“Reloaded and Ready: Navajo Prep Lady Eagles Rally Behind Defense, Community, and Each Other in State Tournament Run”
Story by Walter Dorman The postseason stage has become familiar territory for the Navajo Prep Lady Eagles, but each season brings a new group, a new journey, and new challenges. This year’s Lady Eagles are writing their own story—one built on defense, chemistry, and the belief that the program’s tradition of winning basketball is st
Navajo Prep Eagles Advance to Quarterfinals After 72–55 Opening Round Win
Story by Walter Dorman The Navajo Prep Eagles are headed to the quarterfinals of the New Mexico State Basketball Tournament after a strong 72–55 victory over the Hot Springs Tigers in the opening round. With the win, the Eagles now turn their focus to a Wednesday night matchup with the #5 Santa Fe Indian Braves […]
Newcomb Community Rallies Behind Lady Skyhawks in Dominant Playoff Win
Story by Walter Dorman The gym in Newcomb felt different Friday night. Long before tip-off, a line had already formed outside the doors. Fans dressed in black waited patiently as the community answered the call for a “blackout” game, rallying behind the Newcomb Lady Skyhawks as they opened the state tournament at home. When the [&hell
Kirtland Central Advances in 4A State Tournament; Broncos Set for Quarterfinal at The Pit
Story by Walter Dorman The No. 1 seeded Kirtland Central Broncos opened the New Mexico State Basketball Championships with a strong performance Friday night, defeating the Goddard Rockets 61–40 to advance to the Class 4A quarterfinals. Despite the comfortable margin, Kirtland Central Head Coach Manning said his team had to adjust early
Scorpions Surge Past Eagles, Advance to State Quarterfinals
Story by Walter Dorman Photo by Charles Cook 505dustdevil Photography The Farmington Scorpions turned a tight first quarter into a dominant victory Friday night, defeating the Eldorado Eagles 68–33 in the opening round of the New Mexico State Basketball Championships. Farmington led just 14–13 at the end of the first quarter, but the
Vista Holds Off Farmington Rally in 61–55 District Battle at Scorpion Arena
Story by Walter Dorman Photo by Charles Cook 505dustdevil Photography FARMINGTON — Farmington High School erased a double-digit deficit and took a late lead, but Volcano Vista closed the game with clutch shooting and free throws to escape Scorpion Arena with a 61–55 district victory Wednesday night. The loss drops the Scorpions to 1
