Air Force Faces New Mexico This Saturday in Academy Showdown
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The Air Force Falcons are set to clash with the New Mexico Lobos this Saturday, January 10, at 1 PM MT. The matchup will take place at Clune Arena, located in USAF Academy, Colorado. As part of the Gameday promotion, attendees can receive throwback trading cards while supplies last.
Game Information
- Date: January 10
- Location: Clune Arena, USAF Academy, Colorado
- Time: 1 PM MT
Broadcast Details
- Television: MW Network (Featuring Josh Howe as PxP and Brian Jerman as analyst)
- Radio: AM 740 KVOR (PxP – Jim Arthur)
- Live Stats: Statbroadcast
Team Breakdown
| Team | Record | Streak | Last Game | Next Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force | 3-12, 0-4 MW | L8 | L, 99-62 vs. (RV/RV) Utah State | 1/13 at San Jose State |
| New Mexico | 12-3, 3-1 MW | W2 | W, 80-70 at Colorado State | 1/13 vs. Grand Canyon |
Coaching Profiles
| Coach | Alma Mater | School Record | Overall Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Scott | Princeton, 1987 | 97-181 (10th season) | 281-358 (22nd season) |
| Eric Olen | Spring Hill, 2004 | 252-122 (13th season) | 0-0 |
Series Overview
- Overall Record: New Mexico leads 69-27
- First Meeting: December 7, 1957 (Air Force 68-50)
- Last Meeting: March 1, 2025 (New Mexico 92-71)
- Current Streak: New Mexico 3 games
Noteworthy Statistics
- Air Force has 279 total games played on its roster, compared to New Mexico’s 662.
- 46.9% of Air Force’s scoring comes from their freshman class.
- Caleb Walker has a shooting percentage of 73.3% from the field.
- Freshman guard Kam Sanders set a school record with 15 consecutive free throws made in a game.
- Air Force has made a three-pointer in 504 consecutive games, a streak dating back to 2009.
Looking Ahead
After the game against New Mexico, the Falcons will travel to face San Jose State on January 13, with a tip-off scheduled for 7 PM PT. This game will also be televised, expanding the audience for Air Force’s continued quest for improvement in the Mountain West Conference.
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