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Nevada romps to a win; Wolf Pack downs Eastern Washington, 49-16 on Saturday at Mackay Stadium

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September 21, 2024

Nevada romps to a win; Wolf Pack downs Eastern Washington, 49-16 on Saturday at Mackay Stadium

Nevada (2-3) has a bye this week, then plays at San Jose State (3-1) on Oct. 5

The Nevada running game was outstanding and the Wolf Pack defense was stout as the Wolf Pack football team got Jeff Choate his first home win as the Pack’s head coach.

The Wolf Pack rolled over Eastern Washington, 49-16, Saturday at Mackay Stadium, the most points the Pack has scored since the 2021 season.

The Wolf Pack offensive line deserves kudos as Patrick Garwo scored three touchdowns, he rushed 10 times for 63 yards and Savion Red scored twice while running 10 times for 117 yards.

Nevada quarterback Brendon Lewis also posted some good numbers, completing 16-of-22 passes for 193 yards and two scores, to Marcus Bellon and Jaden Smith. Lewis also ran for 65 yards as Nevada improved to 2-3 overall. Eastern Washington dropped to 1-3. Bellon a Truckee grad, finished with five catches for 83 yards. He also had two punt returns for 50 yards.

Nevada last scored 49 points in a win over Colorado State on Nov. 27, 2021.

Smith said the Pack is going in the right direction and needs to build off Saturday’s win. The Pack is heading into a by week.

“We’re not there yet, so we’ll celebrate this victory and get back to work tomorrow,” Smith said.

Jeff Choate and Eastern Washington coach Aaron Best faced off twice before Saturday, when Choate was Montana State head coach and Eastern Washington won both meetings (2017-18).

“Clearly, we’re playing down a level of competition and they’re playing up a level of competition, I get that,” Choate said. “But, by the same token, the same thing happened here last year and the result was a little bit different.”

Idaho, an FCS school, beat Nevada last season at Mackay Stadium.

Pack D

Nevada’s defense shut down the Eagles for three quarters, and led, 35-3 until giving up a touchdown with 12 minutes, 30 seconds remaining

Nevada’s Michael Coates Jr. had an interception in the first quarter, for the Wolf Pack’s third pick of the season.

The Pack was without linebacker Drue Watts, out with an injury. He has been the team’s leading tacker, but he is expected to return before the next game. The Pack was also without one of its best offensive player, Jace Henry. Choayte said he could miss a few weeks.

Backups Get in

AJ Bianco went in at quarterback for the Pack with 8:18 remaining as did running Caleb Ramseur. Ramseur promptly ran for 56 yards on nine carries.

Bishop Manogue grad Marshaun Braun also got his first catch of the season, on a short pass from Bianco. McQueen grad Ashton Hayes also had a reception from Bianco to put the Pack on the 9-yard line with three minutes remaining. Red then scored his second TD of the game.

Yellow Flags

Nevada was hurt by penalties, although it didn’t show in the score. The Wolf Pack had two touchdowns called back due to penalties.

Nevada was called for eight penalties for 95 yards. Eastern Washington was called for three penalties for 35 yards.

Half

Nevada led, 21-3 at halftime after Garwo scored twice in the first half. The Pack defense had a goal-line stand to hold the Eagles to a field goal after Eastern Washington had the ball inside the one-yard line in the second quarter.

Series History

Saturday’s game between the Wolf Pack and Eagles was the 10th all-time, and the second since Nevada moved to FBS in 1992.

Nevada beat the Eagles, 49-24, in Reno in on Sept. 2, 2010. Prior to that, the teams had met eight times in Big Sky action.

Up Next

Nevada has a bye this week, then plays at San Jose State on Oct. 5 (4:30 p.m., TV – truTV).

The Spartans (3-1) lost in double overtime at Washington State (4-0), 54-52, on Friday night.

San Jose State also has a bye this week before hosting Nevada.

The Pack will play one final non-conference game Oct. 12, against Oregon State.

Choate said he plans to be out recruiting next weekend over the bye week.

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Second annual Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival celebrates Tahoe winter recreation at SnowFest

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March 4, 2026

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Second annual Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival celebrates Tahoe winter recreation at SnowFest

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. – It’s time to “free your heels” and embrace Tahoe’s winter recreation at the Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival on March 7. Whether you’re a seasoned pro at cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, or you’re trying to get your feet wet, Saturday’s event is teeming with nature, brews, and camaraderie.

The Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival takes place Saturday, March 7

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Travel North Tahoe Nevada (TNTNV) is teaming up with Nevada Nordic, Tahoe Multisport, Alibi Ale Works, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation and other local partners in the wondrous Tahoe Meadows, providing attendees a chance to engage with outdoor recreation experts, check out free cross-country and snowshoe rentals, and more.

“We’re excited to see the Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival enter its second year, building on last year’s strong community response. In collaboration with our local partners, this event is thoughtfully curated with residents in mind – offering free equipment for the day, expert instruction, locally crafted brews, and other experiences in a welcoming setting,” said Andy Chapman, President and CEO of Travel North Tahoe Nevada. “It’s designed to make it easy for residents to get outside, try something new, and bring people together. Events like this reflect the spirit of North Lake Tahoe and what’s possible when our community comes together.”

Along with opportunities to test out free demos and rentals, there will be live music, beer tasting and races.

Tahoe Meadows is known for its gentle trails, and is a popular spot for snowshoeing due to its flat terrain. This event, located near Chickadee Ridge, will offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

This family-friendly event is on the second to last day of the 10-day SnowFest winter festival that’s been taking place in the North Lake Tahoe area. It starts bright and early at 9 a.m. and will close out at 2 p.m.

“Nevada Nordic is thrilled to be a part of SnowFest again this year,” said Meghan Pry, Nevada Nordic Board Member. “We love sharing our passion for cross-country skiing and watching our community grow. We are proud to keep winter recreation accessible by offering free access to our 20km trail network. This is the perfect opportunity for our community to gather together and free our heels!”

For more information about the Nevada Nordic Freeheel Festival or to check out the SnowFest schedule, visit tahoesnowfest.org.

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Earthquake swarm rattles central Nevada near Tonopah along newly identified fault

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March 4, 2026

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Earthquake swarm rattles central Nevada near Tonopah along newly identified fault

A swarm of earthquakes has been rattling a remote stretch of central Nevada near Tonopah, including a magnitude 4.0 quake that hit near Warm Springs Tuesday morning.

Seismologists said the activity is typical for Nevada, where clusters of earthquakes can flare up in a concentrated area. “This is a very Nevada-style earthquake sequence. We have these a lot where we just see an uptick in activity in a certain spot,” said Christie Rowe, director of the Nevada Seismological Lab.

The latest magnitude 4.0 quake struck east of Tonopah near Warm Springs. The largest earthquake in the swarm so far has measured a 4.2.

What has stood out to researchers is the fault involved. Rowe said the earthquakes are occurring along a fault stretching along the southern edge of the Monitor and Antelope ranges — and that it was previously unknown to scientists. “We didn’t know this fault was there. It’s a new fault to us — not to the Earth, obviously — but it was previously unknown,” Rowe said.

For now, the earthquakes have remained moderate. Rowe said the lab would not deploy additional temporary sensors unless activity increases to around a magnitude 5 or greater.

Seismologists said they are continuing to watch the swarm closely as Nevada works to bring the ShakeAlert early warning system to the state. The program, already active in neighboring states, can send cellphone alerts seconds before shaking arrives. “For me, it’s a really high priority. That distance to the faults gives us enough time to warn people — and that can make a big difference in reducing injuries and damage,” Rowe said.

Seismologists encouraged anyone who feels shaking to report it through the U.S. Geological Survey’s “Did You Feel It” system, saying even small quakes can help scientists better understand Nevada’s seismic activity.

Experts said the swarm is worth monitoring but is not cause for alarm. They noted that earthquakes like the 5.8 that hit near Yerington in December 2024 typically happen in Nevada about every eight to 10 years, and said they will continue monitoring the current activity closely.

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Kalshi Enforcement Action Belongs in Nevada Court, Judge Says

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March 3, 2026

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Kalshi Enforcement Action Belongs in Nevada Court, Judge Says

Nevada state court is the proper venue for reviewing whether KalshiEX LLC is improperly accepting sports wagers without a license, a federal district court said.

The Nevada Gaming Control Board showed that the state statutes under which it seeks relief don’t require interpreting federal law, Judge Miranda M. Du of the US District Court for the District of Nevada said in a Monday order. The board’s action is now remanded to the First Judicial District Court in Carson City, Nev., the order said.

The board in 2025 urged Kalshi, a financial services company, to get a gaming license, but the …

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