https://wnmumustangs.com/rss.aspx?path=mbballLatest news items for Western New Mexico University Athleticsen-us60https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/4/14/mens-basketball-wnmu-athletics-extends-coach-bunker-after-historic-season.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/4/14/mens-basketball-wnmu-athletics-extends-coach-bunker-after-historic-season.aspxMen's Basketball

SILVER CITY, NM — Following a historic 2025–26 campaign that rewrote the record books, Mark Bunker will remain at the helm of the Western New Mexico University Athletics men's basketball program, as the university announced a contract extension for its head coach.]]>MBBTue, 14 Apr 2026 16:12:00 MST710948https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/4/9/record-breaking-season-mens-basketball-make-history-in-2025-26-campaign.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/4/9/record-breaking-season-mens-basketball-make-history-in-2025-26-campaign.aspxMen's Basketball

SILVER CITY, N.M. – The 2025-26 season will go down as a defining chapter in the history of Western New Mexico men's basketball, as the Mustangs shattered program records, reached new postseason milestones, and established themselves as a rising force in the Lone Star Conference and NCAA Division II landscape.]]>MBBThu, 9 Apr 2026 09:36:00 MST710940https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/3/14/mens-basketball-mustangs-historic-season-ends-in-ncaa-tournament-matchup-with-st-edward-s.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/3/14/mens-basketball-mustangs-historic-season-ends-in-ncaa-tournament-matchup-with-st-edward-s.aspxMen's Basketball

DALLAS, TX — Western New Mexico (22-8, 15-5 Lone Star) faced a tough matchup against St. Edward's, falling 71–83 at the Burg Center on Saturday night. Despite the setback, the Mustangs showed grit on the boards, hauling in 43 rebounds, 15 of which were offensive. This season was a landmark one for the Mustangs, marking their first national tournament appearance since 1982.]]>wnmu vs seuSat, 14 Mar 2026 21:46:00 MST710900https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/3/5/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-makes-historic-lone-star-conference-tournament-debut.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/3/5/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-makes-historic-lone-star-conference-tournament-debut.aspxMen's Basketball

FRISCO, TX — The WNMU Mustangs (22-7, 15-5 Lone Star) faced a tough defeat against St. Mary's University (TX) (21-8, 13-7 Lone Star) with a final score of 80-94 on Thursday night at Comerica Center. Despite racking up 36 points in the paint, the Mustangs couldn't match the Rattlers' shooting prowess, highlighted by eight three-pointers. This game marked the Mustangs' debut in the Lone Star Conference tournament, a noteworthy achievement for their season.]]>wnmu vs smuThu, 5 Mar 2026 22:55:00 MST710889https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/28/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-dominates-second-half-to-secure-regular-season-finale-victory.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/28/mens-basketball-mens-basketball-dominates-second-half-to-secure-regular-season-finale-victory.aspxMen's Basketball

WICHITA FALLS, TX — The Western New Mexico Mustangs (22-6, 15-5 Lone Star) powered their way to an 88-74 win against Midwestern State (8-19, 6-14 Lone Star) on Saturday at D.L. Ligon Coliseum. With a dominant second half, the Mustangs outscored their opponents 54-36 and racked up an impressive 56 points in the paint.]]>wnmu vs msuSat, 28 Feb 2026 16:36:00 MST710884https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/26/mens-basketball-fall-in-close-battle-to-chaps.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/26/mens-basketball-fall-in-close-battle-to-chaps.aspxMen's Basketball

LUBBOCK, TX. — In a nail-biter at the Rip Griffin Center, the WNMU Mustangs (21-6, 14-5 Lone Star) fell just short against Lubbock Christian (25-4, 16-3 Lone Star), with a final score of 83-87 on Thursday evening. This intense matchup saw the lead change hands 19 times and the score tied 13 times, highlighting just how closely matched these teams were.]]>MBBFThu, 26 Feb 2026 20:44:00 MST710882https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/25/mens-basketball-make-history-with-first-ever-regional-ranking.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/25/mens-basketball-make-history-with-first-ever-regional-ranking.aspxMen's Basketball

Silver City, NM. - For the first time in program history, the Western New Mexico University men's basketball team has entered the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Rankings, coming in at No. 4 in the region. This milestone marks a defining moment for Mustang basketball and signals a new level of success for the program.]]>regional rankingWed, 25 Feb 2026 14:41:00 MST710879https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/25/mens-basketball-mark-bunker-awarded-dii-coach-of-the-week-honors.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/25/mens-basketball-mark-bunker-awarded-dii-coach-of-the-week-honors.aspxMen's Basketball

Boston, MA. – Mark Bunker, head coach of the Western New Mexico University Men's Basketball program, has been named the HoopDirt.com NCAA Division II Coach of the Week for Week 14 after guiding the Mustangs through a historic stretch in what is already the best season in school history.]]>MBUNKERWed, 25 Feb 2026 11:39:00 MST710878https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/23/mens-basketball-andre-harris-awarded-2nd-lsc-defensive-potw.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/23/mens-basketball-andre-harris-awarded-2nd-lsc-defensive-potw.aspxMen's Basketball

Richardson, TX - With just one week remaining in the Lone Star Conference men's basketball regular season, Western New Mexico Junior Andre Harris (Mesa, AZ/Hillcrest Prep) was awarded his third LSC Player of the Week honors and second Defensive player of the week this season.]]>MBBHArrisMon, 23 Feb 2026 12:40:00 MST710873https://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/21/mens-basketball-mustangs-dominate-rattlers-for-record-21st-win.aspxhttps://wnmumustangs.com/news/2026/2/21/mens-basketball-mustangs-dominate-rattlers-for-record-21st-win.aspxMen's Basketball

SILVER CITY, N.M. — The Western New Mexico Mustangs (21-5, 14-4 Lone Star) showcased their shooting prowess in an 85-76 triumph over St. Mary's University (TX) (18-8, 11-7 Lone Star) at Drag's Court on Saturday. The Mustangs reached their 21st win of the season, continuing their record season. With 14 bombs from beyond the arc, the Mustangs locked in the win with style.]]>MBBFSat, 21 Feb 2026 17:14:00 MST710870