Bradley Benson

Albuquerque

Digital Sports Reporter and Producer at KRQE-TV (Albuquerque, NM)

Digital Sports Reporter/Producer @krqe | Chapman alum

Articles

United match ends in draw for first time this season

2 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico United and Colorado Springs Switchbacks played to a 1-1 draw on Saturday night. It was the first time this season that United left a regular reason match with one point. The black and yellow’s lone goal came in the 21st minute. Marlon Vargas struck a one-timer off a rebound from the top of the box and scored his first goal of the regular season. Colorado Springs got on the board in the 41st minute off an own-goal from New Mexico United captain Kalen Ryden.
Sanchez loses BKFC title by unanimous decision

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – 3,300 fans came to Tingley Coliseum on Friday night to witness BKFC 75. The night was headlined by the middleweight championship between the current champion, David Mundell, and Albuquerque’s Donald Sanchez. Sanchez was knocked down three times throughout the bout but got up every time. After five two minute rounds, Mundell won by unanimous decision. The judges scored the fight 94-43, 50,42, 94-43.
Timéo Pons commits to New Mexico basketball

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Another international player has committed to play for the Lobo basketball team. The latest is Timéo Pons, a 6′-8″ guard from France. Pons, 18, comes to UNM after spending the last few seasons with Nanteree. This season in the France-ProA U21, he averaged 14.5 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.5 steals. With the addition of Pons, 14 players are committed to play for the Lobos this season. The team will begin summer workouts later this month.
Alex Tambakis nearing more USL history

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Alex Tambakis is already one of the most accomplished goalkeepers in USL history. He has another opportunity to add to his legacy on Saturday. United’s longtime keeper is already the all-time saves leader in league history. But he said his next accolade is the one that means the most to him. The all-time clean sheets leader. He is currently one away from that mark. “Yeah, I mean it’s going to be special,” he said.
2025 New Mexico Bowl to celebrate 20th anniversary in December

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Dates and times for 2025 college football bowl games have been announced. For the second year in a row, the Isleta New Mexico Bowl will take place the week between Christmas and the new year. This season, the bowl will celebrate its 20th anniversary. The game will kick of on Saturday, December 27 at 3:45 p.m. MT. It will be televised on ESPN.
New Mexico United takes on Colorado Springs in next match

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In this week’s Black and Yellow Report, KRQE Sports Director Van Tate, KRQE Sports Reporter Jared Chester, and Digital Sports Reporter Bradley Benson talk United’s loss against Phoenix in the USL Cup, preview the club’s next match, and more. While United lost the match, the club still gained a point in group play because the game was decided in penalty kicks. The result did not count towards regular-season standings.
UNM signs XC/T&F coach to five-year extension

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Darren Gauson has only been with the UNM cross county and track and field programs for two seasons. On Wednesday, the University announced that the head coach has signed a five-year contract extension that will keep him at UNM through the 2029-2030 season. “Darren has elevated every aspect of our program,” said Lovo. “In just two years, he’s built a championship culture and a team that consistently performs on the national stage.
Sanchez happy to be overlooked ahead of BKFC title fight

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque’s Donald Sanchez will enter the BKFC squared circle with a title on the line on Friday night. His opponent, David Mundell, is the current middleweight champion and ranked as BKFC’s pound-for-pound champion. For Mundell, Friday night is just another fight. He has multiple title defenses and is riding a five-fight knockout streak. To him, Sanchez isn’t really worthy of the fight.
Cleveland junior named Gatorade NM baseball player of the year

3 weeks ago | krqe.com | Bradley Benson

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 03:06 PM MDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 03:06 PM MDT SHARE RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The 2025 Gatorade New Mexico baseball player of the year was announced on Tuesday. This year, the honor went to Cleveland junior Anthony Del Angel. The 6-4 utility player boasted one of the best bats in New Mexico this season.
Cleveland junior named Gatorade NM baseball player of the year

3 weeks ago | sports.yahoo.com | Bradley Benson

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The 2025 Gatorade New Mexico baseball player of the year was announced on Tuesday. This year, the honor went to Cleveland junior Anthony Del Angel. The 6-4 utility player boasted one of the best bats in New Mexico this season. Del Angel hit .534 with 28 RBI and 17 extra-base hits and 7 home runs. He also was 13-13 on stolen base attempts. AdvertisementDel Angel is committed to play in college at the University of Oklahoma.