Sports

School is back in session, which means Pirate Football

News Staff
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
The first home game time of the year is slated for this Friday, August 18 at 7 p.m. at the Port of the Pirates. They are playing against Capital High of Santa Fe, N.M. The Pirates lost to Capital last year 576 and finished the season with a 1-9, 0-3 record.
Prevent Athletic Heat Exhaustion

Prevent Athletic Heat Exhaustion

Prevent Athletic Heat Exhaustion

J.p. Murrietta, Nmaa
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
To help minimize the risk of heat illness and/or stroke to student-athletes, the New Mexico Activities Association suggests the following: • Not restricting intake of fluids, • Frequent water breaks, • Practicing in cooler parts of the day, • Removing protective equipment, • Preparations in...
New Sportsmanship Bylaw Explained

New Sportsmanship Bylaw Explained

New Sportsmanship Bylaw Explained

J.p. Murrietta, Nmaa
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
During the offseason, the New Mexico Activities Association updated the sportsmanship bylaws to include specific penalties for “egregious” acts of unsportsmanlike conduct.
New Mexico United Announces Nicky Hernandez Contract Extension Hernandez won USL Championship title with San Antonio FC last season

New Mexico United Announces Nicky Hernandez Contract Extension Hernandez won USL Championship title with San Antonio FC last season

New Mexico United Announces Nicky Hernandez Contract Extension Hernandez won USL Championship title with San Antonio FC last season

Press Release
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
New Mexico United Announces Nicky Hernandez Contract Extension Hernandez won USL Championship title with San Antonio FC last season ALBUQUERQUE, NM - New Mexico United is excited to announce that they have extended the contract of midfielder Nicky Hernandez, following his successful 25-day stint...
A NEW DIMENSION OF SPORTS

A NEW DIMENSION OF SPORTS

A NEW DIMENSION OF SPORTS

Press Release
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Meow Wolf, the innovative and immersive arts and entertainment company, has joined forces with New Mexico United, the beloved professional soccer team, in a groundbreaking lifetime partnership that will redefine the boundaries of creativity and sports collaboration.

NMAA Member Schools Approve New Sportsmanship Bylaw

Press Release
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The New Mexico Activities Association membership recently voted in favor of a proposed update to sportsmanship bylaws. NMAA high schools voted by nearly 80% in favor of Bylaw 7.7.4 – Crowd Control & Unsportsmanlike Conduct. The new policy will be enacted beginning with the 2023-2024 school year.
Battle of the Badges Softball Game

Battle of the Badges Softball Game

Battle of the Badges Softball Game

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
A Battle of the Badges softball game was held on Saturday July 22 at Kearns Field. The teams were Corrections Departments V. Police and Fire Departments. Village of Milan Mayor Felix Gonzales threw the first pitch to start off the game.
New Mexico United Dominates Top Team in Western Conference, Beats Sacramento Republic FC 3-0.

New Mexico United Dominates Top Team in Western Conference, Beats Sacramento Republic FC 3-0.

New Mexico United Dominates Top Team in Western Conference, Beats Sacramento Republic FC 3-0.

Press Release
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Goals from Swartz, Moreno, Hernandez delight more than 10,000 on Meow Wolf Night ALBUQUERQUE, NM - New Mexico United were dominant on Saturday night, besting Sacramento Republic FC - the top team in the Western Conference - by a convincing 3-0 margin in front of 10,813 fans at Rio Grande Credit...