Nevada Sports Net Morning Download: Key Headlines for Today
1. Mountain West Pro Day Proposal
Nevada hosted its football Pro Day on Tuesday at Mackay Stadium, where seven NFL teams were present. Coach Jeff Choate shared an interesting idea for the Mountain West Conference, suggesting a collective Pro Day at the Raiders’ Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Choate highlighted that each of the 12 MW schools has only a handful of NFL prospects, making a unified event more manageable and attractive. Such a Pro Day would not only increase visibility for players but also bring greater attention to the conference as seen with the HBCU schools’ successful joint Pro Day. A recap of Nevada’s Pro Day, featuring video highlights, was provided.
2. Coaching Changes at Oral Roberts
In a notable coaching shift, Kory Alford joins Kory Barnett’s staff at Oral Roberts. Previously part of Steve Alford’s initial coaching team at Nevada, Kory Alford has had a successful run as the head coach of Huntington University. His move marks a reunion with Barnett, who recently transitioned from West Virginia to become Oral Roberts’ head coach. In another staffing update, Justin Hawkins, previously the Wolf Pack’s director of player development, is reportedly set to join Josh Pastner’s staff at UNLV.
3. Rivalry Showdown: Nevada vs. UNLV
The Nevada softball team faces UNLV in a crucial doubleheader today, with live coverage on Nevada Sports Net. Currently, Nevada holds a strong position with a record of 26-9 overall and 4-2 in the Mountain West, while UNLV struggles at the bottom of the standings with a 2-7 league record. This match is particularly significant in the ongoing Silver State Series, where UNLV currently leads. The first pitch is scheduled for noon, with the second game at 2:30 p.m.
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