up the third week of spring practice with a 12-period practice followed by a team scrimmage that was open to the public. With dozens of fans and high school coaches on hand at a windy Rebel Park, all four quarterbacks currently on the depth chart took their time running the UNLV offense while being live to contact. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV-Wyoming Game Moves To A Thursday Apr 4, 2008
LAS VEGAS - The UNLV football team's final home game of the 2008 season, originally set for Nov. 15, has been moved to Thursday Nov. 13 in order for it to be televised nationally by CBS College Sports Network, the Mountain West Conference and the two schools involved announced ... Orders will be taken and seat locations will be assigned based on order of receipt once the renewal deadline for Rebel Athletic Fund members and all current UNLV football season tickets holders (May 30) has passed ...... (Unlvrebels.com)
2008 Rebel Football Schedule Released Apr 2, 2008
LAS VEGAS - The UNLV football team will celebrate its 40th anniversary season by hosting seven regular-season home games for the first time since 1979 as the Mountain West Conference released its complete 2008 schedule on Tuesday ... Orders will be taken and seat locations will be assigned based on order of receipt once the renewal deadline for Rebel Athletic Fund members and all current UNLV football season tickets holders (May 30) has passed ... 2008 UNLV FOOTBALL TICKET INFORMATION. (Unlvrebels.com)
Q School For Rebels Apr 1, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football returned to the fields on Monday for a 24-period spring practice on a gorgeous Las Vegas spring day. THE BLACK JERSEY. (Unlvrebels.com)
Short Scrimmage Highlights Rebel Practice Mar 29, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football wrapped up the second week of spring practice with 24 five-minute sessions on a perfect Friday morning at Rebel Park, and the final six periods featured the first live scrimmage of the spring. The offense lined up and went at the defense for close to 32 plays to close out the practice, and there were several highlights on both sides of the line during the high-energy scrum. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV Back At 'Em Mar 25, 2008
LAS VEGAS - Following taking a week off for Spring Break, the UNLV football team returned to Rebel Park on Monday to dig into the meat of spring practice. Suited up in full pads, the Rebels enjoyed gorgeous spring weather for what was the fourth of 15 scheduled sessions. (Unlvrebels.com)
Full Gear For Rebels Mar 15, 2008
LAS VEGAS - After two days of shorts and T-shirts, the UNLV football team took on a new look in the third day of spring practice at Rebel Park, putting on pads for the first time for Friday's session. Enjoying a pleasant March morning, the Rebels went through 25, five-minute periods in a spirited practice that saw the intensity pick up with the addition of full gear. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebels Kick Off Spring Practice Monday Mar 5, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football will hold its first spring practice of the year on Monday, March 10 to begin a 15-session schedule that culminates with a traditional spring game at Sam Boyd Stadium on April 18 ... Also, UNLV football alumni are invited to join the coaching staff on campus for a social event before the scrimmage on Friday, April 11 ... Please call the UNLV football office at (702) 895-3400 for more information and to RSVP.. (Unlvrebels.com)
Football Foursome Set For Aloha Bowl Jan 12, 2008
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football will have plenty of representation at Saturday's Hula Bowl postseason all-star game as three Rebel coaches and one player will be on the sidelines for the West (Kai) team. Head coach is coaching the West team along with Oregon State's Mike Riley and Sanford added UNLV assistant coaches and to the game's staff. (Unlvrebels.com)
Western Carolina Names Dennis Wagner Head Football Coach Jan 1, 2008
" Wagner spent the last four seasons at Nebraska leading the Cornhusker offensive linemen during the program's transition from the option-based offensive attack to the West Coast offense. In his first season in Lincoln, Wagner's prot;g;s cleared the way as the Husker offense averaged 176 yards rushing and 187 yards passing per game in its first season away from the option ground attack. In 2005, the Nebraska line made significant gains in setting up the passing game. It helped first-year... (Catamountsports.com)
Great Gridder Grads Dec 29, 2007
Ten UNLV football players earn degrees at December Commencement ... LAS VEGAS - No less than 10 UNLV football players earned their degrees at the Dec. 21 graduation ceremony held at the Thomas Center. (Unlvrebels.com)
Four Bells: LB Leads Way On Awards Night Dec 8, 2007
2007 UNLV FOOTBALL AWARDS Most Valuable Player - Offense , WR, Sophomore Most Valuable Player - Defense , LB, Senior Co-Most Valuable Players - Special Teams , PK, Senior , P, Senior Rene Arceneaux Award , OL, Senior Robert Cline Award , OL, Senior Jack Gilmore Coaches Award , WR, Freshman Bill "Wildcat" Morris Most Inspirational Award , LB, Senior "Doc" Tobler Senior Award , LB, Senior Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year , QB, Freshman Co-Defensive Scout Team Players of the Year , DL,... (Unlvrebels.com)
Kruger's TV Show To Start Sunday Nov 25, 2007
This weekend's episode will be split with "Gametime with UNLV Football," which has been airing since the beginning of the football season. The show will be all basketball starting Dec. 2 and continue each Sunday through Mar. (Unlvrebels.com)
Lobos to Host Hawai'i Wednesday Night Nov 24, 2007
SPECIAL FOOTBALL-BASKETBALL TICKET PROMOTION All fans who attend this Saturday's UNLV football game will receive a coupon for a free ticket to a Lobo men's or women's basketball game in December. Coupons will be distributed upon entrance to the football stadium and must be redeemed at the ticket office at The Pit while supplies last. (Golobos.com)
Rebels Set Home Attendance Mark Nov 15, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football drew a record number of fans to Sam Boyd Stadium in 2007, setting the single-season per-game average as well as the single-season total record over its six home games. The Rebels played in front of an average crowd of 29,281, which was nearly 2,000 more per game than the previous record of 27,582 set during the 2002 season. (Unlvrebels.com)
Trio Of Rebels Makes The Grade Nov 9, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football had a school-record three student-athletes named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District 8 First and Second teams, the College Sports Information Directors of America announced Thursday. Junior wide receiver was selected to the first team while senior offensive lineman and junior defensive lineman were named to the second team. (Unlvrebels.com)
Sanford To Do The Hula Nov 6, 2007
This marks the first time a UNLV football coach has been on the staff of a postseason all-star game since was head coach for the West Team in the East-West Shrine Game following the 2003 season. Current Rebel assistant and former staffer served as coordinators for Robinson in that game. (Unlvrebels.com)
Calling All Former Rebels! Oct 13, 2007
Football alumni will also receive a UNLV football T-shirt and will be invited to help welcome the current Rebels on to the field for their game vs. the Rams ... Please contact UNLV football program director Sara Swanson by Wednesday, Oct. 17 to confirm your attendance, order additional tickets or for more information. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNR Student Involved in Tragic Accident Oct 6, 2007
Pietrzak, who would have turned 21 later this month, had gone to the Nevada vs. UNLV football game on Saturday with some friends and later returned to their home on 15th Street. He fell a short time later. (KRNV.com, NV)
CAMPUS CLICKS: A 'genius' spoof gem Oct 4, 2007
This UNLV football fan didn't really get to enjoy a recent victory against Utah. Got A Link We Need To See. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Pair Of Rebels Named Players Of The Week Sep 25, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Coming off its first shutout victory over a conference opponent since 1983, the UNLV football program earned two of the three Mountain West Conference Player of the Week awards, the league announced Monday. Frank "The Tank" Summers (Oakland, CA/Skyline HS/Laney College) was named Offensive Co-Player of the Week along with Wyoming running back Devin Moore. (Unlvrebels.com)
Zero-Tolerance Policy Enforced At UNLV-UH Sep 14, 2007
A typical UNLV football game includes 145 staffers and security workers but this weekend's event will feature at least 215. Excluding traffic officers, there will be 57 uniformed officers from the UNLV Police Department and the Las Vegas Metro Police Department assigned to work Sam Boyd Stadium. (Unlvrebels.com)
A Flair For Service Sep 13, 2007
" Flair, who led the Mountain West Conference in receptions per game in 2006 and has caught at least one pass in every game of his college career, founded, promotes and oversees his own week-long, non-profit football camp for kids age 6-14 in his hometown of Anchorage each summer. He also volunteers for various team projects and is a part-time worker at a Las Vegas recreation center, acting as a tutor and sports coach for at-risk youth. "It's a big deal because it shows that UNLV football puts a... (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV vs. Wisconsin post-game notes. Sep 9, 2007
LARGEST HOME CROWDS IN UNLV FOOTBALL HISTORY 1. 2002 Wisconsin 42,075 2. (Unlvrebels.com)
RAF Football Luncheon Series Begins Friday Sep 6, 2007
The UNLV Football Luncheons will take place before every home game ... LAS VEGAS - The Rebel Athletic Fund presents the 2007 UNLV Football Luncheon Series with Head Coach and emcee Dave McCann. (Unlvrebels.com)
Off and running Sep 1, 2007
But it was well worth the wait for UNLV football fans. to read the rest of this story. (RebelReport.com)
Rebels to face USU in opener Aug 30, 2007
The 2007 UNLV football season kicks off Thursday night at Utah State and all eyes will be on Travis Dixon, who will replace injured Rocky Hinds in the line-up. Hinds, who was supposed to help turn around the Rebel program, likely will be out for the year and the team is suddenly in the hands of Dixon. (UNLV Sports -- Rivals.com)
Rebel Radio And TV Shows Kick Off This Week Aug 27, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football's radio and television broadcasts, including the coaches shows, will begin their seasons this week as the Rebels open the year at Utah State on August 30. All 12 UNLV football games will be heard this fall on ESPN 920 AM for the ninth consecutive year ... "GAMETIME WITH UNLV FOOTBALL" For the 13th consecutive season, "Gametime with UNLV Football" with host Dave McCann can be seen every Sunday on KLAS TV-8 (CBS). (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebel Sneak Peek Set For Saturday Aug 24, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Less than a week before Thursday's season opener, fans can get a free sneak peek at their UNLV football team on Saturday (August 25) for what Rebel head coach is calling a "game dress rehearsal.". The team will play a scripted "non-live" mock game beginning at 6 p.m. and ending at approximately 7:30 p.m. at Sam Boyd Stadium and the public is invited to attend, free of charge. (Unlvrebels.com)
A few anxious moments at Rebel scrimmage Aug 19, 2007
By Rebel Nation EditorDate: Aug 19, 2007 ELY UNLV football fans had plenty of reason to be a little nervous during Saturdays scrimmage here when star running back Frank The Tank Summers went to the sidelines after just two carries with what was called a bruised knee. to read the rest of this story. (RebelReport.com)
Good news on the Rebel quarterback front? Aug 15, 2007
By Rebel Nation EditorDate: Aug 14, 2007 ELY There were plenty of reasons for UNLV football fans to be more positive about the teams starting quarterback situation on Tuesday. to read the rest of this story. (RebelReport.com)
UNLV Camp Report: Day Two Aug 5, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football mixed in the rookies with the veterans on day two of fall camp as the team broke down into Scarlet and Gray teams, with each squad working through 22 five-minute periods on Saturday. The Scarlet team worked out in the morning while the Gray squad capped the second day of preseason camp with an evening session. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV Basketball Coach Lon Kruger Recovers From Heart Surgery Aug 3, 2007
In 2003, UNLV football coach John Robinson suffered a mild heart attack and had stenting done to open blocked arteries. Also, last week, Wake Forest head coach Skip Prosser was found dead in his office after suffering a heart attack. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Team's Back, Camp Opens! Aug 3, 2007
LAS VEGAS - More than 100 players arrived at the Lied Athletic Complex on Thursday to take part in UNLV football's 2007 preseason training camp ... UNLV FOOTBALL CAMP PUBLIC SCHEDULE (Aug. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebels Open Camp This Week Aug 1, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Players will report to the Lied Athletic Complex this week as part of the opening of UNLV football's 2007 preseason camp - the third under head coach ... Beginning Aug. 22, and running through the season, all UNLV football practices are closed to the public ... UNLV FOOTBALL CAMP PUBLIC SCHEDULE. (Unlvrebels.com)
No respect for Rebels Jul 24, 2007
By Rebel Nation EditorPosted Jul 23, 2007 The phrase "From worst to first" has a nice ring to it if you are a UNLV football fan. But don't try selling that notion to the folks who took part in the Mountain West Conference's preseason media poll. (RebelReport.com)
Pair Of Rebels On Preseason All-MWC Squad Jul 24, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football had a pair of players earn preseason All-Mountain West Conference honors and the Rebels were picked to finish ninth, the league announced Monday morning at the 2007 MWC Media Days being held at the Green Valley Ranch Resort and Spa. Senior linebacker and sophomore wide receiver earned preseason all-league nods as selected by members of the league's media. (Unlvrebels.com)
Single-Game Tickets Go On Sale Monday Jul 20, 2007
Prices for UNLV football 2007 tickets are as follows. SEASON: $165 SIDELINE (Limited amount of UNLV faculty and new graduate discounts are available) $90 END ZONE. (Unlvrebels.com)
Sports Information Earns National Awards Jul 19, 2007
The 2006 UNLV football media guide ranked seventh in the nation ... The 2006 UNLV football guide, produced by associate director for sports information Mark Wallington, assistant SID Bryan Haines and graphic arts coordinator Paul Palmer, earned second in its district and a program-record-tying seventh in the nation. (Unlvrebels.com)
Safety Tips For Keeping Hydrated While in the Sun Jul 3, 2007
UNLV football player, Wiselet Rouzard spends a lot of time under the sun, and he knows what it feels like to have cramps and nausea due to dehydration. He says that he and fellow players are encouraged to down water and Gatorade before, during and after practice. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Returning To History Jun 27, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Nicknamed the "Wonder of Waco," the most famous ending in the four decades of UNLV football has been named the No. 85 iconic play in college football history by ESPN.com. The 100: Plays, Performances and Moments that define college football is being revealed this week on the website. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebels Moving Through The Summer Jun 26, 2007
Here is a look at the latest news from UNLV football ... -UNLV football coaches spent 20 days recruiting in May, hitting Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and America Samoa looking for talent. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV Football Camp Review Jun 16, 2007
Will Levi NevadaPrepReport. With lots of heavy hitting and quite a few big plays, Nevada Prep Report will be bringing you thought on the teams in attendance and a few interviews with some of the players that stood out. (San Diego State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cleveland Rocks For Wright Apr 29, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Cornerback , the first UNLV football player to ever leave school early to play professionally, went higher in the NFL Draft on Saturday than any Rebel since iconic running back Ickey Woods in 1988. Wright (5-11, 190) was selected with the 21st pick in the second round by the Cleveland Browns, which put him 53rd overall. (Unlvrebels.com)
Team Ups Delivers At Night Of Champions Apr 26, 2007
Coach squad beat out Coach group for the title at the second annual UNLV Football Night of Champions on a perfect calm and warm April evening Wednesday at Rebel Park on campus. Signaling the symbolic end of spring drills, which included 15 practice sessions as well as team conditioning, Night of Champions featured eight squads of Rebel players each competing in a variety of competitions. (Unlvrebels.com)
Night Of Champions Is Back Apr 25, 2007
LAS VEGAS - The public is invited to attend the second annual UNLV Football Night of Champions, a free event on campus Wednesday night. Signaling the symbolic end of Spring Practice for the Rebels, the event is slated to run from 7:00 p.m. to approximately 8:15 p.m., Night of Champions will pit eight teams of Rebel players in a series of non-football competitions at the Ernie Becker Sr. Fields at Bill "Wildcat" Morris Rebel Park. (Unlvrebels.com)
Spring Game Next Apr 19, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football had its final practice of the spring at Rebel Park on Wednesday, as the Rebels ran through 20 five-minute periods in shorts and helmets on a sunny but brisk day due to the wind. It was the final tune up for the Rebels before the annual Spring Game, which will be held at Sam Boyd Stadium this Friday evening at 6:00 p.m., and with 14 practices in the books, UNLV head coach was pleased with what he has seen thus far. (Unlvrebels.com)
Final Week Underway Apr 17, 2007
LAS VEGAS - With gorgeous mid-April weather enveloping Southern Nevada, the UNLV football team returned to Rebel Park for its final Monday session of Spring Practice 2007. Enjoying the perfect football temperatures, the squad went through a 20-period practice from about 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Also in attendance were members of visiting coaching staffs from Southern Utah University, Azusa Pacific and MidAmerica Nazarene University, which is an NAIA school located in Olathe, KS.. (Unlvrebels.com)
Summers, Anthony star in scrimmage Apr 14, 2007
With young quarterback Travis Dixon and his Rebels receivers struggling to connect Friday night, it was up to the ground game to try to impress during the UNLV football team's second scrimmage of the spring at Rebel Park. Frank Summers, a 5-foot-10-inch, 240-pound running back who transferred from California, rushed for 88 yards on nine carries, including a 35-yard run during the team's 120-play public workout. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
A Situational Session Apr 12, 2007
LAS VEGAS - Entering the home stretch of spring practice, UNLV football head coach and his staff are implementing more and more of the offensive and defensive schemes ... Following the scrimmage there will be a UNLV Football Alumni BBQ.. (Unlvrebels.com)
Transfers try to make impact with Rebels Apr 8, 2007
UNLV football coach hopeful newcomers add spark ... Four-year transfers are nothing new for UNLV football. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Sports)
Heavy Hitting Highlights Scrimmage Apr 7, 2007
UNLV Football Spring Scrimmage #1 Stats. QUARTERBACKS RUSHING 10-71, 1 TD (7) PASSING 5-10-54. (Unlvrebels.com)
Rebel Park Heats Up Apr 5, 2007
LAS VEGAS - After a sluggish practice on Monday where the heat got to the UNLV football team, the squad bounced back and had a strong session on Wednesday afternoon at Rebel Park, where the temperatures were once again in the mid 80s. Head coach and his staff ran the group through 24 five-minute periods in full pads in the final practice leading up to the team's first scrimmage of the spring on Friday and the head man liked what he saw. (Unlvrebels.com)
UNLV football notes Apr 4, 2007
T.E. Parker Rebel-Net. With Rocky Hinds out this Spring, guys like quarterback Dack Ishii (left) are getting their chance to shine. (UNLV Sports -- Rivals.com)
UNLV Student Athletes Face Criminal Charges Apr 3, 2007
The charges stem from incidents last September and November when a UNLV football player worked at the Abercrombie and Fitch store at Caesars' Forum Shops. Police say that freshman football player helped eleven of his friends walk out of the store with merchandise totaling more than $3,400. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Rebels Early To Rise Mar 31, 2007
LAS VEGAS - UNLV football wrapped up its second week of spring practice with an early Friday morning session at Rebel Park under sunny skies and pleasant temperatures following two days of chilly weather. The decision to practice during the morning was made by the Rebel Leadership Committee, based on the fact that most of the players did not have class and those who did had them in the afternoon, allowing for a morning practice. (Unlvrebels.com)
