Sports

Los Alamos Tennis Team Wins Home Game Against Taos

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The Los Alamos Tennis team hosted Taos on Wednesday, and both the boys and girls teams won their matches. Next up will be the Academy Invite April 3 and 4. The next Topper Tennis home match will be vs St. Mike’s at 3 p.m., Wednesday April 8. Pictured: Left to right: (back row) Ana Saenz, Olivia Hamilton, Alea Kretz, Lucia Rudin, Vivian Haigh, Julia Robel, Ajla Bock, Leah Gramer, Coach Travis Gibson, (front row) Coach Lindsay Gibson, Lorrin Fordham, Caris Hatler, Angelie Echave, Kylee Lovato. Courtesy photo

Junior, Caris Hatler lines up a forehand. Courtesy photo Read More

One Week Left To Purchase Tickets For 2026 Los Alamos High School Athletic Hall Of Fame Ceremony

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LAHS News:

There is one week left to purchase tickets for the 2026 Los Alamos High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony and brunch banquet scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, at Fuller Lodge.

Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased at 2026 LAHS Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Tickets.

Members of the 9th Hall of Fame class include Paul Anderson, Kathy Hipwood, Rob Hipwood, Carmen Nogar, Josh Nogar, and Gretchen Torres. Read More

Los Alamos High School Senior Stetson Trujillo Signs National Letter Of Intent To Rodeo For NMSU

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From left, NMSU Head Coach Brice Baggarly, LAHS Senior Stetson Trujillo and NMSU Assistant Coach Tate Harmon on National Signing Day, in which Trujillo signs his intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Courtesy/NMSU

NMSU News:

Los Alamos High School senior and Abiqui resident Stetson Trujillo, has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Family, friends, and coaches recently gathered to celebrate his achievement.

Trujillo, 18, has competed in NMHSRA, 4-H, and NMRA rodeo, earning top finishes in steer wrestling, Read More

Youth Mountain Bike Programs Open In Los Alamos

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NICA Discovery News:

Got a kid who loves riding bikes—or is ready to try trails for the first time? NICA Discovery youth mountain biking programs are back in Los Alamos this spring, offering a fun, confidence-building way for kids ages 7–11 to get outside, learn new skills, and ride with friends.

The “New Friends” program is ideal for children who can balance and pedal a bike but are new to off-road riding. Through games and group activities, riders develop foundational bike-handling skills, physical stamina, and confidence in a supportive, team-oriented environment. “New Friends”

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This Week In Sports: March 24-26, 2026

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SPORTS News:

This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Girls and Boys Track and Field teams have meets at the Bernalillo Relay, softball and baseball games in Santa Fe, a softball game at home and tennis games at home.

Los Alamos High School Hilltopper games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.

This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:

March 24 Tuesday

  • Softball vs Santa Fe Away – 3 p.m.
  • Softball vs Santa Fe Away – 5 p.m.

March 25 Wednesday

  • Baseball vs Santa Fe Away – 5 p.m.
  • Girls/Boys Tennis vs Taos Home (Urban) – 3 p.m.

March 26 Thursday

  • Girls/Boys
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NMAA Board Of Directors’ Committee To Hold Appeal Hearing

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NMAA News:

The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) Board of Directors’ Committee will hold an Appeal Hearing at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, via Zoom.

The meeting is open to the public.

The agenda, which includes Zoom login details, is available on the Board of Directors page of the NMAA website at https://www.nmact.org/board-of-directors/. View agenda here: https://www.nmact.org/file/Agenda_032426_BOD.pdf.

About the Board:

The Board is responsible for the fair and uniform application of federal, state and local laws as well as the rules and regulations of the Association in the

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Topper Tennis Wins In Farmington Tournament

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Angelie Echave prepares to serve while her partner, Alea Kretz, prepares to attack the return. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos tennis team competed in Farmington last weekend in a tournament featuring 5 teams from around the state (Piedra Vista, Clovis, Espanola, Grants, and Los Alamos). The Los Alamos boys team continued their strong performance by taking the overall championship win. The Los Alamos girls team continues to improve every week but finished fourth after some tight losses.

Mike Witkowski prepares to crush a backhand. Courtesy photo Read More

Los Alamos Aquatomics Demonstrate Strong Performances, Dedication, Teamwork At NM Swimming State Championship

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Back row from left, Head Coach Maribeth Englert, Peter Maginot, Ashley McLaughlin, Madalyn Baily, Grace Nowell. Front: Greyson Killgore, and Daniela Milazzo-Ramirez. Courtesy/Los Alamos Aquatomics 

Daniela Milazzo-Ramirez receives feedback after her race. Courtesy/Los Alamos Aquatomics 

SPORTS News:

Six swimmers from the Los Alamos Aquatomics represented the team at the New Mexico Swimming State Championship held March 5-8, demonstrating strong performances, dedication, and teamwork throughout the competition.

Senior swimmer Madalyn Baily competed in the 500-, 1000-, and Read More

LAHS Track & Field Teams Turn In Impressive Performances At Cleveland

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Connor Lattimore ran a State Qualifying time of 16.06 seconds in the 110 m hurdles. Photo by Blake Wood

Amelia Hill carries the baton in the 4×800 m relay. With teammates Emmeline Keller-Moore, Abigail Swigert, and Ensley Jorgenson, this Hilltopper team both won the event and posted a State Qualifying time of 10:15. Photo by Blake Wood

By BLAKE WOOD
Assistant Coach
LAHS Track and Field

The Hilltopper Track & Field teams turned in impressive performances in their fourth varsity meet of the season on a windy Friday afternoon at Sue Cleveland High School in Rio Rancho on March 13. The Girls Read More

Los Alamos High School Science Bowl Team Named 2026 Regional Champions!

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LAHS Science Bowl Team A members, from left, Henry Gans, Julia Zou, Michelle Lo, Drew Bacrania and Gavin Bent are named Regional Champions. Courtesy/LAPS

Members of the Science Bowl teams are back row from left, Henry Gans, Drew Bacrania, Noah Bane and Tate Plohr. Center row from left, Aven Heavner, Amelia Dolejsi, Jack Harris, Gavin Bent and Suchir Jha, Front row from Kevin Zou, Michelle Lo, Coach Ali Renner, Sylvia Stanek, Julia Zou and Calvin Marksteine. Not pictured, Lydia Davis. Courtesy/LAPS

LAHS News:

The Los Alamos High School Science Bowl A Team took first place at the New Mexico Regional Read More