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Pirates state runs ends at Quarterfinals

Pirates state runs ends at Quarterfinals

Pirates state runs ends at Quarterfinals

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The Pirates’ notable 2023 baseball season came to a windy and dusty end this past Saturday with a 75 loss at the Albuquerque Baseball Complex at the bats and gloves of the Academy Chargers (18-11, 6-2), in the quarter finals of the 4A state baseball tournament this past Thursday, May 11.
Chloe Rychener and Kylette Garcia staying positive during a grueling week of tennis. Courtesy of Diane Rychener

Chloe Rychener and Kylette Garcia staying positive during a grueling week of tennis. Courtesy of Diane Rychener

Pirate Tennis Finishes Season on High Note

Matt Munson
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
State Tennis commenced on Wednesday 5/3/23 for the Pirates at Albuquerque Academy. The Pirates doubles team of Isaiah Tena and Joshuah Sausa were eliminated in their first match against a doubles team from Albuquerque Academy.
Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
This week'a Athlete of the Week is Laila Martinez of the Lady Pirates Track and Field team who competed this past weekend at the 4A state track and field meet. Martinez placed first in the 800-meter with a time of 2:19.38; second in the 1600-meter run with a time of 5:12.
Pirates Tame the Wildcats

Pirates Tame the Wildcats

Pirates Tame the Wildcats

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Pirates sent the Wildcats home in the first round of the state baseball tournament after defeating them in two games 10-4 and 8-5 respectively. “We knew coming into the series with Deming that they were better than a 16 seed—it would be a good tough out,” said GHS baseball head coach Mike Furbee.
Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
This week's Athletes of the Week are the members of the Grants High School Boys and Girls Tennis Team who made it to the state tennis tournament this past weekend. Congratulations on your accomplishment!
Pirate Tennis Brings Home Some Hardware

Pirate Tennis Brings Home Some Hardware

Pirate Tennis Brings Home Some Hardware

Matt Munson
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
This past Friday and Saturday, both the boys’ and girls’ tennis teams competed for individual glory at Jerry Cline in Albuquerque. Competitors had to choose between playing singles or doubles. Friday proved to be a long day for Pirate Tennis.
Hernandez Out as GHS Head Football Coach

Hernandez Out as GHS Head Football Coach

Hernandez Out as GHS Head Football Coach

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Grants High School football head coach Brandon Hernandez, who coached for two seasons, was released from his coaching position on April 17 by the Superintendent of the Grants-Cibola County Schools Max Perez, confirmed Grants High School Athletic Director Jaqueline Jones.
Pirates celebrate after defeating district rival the Belen Eagles (18-7,4-4) who are also ranked third in the state in 4A baseball. In a defensive battle the Pirates won by a score of 2-1. Franklin Romero - CC

Pirates celebrate after defeating district rival the Belen Eagles (18-7,4-4) who are also ranked third in the state in 4A baseball. In a defensive battle the Pirates won by a score of 2-1. Franklin Romero - CC

Pirates Claim #1 Seed

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
The Grants High School Pirate baseball team garnered a number one seed in the Nusenda Credit Union state baseball tournament in class 4A. “A lot of expectations come with being a one seed—we will take a one game at a time approach not overlooking any opponent,” said GHS head coach Mike Furbee.
In this photo, Laila Martinez, a freshman at Grants High School, shows her stride in the 800-meter run which she placed first with a time of 2:25.26. Martinez also placed first in the 1600-meter with a time of 5:25.01. Photo Credit Lee Begaye Photography

In this photo, Laila Martinez, a freshman at Grants High School, shows her stride in the 800-meter run which she placed first with a time of 2:25.26. Martinez also placed first in the 1600-meter with a time of 5:25.01. Photo Credit Lee Begaye Photography

Track Statistics

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
The Grants High School Pirates Track and Field team hosted a meet this past weekend. The Grants Pirates 2023 invitational had many local schools participating on a relatively calm Spring Day. Top performers for the Pirates were Knight Long, with a first place in the 100meter dash with a time of 11.