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In a rematch of last year's 4A championship game, the Artesia Wildcats and the Grants Pirates squared off last Saturday in a double header at home. Senior Noah Lundstrom, 22, just a bit late to first base off a base hit. Artesia High School bested the Pirates in both games, 5-1 and 12-6. Franklin Romero - CC

In a rematch of last year's 4A championship game, the Artesia Wildcats and the Grants Pirates squared off last Saturday in a double header at home. Senior Noah Lundstrom, 22, just a bit late to first base off a base hit. Artesia High School bested the Pirates in both games, 5-1 and 12-6. Franklin Romero - CC

Artesia Bests Pirates in Season Opener

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
In a rematch of last year’s championship game in 4A baseball, the Artesia Wildcats came to Grants to play a double header against the Pirates.The Pirate lost both games 5-1 in the first game and 12-6 in the second game.“I’m not concerned so much about the outcome as I am with the process,” said...

Lady Pirates Wrap Up Season

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
The Lady Pirates finished their basketball season and did not earn a trip to the big dance—this year.“The season came to a sudden end—I was saddened and proud,” said Grants High School Lady Pirates first year head coach Jesi Mandagaran.
42nd Annual Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon

42nd Annual Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon

42nd Annual Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon

Diego Lopez, Editor
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
GRANTS, N.M. – For 42 years, the Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon has stood as one of the most grueling yet beloved endurance challenges in the Southwest, and this year’s challenge threw curveballs no one expected but everyone triumphed over.Part race, part community celebration, the event takes athletes up...

Results For Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon

First Place
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Second PlaceJosh Reddish Male, 32, NM #974:41:31.94 4:41:31.94Third PlaceAlister Ratcliff Male, 36, CO #964:41:32.72 4:41:32.72Fourth PlaceJohn Dailey Male, 38, AZ #484:56:49.46 4:56:49.46Fifth PlaceNathan Morgan Male, 31, WA #874:57:35.66 4:57:35.66Sixth PlaceChristian Ricks Male, 42, NM...
Junior point guard, Tristin Fernandez, 5, drives it in for a bucket against district rival St. Pius at a recent home game. The Pirates (12-13, 3-4) are aiming for a third place showing in the powerful 4A district 5. They are between the number one team in the state, St. Pius, and the 6th ranked team in the state, the Highland Hornets. The Lady Pirates are currently 10-15, 3-5 and both teams will play the last game of the regular season on Tuesday, February 18. Franklin Romero - CC

Junior point guard, Tristin Fernandez, 5, drives it in for a bucket against district rival St. Pius at a recent home game. The Pirates (12-13, 3-4) are aiming for a third place showing in the powerful 4A district 5. They are between the number one team in the state, St. Pius, and the 6th ranked team in the state, the Highland Hornets. The Lady Pirates are currently 10-15, 3-5 and both teams will play the last game of the regular season on Tuesday, February 18. Franklin Romero - CC

Local High School Basketball Wraps Up District Play

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
“Now, it's time to finish strong and secure a spot in the state tournament,” said Grants High School head boys’ basketball coach Landon Chavez on the last district game against the Belen Eagles on Tuesday, April 18.
GHS Alumni Baseball Game

GHS Alumni Baseball Game

GHS Alumni Baseball Game

Citizen Staff Report
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The Grants High School Alumni baseball game was held on Saturday, February 15, after the annual Mt. Taylor Quadrathlon.In a message on social media, City of Grants Mayor Erik Garcia wrote, “It’s always special to step back onto that field, even if my arm’s shot and I can’t throw like I used to.

Six Wrestlers Off to State

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Franklin Romero,The Grants High School Wrestling Team is fielding a total of six wrestlers to the state 4A wrestling tournament held at the Rio Rancho Events Center this Friday and Saturday.The Lady GHS wrestlers are fielding four wrestlers.Dakota Billiman competing in the 100 pounds the weight...
Photo by Leroy Martinez

Photo by Leroy Martinez

Fishing Report – Bluewater Lake

News Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Bluewater Lake is open for fishing right now, even though the lake is frozen over.Even in winter, fishing opportunities are still available at Bluewater State Park. Ice fishing is a very popular activity and can be done at both Eagle Nest and Bluewater Lakes.