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Scouting Report: UNC’s Strengths, Weaknesses and Players to Watch
UNC quarterback Kenny Lueth. Photo courtesy of UNC Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. - The University of Northern Colorado will arrive at War Memorial Stadium on Saturday searching for its first victory of the season. UNC's 0-2 record does not tell the full story of a team eager to play ball. The Bears lost 30-29 to Weber State before falling 38-23 to South Dakota, but their offense has been extremely productive through the first two games. UNC is averaging 431 yards, 26 points, an
Jeff Bugher
2 hours ago4 min read
Wyoming Looks to Bounce Back as UNC Visits War Memorial Stadium
Head coach Jay Sawvel during fall camp. Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. - Wyoming’s first opportunity to respond to their Border War loss from last weekend will come Saturday when the University of Northern Colorado Bears visit War Memorial Stadium for the Cowboys’ home opener. Wyoming head coach Jay Sawvel said the game is another step toward reestablishing Laramie as one of Wyoming’s greatest advantages. Article Continues Below Article Continues Below “What
Jeff Bugher
3 hours ago3 min read
Cowboys Host Bears During Stripe Out, Band Day, and Hall of Fame Weekend
Wyoming quarterback Tyler Hughes celebrates a touchdown during the Border War against Colorado State on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, at Canvas Stadium. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. – The Wyoming Cowboys open the home portion of the schedule on Saturday, hosting Northern Colorado in the annual Stripe Out at War Memorial Stadium at 2 p.m. Saturday's game is also Band Day and Hall of Fame Weekend. Stripe Out The Stripe Out is back! We're planning
Jeff Bugher
1 day ago7 min read
PRCA Partners With Wyoming Athletics for Endzone Sponsorship
PRCA Logo to be Featured on Jonah Field Endzones Photo courtesy of UW Athletics LARAMIE, Wyo. (Sept. 7, 2026) – Cowboy football fans will see a new addition to Jonah Field inside War Memorial Stadium on Saturday as the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) logo will be featured in the back of each endzone. This sponsorship follows an on-field, one-game Ramos Law on-field logo sponsorship during Wyoming's final game against Nevada in November 2025. “This is another gro
Jeff Bugher
1 day ago3 min read
Chris Prosinski’s Hall of Fame Moment Arrives
Chris Prosinski (24) makes a tackle against CSU. Photo courtesy of UW Athletics Laramie, Wyo. - Chris Prosinski grew up watching University of Wyoming football, staying up late for Cowboys basketball games and pretending that the backyard fields of Buffalo, Wyoming were War Memorial Stadium. Wearing the Brown and Gold was a dream for Prosinski. Beyond his dreams: Being enshrined among the finest athletes in University of Wyoming history. Chris is a former Wyoming safety a
Jeff Bugher
2 days ago6 min read
Picture It: 2026 Border War
FORT COLLINS, Colo. - Well, the game didn’t turn out the way we had hoped, but our coverage isn’t over. By now, you’ve had a chance to read our stories from the game, and we still have plenty of great highlights for you to enjoy. Thank you for following along and supporting Pokes News. We’re proud to be a locally owned Wyoming outlet, bringing you Cowboys coverage through the perspective of someone who calls this great state home. After a long wait … “Picture It” is back! Wyo
Jeff Bugher
4 days ago3 min read
By the Numbers: Turnovers Hurt Wyoming, but Several Cowboys Shine in Border War Loss
Running back Samuel "Tote" Harris during warm-ups at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins, Colo. Photo by Jeff Bugher, PokesNews.com FORT COLLINS, Colo. - The final score painted an ugly picture in Wyoming’s season opener, but not every number coming out of Saturday's Border War was negative. Colorado State pulled away in the second half for a 35-13 victory over Wyoming at Canvas Stadium, reclaiming the Bronze Boot after the Cowboys had won eight of the previous 10 meetings. Wyom
Jeff Bugher
5 days ago4 min read
Cowboys Lose Momentum, Turnovers, and the Bronze Boot at Colorado State
Wyoming quarterback Tyler Hughes carries the ball against Colorado State during the Border War. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. FORT COLLINS, Colo. - Wyoming head coach Jay Sawvel believed the Cowboys were about to take control of the 118th Border War inside Canvas Stadium. Wyoming had pulled within one point early in the third quarter and was driving deep into Colorado State territory. Quarterback Tyler Hughes found wide receiver Charlie Coenen for an ap
Jeff Bugher
5 days ago4 min read
Casey Bramlet and Gabe Knapton: The Border War Never Leaves You
Left: Casey Bramlet drops back (UW courtesy photo). Right: Gabe Knapton holds the Bronze Boot (courtesy photo). LARAMIE, Wyo. - More than two decades have passed since Casey Bramlet (2000-03) chased down the Bronze Boot on the Colorado State sideline in Hughes Stadium. Wyoming’s 35-28 victory over the Rams in 2003 was winding down when the Cowboys began looking across the field for the trophy. Once the clock expired, the team made a mad dash across the field toward the CSU
Jeff Bugher
6 days ago4 min read
Christian Taylor Ready to Put His Stamp on Wyoming’s Offense
Wyoming offensive coordinator Christian Taylor watches practice at War Memorial Stadium. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - Christian Taylor knew what he was leaving behind when he packed his bags for Laramie in January. The University of Wyoming’s new offensive coordinator had spent the previous two seasons with the Buffalo Bills, working inside a team that made it to the AFC Divisional game alongside former Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen.
Jeff Bugher
Sep 36 min read
Former Ram Jett Vincent Ready to Defend the Boot for Wyoming
Wyoming safety Jett Vincent runs through a drill during practice at War Memorial Stadium. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - A broken heart helped launch Jett Vincent’s music career. Now, the former Colorado State safety is preparing to defend the Bronze Boot for Wyoming while facing his older brother, Trey, on the opposite sideline. Music and football appear to be a family tradition for the Vincents. Music Music has always been a part of his f
Jeff Bugher
Sep 34 min read
Bigger, Stronger and More Confident, Kyle Frendt Is Ready to Emerge
Wyoming sophomore tight end Kyle Frendt makes a catch during practice at War Memorial Stadium. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - Kyle Frendt didn’t receive much warning before making his college football debut in 2025. Shortly before Wyoming’s game at Colorado in Boulder last season, veteran tight end John Michael Gyllenborg told the position group that he would be unable to play. Tight ends coach Shannon Moore turned to Frendt, then a true
Jeff Bugher
Sep 24 min read
Border War Lives On: Wyoming, CSU Announce Eight-Year Pact
Wyoming head men’s basketball coach Sundance Wicks celebrates with fans. (Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics/Troy Babbitt) LARAMIE, Wyo. (Sept. 2, 2026) – Wyoming Athletics, in conjunction with Colorado State Athletics, announced on Wednesday an agreement to play the Border War contest in four sports that includes men’s and women’s basketball along with soccer and volleyball. The eight-year pact will start during the 2028-29 season. The two schools will meet in
University of Wyoming Media
Sep 22 min read
Country Music Star and UW Graduate Team Up with UW Marching Band
Wyoming native and country music star Ian Munsick, left, poses with recent UW music graduate Jacob Walker after meeting to discuss Walker’s marching band arrangement of Munsick’s song “Love Is Blind.” (UW Photo) When alumnus Jacob Walker was in middle school, he already knew he wanted to attend the University of Wyoming, primarily so he could join the Western Thunder Marching Band. Now, just months after graduating from UW, Walker is contributing to Western Thunder in a diffe
University of Wyoming Media
Sep 13 min read
2026 Initial Wyoming Football Depth Chart Released
Graphic based on the initial depth chart released by UW Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - Wyoming has released its first depth chart of the 2026 season ahead of Saturday’s Border War against Colorado State. Not really any surprises, but it's great to see that some battles are still in progress. Article Continues Below Article Continues Below Wyoming Depth Chart vs. Colorado State Offense QB: Tyler Hughes (Sr.); Mason Drube (RFr.) or Landon Sims (Jr.) RB: Samuel Harris (So.); Markel
Jeff Bugher
Sep 12 min read
Another Major Injury Ends Caleb Robinson’s Comeback Bid at Wyoming
Wyoming defensive tackle Caleb Robinson (#95) during a Cowboys fall camp practice in Laramie. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - After missing the past two seasons with major injuries, Wyoming defensive tackle Caleb Robinson was on the eve of a comeback this fall. Another torn ACL will cost him the 2026 season and will end his collegiate career at Wyoming. “In our last scrimmage, Caleb Robinson tore his other ACL,” Wyoming head coach Jay Sa
Jeff Bugher
Aug 312 min read
Wyoming’s Fall Camp Is Finished - The Real Test Awaits
Wyoming head coach Jay Sawvel watches his team during a Cowboys football practice in Laramie. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - Fall camp is in the rearview mirror for the Wyoming Cowboys. Head coach Jay Sawvel’s team is transitioning to preparing for Colorado State and the Sept. 5 season opener in Fort Collins. On Friday, Sawvel addressed the media during a press conference. Article Continues Below Article Continues Below “A lot of work
Jeff Bugher
Aug 315 min read
‘It Means Everything’: Alex Haswell Living His Wyoming Football Dream
Wyoming defensive lineman Alex Haswell (#97) takes part in a Cowboys football practice in Laramie. The Sheridan, Wyoming, native is a 6-foot-5, 295-pound redshirt sophomore. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. - For Alex Haswell, putting on a brown and gold jersey carries a little more meaning than simply playing for a college football team. The 6-foot-5, 295-pound Wyoming defensive lineman grew up in Sheridan, watching the Cowboys and making th
Jeff Bugher
Aug 304 min read
Cowgirls Wreck Red Raiders in Four to Open 2026
Wyoming dominates third and fourth set on way to victory Wyoming volleyball players celebrate during a match at the Arena-Auditorium in Laramie. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. (Aug. 28, 2026) – It was a successful opener to the 2026 season Friday night for the Wyoming Cowgirls as they downed Texas Tech in four sets in front of a raucous Arena-Auditorium crowd. Set scores went 25-21, 14-25, 25-11 and 25-15. Wyoming came out firing in the first
Jeff Bugher
Aug 293 min read
What’s in a Name? The Story Behind Wyoming RB Samuel ‘Tote’ Harris
Wyoming sophomore running back Samuel “Tote” Harris (#1) runs through a drill during fall camp at War Memorial Stadium in Laramie. Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Athletics. LARAMIE, Wyo. – What’s in a name? Long before Samuel "Tote" Harris was carrying the football for the Wyoming Cowboys, he was learning how to “tote the rock.” That is literally how the nickname Tote came to be. Harris’ mother was in the military therefore the family had to move around a lot. On
Jeff Bugher
Aug 265 min read
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