Social media celebrated UTEP's victory over Rice, which ended a 20-game losing streak, the longest in the nation.
The 34-26 win Saturday in Houston was the football team's first victory since beating North Texas in the last game of the 2016 season.
There was a contingent of UTEP fans cheering the Miners in Houston.
Some UTEP fans even rushed the Rice field in celebration.
It was like winning the Super Bowl.
Former UTEP players Aaron and Alvin Jones had faith in their team.
It was the first win for UTEP football coach Dana Dimel.