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All content by Patrick Engel

Engel: Five final thoughts on covering SMU sports

Patrick Engel
May 9, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Two former SMU football players sign undrafted free agent contracts, third earns mini-camp invite

Patrick Engel
May 1, 2017

SMU men’s golf makes first postseason appearance in two years, places fourth in AAC championship’s top 25

Patrick Engel
April 25, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

How two SEC transfers took distinctive paths to SMU

Patrick Engel
April 10, 2017
Photo Credit: SMU Athletics

SMU knocks off Abilene Christian, advances to WNIT third round

Patrick Engel
March 20, 2017

The 3-pointer, the free throw, the timeout decision, and the devastation – how 36 seconds ended SMU’s run before it started

Patrick Engel
March 18, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU squanders late lead, falls to USC in NCAA Tournament

Patrick Engel
March 17, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Shake Milton returns to a familiar place for his most anticipated basketball moment

Patrick Engel
March 16, 2017
Photo credit: Patrick Engel

Tim Jankovich gets his NCAA Tournament shot with a team fit perfectly for him

Patrick Engel
March 15, 2017
Forget the seed – AAC Tournament champ SMU happy to be back, and to have a chance

Forget the seed – AAC Tournament champ SMU happy to be back, and to have a chance

Patrick Engel
March 12, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU handles Cincinnati, wins second AAC tournament title in three seasons

Patrick Engel
March 12, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Sterling Brown locked in as SMU advances to AAC Tournament title game

Patrick Engel
March 11, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Observations: Brown, Milton help SMU beat UCF 70-59, advance to AAC Tournament Final

Patrick Engel
March 11, 2017
SMU's Sterling Brown (3) dribbles up the court in the first half of SMU's 70-59 win against UCF in the AAC tournament semifinals on March 11, 2017. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU knocks off UCF, advances to AAC Tournament finals

Patrick Engel
March 11, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

There’s a trend emerging: Semi Ojeleye makes SMU’s offense go

Patrick Engel
March 10, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Observations: Semi Ojeleye’s big day helps SMU get by ECU

Patrick Engel
March 10, 2017
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU survives ECU in AAC Tournament opener

Patrick Engel
March 10, 2017
SMU senior guard Jonathan Wilfong cuts down the nets after SMU won the outright AAC title with a 103-62 win vs. Memphis on March 4, 2017. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Jonathan Wilfong makes the most of his well-deserved Senior Day opportunity

Patrick Engel
March 5, 2017
Photo Credit: Patrick Engel

SMU overcomes slow start, comes back to beat Houston

Patrick Engel
February 18, 2017
SMU guard Ben Emelogu II (21) scored 11 points off the bench in SMU's 60-51 win vs. Cincinnati. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

Ben Emelogu – and the appreciation for him – comes to life in SMU’s win vs. Cincinnati

Patrick Engel
February 13, 2017

SMU toughs one out in Philadelphia, beats Temple 66-50

Patrick Engel
February 9, 2017
SMU's Sterling Brown takes the ball up the court in SMU's Jan. 19 win vs. UConn. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU’s Sterling Brown, the ‘fighter by nature,’ becoming a scorer by nature too

Patrick Engel
February 9, 2017
SMU head football coach Chad Morris takes a phone call from a recruit during a National Signing Day Celebration luncheon. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU’s 2017 signing class: quick facts, signee facts, Chad Morris’ take on each member

Patrick Engel
February 1, 2017
Photo Credit: SMU Athletics.

Just fine without Foster: SMU outduels UCF on the road, wins fourth straight

Patrick Engel
January 25, 2017
SMU guard Shake Milton (1) defends Houston's Galen Robinson Jr. during SMU's 84-64 win vs. the Cougars on Jan. 21, 2017. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

On everyone’s SMU, Shake Milton’s poise – and his play – becoming vital

Patrick Engel
January 25, 2017
SMU WR Courtland Sutton (16) gets ready to catch a pass in SMU's Sept. 17, 2016 game vs. Liberty. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

‘I’m committed to being the best wide receiver in college football next season.’ Courtland Sutton puts off NFL, returns to SMU

Patrick Engel
January 11, 2017
Tim Jankovich with his son, Michael, at a basketball camp when Michael was in elementary school. (Photo credit: Tim Jankovich)

How do college coaches decide their level of involvement in their sons’ athletic careers?

Patrick Engel
January 4, 2017
Ben Moore (00) looks to pass as Zak Irvin defends on Friday at Madison Square Garden. (Photo Credit: SMU Athletics).

SMU leaves New York thumped and rattled into new place

Patrick Engel
November 19, 2016
(Photo credit: SMU Athletics)

Michigan rolls over SMU in 2K Classic Final

Patrick Engel
November 18, 2016
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

In gritty win, Tim Jankovich and SMU show they’re comfortable outside their comfort zone

Patrick Engel
November 17, 2016
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU beats Pittsburgh in 2K Classic with strong second half

Patrick Engel
November 17, 2016
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU beats Eastern Michigan’s zone defense with ‘unselfish’ offense

Patrick Engel
November 13, 2016
Courtland Sutton (16) celebrates with teammates after catching one of his two touchdowns in SMU's 55-31 win (Photo Credit: SMU Football/Facebook).

Takeaways, big second quarter lead SMU to win at East Carolina

Patrick Engel
November 12, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU athletics

Women’s basketball wins Travis Mays’ head coaching debut

Patrick Engel
November 11, 2016
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

SMU’s ‘embarrassing’ loss proves bowl game aspirations premature

Patrick Engel
November 5, 2016
SMU quarterback Ben Hicks (8) scores on a 1-yard touchdown in his team's Oct. 22 win vs. Houston at Ford Stadium. Photo credit: Chris Coyne

Chad Morris, players enjoy win vs. Houston, but are a ‘long way’ from reaching goals

Patrick Engel
October 25, 2016
Photo credit: Chris Coyne

Win vs. Houston is the big step SMU built toward

Patrick Engel
October 22, 2016
Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

After hurtful loss at Tulsa, SMU spends bye week focusing on its response

Patrick Engel
October 20, 2016
SMU running back Braeden West (6) runs in a 2015 game vs. James Madison at Ford Stadium. Photo credit: Ryan Miller/The Daily Campus.

Former Cougar commit Braeden West has ‘something to prove’ vs. Houston

Patrick Engel
October 19, 2016
After poor effort in loss at Temple, Chad Morris challenges his players to ‘be at your best’

After poor effort in loss at Temple, Chad Morris challenges his players to ‘be at your best’

Patrick Engel
October 4, 2016
Jordan Wyatt (front) gets ready to cover a receiver in SMU's win vs. Liberty on Sept. 17, 2016. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

As Jordan Wyatt regains confidence, SMU’s defense finds it

Patrick Engel
September 21, 2016
SMU quarterback Ben Hicks (right) drops back to pass in SMU's win vs. Liberty on Sept. 17, 2016. (Photo credit: SMU Football on Facebook).

‘Pressing’ Ben Hicks continues to struggle with turnovers and in red zone

Patrick Engel
September 18, 2016
SMU defensive end Michael Badejo (7) and linebacker Jackson Mitchell (44) line up for a play against Liberty on Sept. 17, 2016. Photo credit: Mollie Mayfield

‘We found a way to win.’ That’s progress for SMU, despite sloppiness vs. Liberty

Patrick Engel
September 18, 2016
Photo Credit: Elijah Landrum on Twitter

SMU picks up first basketball commitment for 2017

Patrick Engel
September 13, 2016
Photo Courtesy: SMU Athletics

Turnovers doom SMU in 40-13 loss at Baylor

Patrick Engel
September 10, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU football on Twitter

Ke’Mon Freeman, the last-minute signee, emerging fast for SMU

Patrick Engel
September 6, 2016
Photo credit: SMU Football Facebook account

Highlight-reel catches are just another play for Courtland Sutton, the ‘spark’ in SMU’s offense

Patrick Engel
September 4, 2016
SMU scores unusual touchdown, survives injuries for win at North Texas

SMU scores unusual touchdown, survives injuries for win at North Texas

Patrick Engel
September 3, 2016
SMU's defense lines up before a play vs. North Texas on Sept. 12, 2015. Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Veteran defenders answer call, earn starting spots for SMU

Patrick Engel
August 31, 2016
SMU quarterback Matt Davis takes off running in a game vs. North Texas on Sept. 12, 2015.

SMU QB Matt Davis comfortable after finally finding continuity

Patrick Engel
August 31, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU football notes: 10-12 true freshmen will play this season

Patrick Engel
August 30, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU Athletics

SMU hires Shawn Forrest as assistant basketball coach

Patrick Engel
August 23, 2016
Photo credit: smumustangs.com

SMU reveals plans for indoor football facility, new soccer field

Patrick Engel
July 26, 2016
Despite sanctions and clumsy exit, Larry Brown was exactly what SMU needed

Despite sanctions and clumsy exit, Larry Brown was exactly what SMU needed

Patrick Engel
July 11, 2016
SMU is better off without Ted Kapita

SMU is better off without Ted Kapita

Patrick Engel
June 20, 2016
The Tuohy family (from left to right): SJ, Michael, Sean, Collins and Leigh Anne. Photo credit: Pintrest

Real SJ from “The Blind Side” to play football, basketball at SMU

Patrick Engel
June 2, 2016
Former LSU wide receiver Trey Quinn (8) makes a catch in a game against Ole Miss in 2014. Photo: USA Today Sports

Former LSU receiver transfers to SMU

Patrick Engel
May 19, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU

Bruno Fernando no longer part of SMU’s 2016 class

Patrick Engel
May 14, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU

Bruno Fernando no longer part of SMU’s 2016 class

Patrick Engel
May 14, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU earns commitment from state title-winning defensive end

Patrick Engel
May 8, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU Athletics

Harry Froling signs with SMU

Patrick Engel
May 2, 2016
Jimmy Whitt attempts a shot during his freshman season at Arkansas (Photo Credit: Arkansas Athletics).

Arkansas transfer Jimmy Whitt commits to SMU

Patrick Engel
May 2, 2016
NCAA reverses ban on satellite camps, which helps SMU

NCAA reverses ban on satellite camps, which helps SMU

Patrick Engel
April 28, 2016
SMU's appeal of NCAA sanctions denied

SMU’s appeal of NCAA sanctions denied

Patrick Engel
April 21, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU’s spring game only the beginning of the youth movement

Patrick Engel
April 18, 2016
SMU women's basketball head coach Travis Mays (center) with SMU President R. Gerald Turner (left) and Director of Athletics Rick Hart at Mays' introductory press conference Friday afternoon Photo credit: Patrick Engel

Travis Mays promises involvement and competitiveness at SMU introduction

Patrick Engel
April 8, 2016
Matt Davis started 11 games for SMU in 2015, but isn't being handed the quarterback job for 2016 just yet. Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Spring football: Chad Morris talks quarterbacks, defensive depth

Patrick Engel
April 2, 2016
Photo Credit: SMU

SMU lands commitment from four-star center

Patrick Engel
April 1, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU to start home-and-home series with USC

Patrick Engel
March 30, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: March 24, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: March 24, 2016

Patrick Engel
March 24, 2016
Picking the NCAA Tournament's Second Weekend

Picking the NCAA Tournament’s Second Weekend

Patrick Engel
March 23, 2016
Keely Froling averaged 4.5 points in 49 career games at SMU (Photo Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports).

Keely Froling leaves SMU women’s basketball team

Patrick Engel
March 22, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU ‘wide open’ at start of spring practice

Patrick Engel
March 16, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU adds commitment from 2017 offensive tackle

Patrick Engel
March 15, 2016
SM U freshman guard Shake Milton had a season-low 2 points and committed 3 turnovers against Cincinnati (Photo Credit: SMU Athletics).

It’s OK to be mad about SMU’s loss at Cincinnati, but not forgetful of the season

Patrick Engel
March 7, 2016
SMU point guard Nic Moore makes a pass in SMU's 61-54 loss at Cincinnati on Sunday, March 6 (Photo Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports).

Turnovers, foul trouble hurt SMU in loss at Cincinnati

Patrick Engel
March 6, 2016
Photo credit: Brian O'Donnell

Nic Moore, Markus Kennedy’s Moody Coliseum careers end with fitting victory

Patrick Engel
March 4, 2016
SMU senior forward Jordan Tolbert receives an alley-ooo pass in a game against Yale Nov. 22, 2015 Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Jordan Tolbert all business on senior day

Patrick Engel
March 3, 2016
Nic Moore starts a possession vs. Houston on Jan. 19, 2016 at Moody Coliseum Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Nic Moore’s growth and leadership leave lasting impression at SMU

Patrick Engel
March 3, 2016
Ben Moore's double-double help SMU win its third straight game. Photo credit: Ryan Miller

SMU overcomes sloppy first half to beat Tulane, 74-53

Patrick Engel
February 28, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 25, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 25, 2016

Patrick Engel
February 25, 2016
Rhonda Rompola has been a player or coach for 35 of the 40 years of SMU women's basketball (Photo courtesy of SMU Athletics).

SMU women’s basketball head coach Rhonda Rompola to retire at end of season

Patrick Engel
February 22, 2016
2015 Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry at his pre-banquet press conference. His Doak Walker trophy is on his left. Photo credit: Patrick Engel

SMU football legend Doak Walker honored with annual award presentation banquet

Patrick Engel
February 22, 2016
Markus Kennedy and Nic Moore move through East Carolina forward Clarence Williams. Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Seniors lead SMU to win over East Carolina

Patrick Engel
February 21, 2016
Reports: 2016 big man commits to SMU

Reports: 2016 big man commits to SMU

Patrick Engel
February 20, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 18, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 18, 2016

Patrick Engel
February 18, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 11, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 11, 2016

Patrick Engel
February 11, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 4, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: Feb. 4, 2016

Patrick Engel
February 4, 2016
Image via Twitter

Five SMU football signees to know

Patrick Engel
February 3, 2016
Jordan Tolbert and Ben Moore before the opening tip against Houston

SMU must embrace being the hunted

Patrick Engel
February 2, 2016
MustangTalk Podcast: Jan. 29, 2016

MustangTalk Podcast: Jan. 29, 2016

Patrick Engel
January 29, 2016
Temple's Devontae Watson and SMU's Jordan Tolbert battle for a rebound in Sunday's game in Philadelphia Photo credit: AP Photo/Matt Slocum

Temple’s three-pointers overwhelm SMU in first loss of season

Patrick Engel
January 24, 2016
Photo credit: Twitter

FOX Sports writer petitioning to remove SMU’s postseason ban

Patrick Engel
January 22, 2016
Photo credit: Ryan Miller

Even in frustrating situations, fun is a constant for SMU

Patrick Engel
January 20, 2016
Keith Frazier wasn’t worth the trouble for SMU

Keith Frazier wasn’t worth the trouble for SMU

Patrick Engel
January 15, 2016
Family remains constant for SMU through adversity

Family remains constant for SMU through adversity

Patrick Engel
January 8, 2016
The ESPN broadcast booth at Ford Stadium, about seven hours before kickoff for SMU's Nov. 6 game vs. Temple

Fourteen hours behind the scenes at Ford Stadium

Patrick Engel
December 7, 2015
Nov 28, 2015; Memphis, TN, USA; Southern Methodist Mustangs wide receiver Courtland Sutton (16) catches a pass against Memphis Tigers defensive back Arthur Maulet (8) during the first half at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

I’m sorry, but I’m not sorry: On 2015 SMU football

Patrick Engel
December 2, 2015
Improved AAC ready for action after eventful off-season

Improved AAC ready for action after eventful off-season

Patrick Engel
November 11, 2015
SMU isn’t thinking about the ban, so neither should you

SMU isn’t thinking about the ban, so neither should you

Patrick Engel
November 11, 2015
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