Sports

Los Alamos Community Foundation Supports YMCA Wildcat Basketball With $1,500 Grant

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YMCA News:

The YMCA’s Wildcat Basketball program is celebrating another successful season thanks in part to a $1,500 grant from the Los Alamos Community Foundation.

Now in its second year, Wildcat Basketball has quickly become a valued community tradition, bringing together five local elementary schools for an annual championship. The winning team earns the honor of displaying a traveling trophy until the next season, but the real victory extends far beyond the scoreboard.

Wildcat Basketball focuses on building confidence, teamwork, and resilience in Read More

Hilltoppers Capture Back-To-Back State Hockey Championships

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Assistant Coach Greg Casados, William Nettleton, Assistant Coach John Dunwoody, Jaxon Kelley, Rowan Mowrer, David Vargas, Luke Johnson, Aiden Stow, Milo Naes, Angus Smith, Thomas DeVargas, Lance Metcalf, Landyn Cisneros, Colton Berg, Aiden Alley, Head Coach Lyle Grove, Assistant Coach Justin Paschke. Front row: (Goalie) Knox DeGroot. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

SANTA FE — The Los Alamos Hilltopper varsity hockey team claimed its second consecutive state championship yesterday in dramatic fashion, defeating El Paso 2–1 in sudden-death overtime.

The Hilltoppers capped off an extraordinary Read More

This Week In Sports: March 2-7, 2025

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SPORTS News:

This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have softball and baseball games at home and away and Track and Field in Albuquerque. 

The Topper sports games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.

This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:

March 2 Monday

  • Softball vs Belen Away – 6 p.m.

March 5 Thursday

  • Baseball at SPX Arguello Invite St. Pius – TBD
  • Softball vs Valencia Home – 4 p.m.

March 6 Friday

  • Baseball at SPX Arguello Invite St. Pius – TBD

March 7 Saturday

  • Girls/Boys Track and Field vs ABQ Academy Away – 3 p.m.
  • Baseball
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Keeping The Winter Energy Alive At Pajarito Mountain

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PAJARITO News:

Every ski day is a good day. Pajarito is open for operations Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays – Come ski and ride!

What to expect:

  • Bluebird conditions;
  • Wide open views; and
  • A community that’s all about keeping the winter energy alive.

Pajarito is feeling hopeful for a few more classic New Mexico storms to roll through and is ready to keep the lifts spinning. In the meantime, now’s a perfect weekend to enjoy everything the mountain is serving up.

Every lift ticket comes with Bird Bucks!

That’s extra value with every ticket — Purchase a lift ticket ahead of time Read More

Toppers Win Playoff Game Against Pintos 56-33 … Take On Tigers Tonight In Taos

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The Toppers hosted the Moriarty pintos in a game played Tuesday night in Griffith Gymnasium. The Toppers dominated the Pintos and cruised to a 56-33 victory. With this win the Toppers next playoff game will be against the Taos Tigers at 6 p.m. today, Feb. 26, in Taos. Ben Brousseau dribbles past Rayan Waldrop on his way to the basket. He scored 18 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Lan Frazier drives to the basket through the Pinto defense to score 2 of the 13 points he scored in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Hilltopper Swim And Dive Team Goes To State

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Hilltopper Swim/Dive State Team: Front row from left, Samantha Clayton, Michelle Lo, Deb Brug, Emilie Daligault. Second row from left, Grace Nowell, Madalyn Baily, Sonya Pakin, Alma Hurlocker, Emma Reide, Grace Evans, Catherine Price, Anna Kerstiens. Back row from left, Austin Theye, Sam Nowell, Thomas Daligault, Peter Maginot, Ammon Lee, Gus Marchand. Not pictured: Steven Yeamans. Courtesy photo

Hilltopper Seniors from left, Catherine Price, Emma Reide, Deb Brug, Sam Nowell and Austin Theye. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

The Hilltopper Swim/Dive Team set out for the NMAA State Swim/Dive Read More

Albuquerque Set To Welcome 2026 Lone Star Conference Indoor Track & Field Championships

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VISIT ABQ News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Albuquerque will once again welcome top collegiate track and field athletes from across the region for the 2026 Lone Star Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships, taking place Feb. 27-28 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The two-day men’s and women’s championships marks the second consecutive year the event will be hosted in Albuquerque, following a successful 2025 meet.

The event is expected to draw 400 student-athletes, coaches and supporters and generate an estimated $530,000 in positive economic impact for local hotels, restaurants and Read More

Los Alamos Firefighters Bring Home The Trophy In Battle Against Santa Fe!

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Los Alamos Firefighter Mycah Huitron blocks a shot attempt by a Santa Fe Firefighter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Firefighter Lucas Conway struggles to maintain control of the ball as Santa Fe Firefighters try to rip it from his grip. Conway scored 15 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Firefighter Jevon Baker lines up to take a shot over the defense of a Santa Fe Firefighter. Baker scored 16 points in the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

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Los Alamos Firefighters were victorious in their battle against Santa Fe Firefighters Read More

LAFC Youth Soccer Teams Shine At Classic FC Spring Cup

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Ryker Black, Meline Siranosian, Dawson Hand, William Nichols, Caleb Hemphill, Emmett Fullmer, Jules Sievers, Luke Ainsworth, Levi Hornsby, and Miles McAtee. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

The LAFC 2016 Boys Competitive Soccer Team kicked off their season in impressive fashion, finishing 2nd place overall at last weekend’s Classic FC Spring Cup! The team posted a strong 3–1 record over four matches, with dynamic attacking play producing eight goals and a rock-solid defense allowing just one goal all weekend. It was a fantastic start to the season for this talented young team!

The LAFC 2013/2014 Read More