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New Mexico Senior Olympics Winter Games Ice Hockey Returns With Expanded 2026 Roster

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NMSO News:

SANTA FE — The 2026 New Mexico Senior Olympics (NMSO) Winter Games are set to bring high-energy action to the ice, with an expansion of the ice hockey tournament scheduled for Feb. 23 in Santa Fe.

Following last year’s successful exhibition game between No Regretskys and Rusty Blades, which featured two local Santa Fe teams, organizers are significantly expanding the tournament this year. Mark Randall organizer has filled all four teams with over 50 players both men and women.

Four teams competing for the gold medal are:

  • Santa Fe No Regretskys
  • Los Alamos IciSkulls
  • Albuquerque Wrinkled
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Weekly Fishing Report: Feb. 2, 2026

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post 

The frigid temperatures a week ago got the ice-fishing season started. Eagle Nest Lake State Park hosted its annual Ice-Fishing Derby Saturday (1/31). Cash prizes were awarded for the biggest rainbow trout, biggest northern pike and biggest yellow perch.  

The results of the Fishing Derby are not yet available. Check the website for Friends of Eagle Nest Lake and Cimarron Canyon State Parks later this week.

Be sure to call 575.377.1594 to check on ice conditions at Eagle Nest Lake. The weather forecast indicates a warming trend so ice Read More

ZYEP Seeks Community Coaches For 2026 Youth Basketball

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Community coaches meeting at Ho’n A:wan Park prior to ZYEP’s 2025 basketball season. Courtesy/ZYEP

Coaches interacting with their teams during ZYEP’s 2025 basketball season. Courtesy photo

ZYEP News:

ZUNI — The Zuni Youth Enrichment Project is preparing to recruit community coaches for its 2026 Basketball League, a cornerstone spring program that historically has served more than 200 Zuni youth ages 7-12 each year. Coach registration takes place Feb. 9–25.

Youth registration will follow on Feb. 17–March 4. The 2026 season officially kicks off March 23 with support from Nike, the Read More

This Week In Sports: Feb. 3-7, 2026

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SPORTS News:

This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have girls and boys basketball, swimming/diving and wrestling games at home and away.

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:

Feb. 3 Tuesday

  • Boys Basketball vs Pojoaque Away – 6 p.m.

Feb. 4 Wednesday

  • Girls/Boys Wrestling District Duals Española – 3 p.m.
  • Girls Basketball vs Pojoaque Home – 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 6 Friday

  • Girls/Boys Swimming/Diving District Championship Farmington – TBD
  • Girls Wrestling Regionals
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Toppers Fall To Sundevils 46-68 In Conference Game

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Ben Brousseau gets a shot off over Española Sundevils defender Aaron Quintina in the first quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Lan Frazier is challenged by Sundevils defender Zach Archuleta in the 2nd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Varsity Boys Basketball team traveled to Española Thursday night to play against the Española Valley Sundevils in a conference game in the Edward Medina Gymnasium.

The game did not go well for the Toppers. They were unable to overcome the relentless offense and defense of the Sundevils, Read More

Hilltopper Girls Varsity Basketball Falls To Sundevils 45-42

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The Toppers celebrate a late 3pt basket by Danae Rodriguez. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Faith Archuleta drives the ball over half court in the first quarter. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Hilltopper Head Coach Mike Kluk strategizes with the team during a late game timeout in the 4th quarter. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper girls varsity basketball team hosted the Española Lady Sundevils Tuesday night at Griffith Gymnasium. The long-standing rivalry lived up to the hype, with both teams giving it their all for Read More

Leopold Writing Program & Santa Fe International Literary Festival Celebrate Ongoing Partnership For 2026 Festival

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Aldo Leopold. Courtesy/Aldo Leopold Foundation

SFILF News:

SANTA FE — The Leopold Writing Program and the Santa Fe International Literary Festival (SFILF) has announced their continued partnership for the 2026 Festival. The upcoming event will feature award-winning writers, including Ada Limón, George Saunders, and James McBride.

The Festival will also feature a new iteration of the collaborative Write Your Story activity, an ongoing partnership with the Santa Fe International Literary Festival that reflects a shared commitment to uplifting and strengthening New Mexico’s vibrant Read More

Register For 2026 Los Alamos County Little League

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By KARMELA MARTINEZ
Los Alamos 

Imagine believing in something that brings people outdoors on beautiful days, gathers us in open parks instead of closed rooms, and reminds us to slow down and be present. A belief rooted in effort, patience, and humility. Where success isn’t guaranteed and failure is part of the journey, not something to fear. It’s a space where time matters less than participation, where what we give to the moment shapes the outcome. That kind of belief builds community, teaches resilience, and reminds us that showing up together is what truly matters.

That belief is exactly

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Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort Celebrates 73rd Year

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SIPAPU SKI News:

VADITO — Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort will celebrate its 73rd year with a big birthday present – the opening of Lift 3, a two-person chairlift that replaces a 47-year-old vintage surface lift.

Construction on the new lift began in June, and the resort is finally ready to unveil it to the public. The upgrade opens up easier access to popular beginner terrain higher up on the mountain. 

“I’m very proud of our team,” John Paul Bradley, General Manager of Sipapu said. “This project has taken a ton of grit from our team. I’m grateful to everyone who worked on this project, from the Read More

LAHS Hockey To Host Senior Night Saturday Evening

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SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos Varsity Hilltoppers hockey team will celebrate Senior Night this weekend as they take the ice for a special home game at 6:15 p.m. Saturday at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink.

The Hilltoppers will face off against the New Mexico Ice Wolves in what promises to be an exciting and meaningful matchup.

Senior Night is an opportunity for the community to recognize and honor the dedication, hard work, and leadership of the team’s senior players, who have contributed years of commitment to the program.

Fans, families, and community members are encouraged to attend and show their

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