UTEP rifle head coach Andrea Palafox announced the 2026-27 schedule, featuring a total of 15 competitions, including 13 regular-season matches. The Miners will compete at seven home events at the UTEP Rifle Range and face several top programs. Their season opener is set for October 3 against Schreiner, with notable matches against Alaska and TCU also on the home slate. Key road competitions include events at Ohio State and Nebraska. UTEP aims to make a strong postseason run, following Kameron Wells鈥� individual performance at last year's NCAA Championship.

By the Numbers
  • 15 total competitions scheduled for the season.
  • 6 home matches and 7 away matches on the 2026-27 slate.
State of Play
  • Season opens at home against Schreiner on October 3.
  • Postseason NCAA Championships slated for March 12-13 in Statesboro, Georgia.
What's Next

As the season progresses, UTEP will focus on qualifying for the NCAA Championships, building on previous successes and individual performances to enhance their competitive edge.

Bottom Line

The UTEP Rifle team's strategic approach and challenging schedule position them for potential national recognition, aiming for a return to the NCAA Championship stage with a strong performance across all competitions.