James King

El Paso

Sports Director at KFOX-TV (El Paso, TX)

Sports Director at KDBC-TV (El Paso, TX)

Sports Director @KFOX14 and @CBS4Local | Fantasy Football Commissioner (2013-2018) | Journalism grad @OhioState '18 | Formerly @KTVOTV @KTULNews | #trifecta

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Region 19 Female Flag Football jerseys unveiled

1 week ago | cbs4local.com | James King

El Paso, TX — The excitement continues for the Region 19 Female Flag Football Pilot and Championship as players, coaches, and community partners gathered for a special jersey unveiling ceremony on Monday. This celebratory event marks a major milestone as each high school team receives its official jersey for the upcoming season — a powerful symbol of pride, unity, and the growing momentum behind female flag football in the El Paso region.
El Paso Chihuahuas ready for 2025 season opener against Salt Lake Bees

4 weeks ago | kfoxtv.com | James King

It's Opening Day across the MLB, but here in El Paso we're just a day away from the start of the El Paso Chihuahuas season opener. The Chihuahuas will start the 2025 campaign at home against the Salt Lake Bees at home inside Southwest University Park. With Spring Training done, the club's team has made their way back to the Sun City ahead of Friday's opener. El Paso has their manager, Pete Zamora, back at the helm for the second season in a row.
UFC referee Joel Ojeda turns personal tragedy into a mission of hope

1 month ago | kfoxtv.com | James King

Joel Ojeda, known in the UFC world as "The Bearded Ref," has made a name for himself as the first referee from El Paso to reach the sport's top level. A graduate of legendary UFC referee Herb Dean’s school, Ojeda has officiated numerous high-profile bouts, but his most significant fight is one that hits closer to home. I went from doing local shows to doing televised shows to doing Pay Per View fights," Ojeda said.
'Never gave up': Carson Fiske's story of determination

Nov 17, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A week before the postseason and the Canutillo Eagles are hard at work, with the hopes of a deep playoff run. “I've been playing with a lot of these kids since I first started. Honestly, coming here, playing for Coach Brooks, his honor, done a lot of great things,” said junior linebacker Carson Fiske. Fiske is looking to contribute to his team’s success any way he can, helping his Eagles to another nine-win season and appearance in the postseason.
Tony the Tiger reclaims Sun Bowl title partnership

Jul 2, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — As football teams require GR-R-REAT teamwork on the field, WK Kellogg Co. and the Sun Bowl Association have found that the two are spectacular teammates when it comes to hosting the annual Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. Because of that, there is a renewed contract for WK Kellogg Co. to sponsor the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game for at least two more years.
75 Years of Legacy: From Barrio Boys to State Champions with the team's sole survivor

May 24, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King |Rudy Reyes

EL PASO, Texas (CBS4) — As fans filed into Nemo Herrera Memorial Baseball Field to watch this year's Bears play in the postseason, many may not know the magical run the stadium's namesake took them on 75 years ago. But as the sun sets on another season of baseball in the Borderland, memories of glory come flooding back for Alfonso Lopez. Lopez is the last remaining member of the 1949 Bowie Baseball State Championship Team.
New Mexico denied wagering access to 150th Kentucky Derby in simulcast dispute

Apr 30, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King

SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KFOX14/CBS4) — Just days until the biggest race day in the entire world. But when the gates swing open at the 150th Kentucky Derby, in New Mexico there won't be a single dollar wagered at any casino in the state. It comes after the Kentucky HBPA, which represents the state’s horsemen, denied approval for the simulcast of the race to the state of New Mexico.
Blue Blaze beats Orange Swarm in debut of Scotty Walden's new style, QB decision looms

Apr 20, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King

In the first public showcase of Scotty Walden’s Miners, the Blue Blaze team took down the Orange Swarm 39-35. A game winning touchdown pass from junior quarterback Cade McConnell to sophomore wide receiver Kenny Odom as time expired lifted their side to the win. “We told him, if we get a stop, we're going to go score and win,” said Odom. “And that was the mindset for everyone on the field.
Socorro softball's Lomeli signs letter of intent

Apr 15, 2024 | kfoxtv.com | James King

On Monday afternoon, Socorro senior Anais Lomeli signed her letter of intent with the University of the Southwest. Lomeli, who plays first base and catcher, is batting .304 with 14 RBI and three home runs for the Bulldogs. Socorro is 24-8-3 on the year, and are sitting at 10-4 in district play which has them good enough for third in District 1-6A. Just two games remaining in the regular season, its Coronado on Tuesday and Americas on Friday to finish off the year.
Socorro softball's Lomeli signs letter of intent

Apr 15, 2024 | cbs4local.com | James King

On Monday afternoon, Socorro senior Anais Lomeli signed her letter of intent with the University of the Southwest. Lomeli, who plays first base and catcher, is batting .304 with 14 RBI and three home runs for the Bulldogs. Socorro is 24-8-3 on the year, and are sitting at 10-4 in district play which has them good enough for third in District 1-6A. Just two games remaining in the regular season, its Coronado on Tuesday and Americas on Friday to finish off the year.