Shiprock Chieftains Football Preview: Coach Ballard Brings Defense First
Story by Walter Dorman -San Juan County Sports As the 2025 season kicks off, Shiprock High School welcomes newly appointed Head Coach Douglas Ballard, who is setting a clear defensive tone for the Chieftains’ revival. A Defensive Identity Takes Shape Coach Ballard’s philosophy is rooted in defensive fundamentals. He emphasizes the
“Eagles Soar: Navajo Prep Dominates Shiprock in Thrilling Basketball Showdown”
Photo by Curtis Ray Benally/Turkeyboy Photography The Navajo Prep Eagles and the Shiprock Chieftains clashed in an eagerly anticipated non-district basketball game on a Tuesday night at the Eagles Nest. The atmosphere was electric, with the gym packed to capacity, every seat filled and fans lining the sidelines, standing shoulder to shoul
Distict Titles won and others are coming down to the wire
“Rise of the Scorpions: Farmington’s Triumph over Sandia” The Farmington Scorpions boys’ basketball team embarked on a crucial road trip to face off against the Sandia Matadors, knowing that a win was vital to their standing in the district race. With the weight of expectation on their shoulders, they entered the a
