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Saturday Recap & Scores, Cibola & West Mesa Roll
By: Kyle Henderson of NMPreps.com
Cibola 37, Albuquerque 7
The Cibola Cougars led just 13-7 at the half, then busted the game open with three more touchdown runs in the second half from junior running back Kayzon Martin who totaled 5 touchdowns on the day. “I had to step up this year replacing Oscar Chatman. Our offensive line did a great job and the defense did a great job as well,” said Martin who ran for just over 150-yards. The Cougars take on Clovis in week 2, Albuquerque will take on Del Norte.
West Mesa 55, Highland 14
The Highland Hornets who entered the game riding a 14 game losing streak actually led this game 8-7 after the opening quarter, then West Mesa took over. The Mustangs scored 21 in the second quarter and added 4 more touchdowns in quarters 3 and 4 to route the Hornets. On the day Shirece Bell ran for 4 touchdowns and had over 161-yards. West Mesa now 1-0 will be on the road next weekend against Valencia, Highland will take on Rio Grande.
Hope 27, Academy 13
The two teams had not met since the 2012 season and it was a good one. Huskie Quarterback Caleb Myer Hagen threw three touchdowns on the day and Academy Athlete Clay Crosby returned a punt 81-yards for a score.
NMMI 41, Ft. Sumner 6
This game was a continuation of Friday Night and it was all NMMI. Quarterback Jack Guerro threw for over 200-yards and 2 touchdown passes, Christian Padilla caught two scores on the day and running back Chevy Xbille-avilla ran for 100-yards and 3 touchdowns.
Raton 42, McCurdy 6
Raton moved to 1-0 in the season defeated the McCurdy Bobcats 42-6. Raton will host Lajunta, Colorado in week 2.
Mescalero 54, Jemez Valley 34
Mescalero never trailed on Saturday and led 20-0 after a Christian Tsinjinnie Touchdown Run. New Coach Lenoard Velasquez kept the foot on the gas as Mescalero led 34-12 at the half. Trevor Armijo returned a kick 74-yards for a touchdown which was one of the game’s top highlights.
Top 25 NMPreps.com Recap/Scoreboard
By: Kyle Henderson of NMpreps.com
1. Cleveland Storm defeated Manzano 53-0
The Cleveland Storm and the Manzano Monarchs took a knee on the 25-yard line to open the game as Coach Heath Ridenour gave flowers to the mother of Jayden Silver-Chavez, the mother of the slain teen who was murdered in July. After the powerful moment, the Cleveland Storm displayed one of the most dominate performances we’ve seen in recent memory scoring on the second play of the game when Quarterback Gabe Ortega scored on a 65-yard touchdown run. Ortega would also throw for 3 touchdowns on the night, Cleveland Receiver Marcus Williams caught for 2 touchdowns, the Storm defense allowed just 47 total yards of offense. The Storm will head to El Paso next week to take on Del Valle who beat the Storm last year 27-7.
2. Mayfield Trojans defeated Hobbs 41-34 (video from Hobbs Eagle TV)
The game started at 7:15 due to a weather delay, then both the Hobbs Eagles and the Mayfield Trojans lined up across midfield to have a moment of silence to honor former Mayfield Football Jim Bradley Sr. Class move and very touching. The Trojans jumped to a 27-7 lead in the first quarter thanks to over 220-yards rushing and 3 touchdowns by Junior Running Back Isaac Vance. Vance would finish with 330-yards and 4 touchdowns. The Eagles trailed 34-14 at half and would mount an impressive 20 point comeback to make it 34-all with just minutes left. The Trojans were able to punch it in from a few-yards out with 20 seconds left in a thrilling ending. The Trojans take on El Paso Franklin next week, Hobbs is on the road at Artesia.
3. Rio Rancho Rams defeated Valley 42-12
The Rio Rancho Rams moved their winning streak to 14 games in a row defeated Valley Friday Night by 30 points. Quarterback Steven Bailey looked impressive on the night throwing for over 240-yards and 2 touchdowns. Junior Running Back Josh Foley ran for over 100-yards and scored 3 touchdowns. Rio Rancho will host El Paso Americas in week 2, Valley now 0-1 will take on Eldorado.
4. Las Cruces Bulldawgs Lost to Montwood 20-14
The start time was a 4PM with the SAC hosting back to back games, but with a lightning delay the game was called in the 3rd quarter in a controversial ending. El Paso Montwood took a 13-0 lead after hitting two touchdown passes, but Las Cruces fired back taking a 14-13 lead after Quarterback Kam Miller threw touchdown and broke a 48-yard touchdown run. The Rams would jump up 20-14 in the 3rd quarter and then the game was called with 3:09 seconds remaining. Las Cruces in on the road next weekend against La Cueva.
5. Centennial Hawks defeated Onate 36-28
For a second year in a row the Centennial Hawks have defeated the Onate Knights. Early in the first quarter the Hawks got on the board after a Joaquin Gutierrez touchdown run. It would be a back and forth game tied at 14 when Jovan Guadian of Onate made it 14-all. Centennial Quarterback Dante Lopez then threw a 42-yard touchdown to Junior Pena, then Pena scored again on a 37-yard reverse to make to the Hawks extend the led 26-14. The Hawks would rack up more than 400-yards of offense, Lopez threw for 181-yards and 3 touchdowns. The Hawks will take on Gadsden next weekend, Onate will be at El Paso Eastlake.
6. Artesia Bulldogs defeated Belen 41-0
For a third time a row the Artesia Bulldogs scored more than 40 against Belen routing the Eagles at home in a rematch of the 2014 Class 5A State Championship Game. Senior Quarterback Justin Houghtaling was 13-17 passing for 260-yards and 4 touchdowns. Defensive Back Carlos Carrasco had two interceptions on defense. Artesia hosts Hobbs next week.
7. Sandia Matadors lost to Volcano Vista 37-3
The Matadors were blasted by the Volcano Vista Hawks in week 1 by 34 points. Sandia allowed more than 270-yards of passing Wednesday Night in the season opener. Sandia is back in action next weekend against Atrisco Heritage.
8. Eldorado Eagles defeated Rio Grande 52-0
The Eldorado Eagles rolled past Rio Grande on Thursday Night racking up 44 points in just two quarters of play. Quarterback Jayce Jackson looked very solid running the option as did Running Back Noah Sweitez and the defense looked outstanding. The Eagles on Valley in week 2.
9. Goddard Rockets lost to Clovis 37-14
The Rockets had a tough night on the road losing to Clovis by 23 points. Sophomore Cameron Stevenson ran for 78-yards and threw for 131-yards. The Rockets are on the road next week taking on Piedra Vista.
10. Volcano Vista Hawks beat Sandia 37-3
Volcano Vista Hawks Quarterback Josh Williams was money on the night throwing for over 270-yards, 2 touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown in a memorable opening performance. David Cormier had a monster night receiving catching two touchdowns and Allan Rodriguez returned a intersection for a touchdown as time expired. Volcano Vista will take on Manzano in week 2.
11. Clovis Wildcats beat Goddard 37-14
The Clovis Wildcats looked impressive on opening night helping Head Coach Eric Roanhaus win his 329th all-time game. On the night Junior Quarterback Micah Gray ran for 160-yards and scored 3 touchdowns. The Wildcats take on Cibola in week 2.
12. Onate Knights lost to Centennial 36-28
The Onate Knights again came up short against rival Centennial losing by 8 Friday Night at the Field of Dreams. The Knights were led by Forest McKee who ran for 119-yards and Jovan Guadian who caught for 109-yards and scored 2 touchdowns.
13. Alamogordo Tigers defeated Valencia 53-0
It was the opening of their new turfed stadium and military appreciate night, and it was all Alamogordo. The Tigers were led by Senior Running Back Hunter Graham who ran for 152-yards and scored 5 touchdowns and by Alex Ramirez who had over 130-yards of offense and a touchdown run. The Tigers take on Los Lunas in week 2.
14. Manzano Monarchs lost to Cleveland 53-0
The Monarchs took one on the chin against a much bigger and much faster Cleveland Storm Friday Night in Rio Rancho. Before the game Cleveland and Manzano took a knee to honor Jayden Chavez-Silver. Manzano didn’t look terrible, Cleveland is just that good. The Monarchs take on Volcano Vista in week 2.
15. Hobbs Eagles lost to Mayfield 41-34
The Hobbs Eagles mounted an impressive comeback Friday Night down 34-14 at the half to make it 34-all before losing in the final seconds. The Eagles were led by Quarterback Isaac Amaya who threw for 194-yards, Jeremy Padilla who ran for 135-yards, and Devin Beard who racked up over 150-yards of offense including a punt return. The Eagles allowed over 600-yards of offense. Hobbs is on the road next week against Artesia.
16. La Cueva Bears defeated Atrisco Heritage 33-7
The young La Cueva Bears led by a powerful ground game defeated Atrisco Heritage Friday Night in a game that they controlled from the get-go. The Bears racked up more than 250-yards of rushing and were led by Josh Woisin who ran for 120-yards and by Thomas Bui who racked up 140-yards. La Cueva hosts Las Cruces in week 2.
17. Cibola Cougars vs. Albuquerque (Saturday)
Recap to follow Saturday’s Game
18. Valley Vikings lost to Rio rancho 42-12
The Valley Vikings actually led this game 6-0 after a Michal Barboa touchdown run. However the Vikings defense had trouble stopping the Ram’s hired powered offense that threw for over 250-yards and racked up 150 rushing. The Vikings take on Eldorado in week 2.
19. Atrisco Heritage Jaguars lost to La Cueva 33-7
The Atrisco Heritage Jaguars allowed more than 250-yards of rushing Friday Night and scoring the team’s only touchdown was Quarterback Aaron Bean. The Jaguars now 0-1 take on Sandia in week 2.
20. Belen Eagles lost to Artesia 41-0
The Eagles got out to a rough start against Artesia losing 41-0 and have not allowed more than 120 points to Artesia in 3 games. The Eagles will take on Moriarty in week 2.
21. St. Pius X Sartans beat Del Norte 47-8
The St. Pius X Sartans rolled past Del Norte Friday Night. The Sartans were led by Drew Ortiz who threw for over 220-yards and Miles Hilton who caught two touchdowns. The Sartans will take on Los Alamos in week 2.
22. Albuquerque vs. Cibola (sat)
Recap to follow Saturday’s Game
23. Deming Wildcats lost to Flowing Wells 34-30
Friday Night the Deming Wildcats came up short against Flowing Wells, Arizona. Please send any detail of this game to nmpreps@yahoo.com
24. Carlsbad Cavemen lost to Amercias 32-13
The Carlsbad Cavemen lost their first game of the season to El Paso Americas, but kept it close throughout as they trailed just 18-13 at the half. Quarterback Jonah Leyva scored a 71-yard touchdown. The Cavemen are on the road next week against Deming.
25. Gadsden Panthers Lost to Del Valle 43-7
The Gadsden Panthers were out-gunned by a very solid El Paso Del Valle team Friday Night. Gadsden will make the trip to Las Cruces next weekend to take on Centennial.
Other Marquee Games Around The State
Bloomfield 48, Aztec 28
The Bloomfield Tigers rolled to a 20 point victory over Aztec Friday Night thanks to more than 400-yards of rushing. Bloomfield’s Chauncey White ran for 178-yards and two touchdowns.
Capital 27, Silver 16
Duo Augustine Larranaga and Kevin Brown of Capital High School accounted for 3 touchdowns Friday Night helping the Jaguars to an impressive opening season victory. Larranaga threw for 200-yards, Brown caught for 200-yards. Capital takes on St. Mike’s in week 2.
Clayton 45, West LV 20
First Year Clayton Head Football Coach Dustin Tippit picked up where Colin Justins left off with Clayton rolling to a 25 point win Friday Night. Clayton jumped to a 30-13 lead right before half and never trailed in the game. Clayton will host Eunice in week 2.
Escalante 18, Tucumcari 0
This game was called due to fuses blowing out in Tucumcari’s stadium lights. We are told the fuses blew out twice on the night. Dominic Montano scored off a 50-yard run and on a 85-yard punt return.
Estancia 32, Lovington 27
Friday Night in Lovington, the Estancia Bears aka the defending Class 3A state champs defeated the Lovington Wildcats. The Bears never trailed in the game and have not lost a game since November of 2014. The Bears are in action next week against Navajo Prep.
Farmington 15, Los Lunas 14
The Farmington Scorpions scored a touchdown with a minute to go to make it 14-13 Los Lunas leading and 1st Year Head Coach went for the 2pt conversion to win the game. Good move as the Scorpions got an conversion from Donovan Gonzalez.
Piedra Vista 37, San Juan UT 20
The Piedra Vista Panthers opened the season with a big win over San Juan, Utah. Junior Elijah Gamboa scored two touchdowns on offense and had an interception on defense. Next week Piedra Vista hosts Goddard.
St. Mike’s 27, Santa Fe 0
The St. Michael’s Horsemen shutout rival Santa Fe Friday Night thanks to 3 touchdowns from Xavier Vigil and a very good performance from quarterbacks Isaac Chavez and Chross Jaramillo. The Horsemen held the Demons to less than 20-yard rushing on the night.
Texico 28, Santa Rosa 6
Texico moved to 1-0 on the year defeated former district rival Santa Rosa by 22 points. Texico Junior Running Back Mason Golden ran for 2 touchdowns off 209-yards.
Portales 26, Robertson 13
Senior Portales Running Back Bronte Staaguard ran for 189-yards and 2 touchdowns helping the Portales Rams win an impressive victory over Robertson.
Melrose 60, Dora 8
The Melrose Buffs do what they do, win. Friday Night the Buffs were led by Carson Fraze who scored 4 touchdowns.
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Top 10 Performers
1. Isaac Vance - Mayfield - Ran for 350-yards and 4 touchdowns against Hobbs
2. Hunter Graham - Alamogordo - Ran for 152-yards and 5 touchdowns against Valencia
3. Josh Williams - Volcano Vista - Threw for 270-yards, 2 touchdowns, ran for touchdown against Sandia
4. Kevin Brown - Capital - Caught for 200-yards and 4 touchdowns against Silver
5. Isaac Amaya - Hobbs - Threw for 194-yards against Mayfield
6. Dante Lopez - Centennial - Threw for 181-yards and 3 touchdowns against Onate
7. Gabe Ortega - Cleveland - 200-yards of offense, 3 touchdowns against Manzano
8. Micah Gray - Clovis - Ran for 160-yards and 3 touchdowns against Goddard
9. Josh Foley - Rio Rancho - Ran for 150-yards and 3 touchdowns against Valley
10. Justin Houghtaling - Artesia - Was 13-17 passing for 260 yards and 4 touchdowns against Belen
Best of the Rest
Alex Ramirez - Alamogordo - Over 130-yards of offense and a touchdown against Valencia
Alias Baker - Eldorado - Great showing, rushing td against Rio Grande
Allan Rodriguez - Volcano Vista - Returned interception 91-yards for touchdown
Augustine Larranaga - Capital - Threw for 200-yards and 4 touchdowns against Silver
Brandon Baeza - Las Cruces - Caught touchdown, had interception on defense against Montwood
Bronte Staaguard - Portales - Ran for 189-yards and 2 touchdowns
Caleb Brewer - Artesia - punt return for touchdown against Belen
Cameron Stevenson - Goddard - Threw for 131-yards, ran for 78-yards against Clovis
Carlos Carrasco - Artesia - 2 interceptions against Belen
Carson Fraze - Melrose - Scored 4 touchdowns against Dora
Chauncey White - Bloomfield - Ran for 178-yards against Aztec
Chaz Matthews - Artesia - 77 touchdown reception against Belen
Chris Jaramillo - St. Mike’s - Great showing at qb against Santa Fe
Curtis Rogers - St. Mike’s - Great game on defense against Santa Fe
David Cromer - Volcano Vista - Caught for two touchdowns and 150-yards against Sandia
Devin Beard - Hobbs - Over 100-yards of offense, punt return for touchdown
Dominic Montano - Escalante - Scored 50-yard rushing touchdown, 85-yard punt return
Donvan Gonalez - Farmington - Scored game wining two point conversion
Drew Ortiz - St. Pius X - Threw for over 200-yards and 2 touchdowns against Del Norte
Elijah Gamboa - Piedra Vista - Scored two touchdowns and in interceptions
Forest McKee - Onate - Ran for 119-yards against Centennial
Isaac Chavez - St. Mike’s - had great showing against Santa Fe
Jacye Jackson - Eldorado - Great showing against Rio Grande
Jeremy Padilla - Hobbs - Ran for 135-yards against Mayfield
Jonah Leyva - Carlsbad - Ran for 71-yard touchdown against Americas
Josh Woisin - La Cueva - Ran for over 100-yards against Atrisco Heritage
Jovan Guadian - Onate - Caught for two touchdowns against Centennial
JR Pena - Centennial - 161-yards of offense, two touchdowns against Onate
Kameron Miller - Las Cruces - Threw touchdown, ran for 48-yard score against Montwood
Marcus Williams - Cleveland - 2 touchdowns against Manzano
Mason Golden - Texico - Ran for 200-yards and 2 touchdowns
Michael Barboa - Valley - Scored rushing touchdown against Rio Rancho
Miles Hilton - St. Pius X - Caught for 100-yards and a touchdown against Del Norte
Noah Swietzer - Eldorado - Scored two touchdowns against Rio Grande
Rope Henry - Cleveland - blocked punt against Manzano
Steven Bailey - Rio Rancho - Threw for 240-yards and 2 touchdowns against Valley
Thomas Bui - La Cueva - Ran for over 100-yards against Atrisco Heritage
Xavier Vigil - St. Mike’s - 120-yards of offense and 3 touchdowns
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Week 1 Scoreboard
Wednesday, August 26th
Volcano Vista 37, Sandia 3 | Recap Here
Thursday, August 27th
San Elizario 33, Santa Teresa 6
Eldorado 52, Rio Grande 0 | Recap Here
Hobbs JV 55, Eunice 0
Friday, August 28th
Anthony 38, Mesilla Valley 0 - FINAL
Alamogordo 53, Valencia 0 - FINAL
Alamo Navajo 43, Tse Yi Gai 14 - FINAL
Artesia 41, Belen 0 - FINAL
Bayfield (CO) 43, Kirtland Central 0 - FINAL
Bloomfield 48, Aztec 28 - FINAL
Capital 27, Silver 16 - FINAL
Capitan 38, Hagerman 30 - FINAL
Carrizozo 64, Ramah 14 - FINAL
Centennial 36, Onate 28 - FINAL
Clayton 45, West Las Vegas 20 - FINAL
Cleveland 53, Manzano 0 - FINAL
Cloudcroft 26, Springer 20 - FINAL
Clovis 37, Goddard 14 - FINAL
EP Americas 32, Carlsbad 13 - FINAL
EP Del Valle 43, Gadsden 7 - FINAL
EP Montwood 20, Las Cruces 14 - FINAL/RAIN
EP Riverside 27, Chaparral 7 - FINAL
Escalante 18, Tucumcari 0 - FINAL/LIGHTS
Espanola Valley 20, EP Cathedral 14 - FINAL
Estancia 32, Lovington 27 - FINAL
Farmington 15, Los Lunas 14 - FINAL
Flowing Wells 34, Deming 30 - FINAL
Gateway 52, Menual - FINAL
Grady/San Jon 54, Vaughn 0 - FINAL
Grants 46, Gallup 25 - FINAL
Hatch Valley 41, Dexter 0 - FINAL
Hot Springs 14, Tularosa 0 - FINAL
La Cueva 20, Atrisco Heritage Academy 7
Laguna-Acoma 8, Navajo Prep 0 - Ruled No Contest
Lordsburg 53, Wilcox (AZ) 0 - FINAL
Los Alamos 19, Pojoaque Valley 13 - FINAL
Magdalena 40, Mountainair 0 - FINAL
Mayfield 41, Hobbs 34 - FINAL
Miyamura 37, Moriarty 10 - FINAL
Melrose 60, Dora 8 - FINAL
Morenci (AZ) 33, Cobre 21 - FINAL
Newcomb 56, Navajo Pine 6 - FINAL
NMMI 13, Fort Sumner 6 - Rain Delay/Will Finish Tomorrow at 10AM
Piedra Vista 37, San Juan (UT) 20 - FINAL
Portales 26, Robertson 13 - FINAL
Rio Rancho 42, Valley 12 - FINAL
Roswell 50, Ruidoso 6 - FINAL
Santa Fe Indian 27, Cuba 6 - FINAL
St. Mike's 27, Santa Fe 0 - FINAL
St. Pius X 47, Del Norte 8 - FINAL
Socorro 66, Shiprock 30 - FINAL
Taos 37, Bernalillo 0 - FINAL
Texico 28, Santa Rosa 6 - FINAL
Thoreau 32, Tohatchi 16 - FINAL
Wingate 32, Crownpoint 0 - FINAL
Saturday, August 29th
Cibola 37, Albuquerque 7 - FINAL
West Mesa 55, Highland 28 - FINAL
Hope 27, Academy 13 FINAL
Mescalero 54, Jemez Valley 34 - FINAL
Raton 42, McCurdy 7 - Final
Saturday Recap & Scores, Cibola & West Mesa Roll
By: Kyle Henderson of NMPreps.com
Cibola 37, Albuquerque 7
The Cibola Cougars led just 13-7 at the half, then busted the game open with three more touchdown runs in the second half from junior running back Kayzon Martin who totaled 5 touchdowns on the day. “I had to step up this year replacing Oscar Chatman. Our offensive line did a great job and the defense did a great job as well,” said Martin who ran for just over 150-yards. The Cougars take on Clovis in week 2, Albuquerque will take on Del Norte.
West Mesa 55, Highland 14
The Highland Hornets who entered the game riding a 14 game losing streak actually led this game 8-7 after the opening quarter, then West Mesa took over. The Mustangs scored 21 in the second quarter and added 4 more touchdowns in quarters 3 and 4 to route the Hornets. On the day Shirece Bell ran for 4 touchdowns and had over 161-yards. West Mesa now 1-0 will be on the road next weekend against Valencia, Highland will take on Rio Grande.
Hope 27, Academy 13
The two teams had not met since the 2012 season and it was a good one. Huskie Quarterback Caleb Myer Hagen threw three touchdowns on the day and Academy Athlete Clay Crosby returned a punt 81-yards for a score.
NMMI 41, Ft. Sumner 6
This game was a continuation of Friday Night and it was all NMMI. Quarterback Jack Guerro threw for over 200-yards and 2 touchdown passes, Christian Padilla caught two scores on the day and running back Chevy Xbille-avilla ran for 100-yards and 3 touchdowns.
Raton 42, McCurdy 6
Raton moved to 1-0 in the season defeated the McCurdy Bobcats 42-6. Raton will host Lajunta, Colorado in week 2.
Mescalero 54, Jemez Valley 34
Mescalero never trailed on Saturday and led 20-0 after a Christian Tsinjinnie Touchdown Run. New Coach Lenoard Velasquez kept the foot on the gas as Mescalero led 34-12 at the half. Trevor Armijo returned a kick 74-yards for a touchdown which was one of the game’s top highlights.
Top 25 NMPreps.com Recap/Scoreboard
By: Kyle Henderson of NMpreps.com
1. Cleveland Storm defeated Manzano 53-0
The Cleveland Storm and the Manzano Monarchs took a knee on the 25-yard line to open the game as Coach Heath Ridenour gave flowers to the mother of Jayden Silver-Chavez, the mother of the slain teen who was murdered in July. After the powerful moment, the Cleveland Storm displayed one of the most dominate performances we’ve seen in recent memory scoring on the second play of the game when Quarterback Gabe Ortega scored on a 65-yard touchdown run. Ortega would also throw for 3 touchdowns on the night, Cleveland Receiver Marcus Williams caught for 2 touchdowns, the Storm defense allowed just 47 total yards of offense. The Storm will head to El Paso next week to take on Del Valle who beat the Storm last year 27-7.
2. Mayfield Trojans defeated Hobbs 41-34 (video from Hobbs Eagle TV)
The game started at 7:15 due to a weather delay, then both the Hobbs Eagles and the Mayfield Trojans lined up across midfield to have a moment of silence to honor former Mayfield Football Jim Bradley Sr. Class move and very touching. The Trojans jumped to a 27-7 lead in the first quarter thanks to over 220-yards rushing and 3 touchdowns by Junior Running Back Isaac Vance. Vance would finish with 330-yards and 4 touchdowns. The Eagles trailed 34-14 at half and would mount an impressive 20 point comeback to make it 34-all with just minutes left. The Trojans were able to punch it in from a few-yards out with 20 seconds left in a thrilling ending. The Trojans take on El Paso Franklin next week, Hobbs is on the road at Artesia.
3. Rio Rancho Rams defeated Valley 42-12
The Rio Rancho Rams moved their winning streak to 14 games in a row defeated Valley Friday Night by 30 points. Quarterback Steven Bailey looked impressive on the night throwing for over 240-yards and 2 touchdowns. Junior Running Back Josh Foley ran for over 100-yards and scored 3 touchdowns. Rio Rancho will host El Paso Americas in week 2, Valley now 0-1 will take on Eldorado.
4. Las Cruces Bulldawgs Lost to Montwood 20-14
The start time was a 4PM with the SAC hosting back to back games, but with a lightning delay the game was called in the 3rd quarter in a controversial ending. El Paso Montwood took a 13-0 lead after hitting two touchdown passes, but Las Cruces fired back taking a 14-13 lead after Quarterback Kam Miller threw touchdown and broke a 48-yard touchdown run. The Rams would jump up 20-14 in the 3rd quarter and then the game was called with 3:09 seconds remaining. Las Cruces in on the road next weekend against La Cueva.
5. Centennial Hawks defeated Onate 36-28
For a second year in a row the Centennial Hawks have defeated the Onate Knights. Early in the first quarter the Hawks got on the board after a Joaquin Gutierrez touchdown run. It would be a back and forth game tied at 14 when Jovan Guadian of Onate made it 14-all. Centennial Quarterback Dante Lopez then threw a 42-yard touchdown to Junior Pena, then Pena scored again on a 37-yard reverse to make to the Hawks extend the led 26-14. The Hawks would rack up more than 400-yards of offense, Lopez threw for 181-yards and 3 touchdowns. The Hawks will take on Gadsden next weekend, Onate will be at El Paso Eastlake.
6. Artesia Bulldogs defeated Belen 41-0
For a third time a row the Artesia Bulldogs scored more than 40 against Belen routing the Eagles at home in a rematch of the 2014 Class 5A State Championship Game. Senior Quarterback Justin Houghtaling was 13-17 passing for 260-yards and 4 touchdowns. Defensive Back Carlos Carrasco had two interceptions on defense. Artesia hosts Hobbs next week.
7. Sandia Matadors lost to Volcano Vista 37-3
The Matadors were blasted by the Volcano Vista Hawks in week 1 by 34 points. Sandia allowed more than 270-yards of passing Wednesday Night in the season opener. Sandia is back in action next weekend against Atrisco Heritage.
8. Eldorado Eagles defeated Rio Grande 52-0
The Eldorado Eagles rolled past Rio Grande on Thursday Night racking up 44 points in just two quarters of play. Quarterback Jayce Jackson looked very solid running the option as did Running Back Noah Sweitez and the defense looked outstanding. The Eagles on Valley in week 2.
9. Goddard Rockets lost to Clovis 37-14
The Rockets had a tough night on the road losing to Clovis by 23 points. Sophomore Cameron Stevenson ran for 78-yards and threw for 131-yards. The Rockets are on the road next week taking on Piedra Vista.
10. Volcano Vista Hawks beat Sandia 37-3
Volcano Vista Hawks Quarterback Josh Williams was money on the night throwing for over 270-yards, 2 touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown in a memorable opening performance. David Cormier had a monster night receiving catching two touchdowns and Allan Rodriguez returned a intersection for a touchdown as time expired. Volcano Vista will take on Manzano in week 2.
11. Clovis Wildcats beat Goddard 37-14
The Clovis Wildcats looked impressive on opening night helping Head Coach Eric Roanhaus win his 329th all-time game. On the night Junior Quarterback Micah Gray ran for 160-yards and scored 3 touchdowns. The Wildcats take on Cibola in week 2.
12. Onate Knights lost to Centennial 36-28
The Onate Knights again came up short against rival Centennial losing by 8 Friday Night at the Field of Dreams. The Knights were led by Forest McKee who ran for 119-yards and Jovan Guadian who caught for 109-yards and scored 2 touchdowns.
13. Alamogordo Tigers defeated Valencia 53-0
It was the opening of their new turfed stadium and military appreciate night, and it was all Alamogordo. The Tigers were led by Senior Running Back Hunter Graham who ran for 152-yards and scored 5 touchdowns and by Alex Ramirez who had over 130-yards of offense and a touchdown run. The Tigers take on Los Lunas in week 2.
14. Manzano Monarchs lost to Cleveland 53-0
The Monarchs took one on the chin against a much bigger and much faster Cleveland Storm Friday Night in Rio Rancho. Before the game Cleveland and Manzano took a knee to honor Jayden Chavez-Silver. Manzano didn’t look terrible, Cleveland is just that good. The Monarchs take on Volcano Vista in week 2.
15. Hobbs Eagles lost to Mayfield 41-34
The Hobbs Eagles mounted an impressive comeback Friday Night down 34-14 at the half to make it 34-all before losing in the final seconds. The Eagles were led by Quarterback Isaac Amaya who threw for 194-yards, Jeremy Padilla who ran for 135-yards, and Devin Beard who racked up over 150-yards of offense including a punt return. The Eagles allowed over 600-yards of offense. Hobbs is on the road next week against Artesia.
16. La Cueva Bears defeated Atrisco Heritage 33-7
The young La Cueva Bears led by a powerful ground game defeated Atrisco Heritage Friday Night in a game that they controlled from the get-go. The Bears racked up more than 250-yards of rushing and were led by Josh Woisin who ran for 120-yards and by Thomas Bui who racked up 140-yards. La Cueva hosts Las Cruces in week 2.
17. Cibola Cougars vs. Albuquerque (Saturday)
Recap to follow Saturday’s Game
18. Valley Vikings lost to Rio rancho 42-12
The Valley Vikings actually led this game 6-0 after a Michal Barboa touchdown run. However the Vikings defense had trouble stopping the Ram’s hired powered offense that threw for over 250-yards and racked up 150 rushing. The Vikings take on Eldorado in week 2.
19. Atrisco Heritage Jaguars lost to La Cueva 33-7
The Atrisco Heritage Jaguars allowed more than 250-yards of rushing Friday Night and scoring the team’s only touchdown was Quarterback Aaron Bean. The Jaguars now 0-1 take on Sandia in week 2.
20. Belen Eagles lost to Artesia 41-0
The Eagles got out to a rough start against Artesia losing 41-0 and have not allowed more than 120 points to Artesia in 3 games. The Eagles will take on Moriarty in week 2.
21. St. Pius X Sartans beat Del Norte 47-8
The St. Pius X Sartans rolled past Del Norte Friday Night. The Sartans were led by Drew Ortiz who threw for over 220-yards and Miles Hilton who caught two touchdowns. The Sartans will take on Los Alamos in week 2.
22. Albuquerque vs. Cibola (sat)
Recap to follow Saturday’s Game
23. Deming Wildcats lost to Flowing Wells 34-30
Friday Night the Deming Wildcats came up short against Flowing Wells, Arizona. Please send any detail of this game to nmpreps@yahoo.com
24. Carlsbad Cavemen lost to Amercias 32-13
The Carlsbad Cavemen lost their first game of the season to El Paso Americas, but kept it close throughout as they trailed just 18-13 at the half. Quarterback Jonah Leyva scored a 71-yard touchdown. The Cavemen are on the road next week against Deming.
25. Gadsden Panthers Lost to Del Valle 43-7
The Gadsden Panthers were out-gunned by a very solid El Paso Del Valle team Friday Night. Gadsden will make the trip to Las Cruces next weekend to take on Centennial.
Other Marquee Games Around The State
Bloomfield 48, Aztec 28
The Bloomfield Tigers rolled to a 20 point victory over Aztec Friday Night thanks to more than 400-yards of rushing. Bloomfield’s Chauncey White ran for 178-yards and two touchdowns.
Capital 27, Silver 16
Duo Augustine Larranaga and Kevin Brown of Capital High School accounted for 3 touchdowns Friday Night helping the Jaguars to an impressive opening season victory. Larranaga threw for 200-yards, Brown caught for 200-yards. Capital takes on St. Mike’s in week 2.
Clayton 45, West LV 20
First Year Clayton Head Football Coach Dustin Tippit picked up where Colin Justins left off with Clayton rolling to a 25 point win Friday Night. Clayton jumped to a 30-13 lead right before half and never trailed in the game. Clayton will host Eunice in week 2.
Escalante 18, Tucumcari 0
This game was called due to fuses blowing out in Tucumcari’s stadium lights. We are told the fuses blew out twice on the night. Dominic Montano scored off a 50-yard run and on a 85-yard punt return.
Estancia 32, Lovington 27
Friday Night in Lovington, the Estancia Bears aka the defending Class 3A state champs defeated the Lovington Wildcats. The Bears never trailed in the game and have not lost a game since November of 2014. The Bears are in action next week against Navajo Prep.
Farmington 15, Los Lunas 14
The Farmington Scorpions scored a touchdown with a minute to go to make it 14-13 Los Lunas leading and 1st Year Head Coach went for the 2pt conversion to win the game. Good move as the Scorpions got an conversion from Donovan Gonzalez.
Piedra Vista 37, San Juan UT 20
The Piedra Vista Panthers opened the season with a big win over San Juan, Utah. Junior Elijah Gamboa scored two touchdowns on offense and had an interception on defense. Next week Piedra Vista hosts Goddard.
St. Mike’s 27, Santa Fe 0
The St. Michael’s Horsemen shutout rival Santa Fe Friday Night thanks to 3 touchdowns from Xavier Vigil and a very good performance from quarterbacks Isaac Chavez and Chross Jaramillo. The Horsemen held the Demons to less than 20-yard rushing on the night.
Texico 28, Santa Rosa 6
Texico moved to 1-0 on the year defeated former district rival Santa Rosa by 22 points. Texico Junior Running Back Mason Golden ran for 2 touchdowns off 209-yards.
Portales 26, Robertson 13
Senior Portales Running Back Bronte Staaguard ran for 189-yards and 2 touchdowns helping the Portales Rams win an impressive victory over Robertson.
Melrose 60, Dora 8
The Melrose Buffs do what they do, win. Friday Night the Buffs were led by Carson Fraze who scored 4 touchdowns.
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Top 10 Performers
1. Isaac Vance - Mayfield - Ran for 350-yards and 4 touchdowns against Hobbs
2. Hunter Graham - Alamogordo - Ran for 152-yards and 5 touchdowns against Valencia
3. Josh Williams - Volcano Vista - Threw for 270-yards, 2 touchdowns, ran for touchdown against Sandia
4. Kevin Brown - Capital - Caught for 200-yards and 4 touchdowns against Silver
5. Isaac Amaya - Hobbs - Threw for 194-yards against Mayfield
6. Dante Lopez - Centennial - Threw for 181-yards and 3 touchdowns against Onate
7. Gabe Ortega - Cleveland - 200-yards of offense, 3 touchdowns against Manzano
8. Micah Gray - Clovis - Ran for 160-yards and 3 touchdowns against Goddard
9. Josh Foley - Rio Rancho - Ran for 150-yards and 3 touchdowns against Valley
10. Justin Houghtaling - Artesia - Was 13-17 passing for 260 yards and 4 touchdowns against Belen
Best of the Rest
Alex Ramirez - Alamogordo - Over 130-yards of offense and a touchdown against Valencia
Alias Baker - Eldorado - Great showing, rushing td against Rio Grande
Allan Rodriguez - Volcano Vista - Returned interception 91-yards for touchdown
Augustine Larranaga - Capital - Threw for 200-yards and 4 touchdowns against Silver
Brandon Baeza - Las Cruces - Caught touchdown, had interception on defense against Montwood
Bronte Staaguard - Portales - Ran for 189-yards and 2 touchdowns
Caleb Brewer - Artesia - punt return for touchdown against Belen
Cameron Stevenson - Goddard - Threw for 131-yards, ran for 78-yards against Clovis
Carlos Carrasco - Artesia - 2 interceptions against Belen
Carson Fraze - Melrose - Scored 4 touchdowns against Dora
Chauncey White - Bloomfield - Ran for 178-yards against Aztec
Chaz Matthews - Artesia - 77 touchdown reception against Belen
Chris Jaramillo - St. Mike’s - Great showing at qb against Santa Fe
Curtis Rogers - St. Mike’s - Great game on defense against Santa Fe
David Cromer - Volcano Vista - Caught for two touchdowns and 150-yards against Sandia
Devin Beard - Hobbs - Over 100-yards of offense, punt return for touchdown
Dominic Montano - Escalante - Scored 50-yard rushing touchdown, 85-yard punt return
Donvan Gonalez - Farmington - Scored game wining two point conversion
Drew Ortiz - St. Pius X - Threw for over 200-yards and 2 touchdowns against Del Norte
Elijah Gamboa - Piedra Vista - Scored two touchdowns and in interceptions
Forest McKee - Onate - Ran for 119-yards against Centennial
Isaac Chavez - St. Mike’s - had great showing against Santa Fe
Jacye Jackson - Eldorado - Great showing against Rio Grande
Jeremy Padilla - Hobbs - Ran for 135-yards against Mayfield
Jonah Leyva - Carlsbad - Ran for 71-yard touchdown against Americas
Josh Woisin - La Cueva - Ran for over 100-yards against Atrisco Heritage
Jovan Guadian - Onate - Caught for two touchdowns against Centennial
JR Pena - Centennial - 161-yards of offense, two touchdowns against Onate
Kameron Miller - Las Cruces - Threw touchdown, ran for 48-yard score against Montwood
Marcus Williams - Cleveland - 2 touchdowns against Manzano
Mason Golden - Texico - Ran for 200-yards and 2 touchdowns
Michael Barboa - Valley - Scored rushing touchdown against Rio Rancho
Miles Hilton - St. Pius X - Caught for 100-yards and a touchdown against Del Norte
Noah Swietzer - Eldorado - Scored two touchdowns against Rio Grande
Rope Henry - Cleveland - blocked punt against Manzano
Steven Bailey - Rio Rancho - Threw for 240-yards and 2 touchdowns against Valley
Thomas Bui - La Cueva - Ran for over 100-yards against Atrisco Heritage
Xavier Vigil - St. Mike’s - 120-yards of offense and 3 touchdowns
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Week 1 Scoreboard
Wednesday, August 26th
Volcano Vista 37, Sandia 3 | Recap Here
Thursday, August 27th
San Elizario 33, Santa Teresa 6
Eldorado 52, Rio Grande 0 | Recap Here
Hobbs JV 55, Eunice 0
Friday, August 28th
Anthony 38, Mesilla Valley 0 - FINAL
Alamogordo 53, Valencia 0 - FINAL
Alamo Navajo 43, Tse Yi Gai 14 - FINAL
Artesia 41, Belen 0 - FINAL
Bayfield (CO) 43, Kirtland Central 0 - FINAL
Bloomfield 48, Aztec 28 - FINAL
Capital 27, Silver 16 - FINAL
Capitan 38, Hagerman 30 - FINAL
Carrizozo 64, Ramah 14 - FINAL
Centennial 36, Onate 28 - FINAL
Clayton 45, West Las Vegas 20 - FINAL
Cleveland 53, Manzano 0 - FINAL
Cloudcroft 26, Springer 20 - FINAL
Clovis 37, Goddard 14 - FINAL
EP Americas 32, Carlsbad 13 - FINAL
EP Del Valle 43, Gadsden 7 - FINAL
EP Montwood 20, Las Cruces 14 - FINAL/RAIN
EP Riverside 27, Chaparral 7 - FINAL
Escalante 18, Tucumcari 0 - FINAL/LIGHTS
Espanola Valley 20, EP Cathedral 14 - FINAL
Estancia 32, Lovington 27 - FINAL
Farmington 15, Los Lunas 14 - FINAL
Flowing Wells 34, Deming 30 - FINAL
Gateway 52, Menual - FINAL
Grady/San Jon 54, Vaughn 0 - FINAL
Grants 46, Gallup 25 - FINAL
Hatch Valley 41, Dexter 0 - FINAL
Hot Springs 14, Tularosa 0 - FINAL
La Cueva 20, Atrisco Heritage Academy 7
Laguna-Acoma 8, Navajo Prep 0 - Ruled No Contest
Lordsburg 53, Wilcox (AZ) 0 - FINAL
Los Alamos 19, Pojoaque Valley 13 - FINAL
Magdalena 40, Mountainair 0 - FINAL
Mayfield 41, Hobbs 34 - FINAL
Miyamura 37, Moriarty 10 - FINAL
Melrose 60, Dora 8 - FINAL
Morenci (AZ) 33, Cobre 21 - FINAL
Newcomb 56, Navajo Pine 6 - FINAL
NMMI 13, Fort Sumner 6 - Rain Delay/Will Finish Tomorrow at 10AM
Piedra Vista 37, San Juan (UT) 20 - FINAL
Portales 26, Robertson 13 - FINAL
Rio Rancho 42, Valley 12 - FINAL
Roswell 50, Ruidoso 6 - FINAL
Santa Fe Indian 27, Cuba 6 - FINAL
St. Mike's 27, Santa Fe 0 - FINAL
St. Pius X 47, Del Norte 8 - FINAL
Socorro 66, Shiprock 30 - FINAL
Taos 37, Bernalillo 0 - FINAL
Texico 28, Santa Rosa 6 - FINAL
Thoreau 32, Tohatchi 16 - FINAL
Wingate 32, Crownpoint 0 - FINAL
Saturday, August 29th
Cibola 37, Albuquerque 7 - FINAL
West Mesa 55, Highland 28 - FINAL
Hope 27, Academy 13 FINAL
Mescalero 54, Jemez Valley 34 - FINAL
Raton 42, McCurdy 7 - Final
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