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• Vipers forward Teddy Allen named G League Player of the Week Play Video

  December 16, 2025 11:02 PM

  RGV Vipers star forward Teddy Allen was named G League Player of the Week for his performances from December 8-14. Allen shined with 40.5 points per game in two wins for the Vipers. In those games, he shot 66.7% from the field and 57.9% from three. ... more »

• RGV Vipers open up the season on Friday, Nov. 7th at the Bert Ogden Arena Play Video

  November 5, 2025 11:03 PM

  The RGV Vipers are getting ready to kick off the season this Friday at the Bert Ogden Arena as they host the Oklahoma City Blue. more »

• RGV Vipers Reveal Schedule for the 2025-26 Season Play Video

  September 2, 2025 10:43 PM

  The RGV Vipers announced its full schedule for the 2025-26 season, which features 50 games total, 36 regular season games and 14 Tip-Off Tournament matches. The Vipers start the Tip-Off Tournament at home on Friday, November 7th against the Oklahoma City Blue. The team faces the Sioux Falls Skyforce... more »

• RGV Vipers give back with 'Blocks for Books' campaign Play Video

  June 25, 2025 9:56 PM

  The RGV Vipers held a special event at two Sonic locations in Edinburg and Pharr on Wednesday afternoon. The team partnered with Sonic as part of their 'Blocks for Books' campaign. "When we talked about partnering up this season, being around school centered things was very important to... more »

• Natalie Martinez Signs her NLI to Texas Lutheran University Play Video

  March 27, 2021 11:04 PM

  RIO HONDO - Natalie Martinez from Rio Hondo HS signing her NLI Saturday afternoon to continue her basketball career at Texas Lutheran University. The senior was named MVP during her time with the lady bobcats. She plans on majoring in nursing to become a neonatal nurse. more »

• Eddy Epperson Scores 1000th Point

  February 19, 2021 10:03 PM

  DONNA - As high school basketball season is under way, it gives athletes a chance to work on their stats. Eddy Epperson racking up his points, hitting his 1000th point during his senior season. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Kaylah Hernandez Scores 1000th Point Play Video

  February 13, 2021 10:55 PM

  PSJA - PSJA's Kaylah Hernandez scored her 1000th point this past December. Still climbing up the stat sheet, she's not done with her goals. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• 5on5 for Friday Feb. 12 Play Video

  February 13, 2021 9:47 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights from the Bi-district round of playoffs from Friday February 12th! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Feb. 6

  February 6, 2021 10:57 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights from today's high school hoops! more »

• 5on5: Jan 25 Play Video

  January 26, 2021 6:35 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out highlights and scores from Monday Jan. 25th games! more »

• 5on5 for Friday Jan. 22 Play Video

  January 23, 2021 8:22 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out some of the highlights from teams around the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Friday Jan. 8 Play Video

  January 11, 2021 10:43 PM

  Check out some of the high school games from around the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Wednesday Dec. 30 Play Video

  December 30, 2020 11:30 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the high school highlights from across the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Dec. 12 Play Video

  December 13, 2020 11:19 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out the highlights for teams across the valley! more »

• 5on5 for Saturday Dec. 5 Play Video

  December 6, 2020 10:35 PM

  MCALLEN - Check out some of the basketball games that happened in the valley on Saturday Dec. 5th. more »

• UTRGV Wins Home Opener, 81-64 Play Video

  November 29, 2020 11:56 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV Men's Basketball welcoming UTSA to the UTRGV Fieldhouse for some 5-on-5 action. The Vaqueros getting the win, 81-64. Check out the highlights! more »

• High School Highlights: Saturday Nov. 28 Play Video

  November 29, 2020 11:33 PM

  MCALLEN - High school sports happening all over the valley on Saturday. Take a look at some of the highlights. more »

• Jalen Arellano Signs to Graceland University Play Video

  July 20, 2020 11:44 PM

  SANTA ROSA - Jalen Arellano receiving not one but two offers to play college sports for Graceland University; one for basketball and one for football. During his time with the Warriors he helped his team make it to the playoffs. He's not going to be alone on this... more »

• Giovanni Diaz Signs NLI to Central Methodist University Play Video

  July 20, 2020 8:26 PM

  SANTA MARIA - Giovanni Diaz signing his NLI to Central Methodist University to continue his basketball career. He'l be joining teammate Jesus Ortiz. Diaz was first team all district with the Cougars. He plans on majoring in kinesiology with hopes of coming back to his alumni to coach. more »

• UTRGV Basketball Playing In Bert Ogden Arena Play Video

  June 3, 2020 11:20 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV basketball scheduled to play at least three games at Bert Ogden Arena during the '20-21 season. Both teams playing against Texas A&M Corpus Christi on December 2nd. The men playing against New Mexico State on February 18th. more »

• Cipriano Out As Santa Rosa Boys Basketball Coach Play Video

  April 30, 2020 11:50 PM

  SANTA ROSA - It's the end of an era for Warriors hoops. The Santa Rosa school board elected to not renew the contract of Santa Rosa boys basketball coach/athletic director Johnny Cipriano Wednesday night. For those seeking answers, the school board didn't provide any. A Santa Rosa... more »

• Pep Band Headed Home Early From Las Vegas Play Video

  March 12, 2020 11:43 PM

  LAS VEGAS - The UTRGV basketball teams not the only ones affected by the cancellation of WAC Vegas. The pep band making the trip to support their Vaqueros, now headed back to the valley earlier then planned. Joel Villaneva spoke with Dr. Saul Torres about the impact. more »

• UTRGV Men's Season Ending Early Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Play Video

  March 12, 2020 11:39 PM

  LAS VEGAS - The UTRGV men's basketball team's season coming to an end early as WAC Vegas was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Joel Villanueva spoke with head coach Lew Hill about the impact it had on his staff and players. more »

• Western Athletic Conference Canceled Las Vegas Tournament Play Video

  March 12, 2020 11:37 PM

  LAS VEGAS - The Western Athletic Conference Basketball Tournament ending early in Las Vegas as a precaution to the COVID-19 pandemic. Joel Villanueva spoke with Lane Lord and Chasse Conque about the sudden decision. more »

• Walk On's Hosting WAC Tournament Watch Parties Play Video

  March 11, 2020 11:48 PM

  EDINBURG - Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux in Edinburg hosting watch parties all week for the WAC Tournament. Wednesday afternoon was the first as the women took on New Mexico State. more »

• UTRGV Men Ready For Cal State Bakersfield Play Video

  March 11, 2020 11:29 PM

  LAS VEGAS - The UTRGV men preparing to face No. 7 Ca State Bakersfield Thursday night. The Vaqueros the No. 2 seed. Joel Villanuva met with the team to see how they are feeling about the contest. more »

• UTRGV Women Fall to New Mexico State in WAC Quarterfinals Play Video

  March 11, 2020 11:27 PM

  LAS VEGAS - The UTRGV women falling to New Mexico State in the WAC Tournament Quarterfinals, 73-61. Their season coming to a close. Joel Villanueva has more. more »

• UTRGV Women Ready For Game One of WAC Tourney Play Video

  March 10, 2020 10:52 PM

  LAS VEGAS - It's the night before the UTRGV Women meet with New Mexico State for game one of the WAC Tournament. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva sat down with Head Coach Lane Lord and Grad Student Desirea Buerge to chat about the contest. more »

• UTRGV Women Preparing For New Mexico State

  March 10, 2020 9:59 PM

  LAS VEGAS - Less than 24 hours until the UTRGV women's basketball team meets with New Mexico State for game one of the WAC tournament. Joel Villanueva met with the ladies to see how they are feeling about the contest. more »

• Zhane Templeton Ready For WAC Tournament Play Video

  March 9, 2020 11:04 PM

  LAS VEGAS - Day one of WAC Vegas is in the books! The women already hitting the practice gym, getting ready for No. 5 seed New Mexico State. One Vaquero almost sitting out this tournament. Joel Villanueva has the update. more »

• Vipers Top Suns, 121-101 Play Video

  March 8, 2020 11:18 PM

  EDINBURG - RGV Vipers welcoming the Suns to the valley Saturday night. Big red walking into the contest off a Friday night win over Oklahoma City. Vipers topping the Suns, 121-101. more »

• UTRGV Upsets California Baptist University in OT, 79-76 Play Video

  March 8, 2020 11:16 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV welcoming CBU to the UTRGV Fieldhouse for the final regular season home game. The Vaqueros pulling off the upset in thrilling OT fashion, 79-76. With this win, big orange clinches the No. 2 seed for the WAC tournament in Las Vegas. more »

• 5 on 5: March 6th Play Video

  March 6, 2020 10:49 PM

  WESLACO - The Valley's high school basketball season came to end Friday night as boys teams from Los Fresnos, Santa Maria, Hidalgo, and Pioneer all dropped fourth round playoff games. The final scores were: Brandeis - 64 Los Fresnos - 52 Normangee - 55 Santa Maria -... more »

• Pioneer Moves On To Round Three Of Playoffs Play Video

  March 1, 2020 9:30 PM

  WESLACO - The area round of boys basketball playoffs wrapping up Saturday afternoon. The Pioneer Diamondbacks meeting with Miller. Big Red crushing their competition, 88-57. Moving on to the next round where they will face Corpus Christi Veterans. more »

• 5 on 5: February 25th Play Video

  February 25, 2020 11:10 PM

  WESLACO - The Valley girls basketball season came to an end Tuesday night as Edinburg and Weslaco dropped third round playoff games. Meanwhile, boys teams wrapped up the first round. Brownsville Veterans, Edinburg, Hidalgo, Donna, Santa Rosa, Weslaco, Mission Veterans, Rowe, and Santa Maria were all winners. ... more »

• 5 on 5: February 24th Play Video

  February 24, 2020 10:53 PM

  WESLACO - Boys got next. That was the story Monday as boys basketball teams opened the playoffs. Los Fresnos, Vela, Pioneer, Port Isabel, and San Perlita were all winners on the first night of the bi-district round. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has scores and highlights in this 5... more »

• Bonding Over Basketball Play Video

  February 23, 2020 11:05 PM

  MISSION - The saying #girldad has gone viral over the last few weeks. A valley duo bringing that hashtag to life. Who are they? CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• Vipers Fall to Hustle, 116-113 Play Video

  February 23, 2020 10:04 PM

  EDINBURG - Vipers welcoming the Hustle to the RGV Saturday night. Big red coming off a win Friday against Texas. Not able to capitalize, RGV falls to Memphis by three, 116-113. more »

• UTRGV Tops New Mexico State, 74-63 Play Video

  February 23, 2020 9:59 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV in action at home Saturday afternoon. The women welcoming New Mexico State, seeking revenge after falling in the Western Athletic Tournament Championship game. Big Orange getting the win, 74-63. more »

• UTRGV Gets Fifth Straight Win Over Seattle U Play Video

  February 16, 2020 11:04 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV welcoming Seattle U to the RGV for homecoming Saturday evening. The Vaqueros getting their fifth straight win 79-72. Check out the highlights. more »

• Four Straight Wins For UTRGV Men Play Video

  February 13, 2020 11:04 PM

  EDINBURG - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros men's basketball team won its fourth-straight game by defeating the Utah Valley University Wolverines 80-72 on Thursday at the UTRGV Fieldhouse in front of a crowd of 2,218. Senior Lesley Varner II led the Vaqueros (10-14, 6-5 WAC)... more »

• UTRGV Tops Chicago State, 77-68 Play Video

  February 9, 2020 5:54 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV welcoming Chicago State to the valley Saturday afternoon. The women taking over the UTRGV Fieldhouse. Bouncing back from a UMKC loss, the Vaqueros topping the Cougars, 77-68. more »

• 5 on 5: February 7th Play Video

  February 7, 2020 11:25 PM

  WESLACO - They're the champions! District champions to be exact. Brownsville Jubilee's girls secured the 32-3A title with a win Friday night. Other action saw the Los Fresnos boys team down Hanna in district play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has your 5 on 5 update. more »

• Pioneer Basketball Undefeated In District Play Video

  February 7, 2020 11:04 PM

  MISSION - The high school basketball season has been twice as nice for Pioneer. As CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross explains, the boys and girls teams have been dominant in their respective districts. more »

• UTRGV Men and Women Split Thursday WAC games Play Video

  February 6, 2020 11:06 PM

  EDINBURG – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros women’s basketball team fell 72-58 to the Kansas City Roos on Thursday at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. Redshirt junior Amara Graham led UTRGV (9-13, 4-5 WAC) with 14 points by making a career-high four three-pointers. Redshirt sophomore Ashlei Lopez... more »

• UTRGV Upsets CSU Bakersfield, 70-59 Play Video

  February 2, 2020 7:43 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV basketball upset CSU Bakersfield at the UTRGV Fieldhouse Saturday night, 70-59. This win sitting them at 3-5 in conference, in the number eight spot in the standings. Check out the highlights. more »

• Vipers Fall to Lakers, 128-113 Play Video

  February 2, 2020 7:41 PM

  EDINBURG - The RGV Vipers were at home Saturday night welcoming the South Bay Lakers. Big Red looking to bounce back after their recent home loss to Agua Caliente. Vipers chalking up their second straight L. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: January 29th Play Video

  January 29, 2020 10:47 PM

  LAREDO - St. Joseph's boys traveled to St. Augustine for a TAPPS district game Wednesday night. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the recap. more »

• UTRGV Falls to New Mexico State, 67-62 Play Video

  January 25, 2020 11:42 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV welcomed New Mexico State to the valley Saturday evening. The Vaqueros looking to give the Aggies their first conference loss. Big orange not able to get it done, falling 67-62. more »

• 5 on 5: January 24th Play Video

  January 24, 2020 10:58 PM

  WESLACO - Friday night's 5 on 5 coverage saw three district leaders stay perfect in district play. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: January 21st Play Video

  January 21, 2020 11:27 PM

  WESLACO - Tonight's 5 on 5 highlights consist of four contests. Brownsville Porter visiting Donna for district 32-5A. The Cowboys getting the win in overtime fashion, 44-38. Palmview on the road at Sharyland for district district 31-5A. Lobos coming out on top, 58-52. Pioneer hosting PSJA Southwest... more »

• 5 on 5: January 17th Play Video

  January 17, 2020 10:51 PM

  WESLACO - High school basketball playoffs are a month away. Between now and then, Valley teams will be trying to pick up crucial district wins to make the postseason. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has our 5 on 5 update. more »

• 5 on 5: January 14th Play Video

  January 15, 2020 12:15 AM

  WESLACO - Many teams hitting the hardwood Tuesday night for some 5 on 5 action. Our sports team making it out to a few contests. La Feria welcoming Zapata for a district 32-4A match up. Hawks getting the win, 52-46. In district 32-5A, Donna made the trip... more »

• UTRGV Men Top Chicago State, 87-63 Play Video

  January 11, 2020 10:53 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV Men hosting Chicago State Saturday evening. Lew Hill and company looking to make their conference record 2-1 before facing Seattle U. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: January 10th Play Video

  January 10, 2020 10:55 PM

  HARLINGEN - High school basketball bounced back Friday night with the start of district play in 32-6A. Harlingen's girls picked up where they left off last season, taking out rival San Benito for another district win. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the recap. more »

• UTRGV Men Conquer UMKC 76-64 Play Video

  January 9, 2020 10:59 PM

  EDINBURG - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros men's basketball team won its Western Athletic Conference (WAC) home opener 76-64 over the Kansas City Roos on Thursday at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. Junior Javon Levi led the Vaqueros (5-10, 1-1 WAC) by posting his second double-double of... more »

• 5 on 5: December 31 Play Video

  December 31, 2019 11:50 PM

  WESLACO - Check out the highlights of teams ending 2019 with one last game! GIRLS: Harlingen 57 Vela 54 BOYS: Edinburg North 51 Harlingen South 63 IDEA Frontier 34 Santa Rosa 92 Donna 52 PSJA North 66 more »

• Biggest Sports Moments in 2019 Play Video

  December 31, 2019 11:41 PM

  WESLACO - 2019 was full of great sports moments. Football, basketball, baseball, and so much more. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross picked out a few to highlight. more »

• 5 on 5: December 30th Play Video

  December 30, 2019 11:20 PM

  Check out high school basketball highlights from all over the valley! BOYS: Los Fresnos 62 Pace 55 GIRLS: PSJA North 37 Edinburg 47 IDEA Donna 29 La Feria 59 Donna North 20 Pace 41 more »

• 5 on 5: December 28th Play Video

  December 28, 2019 10:47 PM

  LOS FRESNOS - The Holiday Hoops Tournament wrapping up today. Teams looking to clinch their pool titles. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: December 27th Play Video

  December 27, 2019 10:50 PM

  WESLACO - Valley high school athletes back in action as Holiday Tournaments take place all over the valley. Check out the highlights from some of the contests. more »

• Los Fresnos Takes City of Palms Tournament Title Play Video

  December 21, 2019 10:48 PM

  MCALLEN - The City of Palms Tournament wrapping up Saturday evening. The host Rowe and Los Fresnos in the championship game. The Falcons getting their second straight tournament title. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: December 17th Play Video

  December 17, 2019 11:10 PM

  WESLACO - District play began Tuesday night for Valley girls basketball teams, while boys teams continued non-district action. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights in this 5 on 5 update. more »

• Mexico City-Based Team to Join NBA G-League

  December 12, 2019 9:17 PM

  MEXICO CITY – The NBA G-League, the organization's official minor league, and Capitanes, a professional basketball team based in Mexico City, announced Thursday that Capitanes will join the NBA G-League as its first team from outside the U.S. and Canada. The team becomes the G-League’s 29th team and will... more »

• Hartenstein Leads Vipers In Tuesday Win Play Video

  December 10, 2019 11:29 PM

  EDINBURG - A return to their home court proved to be just what the Vipers needed. Tuesday night, the Valley's pro basketball team snapped a three-game losing streak with a 142-128 win over Iowa. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the update. You can watch all of the Vipers'... more »

• UTRGV Men's Basketball Wraps Up Homestand With Victory

  December 6, 2019 11:39 PM

  EDINBURG - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros men's basketball team finished the home stand 3-1 by defeating the Mid-America Christian University Evangels 92-50 on Friday at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. Freshman Quinton Johnson II led the Vaqueros (4-5) with a career-high 20 points on 7-of-11... more »

• Agustus Shines In The Valley Play Video

  December 4, 2019 7:17 PM

  EDINBURG - UTRGV women's basketball coach Lane Lord says Jordan Agustus has a chance to be the best player in the conference. CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez has more on the transfer, and the impact she's made so far. more »

• Vipers Break Eight Game Losing Streak Play Video

  December 1, 2019 11:19 PM

  EDINBURG - The RGV Vipers hosting the South Bay Lakers Saturday night. Big Red ending their eight game losing streak with a final score of 133-129. The Vipers on the road Monday December 2nd to meet with the Mad Ants of Fort Wayne. more »

• Mission Topping Mission Veterans in Thanksgiving Tournament Play Video

  December 1, 2019 12:01 AM

  MISSION - Mission hosted the Thanksgiving Tournament Saturday afternoon. Mission and Mission Veterans reaching the championship game. The Eagles taking the title 49-46. Check out the highlights. more »

• UTRGV Crushes Texas A&M International, 79-52 Play Video

  November 26, 2019 12:17 AM

  EDINBURG - The UTRGV Men getting the W Monday night against Texas A&M International. The Vaqueros now 2-4 on the season. Check out the highlights! more »

• Weslaco Girls Top Harlingen at Border Brawl Play Video

  November 23, 2019 11:02 PM

  MCALLEN - Weslaco and Harlingen girls making it to the championship game at the Border Brawl. The Panthers getting the tile with a final score of 58-45. Check out the highlights. more »

• Harlingen Cardinals Reigning Chick-Fil-A Mid-Valley Champions Play Video

  November 17, 2019 1:07 AM

  WESLACO - The Lady Cardinals meeting with Tuloso-Midway for the Chick-Fil-A Mid-Valley Classic championship game. Big Red taking the title for the second straight year, 47-35. Check out the highlights. more »

• Vipers Drop Home Opener to Spurs, 131-124 Play Video

  November 9, 2019 11:24 PM

  EDINBURG, Texas (VIPERS) - The Rio Grande Valley Vipers (1-1) faced the Austin Spurs (1-1) at home and came up short 131-124 on Saturday night. In the first quarter Houston Rockets assignee, Isaiah Hartenstein, scored eight points to give the Vipers an 8-0 lead. The Spurs took the lead... more »

• 1 on 1 - Coach Lew Hill Play Video

  October 29, 2019 10:52 PM

  WESLACO - College basketball is back with the UTRGV men's team looking to build on one of the best seasons in program history. Coach Lew Hill stopped by CHANNEL 5 Tuesday to go 1 on 1 with Joel Villanueva. more »

• Vaqueros Enjoy Madness To Tipoff Season Play Video

  October 22, 2019 7:24 PM

  EDINBURG - The start of the Valley's college basketball season got off to an electric start with "Midnight Madness" at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the recap. more »

• UTRGV Men's Basketball Schedule Released Play Video

  September 2, 2019 12:14 AM

  EDINBURG (UTRGV) – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Sunday that the men’s basketball team will play 31 games leading up to the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Tournament, including 14 at home, starting on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 2019 NIT participant South... more »

• Von Rosenberg Inspires Valley Kids To Chase Hoop Dreams Play Video

  July 31, 2019 10:54 PM

  MISSION - Former Sharyland standout Jaret Von Rosenberg returned home this week to host a basketball camp at IDEA North Mission. The Texas A&M-Commerce men's basketball coach is hoping to inspire Valley athletes to follow in his footsteps. CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez reports. more »

• Rowe's Yebra Playing Ball For Mexican National Team Play Video

  July 23, 2019 10:58 PM

  WESLACO - A Valley high school basketball player is taking his game to the international stage this summer. Rowe junior Louie Yebra is suiting up for Mexico's U17 national team at the FIBA Centrobasket Championship in Puerto Rico. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross spoke to Yebra about the upcoming... more »

• Nike Brings Youth Camp To The Valley Play Video

  June 18, 2019 7:32 PM

  HARLINGEN - A basketball camp put on by Nike is giving Valley athletes a chance to work on their game this week. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross reports. more »

• UTRGV Hosts Shooting Camp for Youth Play Video

  June 8, 2019 7:26 PM

  EDINBURG - Kids are taking over the UTRGV Fieldhouse as the Men's Basketball program hosts a youth shooting camp. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross attended the event to see what the kids would be learning. more »

• Garcia Makes San Isidro History Play Video

  May 24, 2019 11:15 PM

  SAN ISIDRO - Jenny Garcia is taking her talents to the next level. In the process, she's making program history for the Tigers. Our Ruben Juarez has the story in Starr County. more »

• Harlingen Welcomes New Head Basketball Coach Play Video

  May 19, 2019 10:41 PM

  HARLINGEN - As the 2019 boys basketball season came to an end, there was a feeling of change in the air. Former head coach Greg Yates serving his last year with the Cardinals. His replacement, Clayton Cretors. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross met with Cretors to see how he's... more »

• Vipers Capture Third NBA G-League Title

  April 12, 2019 11:22 PM

  LONG ISLAND, NY – The Rio Grande Valley Vipers defeated the Long Island Nets 129-112 Friday night to capture their third NBA G-League championship. Rio Grande Valley came out hot and never looked back. The Vipers scored a whopping 38 points in the first quarter while holding the... more »

• How The West Was Won Play Video

  April 3, 2019 11:43 PM

  EDINBURG - The Vipers are two wins away from clinching their third NBA G-League title. Tuesday night, the Valley's pro basketball team used a second-quarter explosion to pull away from Santa Cruz for a 144-125 victory. CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez has more on the Vipers' western conference championship night. more »

• UTRGV Women Headed to WBI Tournament Play Video

  March 19, 2019 11:26 PM

  EDINBURG - As the season slowly comes to an end, every athletes asks 'what's next'? For the UTRGV Women's basketball team, the answer is the Women's Basketball Invitational. "Super excited, glad we got another chance to play and play some more,' said Madison Northcutt. "I'm super excited,... more »

• UTRGV Back in the Post-Season for the Second Straight Year Play Video

  March 19, 2019 10:02 PM

  EDINBURG - The Vaqueros are back in the post-season for the second straight year. In 2018, they played an away contest at New Orleans, and lost. This time, they'll play at home on wednesday night in the cit-tournament against grambling state. "Super proud," said Johhny Cornograc. "Obviously,... more »

• UTRGV Women Playing Postseason Ball

  March 18, 2019 11:08 PM

  EDINBURG – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Monday that the women’s basketball team has accepted an invitation to take part in the 10 th annual Women’s Basketball Invitational (WBI), marking the fourth postseason appearance in program history, starting with a road... more »

• Vaqueros Get A Spot In The CIT

  March 18, 2019 11:00 PM

  EDINBURG – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Sunday that the men’s basketball team will host Grambling State in the opening round of the CollegeInsider.com Tournament (CIT) on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. The CIT uses the... more »

• UTRGV Women Advance To WAC Championship Play Video

  March 15, 2019 11:18 PM

  LAS VEGAS – Second-seeded The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) women's basketball went on a 21-1 run midway through the second half to come from behind and beat third-seeded CSU Bakersfield 69-58 in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Tournament Semifinals on Friday at Orleans Arena UTRGV... more »

• Vaqueros Win First WAC Tourney Game Play Video

  March 14, 2019 10:50 PM

  LAS VEGAS – Fourth-seeded The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) men's basketball team hit 15 of its first 18 shots to win its first-ever Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Tournament game by beating fifth-seeded CSU Bakersfield 85-70 in the quarterfinals on Thursday at Orleans Arena. UTRGV (19-15)... more »

• Next Stop: WACVegas Play Video

  March 11, 2019 7:50 PM

  WESLACO - UTRGV basketball is off to Las Vegas for the conference tournament, which tips off Wednesday for the women's team and Thursday for the men's team. Before his team departed the Valley, men's coach Lew Hill stopped by CHANNEL 5 to talk Vaqueros hoops. more »

• Tough Thursday For UTRGV Hoops Play Video

  March 7, 2019 11:07 PM

  EDINBURG - Both UTRGV basketball teams ended their regular seasons with losses to Cal Baptist. At the Fieldhouse in Edinburg, the men's team forced overtime only to come up short 82-79. The women's team rallied from 22 points down, but missed a tying-three at the buzzer for a 66-63 loss.... more »

• Vipers Fall To Raptors 905 Play Video

  March 6, 2019 11:00 PM

  EDINBURG - The Valley's pro basketball couldn't keep up with Raptors 905 Wednesday night, dropping a 113-97 decision at Bert Ogden Arena. Rockets assignee Isaiah Hartenstein led RGV with 28 points and 17 rebounds. Fellow Rockets assignee Terrence Jones chipped in with 20 points. The Vipers (30-15) are a game... more »

• Azubell Reflects On Time At UTRGV Play Video

  March 6, 2019 9:03 PM

  EDINBURG - Vela graduate Daniela Azubell has cherished her time on the UTRGV women's basketball team. With the season winding down, the redshirt senior took time to reflect on her college experience. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story from the Fieldhouse. more »

• UTRGV Women Sneak Past UMKC, 67-64 Play Video

  March 3, 2019 6:57 PM

  EDINBURG (UTRGV) – In a game that featured 11 lead changes and nine ties in the second half, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) women's basketball team won its program record 10th conference game by beating Kansas City 67-64 on Saturday at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. UTRGV... more »

• 5 on 5: March 1st Play Video

  March 1, 2019 11:08 PM

  SAN ANTONIO - The stakes were high for Valley boys basketball teams. A win Friday would mean a spot in Saturday's regional final. Vela, San Perlita, and Santa Rosa all failed to advance at the regional tourney. Vela was knocked out by Steele 68-58. San Perlita fell to Hearne 76-61.... more »

• Boys Headed To Regional Tournaments Play Video

  February 28, 2019 11:09 PM

  EDINBURG - It's time to lace up the sneakers for another round of playoff games. Three Valley boys basketball teams departed Thursday for regional tournaments in San Antonio, Seguin, and San Marcos. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva caught up with the SaberCats, Warriors, and Trojans before they hit the road. more »

• 5 on 5: February 26th Play Video

  February 26, 2019 11:39 PM

  ZAPATA - Three Valley boys basketball teams swept their competition in Tuesday night's third round playoff games. Vela used a late, three-point play to top state ranked United. Santa Rosa took out Goliad in Kingsville. San Perlita held on late to beat Flatonia. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the highlights... more »