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2019 Girls Soccer end of season honors

Girls Soccer wrapped up and the Del Norte girls carried their competive spirit from one arena to the next. First it was an appearance at state for Volleyball, then it was a 3rd Place finish at State in 2A Girls Basketball and then another appearance at state for the girls soccer team.

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2019 CHSAA All-State Baseball announced

Alamosa High School senior pitcher/first baseman Caden Alonzo was selected Second Team 3A All-State for the 2019 season.

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A full slate in memory of Sgt. Glen Martinez

On a beautiful day on the 25th of May the Monte Vista Golf Course welcomed 47 men & women to participate in the 10th Annual Glen Martinez 5K Run/Walk.

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CHSCA All-State Games to return to Adams State

t’s that time again, seniors from all over Colorado will flock to Adams State and take over the campus for a four-day period to compete in the Colorado High School Coaches Association (CHSCA) All-State Games. Sports will range through two of the three seasons with only the Spring season not included.

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Intermountain All-Conference Baseball

The Intermountain League announces All-Conference Baseball Team

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Southern Peaks All-Conference Baseball

The Southern Peaks League announces All Conference Baseball Team

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‘Long day’ yields state split for Moose

Playing nearly the equivalent of two nine-inning games in a matter of six hours may have led to exhaustion and definitely depleted the bullpen for the Alamosa Mean Moose as they split in state tournament action here Saturday.

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Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Solid pitching, timely hits earn Moose trip to state

“Revenge is sweet,” some would say. Just ask the Alamosa High School baseball team who defeated Peak to Peak, 7-5, here Saturday in the regional final to advance to the “elite eight” state tournament in Greeley.

by Keith R. Cerny

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2019 Colorado State Track and Field

Saturday brought the final day of competition at Jefferson County Stadium. With all the preliminary heats put to rest plenty of athletes were able to focus on finals.

by Stephen Jiron

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Onwards to the 3A State Tournament

It was an emotional district tournament for fans of valley basketball. The Centauri girls dropped their championship game to Pagosa Springs 48-42. Alamosa’s boys fell to Bayfield 57-53 allowing the Wolverines their second district championship in as many years.

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Valley teams look forward to regionals

This weekend Adams State University played host to the final day of valley basketball’s 1A and 2A district tournaments.

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Intermountain League wraps semifinal round

Friday night in the Alamosa High School gym, girls’ basketball teams from the Intermountain League (IML) squared off to finalize the championship brackets. Centauri ran over Bayfield to earn their pass to Saturday’s finals with a one sided 69-17 destruction. Alamosa couldn’t get past Pagosa Springs’ defense and fell to the second seeded Pirates 51-26.

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Adams State houses ‘February frenzy’ of basketball

Friday evening fans of 1A basketball poured into Plachy Hall to watch the district finals untangle themselves. In a packed ticket Sierra Grande and Creede advanced from the boys’ bracket for the championship game. The girls of Antonito and Sangre de Cristo dispatched their opponents in the semifinals to set their 1A final.

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Tigers and Indians are the story of 2A

At the Monte Vista High School eight teams from 5 schools duked it out for district supremacy.

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Mean Moose look sharp in first district game

In the early game Monte Vista took on the Wolverines of Bayfield. Monte Vista couldn’t pull off another upset and fell 83-61. Thursday night Alamosa boy’s basketball got their feet wet in their first district action since the tournament began, with a 70-31 pounding of Montezuma-Cortez’s Panthers.

by Stephen Jiron

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Sierra Grande defeats Miners in quarterfinal matchup

The district basketball tournaments continue to roll on. In Blanca the Creede girls took on the host Panthers. Sierra Grande would take a 71-50 final Wednesday night to advance in the district tournament.

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Picture clears some for basketball's district tournaments

With basketball teams from the valley participating in three different classes, things can get a little complicated. In the 3A class, winner of Alamosa and Monte Vista in the quarterfinals game would move on the face Pagosa Springs at the neutral site of Alamosa High School.

by Stephen Jiron

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Alamosa wrestling claims 11th team title

On night two of the wrestling state championship with Eaton sitting behind Alamosa on the team total scoreboard, members of the Alamosa coaching staff did the math on how close they were to the title.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Panthers’ paws clutch SPL championship over ’birds’

BLANCA—Irked by missing the most crucial free throw of the night, Sierra Grande senior Arthur Rodriguez—who’d cashed two clutch freebies just 12.6 ticks before—scrambled back defensively, knocked the ball out of a Sangre de Cristo player’s hand from behind, and straight into junior Ambrosio Mondragon’s, allowing the Panthers to run out what remained of the penultimate 0:21.8 and polish off an undefeated run through the 1A Southern Peaks League Friday night inside SGHS Gymnasium.

by Joel Priest

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Slane’s 34 elevates Lady ’Birds over Sierra Grande, 62-55

BLANCA—In a 1A Southern Peaks League battle in which a four-point lead was an accomplishment for either side, a seven-point pad most definitely wasn’t safe…until the Sierra Grande High School Gymnasium scoreboard read Sangre de Cristo 62, SG 55 Friday evening.

by Joel Priest

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Heading into second day state tournament shapes up

DENVER – On Thursday people from the all over the San Luis Valley and beyond poured into the Pepsi Center in scenic downtown Denver to watch as the Colorado State Wrestling Tournament got rolling with preliminary matches.

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Alamosa wraps up regular season with double wins

ALAMOSA - For senior night the Mean Moose basketball squads welcomed rival Bayfield to Alamosa. On an emotional night the Moose dispatched the Wolverines in both games as both schools are starting to gear up for district tournaments

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50-Year Reunion of 1968 Olympic Marathon Trials

The names that put distance running and high-altitude training on the map will return to Alamosa and Adams State University this summer to mark 50 years since the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials were held Aug. 18, 1968, in this high-altitude city. An 8K run for all comers is scheduled for Saturday, July 28.

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Mean Moose are tested by St. Mary’s

Tuesday night Alamosa’s girl’s basketball (11-7-0) got a chance to measure themselves against some top talent from the 3A class in St. Mary’s High School of Colorado Springs. Even though they lost the game 68-34 they now have an idea of what kind of talent lurks beyond the Intermountain League (IML) if they can make it past the district tournaments.

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Antonito wins clash of 1A titans

Antonito defeats Sangre de Cristo to take second in 1A Southern Peaks.

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With Regional Tournaments over, the sights rest on state

Over the weekend, state placements for teams from all over the valley wrapped up with the regional wrestling tournaments.

by Stephen Jiron

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Christian Schaller signs NLI with Chadron State

Christian Schaller of Sargent signed a letter of intent to play for Chadron State. With 272 tackles and two interceptions Schaller will look to make an impact on defense. Schaller will study Animal Science as he furthers his education.

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Regional wrestling tournaments underway

Starting Friday nine teams from 10 different schools concentrated here in the valley took part in three different regional tournaments to decide who was going to the state finals. Alamosa hosted their own tournament; Center, Centennial/Sierra Grande, Del Norte, Sargent and Mountain Valley went to Sanford. And Centauri and Monte Vista traveled north to Pueblo to take part in Pueblo Central’s tournament.

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Tigers stymie Sargent in 'The Pit'

Friday night it was a meeting between league rivals in the 2A Southern Peaks league on the basketball court. Del Norte picked up two important wins towards running the table come the district tournaments. The lady Tigers defeated Sargent by a score of 68-40. The boys from Del Norte also picked up a win in a 49-30 game.

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Sanford earns late season win at home

Sanford basketball welcomed the ailing Vikings for a non-conference game.

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Ramirez and Zimmerman sign letters of intent

On Wednesday two members of Alamosa High School inked the next step in their education. Angelo Ramirez signed on to play football for Adams State University. Tyler Zimmerman signed on the dotted line pledging his bat and glove to Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska. During their time at Alamosa High School both boys were invaluable to the athletic department.

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Moose gets back on track against Monte Vista

Tuesday night when the Pirates came to town Alamosa basketball needed a palette cleanser. Over the weekend Alamosa took an unpleasant trip to La Jara where both teams relented to the host Falcons. Monte Vista has struggled since the onset of league play. Between the two teams the girls are the only one to have earned a league win, against Montezuma-Cortez on Jan. 19.

by Stephen Jiron

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Panthers go ‘downtown’ to dispatch Miners

“Live by the three, die by the three,” is an often-used adage when it comes to the game of basketball.

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Falcons take down Moose at home

Saturday night housed a little shake-up in the IML Basketball league. Centauri’s girls (16-1-0) took care of business against Alamosa (10-6-0) with a 46-22 victory, Centauri’s boys (9-8-0) upset Alamosa (15-2-0) in a 66-54 stunner.

by Stephen Jiron

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Sierra Grande tops Cotopaxi in District 6 showdown

The Panthers hosted district rival Cotopaxi on Friday night to favorable results for the home crowd. The lady Panthers stayed consistent to produce a 52-31 victory while the Sierra Grande boys utilized a big second quarter to roll over Cotopaxi 74-49.

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Pirates fall to Bayfield despite tough play

Friday night the Pirates basketball team welcomed Bayfield for a clash in the Intermountain League. The girl’s game went down to the wire before Monte Vista was defeated 51-47. The boys game started with a back and forth but the Pirates could not keep pace in the second half falling 70-52.

by Stephen Jiron

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Antonito splits with Primero Bulldogs

Thursday night the Trojans took on the Primero Bulldogs at home. The Antonito girls (11-3-0) registered a commanding 68-31 victory over Primero (4-9-0) while the boys suffered 58-28 defeat.

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Alamosa grounds Falcons on Senior Night

Thursday night was Centauri’s last home dual. They would be tasked with taking down the OnTheMat number one ranked Alamosa’s Mean Moose. The Moose proved too much under the lone spotlight taking a 52-21 victory.

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Multi-use pavilion celebrates grand opening

The ribbon cutting of the multi-use pavilion took place on Wednesday afternoon.

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Early drought costs Falcon boys in Bayfield

Senior center Ryan Phelps’ thunderous alley-oop slam beginning the third quarter Saturday evening was a potential signal that the home team felt it had done enough to secure victory.

by Joel Priest

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Avenging first loss, Centauri girls gouge Bayfield

Senior forward Caroline Van Berkum gained senior center Ember Canty’s initial tip in stride, took it in for a layup, and the guests were already on their way to a 57-18, mercy rule-quickened triumph.

by Joel Priest

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Rio not so 'Frio' for annual 5k run and walk

A 17-year-old cross country runner from Rampart High School in Colorado Springs edged out the three-time runner-up for top honors in the fourth annual Rio Frio 5k held Sunday in conjunction with the Ice Festival in Alamosa.

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Valley Classic wrestling tournament wraps up

The Center Vikings played host for the 2018 Valley Classic that welcomed schools from all over Colorado with a heavy focus on teams from the San Luis Valley.

by Stephen Jiron

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Mean Moose rocks and rolls on the road

Alamosa’s basketball squads headed west for an IML matchup with Monte Vista’s Pirates on Friday night. The Alamosa girls (8-4-0) shut down Monte Vista (4-9-0) in a 54-18 victory while Alamosa’s boys (12-1-0) did likewise prevailing 64-37 over the host Pirates (4-9-0). Prior to Friday night

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Thunderbirds bring the rain in rivalry games

Friday night at SDCHS gymnasium Thunderbird faithful had plenty to cheer about. The Sangre de Cristo basketball girls (13-1-0) got back to the business of stacking wins with a 50-14 victory over Creede (6-7-0). The Thunderbird boys (13-1-0) got hot and took down previously undefeated Creede (12-1-0).

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NFFCC selects team to celebrate 25th Anniversary

The Colorado Chapter of the National Football Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2018. The NFFCC Board of Directors has selected an 11-member anniversary team, representing the best and brightest student-athletes from the past 25 years.

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Moose bull through Wolverines on Senior Night

For their last home dual the Alamosa Mean Moose wrestling team earned an overpowering victory over Bayfield on Thursday night.

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Sargent girls seeking fresh start in SoPeaks

With the second of three games this week set to tip off at 3:30 p.m. today, there won’t be, nor has there recently been a lot of time for the Sargent girls’ basketball team to breathe casually.

by Joel Priest

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Mean Moose stand tall at home

On Tuesday night the Mean Moose took a well-deserved break from the Intermountain League to welcome the Buena Vista Demons to the Valley.

by Stephen Jiron

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Sports Bulletin

The place to find scores, upcoming events and information about community sporting events right here in the Valley.

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Fouls can’t foil Alamosa girls in Bayfield

Fifty percent accuracy from the charity stripe usually isn’t a figure coaches cherish.

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Moose gain IML lead with gutsy second half in Bayfield

Mathematically speaking, one times one equals…one. Always has, always will.

by Joel Priest

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Mean Moose splits with Centauri in Alamosa

Alamosa’s boys and Centauri’s girls both added another notch to their win columns in an IML showdown on Friday night.

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Sanford downs visiting Farmers

Sanford welcomed Sargent for a Saturday night showdown in which Sargent’s girls fell short of a comeback 37-27 while the Sanford boys controlled the game from the first tip off to the final buzzer in a 60-45 finish.

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Monte Vista wrestling falls on the road to Bayfield

INTERMOUNTAIN LEAGUE WRESTLING MONTE VISTA 29, AT BAYFIELD 36

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Sierra Grande basketball earns two big wins at home

nito Trojans for a 1A mixer. The lady Panthers (5-4-0) shocked the 8th ranked Trojans (7-3-0) in a 61-51 game. The Sierra Grande boys (6-3-0) gave a similar performance with a 62-40 victory over Antonito’s boys (0-9-0).

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T-Birds sink Vikings in Center

Thursday night Sangre de Cristo went to Center where they would take down the Vikings in two lopsided affairs. Sangre de Cristo’s girls (11-0-0) prevailed, taking a 62-19 final, the boys followed suit with a 53-20 finish.

by Stephen Jiron

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Prep Basketball RPI rankings are out

For the first week of the basketball season CHSAA has posted the official Rating Percentage Index rankings for each team in high school basketball. Let’s take a look at the top ten in each class.

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Fifth grader wins first place at ‘Who’s Bad’ Nationals

Center Wrestling Club fifth grader Xaria Traversie-Rodriguez won first place at the “Who’s Bad” Rocky Mountain Nationals last weekend.

by Teresa Benns

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Alamosa boys charge back in second half

Alamosa hosted Montezuma-Cortez over the weekend. The wrestling squad took care of business at Adams State University.

by Stephen Jiron

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Moose wrestlers win home tournament

The Alamosa wrestlers had themselves a busy weekend. After having a dual with Montezuma-Cortez, which they took handily 73-3, they had to get up bright and early for their home tournament, the Alamosa Invitational. From 9 o’clock in the morning until the sun went down the 11 teams in attendance battled for supremacy.

by Stephen Jiron

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Pirates total 13 second-half points, lose at Bayfield

Head coach Jeff Lehnus knew that his Wolverines rushed things a bit much as the first quarter of Saturday evening’s 3A Intermountain League contest wound down inside BHS Gymnasium.

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Lady Pirates sunk in final seconds at Bayfield

Stung not once, but twice by opposing center/forward Jordan Lanning’s last-second shooting at the end of a quarter, Monte Vista’s girls unluckily dropped their second 3A Intermountain League game in as many days Saturday afternoon on the road.

by Joel Priest

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Thunderbirds keep streaks alive against Sargent

On Thursday night Sangre de Cristo’ basketball squads traveled west on the Seven mile to meet their league rival Sargent.

by Stephen Jiron

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Mean Moose tops Conflict in Cleveland tournament

Over the weekend the Mean Moose wrestling team took part in the Conflict in Cleveland tournament hosted by Cleveland High School in New Mexico. With a score of 271 Alamosa beat out 16 other schools to take first place.

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Alamosa splits league schedule opener with Pagosa

The Alamosa girls fell to the Pirates by a score of 53-31. The boys added another notch to the win column with a 48-26 victory over Pagosa Springs.

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Students earn black belts

Justin Carterage 18, Jocelynn age 15, and Riley Valdez age 11, tested for the rank of 1st Dan Black Belt in the martial art of Taekwondo on October 7, 2017.

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Local teams splash preliminary rankings

CHSAA has released another ranking based on the votes of coaches and media officials. There is still a week before the official rating percentage index scores begin to go up.

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Adams State hosts number three of four game home stand

The Grizzlies hosted conference rival University of Colorado-Colorado Springs on Friday night. The women fell short of a comeback 60-52 and the men found themselves on the wrong end of a nail-biter falling 83-81.

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Centauri gets in tune against Miners

The Falcons christened their newly waxed court on Thursday night with two drubbings of the Trinidad Miners.

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High school sports are back to action

After taking a well-deserved reprieve the teams from the valley are getting back to it this week.

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Grizzlies roar out of holiday hibernation

Saturday night Plachy Hall reopened their doors after taking a little time off for Christmas. The host Grizzlies closed out 2017 with a bang, the women taking down Chadron State 87-78 and the men pleasing the crowd with a come from behind nail biter 75-74.

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Valley Sports, 2017 in review

ALAMOSA — As we near the end of the year it's a good time to look forward to new exciting possibilities and dreams in our own lives. Some people like to make New Year's Resolutions as a promise of betterment to themselves. But this is also a time to look back to revel and reflect on past accomplishments. With that in mind we delved into the past years worth of articles to remember the stories that made headlines, recognize the feats that made people sit up and take notice, and relive the accomplishments that made history .

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Holiday Weight Loss Challenge Check-in-Jesus Felix

People all over the Valley are participating in the San Luis Valley Weight Loss Challenge. It's important to remember healthy diet along with getting up and getting active.

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Sanford and Alamosa compete at State Spirit Championship

The State Spirit Championship took place over the weekend of December 8th at the Denver Coliseum.

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Alamosa Parks and Rec crowns youth basketball champions

The fifth and sixth graders of the Valley stayed busy over this past season with youth basketball. After a productive season the champions were named.

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Residents rein in holiday spirit at Rudolph Run

Saturday evening the Round-UP Rudolph Run 5k got the starting gun at Cole Park. Runners ranged from serious distance runners and 5k enthusiasts to whole families looking to get out and about in fun and exciting costumes.

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Centauri wrestlers score big against Montezuma-Cortez

Centauri’s wrestlers had one more item on the agenda standing between them and their rest and relaxation time. Centauri faced the Panthers of Montezuma-Cortez in a dual on Friday night and took care of business to the tune of a 63-12 score.

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Alamosa sinks Pirates in home dual

Thursday night Alamosa met Monte Vista on the mat at home in a dual that the Moose took all but one match for a 70-6 finish.

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CHSAA announces All-State picks for prep football

Every year the Colorado High School Athletic Association names the honors of each different sport’s All-State teams. As expected, for football the majority of the players that were named were members of playoff caliber teams.

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Monte Vista downs Indians in home opener

Friday night Monte Vista welcomed Sanford to town for interclass play. Monte Vista resides in the Intermountain League in 3A while Sanford is from District 1 of 2A. The Pirates claimed victory in both the boys and girls games.

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Tigers defend The Pit for home opener

Tuesday night Del Norte welcomed Sierra Grande for the Tigers’ first home games of the season and both the girls and the boys defended home court earning two clear victories.

by Stephen Jiron

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Moose take third at Pueblo East Wrestling Invite

Over the weekend the Alamosa wrestling team continued their season in Pueblo at the East Wrestling Invitational. At the event Alamosa faced the likes of at least four top ranked 4A teams.

by Stephen Jiron

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City declares Adams State Cross Country Day

Alamosa City Councilor Liz Thomas Hensley presents the Adams State Cross Country Day proclamation to Coach Damon Martin, center, during Alamosa city council’s December 6th meeting. Flanking them from left are Adams State University Athletic Director Larry Mortensen, City Councilors David Broyles, Jan Vigil and Michael Carson and Mayor Ty Coleman.

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Meloneers basketball sweep Center

Wednesday night Center played host to Rocky Ford. The Meloneers came to town with more than the Vikings could handle and swept both the girls and boys games.

by Stephen Jiron

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39th Annual All Valley Banquet honors SLV football

Since 1979 the San Luis Valley has been carrying on a proud tradition of honoring local football.

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Centauri Falcons sweep Mountain Top Classic

Saturday night Del Norte met with Centauri to settle the winners of the Mountain Top Tournament. Centauri boys and girls both swept the night earning two tournament victories to settle the weekend event with home wins.

by Stephen Jiron

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Championship games are set in La Jara and Mosca

The temperatures outside may be dropping but things are heating up on the basketball courts of the valley. Day two of tournament play is now in the books and the number one spots are looking a lot less murky.

by Stephen Jiron

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Valley prep basketball tournament play begins

Southern Colorado’s Basketball’s Seasons are off to a roaring start. For the opening week Centauri, Sangre de Cristo and Alamosa were all hosting tournaments while Center, Del Norte, Antonito, Sierra Grande, Creede and Sargent were in attendance.

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CHSAA names All-State first and second teams

Early Thanksgiving week CHSAA announced their All-State Volleyball teams. Del Norte's Lacie Jones was selected to 2A's second team. Jones had a productive season leading the Tigers with 231 kills at 44.3 percent efficiency both stats among the highest in the state.

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Falcons foiled 10-7 in 1A State Championship

Saturday afternoon the stands at Centauri High School were overflowing with humanity. People from all over the valley were in attendance to see if Centauri could get the final win to accent a perfect season. Strasburg’s own fan base traveled well to witness the possibility of their Indians repeating as state champions for the second year running.

by Stephen Jiron

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Del Norte high schooler follows in mother's footsteps

When Emilee Haefeli was a little girl, lots of folks predicted she would be like her mom. They were right.

by Ruthanne Johnson

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Falcons fly high, punch ticket to state final

The Centauri Falcons have been a juggernaut all season taking down all comers earning an 11-0 record in the process. The Falcons got number twelve against Limon in a 20-12 game to earn a state championship berth. Centauri got things goin

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San Luis Valley volleyball seniors to play on Friday

The 10th annual S.L.V. Volleyball Senior Showcase game will take place at Ortega Middle School on Friday, Nov. 17th at 7 p.m.

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Centauri advances to semifinals

The Pirates and Falcons got a beautiful day for football on Saturday, they kicked off quarterfinal action with a 35-7 game that Centauri added to their impressive resume.

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Special Olympics bowling results

As the Adams State Event Management HPPE 305 class, we hosted the local Special Olympics bowling event on October 26, 2017 at ABC Pro Bowl. This group of ASU students dedicated eight weeks of volunteer and planning hours to get our bowlers ready for the Southeast Area Regionals in Pueblo, CO.

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Sargent travels for quarterfinals matchup

Within the Southwest league the Farmers have flourished having gone a perfect 6-0 this year. Outside of the Southwest they are taking steps in the right direction earning their first non-league win last week against the Gilpin County Eagles.

by Stephen Jiron

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League rivals meet in playoff rematch

On October sixth, the Monte Vista Pirates went down to La Jara and faced off against the league leading Falcons. Centauri controlled a one-sided game that only saw the Pirates muster 2 points and zero offensive scoring. Since then Monte Vista has been on a tear, closing the season with three straight wins.

by Stephen Jiron

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Sangre de Cristo Thunderbirds prepare for State

The state volleyball tournaments begin this weekend for all classes. In 1A Sangre de Cristo will face La Veta and Wiley for their opportunity to enter bracket play.

by Stephen Jiron

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CHSAA announces 29th Hall of Fame Class

The Colorado High School Activities Association Hall of Fame has announced its 29th Hall of Fame class, a nine-member group that depicts the rich history of the Association, along with providing real-life examples of what participation, coaching, leading and advocating for students can do. Each of these people has established themselves as a role model for today’s young people seeking their way to adulthood.

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San Luis Valley volleyball check-in

Friday saw a host of action for the teams in the San Luis Valley.

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Falcons defense reigns over Colorado Springs Christian

Saturday afternoon a back and forth game resulted in a 21-7 Centauri victory over the Colorado Springs Christian Lions (CSC). The first round for Centauri was a defensive struggle for both teams that saw 28 points in total offense and eleven turnovers with the Falcons ending the day +1 in the turnover differential.

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Falcons can’t come up with regional win

Centauri put up a fight but came short in regionals dropping both games in their pool 2-3 to St. Mary’s and 1-3 to Platte Valley.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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It’s another Sargent victory!

Sargent defeated Gilpin County in a lopsided 56-26 game on Friday night. The Farmers will advance to the Quarterfinals, where they’ll face the winner of the Norwood and West Grand game.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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AHS gymnasts head to state

Alamosa High School sends Devyn Mitchell off to state gymnastics competition on Thursday morning.

by Nick Dionisio

Updated: 1 year ago

284     0

Falcons Volleyball host regional tri

Centauri went 1-1 in regional pool play as the 35th seed last year, which wasn’t good enough to advance to State pool play. The Falcon’s loss that kept them from advancing came at the hands of Valley High School who went on to challenge the eventual state champions Eaton High School in the finals.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent to host Custer County and Hoehne

This year the Farmers went 12-0 in their district good enough to take the conference and to host District One’s tri in the District finals of 2A volleyball.

by Stephen Jiron

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More Pictures from CHSAA Cross Country State Championship

Extra photos from CHSAA Cross Country State Championships

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Creede takes Monte Vista down in late season game

On Thursday the 26th The Creede Miners traveled east for a cross class clash with the Monte Vista Pirates, taking the match 3 sets to none.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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CHSAA State Cross Country Championships Results

The Valley 2A and 3A Cross Country teams competed at the State Championships in Colorado Springs on Saturday Oct. 28, Here are the results.

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Mean Moose struggle to stop Bayfield run game

Fourth ranked Bayfield’s vaunted passing game came into play, but the Wolverines pounded the ball down the field on the ground while cruising to a 38-0 Southern Peaks League victory over the host Mean Moose to win the conference title with an undefeated regular season.

by Keith Cerny

Updated: 1 year ago

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Pirates pelt Bears for Homecoming

On a cool night the Pirates dispatched of league foe Dolores in a 58-point shutout. Monte Vista came into this game with two straight notches in the 'W' column with the 11th seed in their back pocket. Dolores meanwhile have been a streaky team for the past 5 weeks, alternating wins and losses with each game being decided by 19 points or more.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Splashland Triathlon results shared

The Overall Triathlete in the Splashland Hot Springs Swimming Pool Sprint Triathlon included: Jarrod Trainor, Albuquerque, NM, male; Paula Maresh, Littleton, female; and relay triathletes: Team MunsonValentin, La Jara, first place, and Team Three Amigos, Alamosa, second place.

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Colorado High School Cycling League State Championship

The Rio Grande Rattlers Composite Mountain Bike Team finished up a very successful season at the Colorado State Championship Haymaker course in Eagle, Colorado on Sunday October 22nd. Two members of the first-year Rattlers qualified for the state race.

by Mark Skinner

Updated: 1 year ago

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Local fighters get job done at High Altitude Faceoff VIII

With hundreds in attendance, Nemesis Promotions kicked off the first annual Angelo Duarte Wrestling Scholarship fights. With local talent Omar Gonzalez, Isaac Lopez and Sonny Yohn billed the fights were an event that drew a great crowd for a great cause.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Jackson MMA returns to the Valley for High Altitude VIII

This Saturday Nemesis Promotions brings mixed martial arts to Alamosa for a good cause. Angelo Duarte was a local fighter based out of Alamosa who trained with Grizzly MMA. Over the course of his career he posted 7 wins with 2 by rear naked choke. Duarte had a day job as a tree trimmer and last summer Duarte passed away in a power line accident.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Host Del Norte grounds Thunderbirds on Senior Night

Junior Keegan Medina and the Tigers showed what their shotgun was capable of posting 55 points on the reeling Thunderbirds.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa writes final chapter of '17 with 2-0 victory over Salida

Alamosa soccer took a 2-0 victory over the visiting Salida Spartans on Thursday afternoon to improve to 7-7-1 overall.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

277     0

Rattlers prepare for State with Chaulk Creek Stampede

The new Rio Grande Rattlers High School Mountain Bike Team traveled to Nathrop on October 7th for their final regular season race.

by Mark Skinner

Updated: 1 year ago

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Results from 12 HOP race on Saturday

Rider results from race in Penitente Canyon race.

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Annual '12 Hours of Penitence' provides rugged ride

More than 87 competitors dealt with a sunny day, but windy afternoon in the 3rd Annual "12 Hours of Penitence" endurance mountain bike race at Penitente Canyon near La Garita in the San Luis Valley from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday.

by Stan Moyer

Updated: 1 year ago

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'Alpha' Centauri: CHS clinches Intermountain volleyball title

Having surrendered a booming kill to expected threat Kylee McCoy, then finding themselves burned by an unexpected ace serve by reserve Jannika Pope, the Lady Falcons had a sense that perennial Intermountain League powerhouse Bayfield, trailing 2 games to 1 in Saturday’s match, still had a trick or three in store and a tiebreaking Game 5 in sight.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa goes 1-1 in Monte Vista Tri, Host Pirates go 0-2

Saturday the Monte Vista Pirates hosted an Intermountain league volleyball tri that was attended by Alamosa and Pagosa Springs. Pagosa Springs swept the Tri with Alamosa splitting and Monte Vista suffering two losses.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent defeats Del Norte in Siren game for Homecoming

Sargent forced a running clock against Del Norte in a 53-15 affair that was another feather in the cap of the Farmers as the volleyball team defeated South Park the same night.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Gunnison boys and girls take first at Eric Wolff Invite

Cross country teams from all over the valley competed in the annual Eric Wolff Invitational in Chapman Park, Monte Vista.

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Del Norte defeats Custer County in four sets

Del Norte played host to the Custer County Bobcats and defeated them 3-1 on Thursday night in a league game.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Ski Hi Aquatics sends Gators to Colorado Springs

On the last day in September members of the Ski Hi Aquatic Gators traveled to Colorado Springs to compete in the Cheyenne Mountain High Point meet.

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Centauri takes five sets to put away Moose

Centauri volleyball picked up a big league victory Tuesday night in a 3-2 game over Alamosa.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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12 HOP bike race showcases outdoor recreation

his weekend's 12 Hours of Penitence - 12 HOP - mountain bike race is expected to bring over 200 contestants, their friends and family to the natural beauty of the Valley's Penitente Canyon.

by Hew Hallock

Updated: 1 year ago

320     0

Alamosa falls short against Bayfield

Alamosa hosted Bayfield for their first night game of the year and fell 2-1 getting swept in the league series 0-2

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Redskins tame Panthers on homecoming

Of all the weeks for La Veta to come to town they came and spoiled homecoming, taking Sierra Grande down 53-19.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Cornum scores from both sides of the ball, Falcons roll

In a rivalry game that looks to decide the Southern Peaks league Centauri earned a resounding victory defeating Monte Vista 27-2 Friday on Centauri’s homecoming night.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Moose can’t muster enough in second half

Powered through five games with a balanced offense and stingy defense, Alamosa struggled on both sides of the ball at times last night while losing a heart-breaking Intermountain League game against visiting Delta on a field goal in the waning seconds, 18-15.

by Keith Cerny

Updated: 1 year ago

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Host Farmers defeat Center in league face-off

On a night that the Farmers were clad in pink for breast cancer awareness they knocked off Center 3 sets to none.

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Alamosa School district's annual Fun Run

Wednesday’s Annual Fall Fun Run at Alamosa Elementary brought out a hodge-podge of looks from kindergarten through fifth grade students. From smiles to expressions of determination or exhaustion, the run offers a feeling of accomplishment for the students when all is said and done.

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Mean Moose take down Monte Vista 3-0 on Senior Night

Tuesday night Alamosa volleyball (6-5) took down Monte Vista (2-11) in 3 sets for a league victory and some momentum heading into this weekend's tournament.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Splashland to host second annual triathlon

Feel the satisfaction of accomplishing a positive fitness goal and register for the Second Annual Sprint Triathlon, a Splashland Hot Springs Swimming Pool Benefit.

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Antonito girls get league win over Sierra Grande

On Saturday the Trojans defended home court against the visiting Panthers 3 sets to none.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Invitational renamed to honor former teacher

Center Schools track and cross-country coach Dennis Schoenfelder reported Monday that the school has changed the name of its annual September cross country meet from “Center of the Universe” to The Gerald “Tommy” Archuleta Memorial Cross Country Invitational.

by Teresa Benns

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent blanks Sangre de Cristo in annual Border War 58-0

Sargent picked up a road win on Saturday to boost their league standings to 2-0 while also taking the rivalry trophy back to the west side of Sevenmile.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Moose get out of own way long enough to take out Montezuma-Cortez

On a particularly chilly night the Mean Moose dispatched Montezuma-Cortez 38-0 to open league play 1-0.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Pirates put down Bobcats 28-7 in conference opener

Building up momentum to visit Centauri next week, a contest most likely deciding (again) the Southern Peaks Conference champion, was doable Friday night for Monte Vista…but also appeared wholly unsatisfying to not only head coach Manny Wasinger and his staff, but the Pirates themselves

by Joel Priest

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent to face Sangre de Cristo in Seven Mile Border War

This Saturday the rivalry is renewed when the Farmers head east down 7 Mile to face Sangre de Cristo in a Southwest league contest between 1 win teams.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa hosts Montezuma-Cortez in interleague action

Tonight at 7 p.m. the Mean Moose (3-1) starts notching important numbers with game against league foe Montezuma-Cortez(1-2).

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa cross country races to first and third place finishes in Pueblo

Alamosa traveled up to Pueblo along with 18 other schools to take part in Pueblo Central’s Invitational on Sept. 23 at Elmwood Golf Course, Pueblo.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Broncos high school football coach of the week: Roosevelt's Lane Wasinger

This week, it's Roosevelt that's ranked. The Roughriders are No. 7 in 3A. And this week, Lane Wasinger is the Denver Broncos high school football coach of the week.

by Ryan Casey

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sangre de Cristo keeps it going with sixth straight win

Sangre de Cristo defeats Sierra Grande 3 sets to none.

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Sierra Grande gaps Cheraw by 55, keeps the streak alive

BLANCA— As the storms rolled in the Panthers coasted to a 61-6 victory over the Cheraw Wolverines.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent gets back on track against Norwood

MONTE VISTA— On a blustering rainy Friday night the Farmers dispatched Norwood to get their first win of the season by a score of 34-6.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Centauri looks to keep things going against Buena Vista

Tonight the fifth ranked Centauri Falcons go on the road and try to stay perfect against the winless Demons. On paper this game looks like a blowout waiting to happen.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Rio Grande Rattlers take on Cloud City Challenge

On September 10th the new Rio Grande Rattlers High School Mountain Bike Team traveled to Leadville to compete in the Cloud City Challenge which was their second race of the season.

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Valley teams miss state, send Chavez and Hoffstaetter

On Monday the Alamosa, Monte Vista and Creede golf teams competed in 3A Regional golf tournaments in Aurora and Colorado City. The valley teams took 6th, 7th and 15th respectively.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa splits Tri with Centauri and Montezuma-Cortez

Alamosa hosted a Tri on Saturday Sept. 16th, coming up short against Centauri 3-1 and besting Montezuma-Cortez 3-0 in the second for an even split over the weekend.

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Centauri tops Monte Vista, stays perfect

Tuesday evening the Centauri (8-0) volleyball squad went into Monte Vista (1-9) and knocked off the Pirates 3 sets to none.

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Alamosa exorcises demons in victory over Pagosa Springs

Alamosa took over a home game against Pagosa Springs in a 5-goal shutout for a commanding win at home on Saturday Sept. 16th.

by Stephen Jiron

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Panthers roar to their third straight win

Friday afternoon Sierra Grande (3-0) football handed Primero (2-1) a 64-27 defeat in a lopsided game that triggered the mercy rule.

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Third quarter brawl spoils third rout for Moose

early impenetrable defense and an offense that scored at will dominated Trinidad as the Alamosa Mean Moose rolled to a 42-6 victory at home Friday, in spite of a fourth quarter melee that saw four Maroons ejected from the game.

by Keith Cerny

Updated: 1 year ago

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ABC Golf Tournament winners named

Pictured are the first place winners (from left)Sarah Cantu, Richard Esquibel and Ryan Esquibel. They took first with a score of 31 in the tournament's scramble format at Cattails Golf Course on Sept. 10th.

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Adams State Ready for Road Test

Adams State University football team heads to Durango this Saturday at noon to take on Fort Lewis College in the annual Musket Game.

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Monte Vista and Pagosa Springs engage in battle of Pirates

This Friday Monte Vista (2-0) plays host to Pagosa Springs (0-2) in a tale of two teams.

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Alamosa to host Trinidad for Homecoming

In their homecoming game this Friday Alamosa (2-1) will host the Trinidad Miners (1-2).

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Pedro Francisco hat tricks, Moose make it 2 in a row

ALAMOSA — Friday afternoon the boy’s soccer team shut out Montezuma-Cortez with a 4-goal performance.

by Stephen Jiron

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Monte Vista golf tournament wraps up on Friday

Friday morning's Golf Tournament in Monte Vista

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Adams State hosts 24th annual Joe I. Vigil Open

Results shared from Joe I. Vigil meet

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Centauri stays perfect with win against Pagosa Springs

LA JARA — On Friday night the Falcons hosted Pagosa Springs and put on a show for the home crowd with a 36-17 victory off a 3-touchdown night from Taj Cornum.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa High School receives NATA Safe Sports School award

Alamosa High School is the recipient of the National Athletic Trainers' Association Safe Sports School award for its AHS Athletic Training and Sports Medicine Program

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Mean Moose gear up for a showdown in La Junta

Tonight Alamosa goes on the road to face La Junta in a battle of top rated contenders.

by Stephen Jiron

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Hole in one

Labor Day weekend, playing from the tips, was made by Brandon Rogers of Center using a 5 iron from 200 yards on hole 9.

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Alamosa falls short against visiting Bayfield

Mean Moose volleyball lost at home to Bayfield on Tuesday afternoon 3 sets to none.

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Alamosa finishes strong in victory against Crested Butte

Alamosa ended a two game skid with a 3-2 win at home against Crested Butte on Saturday morning.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Sargent drops 30-27 decision to Hoehne

Friday night was a Farmer face-off with Hoehne getting the better of Sargent in a fast paced 30-27 game.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Martinez chips in two, Moose roll

ALAMOSA— Alamosa came away with a 37-7 victory over Buena Vista at home Friday night in a game that got off to a late start.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Reis' pieces

Reis' pieces

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Maximum effort

Maximum effort

by Stephen Jiron

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Rio Grande Rattlers attend composite mountain bike race

FRISCO—The Rio Grande Rattlers Composite Mountain Bike Team wound its way to Frisco for their first competitive race of the season.

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CHSAA Sports Medicine Advisory Committee makes recommendations

The Colorado High School Activities Association’s Sports Medicine Advisory Committee met Wednesday, August 30, 2017, in its continuing efforts to provide a safer participation environment and lessen risks to student participants in the state.

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High school activities bring communities together

Tailgates. Pep rallies. Friday night lights. The new school year is here!

by Bob Gardner and Rhonda Blanford-Green

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Alamosa defeats Florence in convincing fashion

Alamosa junior Chad Jackson (10) had a banner night on both sides of the line, catching four John Lujan passes for 65 yards unofficially and another 21-yard touchdown called back by penalty.

by Jeremy Alonzo

Updated: 1 year ago

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Centauri survives redzone errors to down Paonia

LA JARA- Centauri defeated Paonia in their home opener 20-13. As the lights went down the action heated up.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

338     0

Center out, Antonito in

Due to low sign up numbers Center was forced earlier this month to drop their football team for 2017.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

417     0

Panthers dive right in

Sierra Grande High School announced they will be participating in women’s swimming for the 2017/ 18 season.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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2017 Riggs Benefit Softball Tournament champions named

ALAMOSA — The Bat Attitudes edged WOLO by one run to win the 3rd Annual Riggs Softball Tournament this past weekend at Lee Field.

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3v3 Live Soccer Tournament comes to Alamosa

ALAMOSA – This past weekend on August 12th 3v3 Live presented by Bownet continued their soccer tournament tour in Carroll Park with participants hailing from Alamosa, Pueblo, New Mexico and Texas.

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Gallegos looks to take a page from Longo book

ALAMOSA — Becca Longo has been getting quite a bit of media coverage lately and has become something of a local celebrity thanks in large part to her becoming the first female football player to receive a scholarship in Division II or higher after signing with Adams State University.

by Stephen Jiron

Updated: 1 year ago

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Valley Courier welcomes new sports editor

ALAMOSA — The Valley Courier is proud to announce its newest addition. Stephen Jiron has been named the new sports editor for the Courier.

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GATORS are Division II first place winners

LAMAR — On August 4-6, the local swim team Ski Hi Aquatic GATORS competed in the Summer State Championships in Lamar.

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El Pomar SLV Regional Council gives awards

ALAMOSA — From groups fostering children to dogs and from those promoting arts to local foods, a variety of San Luis Valley nonprofit organizations received funding from the El Pomar Foundation’s San Luis Valley Regional Council on Tuesday.

by Ruth Heide

Updated: 1 year ago

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High school youth train for cycling competitions

VALLEY — The Rio Grande Composite Rattlers are one team — eight high school students as competitive riders, four acting administrators-coaches — participating in the 2017 Colorado High School Cycling Association season, which encompasses four active meets

by Stan Moyer

Updated: 1 year ago

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San Luis Valley Fair features different kind of athletes

Featured action from Thursday's SLV Fair

by Jefferson Geiger

Updated: 1 year ago

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Women's Softball League Runner Up

Marty's Maintenance team is the runner up for 2017 in the City of Alamosa Parks & Recreation softball league competition.

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Women's Softball League Champs

The Rubi Slipper Brewsers are the 2017 Women's Softball League champions.

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Former athlete takes inspiring walk across America

MONTE VISTA— On April 21 Sebastien Jacques began a 5,000 km walk in Virginia Beach, Va. Jacques’ walk is an emotional journey and a personal symbol of determination, courage and hope for himself, but more importantly a symbol to inspire others to overcome

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Adams State announces 2017 Hall of Fame Class

ALAMOSA – Eight individuals and three national championship teams will be enshrined as members of the 2017 Adams State University Hall of Fame class.

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Women's Indoor Team named Scholar Team of the Year

Adams State University women's indoor track and field team have been named the 2017 Indoor Scholar Team of the Year by United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association on July 27.

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Hovasse named to 2017 RMAC Preseason All-Conference

An hour prior to the 2017 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Media Day Kickoff, Adams State University wide receiver Chad Hovasse was named to the 2017 RMAC Preseason All-Conference team.

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Alamosa youth baseball/softball ends season

ALAMOSA— Here are the end of the season youth champions for each division for the City of Alamosa Parks & Recreation youth programs.

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Ski Hi Stampede features awesome rodeo action

Scenes from the Ski Hi Stampede rodeo action

by Eric R. Flores

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Alamosa team wins league championship

The 2017 Fastpitch softball champions, Alamosa, won the league championship Tuesday night in Monte Vista.

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Marathon is part of Russ Valdez's personal journey

SILVERTON/CAPULIN — When Russ Valdez qualified for the Hard Rock Hundred (HRH) Endurance Run July 14-16, he was both excited and humbled.

by Sylvia Lobato

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Alamosa Youth Football Golf Tournament winners shared

ALAMOSA — Alamosa Youth Football Golf Tournament was a huge success on Saturday July 22.

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Antonito dedicates memorial to Coach Archuleta

ANTONITO — When Gerald “Tommy” Archuleta died in a traffic accident on April 10, 2017, he left behind memories, devotion and love.

by Sylvia Lobato

Updated: 1 year ago

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Demo Derby is Pioneer Days favorite

Images shared from Manassa Pioneer Days' popular demolition derby.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 1 year ago

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Alamosa takes on some of Pueblo's best to win the SOCO tournament

Aggressive base running, solid pitching and great defense helped Alamosa’s 18 and under baseball team capture the championship of the SoCo (Southern Colorado) tournament here at Hobbs Field at Runyon Park with a 6-0 victory over Pueblo East on Tuesday nig

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AHS hosts lifting showcase

Alamosa High School hosted a lifting showcase.

by Nick Dionisio

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Centauri hosts skills camp

Area youth learn and practice skills during a basketball skills camp at Centauri this week.

by State Rep. Donald Valdez

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Ski Hi Stampede shares local entry registration information

MONTE VISTA — Local residents are invited to sign up for the Ski Hi Stampede Amateur Events 2017.

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Sutak Raceway presents Cat's Classic this weekend

ALAMOSA — Experience AMA-Pro Am motocross action at the Cat’s Classic Motocross this Saturday and Sunday, July 8-9 at the Sutak Raceway, 8131 Road 11 South, Alamosa.

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Alamosa High School baseball team hosts camp

The Alamosa High School summer baseball team, coached by Jason Romero and Tony Kechter, hosted a three-day camp at the high school field at OMS this week.

by Jennifer Alonzo

Updated: 1 year ago

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Friday action at the Alamosa Round-UP

Scenes from Friday's PRCA Rodeo in Alamosa

by Shasta Quintana

Updated: 1 year ago

560     0

Perspectives on road bicycling in the San Juans

VALLEY — Road bicycling in the San Juan Mountains, or to widen the focus somewhat, in the San Luis Valley area of south-central and southwestern Colorado, offers excellent high altitude training opportunities.

by Stan Moyer

Updated: 1 year ago

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ASU baseball offers camp

ALAMOSA– Adams State University Baseball program will be hosting a Player Prospect camp for student athletes which will have an instructional session along with drill work to show case each player’s skills and allow the coaches to see how each individual

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Rookies win tournament

GREELEY — Colorado Rookies won the Six Seventeen tournament over the weekend.

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Del Norte runner wins two Creede races

CREEDE– As if winning the half-marathon (13.1 miles) wasn’t enough, Enrique Salcedo, Del Norte, of Kristi Mountain Sports fame, had to “cool off” so he ran the 6k a few minutes later and won that too, in the annual Run Off Run Off here, organized by the W

by Keith R. Cerny

Updated: 1 year ago

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ASU player drafted in MLB

ALAMOSA — An Adams State baseball player was drafted in the tenth round of the MLB Draft on Tuesday.

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SLV represented in CHSCA All State cross country

Athletes from San Luis Valley schools competed in the CHSCA All State cross country meets.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

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Valley athletes compete at CHSCA All State

Featured are some highlights from the CHSCA All State games involving San Luis Valley athletes. Cross country photos will be shared on Wednesday.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

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Adams State finishes 10th in Learfield Directors’ Cup

CLEVELAND – With a point total of 543.50, Adams State University concludes the 2016-17 athletic calendar in 10th place of the NCAA Division II Learfield Directors’ Cup standings.

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SLV represented in 2017 CHSCA All-State Games

ALAMOSA– From June 6-10, Adams State University will be the site of the 61st annual Colorado High School Coaches Association (CHSCA) All-State Games.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

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Adams State gridiron great Bobby Saiz re-appears on Hall of Fame ballot

Almost 30 years later, they still haven’t made ’em quite like Bobby Saiz.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

555     0

Sgt. Glen Martinez Veterans Golf Tournament winners announced

With a beautiful day there were 16 teams participating in the 2017 Sgt. Glen Martinez Veterans Golf Tournament held at the Monte Vista Golf Course on May 28.

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Glen Martinez memorial 5K results announced

The 8th Annual Martinez 5K Run/Walk on May 28 drew 64 men and women participants to honor U.S. Marine Sgt. Glen E. Martinez who was killed in action when the Humvee he was riding in hit a roadside bomb in Iraq on May 2, 2008.

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Moose earn Baseball All-Conference honors

ALAMOSA—The Alamosa High School baseball squad concluded a winning 2017 season, finishing 13-6 (7-3 league).

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OMS wins soccer championship

ALAMOSA — The OMS soccer team had an incredible spring season in Pueblo.

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Martin top female in Bolder Boulder citizens division

BOULDER — When Lauren Martin was growing up in Alamosa, she was never far away from a track or cross country meet.

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Alamosa High School presents athletic awards

Alamosa High School’s booster club, Maroon Pride, hosted the annual athletic banquet on Wednesday evening

by Jennifer Alonzo

Updated: 2 years ago

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Bill Metz Elementary students 'smile for a mile'

The annual Bill Metz Elementary Smile For A Mile run was held Wednesday morning.

by Lisa Newcomb

Updated: 2 years ago

629     0

Gidabuday is Men’s Track Athlete of the Year

NEW ORLEANS – Adams State University sophomore Sydney Gidabuday will enter the NCAA Division II Championships as the South Central Region Men’s Track Athlete of the Year.

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Valley captures four state titles in shortened State Meet

LAKEWOOD—After some frustration from coaches around the state because of uncertainty by the Colorado High School Activities Association, the 2017 State Track and Field Championships made history this past weekend.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

570     0

ASU athlete alumni dies in car accident

ALAMOSA – It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that Adams State University reports the death of former student-athlete Melissa (Bouren) Crawford.

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678     0

Ballantyne, Gidabuday, Light earn RMAC awards

COLORADO SPRINGS – On Wednesday, the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) announced their Outdoor Track & Field award winners with Adams State University Head Coach Rock Light, sophomore distance runner Sydney Gidabuday, and junior sprinter Micah Bal

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616     0

Ortega, Hackett qualify for state golf tournament

Alamosa girls golf took third at the regional tournament.

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Sargent advances to 2A state baseball

ALAMOSA– After surviving an all-SLV district tournament at Adams State College’s baseball stadium, Sargent drew a tough first-round state championship challenge facing Class 2A’s No. 1 seeded Paonia in a first-round game Friday at Hobbs Field in Pueblo at

by Staff Report

Updated: 2 years ago

681     0

Alamosa baseball falls to Valley in district play

DELTA — The Alamosa High School baseball team lost 12-2 to Valley High School (Gilcrest) in the district region 8 tournament at Delta on Saturday

by Jeremy Alonzo

Updated: 2 years ago

647     0

AE Fun Run gets 'thumbs up'

Alamosa Elementary hosted the annual Spring Fun Run on Wednesday.

by Jennifer Alonzo

Updated: 2 years ago

789     0

Mean Moose, Falcons headed to regionals

ALAMOSA– Winners of 17 straight games, Lamar baseball grabbed the top overall seed in the Class 3A baseball regional tournament slated for Saturday at various sites and will determine who advances to state beginning May 19.

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Updated: 2 years ago

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ASU women claim RMAC championship

GUNNISON – On the final day of the RMAC Championships, the Adams State University women scored 109 points to surge ahead of rival Western State Colorado University and claim the 2017 team title

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Alamosa victorious in Senior Day sweep

ALAMOSA — Senior Day was memorable for the Alamosa Mean Moose baseball team. The weather was warm and the wind remained mostly calm as Alamosa swept the visiting Pagosa Springs Pirates in the final spring 2017 regular season double header on Saturday.

by John E. Pearson

Updated: 2 years ago

684     0

City promotes outdoor activity

The City of Alamosa proclaimed Kids to Park Day.

by Ruth Heide

Updated: 2 years ago

750     0

Romero brothers qualify for Amsoil Arenacross Nationals

VALLEY — Loren Stetson Romero is the official 2017 Amsoil Arenacross West Coast Champion in the Ultracross 50cc Class

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Grizzlies defeat Metro, advance in RMAC Tourney

GRAND JUNCTION—The Adams State University softball team on Thursday celebrated their first Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) tournament win since 2015 where they went 2-2.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

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Johnson is RMAC goalie of the year

The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference released their All-Conference and yearly awards on May 2 for men's lacrosse. Several Grizzlies made the honorable mention list, while one came away with a major award.

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Errors undermine Vikings' work in Ignacio

IGNACIO—Five errors in the bottom of the fifth inning Tuesday afternoon cost the Vikings their one-run advantage, and as some would say, ultimately a potential road win against a non-league opponent currently playing its best baseball of the spring.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

753     0

Parkins pots six, Moose overrun Ignacio 7-0

IGNACIO—Despite Saturday morning’s wintry weather, it was clear Kara Bentley’s jets still hadn’t fully cooled after a late penalty kick, stemming from a dubious (and disputed) hand-ball infraction, allowed Montezuma-Cortez to snatch a 3-2 win the previous

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

748     0

Broncos salute community with Del Norte stop

DEL NORTE— High Valley Community Center (HVCC) welcomed the community of Del Norte and surrounding areas Saturday, April 22 for an exciting event.

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Updated: 2 years ago

862     0

Alamosa Parks & Rec shares volleyball champs

Congratulations to the volleyball champions in the city league.

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Tri-Star Basketball recognizes participants

The Alamosa Optimist Club would like to thank and congratulate the 65 San Luis Valley youth who participated in the Annual Optimist Tri-Star Basketball competition.

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Anaya autos in men’s 1500m

GUNNISON – The Western State Invitational concluded Saturday afternoon with Adams State University Track & Field athletes competing in sprints, the discus, and 1500m races.

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907     0

Moose swipe split pair with league-leading Bayfield

BAYFIELD—Despite a seventh-inning dual ejection, resulting in the removal from play of Alamosa’s offensive hero and Bayfield’s defensive goat (who’d been BHS’ Game 1 defensive hero, however), there was still work to be done beneath a plummeting sun Monday

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

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DN Tigresses take down Lady Cats, 4-nil

Getting a second-minute goal through traffic from freshman forward Kendra Parra, as well as an 81st-minute finish from senior Ashley Rivera only seconds before the full-time whistle, DNHS earned a 4-nil road win at Ignacio.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

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Martinez Memorial events set May 28

MONTE VISTA — This is the 9th year of the 5K Run/Walk and Veterans Golf Tournament held at the Monte Vista Golf Course on May 28th to benefit the Sgt. Glen E. Martinez Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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Adams State, community make 2017 Special Olympics Basketball Showcase a success

ALAMOSA — The sport management class at Adams State University had the honor of hosting the 2017 Special Olympics Basketball Showcase on April 7th at Plachy Hall on the Adams State University campus as its class project.

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Mean Moose sweep away Pirates in twin bill

ALAMOSA — The Mean Moose pitching was effective and the offense struck early and often Saturday as Alamosa hosted the Monte Vista Pirates in an Intermountain League matchup at the OMS fields.

by John E. Pearson

Updated: 2 years ago

907     0

Sanford scrambles to save Saturday sweep of Center

SANFORD—Fielding a question about his squad’s fielding in Game 2 of Saturday’s home doubleheader, Austin Edgar sounded quite relieved that precise details had already escaped his memory.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

908     0

ASU recruit draws national attention

ALAMOSA– Becca Longo, 18, is believed to have become the first female in history to earn a football scholarship with a top-tier college team when she signed a letter of intent Wednesday with Adams State University.

by Staff Report

Updated: 2 years ago

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Grizzly football previews 2017

Adams State experimented with a variety of offenses and defenses in its annual spring game.

by Keith R. Cerny

Updated: 2 years ago

998     0

Casias signs to wrestle for Adams State

Manulito Casias signed with Adams State University for wrestling.

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AHS athlete signs with Drury University

Jessica Archuleta-Trujillo, center, is accompanied by family members and Alamsosa High School Head Track and Field Coach Larry Zaragoza, far left, as she signs with Drury University for track and field.

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ASU recruit interviewed on Good Morning America

ALAMOSA — An Arizona high school senior is making national news this week for possibly being the first woman to ever sign a letter of intent to play college football at the Division II level or higher on scholarship.

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967     0

Basketball camp celebrates 49 years

LA JARA — Fred’s Youth Basketball camp, held at the La Jara Elementary School, is, was able to complete the 49th year of the basketball program.

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Unlikely team of two finishes 12th in the nation in NJCAA Track and Field

ALAMOSA — The team that finished first brought 34 athletes. Trinidad State came with only two, but ended up in 12th place at the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Indoor Track and Field national meet in Pittsburg, Kansas, in February.

by Margaret Sanderson

Updated: 2 years ago

869     0

Homers help ASU take three from UCCS

Something clicked for Adams State University junior April Riggins as she celebrated the fourth month of the year with four home runs to help her Grizzlies get a split in Saturday's Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference doubleheader.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

905     0

ASU Track and Field busy weekend

A majority of Adams State University student-athletes returned to action on Saturday to begin the outdoor season.

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1038     0

Weidner plays hero in ASU's only win over CCU

It wasn't the start Adams State University envisioned but a dramatic 16-15 game two win over Colorado Christian University gave the Grizzlies a Sunday doubleheader split against the Cougars.

by Michael Skinner

Updated: 2 years ago

973     0

Alamosa sweeps Thunderbid titles

The weather postponed all but two events of the La Junta Meet to this Thursday; however, the San Luis Valley showed just how tough Valley athletes were as they battled morning winds and competed in the Sangre de Cristo Thunderbird Invitational on Saturday

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

1018     0

Grizzly softball split with Orediggers

Even though the weather may have been playable on Saturday, the early decision to move the Adams State University softball four-game series to Sunday and Monday was a smart one.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

997     0

Alamosa, Centauri to start IML

The Alamosa Mean Moose and Centauri Falcons' baseball teams are set to start the Intermountain League portion of their seasons on Saturday when the Falcons, who are 3-3 overall and under new head coach Tyler Buhr, host the Mean Moose.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

1083     0

Alamosa Parks and Recreation announces fifth and sixth grade volleyball champions

After finishing third in regular season play, Team Purple entered the end of season tournament eager, but took an early loss.

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ASU women start 3-game home stand today

After six road games to begin the season, Adams State University returns home for three consecutive home games at the ASU Lacrosse Field.

by Michael Skinner

Updated: 2 years ago

899     0

Four represent Valley at 'The Show'

Four San Luis Valley basketball players represented the Valley at the 2017 "The Show" All Star Game this past weekend at Metro State University in Denver.

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Updated: 2 years ago

1088     0

Grizzlies set to host Colorado Mesa and Westminster

The Adams State University men's lacrosse team is returning home for the first time in 16 days. The team has also been on a ten day rest since their last game in Huntsville, Alabama.

by Chris Little

Updated: 2 years ago

1015     0

Grizzles wrap up Pack Invite in sixth

The final day of the Pack Invite hosted by Colorado State University-Pueblo saw the Adams State University Grizzlies women's golf team finish in sixth spot, after a final team score of 644 (+140).

by Samantha Hall

Updated: 2 years ago

936     0

Bobcats take revenge on Farmers

Having just seen Ignacio senior Timmy Plehinger-Williams, hitless in three previous plate appearances (but twice hit by pitches), lash a long double to the leftfield fence with Saturday’s game deadlocked in the top of the seventh inning, Terry VanBibber’s

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

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Grizzlies take three from Skyhawks

The weekend was exactly what the Adams State University softball team needed as they completed a 4-game series and win over the visiting Fort Lewis Skyhawks on Sunday at the ASU Softball Field.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

879     0

Hays named RMAC Player of the Week

COLORADO SPRINGS-Even though the team success was not what Adams State Head Coach Dervin Taylor had hoped for, the coach did see a bright spot in this past weekend's series against New Mexico Highlands University. The Grizzlies, who went 1-3 on the weeke

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

951     0

Niemi's walk-off hit gives ASU split over weekend

The Adams State University Grizzlies were only able to split during their four-game series against the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs Mountain Lions and it came in the second half of a doubleheader on Saturday

by Michael Skinner

Updated: 2 years ago

853     0

Center Invitational highlights track weekend

The 2017 track and field season opened up last Friday for several San Luis Valley teams as the Center Vikings hosted the 2017 Center Invitational that was hosted at Monte Vista High School.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

933     0

Furious fifth: Farmers win big, ending IHS Invite

Touched for just a leadoff single in the bottom of the first, and a one-out double in the second, Sargent’s Ryan Davis was otherwise untouchable Saturday evening.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

908     0

Arby's All Star dunk contest draws excitement

The 2017 Arby's All Star Game drew excitement as fans filled Plachy Hall on Friday evening. The two dunkers pictured, Jorge Venzor (23;top) and Jeff Stevenson (bottom) battled tooth and nail for the win as they both electrified the crowds with exciting ba

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

921     0

All Valley teams fall on final day of state tournament

Like the harsh winds that blow through the San Luis Valley, the final day of the state tournaments, which took place in northern Colorado, was unforgiving to the four San Luis Valley teams that played on Saturday. The Centauri Lady Falcons and Del Norte L

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

871     0

Lady Tigers beat bulldogs, 59-44

For almost any Del Norte success Thursday night, Haxtun had at least two responses.

by Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

937     0

Five SLV teams claim regional titles Saturday

The San Luis Valley basketball season lives on for one more week and fans will have their pick of where they want to go as seven teams have qualified for a chance to vie for the state title across three different venues across northern Colorado, starting

by Eric R. Flores and Joel Priest

Updated: 2 years ago

868     0

SLV Dust Devils take first

Congratulations to our very own SLV Special Olympics basketball athletes for a fine showing at their regional competition in Pueblo on Sunday, February 19. Athletes have been practicing hard on Saturday mornings since November to get ready for this event.

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Two Valley teams clinch state berths

The Antonito Lady Trojans and the Creede/Lake City Miners are state-bound as they won their games on Friday in Gunnison while several other teams battled for the opportunity to play on Saturday and earn a spot.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

896     0

Still undefeated, on to state!

The Antonito Trojans celebrate after winning their regional title game as they have clinched a spot in next week’s state tournament, which will be at the University of Northern Colorado and the Loveland Events Center.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

958     0

12 teams geared for regional basketball action

After a successful showing at Adams State University and Bayfield High School this past weekend, San Luis Valley basketball teams will turn their focus to a trip to the state basketball tournaments, which will take place next Thursday, Friday and Saturday

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

868     0

Lester signs to play at Rocky Mountain College

Sargent senior Quincy Lester has signed to agree to continue her athletic and academic career for the Rocky Mountain College Battlin' Bears out of Billings, Montana.

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Updated: 2 years ago

910     0

Grizzly softball bests Yellowjackets in 3-of-4 games

Five home runs from the Grizzlies helped them open up the home portion of their season with a doubleheader sweep of the Black Hills State University Yellowjackets in Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference action Sunday.

by Eric R. Flores

Updated: 2 years ago

914     0

Adams State sweeps RMAC Indoor Championships

The Adams State University men's and women's indoor track & field teams won a pair of RMAC titles at the Ronald E. Young Center Fieldhouse with seven combined first-place finishes.

by Michael Skinner

Updated: 2 years ago

896     0

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