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New Mexico Baseball Kicks Off 2025 Season with Exciting Desert Invitational Matches
2025-01-10

As the excitement builds for the upcoming baseball season, New Mexico's team is set to participate in the highly anticipated MLB Desert Invitational. The tournament, scheduled from February 14th to 16th, will take place across three premier venues in the greater Phoenix area. Fans can now secure their seats online for these thrilling neutral-site matchups. The Lobos will face Austin Peay on February 14th, followed by UC Irvine and Seton Hall over the subsequent days. Each game promises intense competition and showcases the best of college baseball talent.

The anticipation extends beyond this opening weekend. Throughout the season, fans have more opportunities to support the Lobos at Santa Ana Star Field. Single-game tickets for UNM’s home matches will be available via GoLobos.com, offering an engaging experience that includes special theme days, events, giveaways, and much more. Additionally, season pride passes grant access to Track & Field and Softball games, enhancing the overall sports enjoyment for enthusiasts.

The Lobos' performance has been steadily improving, culminating in a successful 2024 season where they secured their first Mountain West Tournament berth since 2017. The team excelled offensively, ranking among the nation's top teams in various statistics. As Head Coach Tod Brown enters his fourth year, key players like Khalil Walker and Will Asby return, along with experienced pitchers Dayne Pengelly, David Lopez, and Daxton Purser. With the addition of Washington State as an affiliate member, the Mountain West Conference expands to eight teams, making the upcoming championship even more competitive. This year’s MW Baseball Championship, hosted at a neutral site in Mesa, Ariz., promises to be a historic event. Fans can catch all the action live via MLB.TV and the MLB Network, ensuring no one misses out on the excitement.

The future looks bright for New Mexico baseball. Building on past successes and with a roster full of returning stars, the team is poised to make significant strides in the 2025 season. The community’s support will undoubtedly play a crucial role in driving the Lobos toward new heights. Together, they will continue to inspire and entertain, embodying the spirit of perseverance and excellence in collegiate sports.

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