UTEP football practices with focus on speed and team balance

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

UTEP football practices with focus on speed and team balance
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UTEP Miners football commenced week 2 of fall camp with practices aimed at speed and team cohesion. Head Coach Scotty Walden noted a focus on balanced competition between the offense and defense throughout the sessions. The team practiced with lighter pads on Sunday night, followed by a fully-padded session Monday morning. Walden acknowledged the team's improvement after a challenging practice, emphasizing the importance of a strong response to the situation. Junior defensive lineman Ekow Taylor affirmed the competitive spirit and energy displayed by both sides during the practices.

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  • UTEP began week 2 of fall camp on August 10.
  • Practices emphasized speed, teamwork, and competition.
  • Coach Walden highlighted team maturity in handling quick turnarounds.
  • Defense and offense showcased a back-and-forth dynamic.
  • Junior Ekow Taylor praised the team's energy during practices.
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EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – UTEP Miners football kicked off week 2 of its fall training camp with a quick turnaround of practices Sunday night into Monday morning, August 10. UTEP Head Coach Scotty Walden said the team practiced with lighter pads Sunday night, in which the team focused on speed. The team then got back […]

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