Sports

High school biology teacher looks to make the most of his moment at the U.S. Open

Prater’s full-time job is as a biology teacher and golf coach at Cheyenne Mountain High School in Colorado Springs

June 13, 2024

Joey Chestnut, Takeru Kobayashi to compete in Netflix competition

FILE – Joey Chestnut, defending champion of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, left, works to…

June 13, 2024

Dog fight! Joey Chestnut out of July 4 hot dog eating contest over brand dispute

FILE – Competitive eater Joey Chestnut sets a new world record with 75 hot dogs to win the men's division…

June 12, 2024

Jerry West, a 3-time Hall of Fame selection and the inspiration for the NBA logo, dies at 86

The NBA has never confirmed the worst-kept secret in basketball, that Jerry West is the player whose silhouette is depicted…

June 12, 2024

Hezgothelook Z sharp winner of $1 million Ruidoso Futurity

Trainer Toby Keeton saddles third Ruidoso Futurity winner of his career

June 10, 2024

Photos: It’s rodeo time

Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo electrifies the crowd on Saturday

June 9, 2024

Frackers, Scorpions compete in Albuquerque baseball tournament

City League teams fall short against Albuquerque Baseball Academy Bernalillo’s Uriel Castro pitches against Hope Christian at Jennifer Riordan Spark…

June 9, 2024

To buck or not to buck: Powder River Rodeo finds the right job for the horse

Before putting the saddle on, John Franzen familiarizes himself with the horse’s personality

June 9, 2024

Matt Melvin addresses exit as Navajo Prep’s boys basketball coach

School administrators have yet to formally comment on Melvin’s departure

June 9, 2024

Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo closes out with electric Saturday performances

Memorable weekend ends in style with big payouts

June 9, 2024

Bob Banks’ vision and memory honored through Western Heritage Award

Rodeo arena in Montezuma County named after beloved community member

June 8, 2024

Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo bonds people together

Sense of community at rodeo inspires Cortez business owners attending Friday’s event

June 8, 2024

Tru Billie makes history as first women’s basketball signee at California Tribal College

Navajo Prep graduate, fresh off her second Class 3A state title, hopes to excel at next level

June 8, 2024

Video: Montezuma-County rodeo star Amber Moore puts on show

Moore, a Lewis, Colorado native and 2015 champion, took center stage in the Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo's barrel racing event…

June 8, 2024

Video: Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo competitors take center stage

Riders hail from Northwest New Mexico, Northeast Arizona and Southwest Colorado

June 8, 2024

Tyson fight with Jake Paul has been rescheduled for Nov. 15 after health episode

FILE – Mike Tyson speaks during a news conference promoting his upcoming boxing bout against Jake Paul, May 16, 2024,…

June 8, 2024

Newly aligned districts greet prep football fans next season

Piedra Vista upgrades to Class 6A, Navajo Prep drops to Class 2A this season

June 7, 2024

Paris Olympics organizers unveil a display of the five Olympic rings mounted on the Eiffel Tower

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo and head of Paris 2024 Olympics pose in front of the Eiffel Tower Friday, June 7,…

June 7, 2024

Randy Gregory sues the NFL and the Broncos over $500K in fines for THC use he says was therapeutic

FILE – Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gregory (5) walks off the field at the the end of the first half…

June 7, 2024

Ruidoso Futurity kicks off quarter horse Triple Crown series

Trainer Toby Keeton seeks a sweep of weekend’s biggest races

June 6, 2024

Frackers find footing as City League season continues

Scorpions offense comes to life in rally over Next Level

June 6, 2024

Pro athletes understand gambling on their games is a non-negotiable no-no. Some learned the hard way

FILE – Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Tucupita Marcano takes a throw down to second base during the fifth inning of a…

June 6, 2024

Crisp leads Eagles basketball back to championship glory

Overcoming obstacles and managing dual roles, Navajo Prep on top again

June 4, 2024

Anitielu sisters set to reunite at NM Highlands University

Kamalani and Kapiolani Anitielu head strong local group headed to Las Vegas

June 4, 2024