Mark Lambie - El Paso Times
The work and sweat and anticipation of summer conditioning is in the rear view mirror.
UTEP began another soccer journey on a hot Wednesday afternoon at University Field, doing running tests early in the morning and holding the first practice Wednesday afternoon.
The Miners are coming off a fine 13-7-2 season, a season where they reached the Conference USA Tournament semifinals before being eliminated 1-0 by host Charlotte.
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The team figures to be strong on the defensive end with the return of the bulk of that unit, including honor winners Alyssa Palacios in goal and defender Lauren Crenshaw.