Local Teams Face Major Tests in Week 3 Coaches Poll
Story by Walter Dorman The latest New Mexico high school football coaches poll has been released, and several San Juan County teams are holding strong as district play begins. Farmington, Piedra Vista, Bloomfield and Kirtland Central remain among the state’s most recognized programs, while Aztec, Navajo Prep and Newcomb continue working
San Juan County Sports Athlete of the Week Bloomfield’s Cable Carruth
Sponsored by The Graphic Designer By Wally D Photos by Shots by Ominix Bloomfield’s Cable Carruth Named Athlete of the Week Bloomfield High School junior Cable Carruth delivered an outstanding performance in all three phases of the game, helping the Bobcats open their season with a 45–36 victory over Class 6A Clovis. Carruth caught se
Smith Earns First Career Win as Bloomfield Volleyball Opens Season With Five-Set Victory
Story by Walter Dorman Photos by Chuck Cook Instagram dustdevil505 BLOOMFIELD — It took five sets, a little adversity and one final push, but Bloomfield volleyball gave first-year head coach Smith a debut she won’t soon forget. The Bobcats opened the season with a 3-2 victory over the Grants Pirates, winning the deciding fifth set [&h
Senior Evani Velasquez Female place kicker – Bloomfield Bobcats
By Wally D Photos by Tasha Higgins Pieces of Me Photography When the Bloomfield Bobcats captured the 2025 New Mexico 4A State Championship, every player played their part. But for senior Evani Velasquez, her role was not only vital—it was historic. A former soccer standout who made the bold decision to join the Bobcat football […
Senior Manuel “Peanut” Chavarria – Bloomfield Bobcats
By Wally D Photos by Tasha Higgins Pieces of Me Photography Bloomfield Bobcats Senior Quarterback The Bloomfield Bobcats’ high-powered offense was on full display Friday night as senior quarterback Manuel “Peanut” Chavarria led the charge in a dominant 60-19 win over Bernalillo. The senior standout threw five touchdown passes, compl
Senior Caleb Hutchens – Bloomfield Bobcats
By Wally D Photos by Tasha Higgins Pieces of Me Photography When the lights shine brightest, some players just seem to rise above the rest — literally.That was the case Friday night as Bloomfield Senior standout Caleb Hutchens delivered a performance for the ages in the Bobcats’ big win over the Moriarty Pintos. Hutchens turned [&hell
Manuel “Peanut” Chavarria Named Athlete of the Week
Story by Walter Dorman Photos by Chuck Cook 505dustdevil Photography and Tasha Higgins Pieces of Me Photography BLOOMFIELD, N.M. — Bloomfield quarterback Manuel “Peanut” Chavarria had a career night last Friday, leading the Bobcats to a dominant 59-18 victory over the Miyamura Patriots. His outstanding performance has earned him rec
Piedra Vista Volleyball Opens Season Strong with 3–1 Win Over Bloomfield
Story by Walter Dorman Photos by Cyndi Frank Cnergy Photography The Piedra Vista Panthers volleyball team started their 2025 season with a statement victory, defeating the Bloomfield Bobcats 3–1 on Tuesday night. Despite a slow start, PV showed resilience, depth, and flashes of their new identity under head coach Coach Caliendo, who emp
Presbyterian Medical Services Athlete of the Week 04/02/2025 Aztec Junior Kamora Henry
Article by WallyD Kamora Henry: Aztec Softball’s Dual-Threat Ace Propels Tigers Toward the Top Great players rack up statistics, but true leaders inspire their teams to reach new heights. Aztec High School junior Kamora Henry is doing both for the Tigers softball team this season. After a phenomenal week in which she led Aztec to [&hell
Presbyterian Medical Services Athlete of the Week 03/05/2025 Junior Kajani anitielu from Farmington High SchooL
Photos By w. Dean Howard Article by WallyD Kjani Anitielu: The Heart and Soul of Farmington Scorpions Basketball Great players put up numbers, but true leaders elevate their teams. Junior point guard Kjani Anitielu has done both for the Farmington Scorpions girls basketball team, proving herself as a dominant force on the court and an [&h
