CF Evan Muhlberger will sign with NMJC. Has some skinny guy "pop". Has run below a 6.6 and is 87-88 from the outfield...all this at about 160 lbs.

your son is a 2021 and possible top 10 round draft pick and with the uncertainty of playing this spring...do you move to AZ for your final semester of your senior year?

NMPreps.com's list of the top seniors for the 2020/1 New Mexico high school football season.


Class of 2021: #46-#50
Class of 2021: #51-#55
Class of 2021: #56-#60
Class of 2021: #61-#65
Class of 2021: #66-#70
Class of 2021: #71-#75
Class of 2021: More to Mention

NMPreps 3A Way-Too-Early Team Rankings for 2020/2021
Grine | NMPreps Site Manager

Today, we start our journey to highlight and rank each team in New Mexico high school basketball.

No. 9 Socorro Warriors

The Socorro Warriors are coming off a 12-13 record season and 2-4 in district play. The Warriors haven't had a winning season in three years and hoping this season they can return to above .500. The Warriors only graduate three players from last season and welcome back a talented underclassmen group. The player to know and watch this season will be guard Adadrian Jackson (2022) who will be a three-year starter coming this season. The duo to Jackson could be Javon Martinez (2021) a senior who has the opportunity to help carry the Warriors into the playoffs and possibly winning a game this season.

No. 10 Tucumcari Rattlers

Yes, the Rattlers were 9-16 overall last season but this could be one of the more improved teams in 2021. The name to know here for longtime Rattler head coach is 6-foot-1, 2022, guard Jesus Ramos who can poured it in. No official numbers but Ramos was around 20 points per game as a sophomore for the Rattlers. You can pair him with post Andrew Henderson-Clark (2022) and you have a quality duo that could get this team into the Elite Eight. This district also lost last years champ Tularosa (moved down to 2A) creating a three way battle for the title in 2021.

No. 11 Raton Tigers

The Raton Tigers went 14-14 overall (2-8 in district) last season and earned a bid to the state tournament. The trend is clearly looking up for the Tigers, who were the 14-seed last season, and have some returning talent that has the Tigers excited. The inside-outside duo of Isaiah Samora (2021) and Matthew Quartieri (2022) create some buzz. Samora can knock it down from the outside and with Quartieri inside they have a chance to climb in the rankings. The issue last season was struggling after the new year, after going 10-3 to start the season they dropped 11 of the last 15.

No. 12 Santa Fe Indian Braves

Santa Fe Indian enter the spring with a lot of what-ifs, and will need to replace eight players which graduated off the 2020 team. Three players that return were part of the 20-win team that lost in the state championship in 2019 and looking to bring back some promise to the 2021 team. The Braves went a game over .500, 15-14 overall, last season and looking to make a deeper run at state. Virigil Valencia (2021), Kobe Garcia (2021), and Debrylan Candelario (2021) will each be three-year lettermen for the Braves. Valencia is the three-point specialist, Candelario breaks the press and 6-footer Kobe Garcia can hit the 17-footer. Baring any interruptions - no fall sports at SFIS - the Braves could be an early riser in the rankings and an Elite Eight type of team.

No. 13 Cuba Rams

The Rams went 13-16 overall last season and 6-4 during district play. The bad news for the Rams is that they'll need to replace seven players from last season. The reached the state tournament falling in the opening round to Sandia Prep. David Gauna-Casaus (2021) will have to carry the Rams this season after losing the likes of Fernando Herrera, Christopher Cavazos and Jeremy Segura. They'll have to battle in district play with defending champ Bosque along with top contender this season Sandia Prep. Finishing third, above East Mountain and Cottonwood Classical could help carry them forward as they rebuild.

No. 14 Navajo Prep Eagles

The Eagles off an impressive 20-8 overall season and state tournament appearance. The Eagles went 10-0 winning the District 1-3A Championship in 2020. They were impressive during their undefeated district run averaging 67 points per game while only allowing 34 per game. Problems moving forward will be replacing their top two leading scorers and six impactful players that have graduated. Javy Atcitty (2021) and Dontrelle Denesto (2022) will be the duo to carry the Eagles forward in 2021.

No. 15 Newcomb Skyhawks

The Skyhawks are coming off two of the most successful consecutive seasons in program history. They won over 20-games in each season and reached two Final Fours along with playing for the state championship in 2019. Well, now they move up a class to 3A basketball and have to replace head coach Dominique Richardson who took a college job in Texas. The Skyhawks will also need to replace the entire starting line-up and only return two players. This could be a long rebuild and what Richardson did at Newcomb was impressive but it'll be a very long time until that level of success happens again. Lars Yazzie (2021) returns after averaging 4 points per game for the Skyhawks.

No. 16 Santa Fe Prep Blue Griffins

The Blue Griffins went 5-19, 0-11 in district during the first season under Joseph Vigil. The bad news for the Blue Griffins: they will still play in a very tough district and could struggle. The good news for the Blue Griffins: the classification is not too strong outside the top-8 (ish) and could sneak into the playoffs. The also only graduate one player from last season; watch out for Finn Coles (2022) and Sam Cooper (2021) for the team this season.

No. 17 Thoreau Hawks

The Thoreau Hawks went 15-13 last season and 7-3 in district play. Thoreau earned a state tournament bid in 2020 and looking to build off the success. The bad news for fourth year head coach Andrew Gordon is having to leading scorer Cordell Platero who put in 15 points per game for the Hawks. The good news for the Hawks is the return of Rolando Chacho (2021) and sophomore Cassius Burnside who contributed big minutes for the Hawks. Chacho was second on the team with 10 points per game and a fierce defender.

No. 18 Tohatchi Cougars

The Cougars are coming off a 16-14 overall and 7-3 in district season - their first winning season since 2015. The Cougars could be in for a rebuild year as they graduate eight players and they played their seniors a majority of the minutes. This includes players like Marcus Tahe and Jayoline Chee who were key players for the Cougars. The Cougars return Rayshawn Whitey (2021) to carry the team forward.

No. 19 Dexter Demons

The Demons took a huge step back last season falling to 4-23 overall (1-5 in district). It was expected after graduating their entire roster from the season before. The good news is they'll return some experience this coming season with the duo of Tyler Brisco (2021), and Joshua Duran (2023). The district remains the same from last season minus Tularosa who has moved down to 2A. NMMI and Tucumcari make up the three-team district.

No. 20 Zuni Thunderbirds

The Thunderbirds are bit of an unknown wildcard heading into the 2020/2021 season and will battle with Crownpoint and Wingate out of the district cellar. They graduate five from last season but welcome back a roster that featured five freshmen. How fast can they grow up in a year will determine the success of the T-birds next season.


No. 21 Crownpoint Eagles

The Crownpoint Eagles went 6-21 last season and historically that is about on par for the program. Crazy stat off the bat is the Eagles have had seven different head coaches in seven years. They've had one winning season this decade and that was under Shawn Miller who had the longest tenure in four years from 2011-2015, the last being the best finish in 20-years at 19-11. They'll graduate five from last season and played some young guys, at times going with three freshmen - Taye Harvey, Tylon Tsosie, and Tylrell Archie - in the starting line up. Look to 2022 guard Kordell McMillan who had some quality games and could be a spark for the Eagles next season. Stability and developing this young talent could change the course.

No. 22 Wingate Bears

The Wingate Bears and longtime head coach Al Martinez are coming off a 4-23 season (2-9 district). Martinez has been the head coach since 2003 and this is the lowest win percentage during his 18-year tenure and only the third time with single digit wins. It was evident going into last season that they would be rebuilding after a senior led team and again will be hit with graduation having 7 players graduating this year. The good news for the Bears is returning guard Kevin Belone (2021) in the front court as the leader. Also, having 6-foot-2 Davarryle Kee (2021) returning will provide some immediate help.

No. 23 Hatch Valley Bears

Last Season: 3-23 overall, 0-6 district
Hatch Valley struggled last season and the ceiling doesn't look very high for the Bears in 2020/2021. They only featured eight players on varsity last season and graduate four players. The last time this program sniffed a .500 season was in 2015 under former head coach Derek Bean, they went 14-14 that season. Looking forward Darius Levy was the fourth head coach in four years when hired two years ago and hope some stability will help in a build of the program. Adrian Casas (2021) returns as a three year letterman and will be one to watch in this district.

No. 24 Cottonwood Classical Prep Coyotes

Last season: 8-16 overall, 2-8 district
The Coyotes also from district 5 with East Mountain will battle to stay out of the cellar. The Coyotes coming off an 8-win season was a nice run for one of the newest teams in the NMAA. They do graduate both of their leading scorers but will look to Estevan Maestas (2023) who is coming off a solid freshman season averaging 5 points per game.

No. 25 East Mountain Timberwolves

Last season: 2-23 overall, 0-10 district
Skinny: The Timberwolves basketball program is coming off a 2-win season under first-year head coach Nathan Cordova. The Timberwolves hope to make a leap in year two and could be much improved in year two but they have to replace five graduating players.

I’m tired of the back and forth with the virus. It goes nowhere. I know the biggest issue that the Governor is having with this are the club coaches. I know they are worried about them ruining things for the rest of us. I wish they could ease restrictions for NMAA sanctioned events only. If we as coaches came up with a plan, what would yours look like? For me I would be willing to make a lot of changes and sacrifices if it meant getting back.

1. Establish definitive seasons. Only allow in season sports to workout. I’d be willing to give up my off season workouts if it meant we could have a real season.

2. Schedule based on the NMAAs plan they once had for bi-districts. This would limit travel from one part of the state to another which is an issue.

3. Set testing parameters and thresholds. As long as a sport doesn’t see a certain number of cases, let them continue.

4. Limit practice time. I’d be okay limiting practice times or days if it meant getting back.

What are you doing this year?

Draft it: Best costume you've ever worn?

Do you really follow a chart? Do you wait until you can limit possessions for you and the offense? Do you go on instincts? See the Texans this last weekend. Do you chase the points early or play it safe????

Will we have Spring sports?

What do you do offensively against a switching defense?

It sounds like the NMSU athletic department is in trouble financially. Much of it because the football money games help pay the bills. Without a conference an the inability to play this season, would it be best if NMSU dropped down to FCS?

Sorry to take the honor of posting this from you Grine. I had to get it started before tonight. There will be a big upset!!! Going Coastal Carolina over Louisiana!

Sam Carrell - Sandia HS - will graduate early and enroll at Baylor
Grant Oberheu - Ruidoso HS - will graduate early and enroll at New Mexico State

How many do you run in a season? (Baseline out of bounds)

NMPreps.com's list of the top seniors for the 2020/1 New Mexico high school football season.


Class of 2021: #51-#55
Class of 2021: #56-#60
Class of 2021: #61-#65
Class of 2021: #66-#70
Class of 2021: #71-#75
Class of 2021: More to Mention

6A FOOTBALL

Carlsbad Cavemen
March 5th - at Artesia
March 12th - vs Alamogordo
March 19th - vs Las Cruces
March 26th - vs Centennial
April 2nd - at Gadsden
April 9th or 10th - at Onate
April 16th vs Hobbs

Cleveland Storm
March 4th: Los Lunas
March 12th: Kirtland Central
March 19th: Atrisco Heritage
March 26th: Cibola
April 2nd: Volcano Vista
April 9th: West Mesa
April 16th: Rio Rancho

Clovis Wildcats
March 5th - at Roswell
March 12th - at La Cueva
March 19th - at Albuquerque
March 26th - vs Santa Fe
April 2nd - vs Manzano
April 9th - at Sandia
April 16th - vs Eldorado

Gadsden Panthers
March 5th - at Alamogordo
March 12th - vs Deming
March 19th - at Hobbs
March 26th - at Onate
April 2nd - vs Carlsbad
April 9th - vs Las Cruces
April 16 - at Centennial

Hobbs Eagles
March 5th - vs Goddard
March 12th - at Lovington
March 19th - vs Gadsden
March 26th - at Las Cruces
April 2nd - vs Onate
April 9th - at Centennial
April 16th - at Carlsbad

5A FOOTBALL

Alamogordo Tigers
March 5th - vs Gadsden
March 12th - at Carlsbad
March 19th - vs Chaparral
March 26th - at Deming
April 2nd - at Goddard
April 9th - vs Roswell
April 16th - vs Artesia

Artesia Bulldogs
March 5th - vs Carlsbad
March 12th - at Portales
March 19th - vs Ruidoso
March 26th - at Lovington
April 2nd - vs Roswell
April 9th - at Goddard
April 16th - at Alamogordo

Deming Wildcats
March 5th - @ Highlands
March 12th - @ Gadsden
March 19th - @Roswell
March 26th - Alamogordo
April 2nd - Santa Teresa *
April 9th - @ Chaparral *
April 16th - Mayfield *

Farmington Scorpions
3/4/21 - Aztec
3/12/21 - Rio Rancho
3/19/21 - Los Alamos*
3/26/21 - at Miyamura*
4/2/21 - OPEN
4/9/21 - at Capital*
4/16/21 - Piedra Vista*

Roswell Coyotes
March 5th - vs Clovis
March 12th - at Mayfield
March 19th - vs Deming
March 26th - at Los Lunas
April 2nd - at Artesia
April 9th - at Alamogordo
April 16th - vs Goddard

Piedra Vista Panthers
3/5/21 - Belen
3/12/21 - at Bloomfield
3/18/21 - Miyamura*
3/26/21 - Capital*
4/2/21 - at Los Alamos*
4/9/21 - OPEN
4/16/21 - at Farmington*

4A FOOTBALL

Lovington Wildcats
March 5th - vs Euince
March 12th - vs Hobbs
March 20th - vs Taos
March 26th - vs Artesia
April 3rd - vs Silver City (at Cloudcroft 1pm)
April 9th - at Ruidoso
April 16th - at Portales

Portales Rams
March 6th (Sat) - at St. Pius X
March 12th - vs Artesia
March 19th - vs Dexter
March 27th - at Hatch Valley
April 2nd - vs Ruidoso
April 10th - at Silver
April 16th - vs Lovington

Ruidoso Warriors
March 6th - at Chaparral
March 12th - Santa Teresa
March 19th - at Artesia
March 27th - at Moriarty
April 2nd - at Portales
April 10th - vs Lovington
April 16th - vs Silver

Taos Tigers
March 5th - vs Capital
March 12th - vs Miyamura
March 20th - at Lovington (neutral site)
March 26th - at Silver (neutral site)
April 2nd - at Espanola Valley
April 9th - vs Pojoaque Valley
April 16th - vs Moriarty

3A FOOTBALL

Hatch Valley Bears
March 5th - at Silver
March 12th - at Tularosa
March 19th - vs Hope Christian
March 26th - vs Portales (at Ruidoso)
April 2nd - at Hot Springs
April 9th - vs Socorro
April 16th - vs Cobre

Socorro Warriors
March 5th - vs Hope Christian
March 12th - vs St. Michael's
March 19th - at Pojoaque Valley
April 2nd - at Cobre
April 9th - at Hatch Valley
April 19th - vs Hot Springs

St. Michael's Horsemen
March 6th - vs Los Alamos
March 12th - at Socorro
March 27th - vs SFIS
April 3rd - at West Las Vegas
April 10th - vs Robertson
April 16th - at Raton

Tucumcari Rattlers
March 6th - at Raton
March 12th - vs Santa Rosa
March 19th - at Clayton
March 26th - vs Texico
April 2nd - vs Hope Christian
April 9th - at Dexter
April 16th - vs NMMI

West Las Vegas Dons
March 5th - at Kirtland Central
March 12th - at Los Alamos
March 19th - at Raton
March 26th - vs Dexter
April 2nd - vs St. Michael's
April 9th - at Santa Fe Indian
April 16th - vs Robertson

Completed schedule? You can text or email me. grinejosh@yahoo.com or (505) 414-4313

How do you feel about the communities coming together and taking part in in them? Many wanting to go back to school and play athletics.

go!

NMPreps.com's list of the top seniors for the 2020/1 New Mexico high school football season.





Class of 2021: #56-#60
Class of 2021: #61-#65
Class of 2021: #66-#70
Class of 2021: #71-#75
Class of 2021: More to Mention

Best holiday dish.

Every year around October/Halloween my mother makes her tamales!

********UPDATE*****
In an effort to grow High School Baseball in the state of New Mexico. I have partnered with NMPreps to run a showcase camp to see the best players in New Mexico.

Camp will use information to compile accurate information about baseball players from across the state.

When: By appointment. Before Nov 15th.

Where: The Grind Baseball Academy

Cost: $25 for pitchers only
$50 for position players
$75 for pitcher and position player
If registered before July 31st. $25 increase after July 31st.

Contact me to register at los0926@msn.com

Who Has Registered

2024's
Diego Avila-Belen
Isaac Martinez-Los Lunas
Jacob Apodaca-Valencia
Benjamin Ramirez-Valencia
Elijah Rodriguez-Clovis
Christian Wilson- Belen

2023's
Steve Solorzano- Las Cruces
Kenny Trujillo-Belen
John Trujillo-Belen
Martin Chavez-Valencia
Andrew Apodaca-Valencia
Andres Lopez-Grants
Oscar Flores Jr- Miyamura
Daniel Beck- Albuquerque
Elijah Martinez- Centennial
Maddux Edmonson-Carlsbad
Nicholas Bustos- Grants

2022's
Charlie Wisneski-Belen
Joel Gonzaels-Pojoaque
Donovan Valerio-Los Alamos

2021's
Norbert Archibeque-Clovis
Mark Martinez Jr.- Eldorado
Isiah Enriquez-Mayfield
Dylan Grube-Manzano
Sean Garcia- Miyamura
Jeremy Martinez-Santa Fe
Cole Plyer-Eldorado
Santiago Guerrero- Las Cruces
Seth Griego-Texico

Let's see how many are on board with this.
Write a sentence to the Governor daily campaign!!!

Today’s sentence:
Teenagers have chosen to work instead of going to school virtually, a trend particularly prevalent in Low-income Hispanic families. Raising the risk of these kids dropping out all together. The question has to be asked. Is it safe for them to go to work but not to school?? OPEN SCHOOLS!!!

We can’t protest everyday but we can easily send an email. Thank you.

Send the governor an email with one sentence daily until our schools open!!
The idea is to try flood her email with thousands of emails daily. Try to crash the system. For this to work we ask you do the following things.
1. You take 30 seconds and send the Governor the daily sentence.
2. The sentence will come in a daily text message. Or write your own. Just trying to make it as simple as possible.
3. You forward the text to 10 people and ask they do the same. They send it to 10 people and it’s goes on and on.
4. The Governor’s contact info is below.