Keyword: Taos County Sports
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The Taos Tigers are one unit and show their solidarity in this pre-game huddle before the team's final pre-district season game against the Capital (Santa Fe) Jaguars Sept 28. The Tigers defeated Capital 45-16 in a match that was settled early on with the Tigers chomping up yards and scoring at will. Taos travels to Grants to take on the undefeated Pirates in the District 2-4A opener Oct. 5,
Rested and restless, Taos Tigers resume their winning ways
The Taos Tigers moved to 5-0 on the season after an impressive win at home, taking down the Capital Jaguars 45-16 at Anaya Stadium Sept. 28. more
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Photo by Claudine ColonnaOn the final stretch, heading in to the mighty Genghis Khan Palace, Caroline Colonna is flanked by proud local horsemen wearing traditional warrior outfits. Colonna was the champion female of the 2018 Mongolian Bike Challenge finishing the grueling six-stage competition with a time of 31h:48:02.8. Plans to return to Mongolia in 2019 is a possibility.
Local rider steppes up, conquers Mongolia Bike Challenge
Dr. Caroline Colonna traveled over 10,000-miles to the other side of the world in early August. Ultimately, it was so she could take a 373-mile bike ride. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloLaid out and stretched as far as humanly possible, the Tierra Encantada goalkeeper does his best to stop a penalty kick by Questa's Dominic Torres during the championship game of the First Annual Desert Academy Invitational Tournament in Santa Fe Sept. 15. Questa would eventually fall to the Alacranes by a final score of 3-1, but would pick up two key wins on district opponents over the course of the weekend.
Wildcats make the most of their visit to the City Different
Under a sizzling midday sun, the Questa Wildcats soccer squad found themselves in the marquee game of the First Annual Desert Academy Invitational soccer tournament at Santa Fe's Alto Park Sept. 15. more
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Tigers down Demons in fourth consecutive rout
Another challenger, another knockout. Taos wins its fourth straight in a rout that saw the game clock run throughout the entire second half. more
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Courtesy photoCole Hughes blazes by a group of onlookers during his junior varsity race in Leadville, Colorado Sept. 9. Hughes performed exceptionally well and earned sixth place overall in his division, the highest finish ever for a Taos Composite athlete.
Taos Composite racers secure another second place at Cloud City Challenge near Leadville
Taos Composite high school mountain bike race team competed in the second race of the NICA Colorado League's South Conference in Leadville, Colorado Sept. 9 which resulted in another second place finish. more
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Photo by John T. DenneSprinting down to the finish line to claim the runner-up spot, Gilbert "Gilly" Valdez gets a boost from a bevy of fans lined up along the homestretch during the Peñasco Panther Invite Sept. 8. The freshman harrier returns to the trail after a stellar debut season last year that produced multiple wins and an eighth place finish at state.
Sports Briefs - Taos County Sports Roundup
A recap of Taos County sports teams who are well into their respective seasons more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloTaylor Miller (foreground, number 12) and Estrella Madrid track an incoming serve from East Mountain during the Lady Tigers' most recent home game Tuesday (Sept. 11). Taos fared well, winning the match 3-1 to reach .500 on the season.
Lady Tigers rally, attain new balance
It's the first time during Coach Anita Rodriguez's three-year tenure and the first time since 2014 that the Lady Tigers held a balanced win-loss record. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloWith a look of "concern" on his face, the Bernalillo goalkeeper would do his best to impede this shot by Taos Tiger co-captain, Patrick Penso during a match at Taos Eco Park Sept. 11. His efforts, however, were to no avail. Ultimately, the Tigers would pump in a total of 10 shots, imposing the "mercy rule" on the Spartans to move to 5-0 on the season. Penso and his teammates were also victorious in their match against the Capital Jaguars, 2-1 Sept. 8, ending a 10-game skid to their class 5A nemesis.
Taos Tigers roll past Bernalillo, end Jag funk
It has taken 11 years, but Taos has finally snapped a 10-game losing streak to the Capital Jaguars, beating them 2-1 on their home pitch in Santa Fe Sept. 8. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloRunning as a pack, this triad of Taos Lady Tigers make their way on the flat golf cart path of Cattails Golf Course in Alamosa, Colorado with some encouragement from head coach Bruce Gomez at the Joe Vigil Open cross-country meet Sept. 8. Pictured in the foreground is Cassandra Ruiz, Abigail "Abbey" Gunther (at right) and Kelly Tonrey (in background). The girls team finished seventh overall with 183 points.
Top-tier teams greet Taos at Vigil Open
Competing in their second consecutive 'big" race of the year, the Tigers and Lady Tigers ventured north to check out the high-elevation competition of the Centennial State Sept. 8. more
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Not a graphic mistake. Both Aztec and Taos used the same exact black matte helmet and logo. The difference in the match-up at Anaya Stadium was the high-powered offensive might of Taos, who recorded a basketball score on their divisional opponents Sept. 7.
Points keep coming as Taos rallies past Aztec to claim third straight win of the season
Taos was the dominant tiger team as they muscled their way to their third straight victory – steamrolling the Aztec Tigers 63-27 at Anaya Stadium Sept. 7. more
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An obstacle one might encounter on the typical cross-country course. Taos Tigers cross-country teams will be in action this coming weekend (Sept. 8) at the Joe Vigil Open in Alamosa, Colorado.
Season underway as starting gun goes off at UNM meet
The girls and boys cross-country teams traveled to Albuquerque to take part in the UNM Lobo Invitational held at the UNM North Golf Course Sept. 1 - kicking off the fall running season. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloDuring one of his attempts to clear the ball and keep it away from Taos attackers like John Esquibel (number 14, in white), James Hutchinson from Robertson prepares to blast the ball downfield during the Sangre de Cristo tournament opener Aug. 31. The Tigers blanked the Cardinals 4-0 in this game and would go on to score an additional 19 points in their two other games.
Tigers sweep, claim Sangre with furious 3-game pile-on
Taos started play in what would be considered their home and season opener at noon in the annual gathering with a 4-0 win against the Robertson Cardinals in the Annual Sangre de Cristo Classic. more
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Morgan TimmsNowhere to go but down is where this Los Alamos running back was headed after a wall of Taos defenders greeted the sneaky interloper during the Tigers' home opener at Anaya Stadium Aug. 31. Setting the tone early on and throughout the entire game, the Taos Tiger defense impeded the Hilltoppers' running game and air attack to record a 47-0 victory over the class 5A visitors.
Tigers topple Toppers 47-0 in home opener
The long-awaited payback has been handed out. Taos has defeated Los Alamos in football, exacting a revenge for the countless years when the Tigers were on the receiving end of a L.A. stomp. more
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2018 Fall Sports Preview: Taos cross-country
Improvement is the name of the game, and Coach Bruce Gomez has expressed his desire to show weekly gains in strength, confidence, teamwork and mile-splits in both his boys and girls as they prepare for the 2018 season. more
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2018 Fall sports preview: Taos Tigers football
An emphasis on defense will be a major focus for the Taos Tigers. The fitness level of the players will be a key to success as well as players will be called upon to play the majority of minutes on both sides of the ball. more
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Photo by John T. Denne In classy Lady Panther form, Alaska Lopez acknowledges the throng of supporters who gathered inside Dreamstyle Arena aka "The Pit" as the team departed the floor March 9. Hundreds of fans from Peñasco and other Northern New Mexico communities cheered on the Lady Panthers as they challenged the Fort Sumner/House Vixens in the Class 2A state championship game in the hallowed venue. Ultimately, Peñasco lost the game, 49-38, but both fans and players sensed a return to The Pit in 2019 a strong possibility.
Top 25 Moments of 2017-18
As we forge ahead into the new sports season, we take a look back at the top stories in 2017-18. more
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As huge raindrops began to fall on Anaya Stadium, man-made thunderclaps could be heard throughout the campus of Taos High School during this hard-hitting "low man" drill Aug. 9. The Taos Tigers have endured a plethora of uncomfortable weather settings and odd-hour practices, but players and coaches seem as determined as ever to build on last year's success and take the program even further. Coach Art Abreu Jr. and his gridiron squad start the season on the road in Santa Fe when they take on the St. Michael's Horsemen Aug. 25.
Taos Tigers suit up, start the 2018 season looking like a lean machine
No predictions, but the The Tigers look like a very good football team. Season opener slated for Aug. 25 at St. Mike's. more
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Albuquerque runner, Heidi Anderson crosses the finish line first in the women's division of the 13th Annual Up and Over Aug. 4. This was Anderson's first attempt on this challenging course and she crossed the finish line with a time of 1:14:36.
Mother Nature, Taos Ski Valley collaborate for a fabulous Up and Over
The 13th Annual Up and Over organizers could not have picked a better day to have a race at Taos Ski Valley. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloMens and womens low gross scorers--overall lowest scores in all flights--Edie Elkjer (left) and Mark Johnson strike a victory pose with their hardware at the conclusion of the Valle Escondido Open July 28. Elkjer placed third overall in the first flight with a score of 44 (8 over par), and Johnson was the overall leader with a 33 (3 under par) in the championship flight. With eight flights overall, based on stroke handicaps, nearly every tourney participant came away with a prize.
Johnson, Elkjer shoot low to claim V.E. Open
It was all smiles and laughter inside the Valle Escondido clubhouse July 28 as golfers turned their competitive energy into graceful afternoon camaraderie. more
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Arcenio J. TrujilloThis area of Taos Ski Valley represents the downhill segment of the 13th Annual Up and Over Trail run slated to take place Saturday (Aug. 4). The 10k challenge run includes an elevation gain of more than 2,600 feet.
All systems go! Feet, calves, lungs and quads ready for launch
The ultimate summer challenge is here.The 13th Annual Up and Over 10K slated for Saturday (Aug. 4) is ready to welcome trail runners and mountain lovers alike for a sloped jaunt. more
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Larissa Passino, Questa High School - Senior
Taos County All-Stars: Larissa Passino
Driven, selfless and committed to her teams and coaches, Larissa Passino demonstrated a level of athletic supremacy and leadership that only comes along every generation or so. more
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Jude Suazo, Taos High School - Senior
Taos County All-Stars: Jude Suazo
No matter the uniform - be it football, basketball or baseball - Jude Suazo exhibited raw athletic talent and a knack for making others around him better in 2017-18. more
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Matthew Lopez, Peñasco High School - Senior
Taos County All-Stars: Matt Lopez
With athleticism, and personality, Matthew Lopez helped lead his Peñasco Panthers basketball teams through multiple rebuilding years. One stellar javelin throw at state capped his career. more
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Watch your step, kiddos! Willing, and trusting youth participants gave up their shoes for the boot scramble event at the 51st Rodeo de Taos June 24. Down to their socks, or barefoot, children rushed from one end of the rodeo arena to find their shoes and boots which had been mscheiveously scattered by rodeo personnel on the other end.
Month in sports pictures: June 2018
The summer months in Taos County offer plenty of outdoor shots and unique sports moments. more
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Antonio Garcia, Questa High School - Senior
Taos County All-Stars: Antonio Garcia
The Questa Wildcats were heavily reliant on Antonio Garcia's arm in 2017-18. As starting quarterback and pitcher, Garcia gave his all to those programs - setting the foundation for those in his wake. more
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