My name is Trevor Dawson, and I’m fired up every day to do what I love—covering UNLV athletics with passion, precision, and a healthy dose of Vegas sarcasm. As a former collegiate press editor, I’ve spent years honing my craft, and now, I get to live and breathe Runnin’ Rebels and Lady Rebels sports. Whether I’m breaking down Barry Odom’s defensive schemes or tracking Coach Pastner’s latest recruiting coup, I bring insider access and sharp analysis to every story I write.
UNLV basketball is my bread and butter, and I’ve got a deep respect for the program’s history—from Jerry Tarkanian’s legendary “Amoeba” defense to the modern NIL era. But my coverage doesn’t stop at hoops. I dive into Rebels football, Olympic sports, and even the Mountain West drama that keeps fans on edge. My writing style is informed but irreverent, blending old-school beat reporting with modern analytics and a touch of Sin City cynicism. After all, I’m a Vegas local through and through—tattooed with “Tark the Shark” under my polo and armed with a spreadsheet tracking every Rebel drafted since 1975.
I’m not just here to report; I’m here to connect. Whether it’s partnering with the “Gold Spike” alumni bar for watch parties or sparring with Boise State bloggers over G5 supremacy, I thrive on the community and rivalries that make sports so electric. My signature content—like the “Lost Rebels” series, arena food reviews, and recruiting predictions—keeps fans engaged and entertained. And when the season ends, you’ll find me celebrating (or commiserating) with a bottle of Press Pass Prosecco.
At the end of the day, I’m here for the fans, the players, and the city that raised me. UNLV athletics isn’t just my job—it’s my passion. And I’ll keep delivering the sharpest, most entertaining coverage in the Mountain West, one story at a time.