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Mesilla Elementary student qualifies for junior world rodeo finals

Morgan Parra is only 11 years old, but she is already shaking things up in the world of rodeo. In February, Morgan was featured in the National High School Rodeo Association Times magazine as the … more

Bulletin report | 4/20/23

NMSU Aggie Athletics Notes

Baseball: NM State hosts Stephen F. Austin in a trio of weekend WAC games Friday through Sunday, April 14-16, at Presley Askew Field. Both the Friday and Saturday games have 6 p.m. starts, and … more

Bulletin report | 4/13/23

Aggies in the pros

Here’s a rundown of former NM State baseball and where they are in the Major or Minor Leagues as the 2023 season gets started. MLB Kyle Bradish (Baltimore Orioles) – Bradish … more

Bulletin report | 4/13/23

Golf a trial by ordeal? Sometimes it’s exactly that

Trial by ordeal was an ancient judicial practice by which the guilt or innocence of the accused was determined by subjecting them to a painful, dangerous or at least unpleasant experience. It is … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 4/13/23

Doings on the diamonds

Here’s a look at local high school softball and baseball teams as of April 12, as the regular season heads into its final weeks. Softball: The Centennial High School Hawks are 18-0, 7-0 … more

Bulletin report | 4/13/23

Colson made big impact on sports in Las Cruces

When it comes to Las Cruces sports history, few have been involved in as many milestones as Keith Colson, who passed away March 26 at age 88. “Keith Colson’s certainly an all-time … more

Bulletin report | 4/5/23

The 2023 Games are on!

The Doña Ana County Senior Olympic Games continue in Las Cruces, with events through April 22. Qualifiers at the local games, which began March 17, can compete in the New Mexico Statewide … more

Bulletin report | 4/5/23

Aggies-Lobos postponed; baseball vs. Cal Baptist here this weekend

Due to anticipated weather and high winds, the New Mexico State and New Mexico athletic departments have come to the agreement to postpone Tuesday's scheduled baseball game between the Aggies and … more

Bulletin report | 4/4/23

There’s no shortage of entertainment at the Masters

There’s a lot going on at Augusta National Golf Club in early April. One week before the Masters (April 6-9) is the Augusta National Women’s Amateur golf tournament to be played on a … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 3/30/23

NM State fans greet new basketball coach

Three words were repeated multiple times at the Sunday, March 26, public presentation of New Mexico State University’s new men’s basketball coach, Jason Hooten. Those … more

By Richard Coltharp | 3/28/23

Tour of the Gila set for April 26-30 in Silver City

Tour of the Gila is a five-day stage race for international teams, men and women and amateur racers in North America. Held April 26-30 in Silver City, and throughout the Gila … more

3/16/23

Setting, achieving goals takes more than a wish

I believe in goals. All of us differ in our intrinsic motivation for achievement, and mine happens to be fairly high. For golfers and other athletes who are achievers personal goals are … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 3/16/23

Bulldawgs, Knights compete in Final Four

Two Las Cruces teams are in the state basketball Final Four, playing games today for a shot at the state high school finals. In the 5A girls division, Las Cruces High School faces met #3 seed … more

Bulletin Report | 3/9/23

Heartbreaker ends Aggies’ season

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – New Mexico State University's women’s basketball season came to a sudden end Wednesday night in heartbreaking fashion after a miracle three-point shot by Southern … more

Bulletin Report | 3/9/23

Playing smart golf a sure way to score better

In golf, as in business, sports and even life, avoiding needless mistakes is a good thing. The term “course management” has come to signify the proper use of smart mistake-free … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 3/9/23

Lieutenant governor inducted into softball hall of fame in Las Cruces

When Howie Morales steps up to the plate, he could be facing a political challenge in his role as New Mexico’s lieutenant governor, or he could be facing the opposing pitcher as one of the … more

By Mike Cook | 3/9/23

Three local teams still alive in state hoops playoffs

Of the seven Las Cruces High School teams who made the state basketball tournament, three are still alive after weekend play. In the 5A girls division, Centennial High School and Las Cruces High … more

Bulletin Report | 3/7/23

Aggies move to WAC second round

The New Mexico State University women’s basketball team have advanced to the second round of the Western Athletic Conference tournament after a commanding 65-49 victory over the University of … more

NMSU Report | 3/7/23

NMSU fires baseball coach

NM State Athletics has announced its decision to part ways with Head Baseball Coach Mike Kirby amid his fourth season with the program.In three-plus years at the helm, Kirby led the Aggie … more

NMSU Report | 3/2/23

Dawdling golfers aren’t helping grow the game

Despite all that has been written, blogged and spoken over the last few years, the pace of play is still too slow at most golf courses. I have written about this before, but the issue continues to … more

By Charlie Blanchard | 3/2/23