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The Tucumcari Lady Rattlers have a week to prepare for their first district 5 3A game against the Santa Rosa Lady Lions. The Lady Rattlers (4-9) will host the Lady Lions (11-3) Oct. 12 at the Snake Pit. "Everything we have been through has been preparing us for this," said Dana Benavidez, Lady Rattlers head coach. Benavidez said despite a 3-1 loss on Saturday at Penasco, the Lady Rattlers have shown a lot of improvement. She said the team has been communicating to cover the gaps on defense and p...
The Lady Rattlers volleyball team came away with a lot of positives from their split wins Saturday during the Santa Fe Indian tournament bracket play, said Dana Benavidez, Tucumcari head coach. Benavidez said the Lady Rattlers, 3-8, beat Zuni in three sets and lost to Dulce in three sets. She said both matches gave the team insights into the areas they still need improvement. “Our passing was much better in both games, yet our service errors were an area of concern,” Benavidez said. Benavidez said the Lady Rattlers know they need to focus dur...
The Tucumcari Rattlers need to take care of the ball and follow through on their assignments or their season is not going to get any easier, said Wayne Ferguson, head coach. "We have to find what little positive things we can take out of Friday's loss to Fort Sumner and move on," Ferguson said. The Rattlers surrendered 21 points off turnovers to the Foxes during Friday's 50-0 routing at Rattler Stadium. Ferguson said it is hard to overcome three turnovers when they give you opponent their first...
The key to stopping the Dexter Demons Friday will be to contain their dynamic quarterback, while limiting mental mistakes and following through on responsibilities, said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head coach. “We are a half-step away from being a dominant program,” Ferguson said. Ferguson said the Sept. 8 road loss to the Estancia Bears (30-6) was a lot better than what the score board reflects. He said the team played with the seasoned, physical Bears team throughout the first half. The Rattlers (1-2) trailed 6-0 at the half. “As the game progr...
The Tucumcari Lady Rattlers continue to work on finding the right rotation for their personnel while focusing on eliminating unforced errors, said Dana Benavidez, head coach. "We simply cannot continue to give away points or stall our offensive drives with errors," Benavidez said. The Lady Rattlers (1-6) lost their last game 3-0 to the Lady Longhorns Thursday at Logan. "The girls played a great game, despite what the set score shows," Benavidez said. Benavidez said the team is aware of how...
SILVER CITY — In a battle between Eastern New Mexico’s prolific rush attack and Western New Mexico’s vaunted passing attack, it was a battle of turnovers and a little bit of special teams that helped the Greyhounds notch a 37-34 road victory Saturday afternoon at Ben Altamirano Field. Tayshaun Gary carried 13 times for 113 yards and Kamal Cass went 24-times for 91 yards and two scores as the Greyhounds (2-0, 1-0) claimed the Lone Star Conference opener for both teams. The Greyhounds took advantage of five Mustang turnovers for 17 points, compar...
CLOVIS - Trae Clark believes in random acts, and he does them whenever he can. But he thinks the act he just finished Sunday wasn't random at all. The intricate series of events that put a jersey in his hands and Air Force-flown flags in two others, Clark said, all came together for a reason. "This is all God," Clark said. "This started at a Bible study." The Tennessee Titans website and social media accounts include clips of a flag presented to receiver and former Clovis High athlete Rishard...
PORTALES - A 20-yard run by Eastern New Mexico University quarterback Wyatt Strand on fourth-and-12 set up a game-winning 41-yard field goal by Bailey Hale with just seven seconds remaining to complete the Greyhounds 23-21 victory over No. 18 Southwest Baptist in their season opener. ENMU (1-0) looked down-and-out when the Bearcats stopped a fourth-and-2 run by running back Kamal Cass and took over at the Greyhounds 19-yard line with three minutes left to play. That was before ENMU's defense...
Redemption and a tournament championship are two perks the Logan Lady Longhorns earned Saturday during the Lady Rattlers' volleyball tournament a the Snake Pit. The Lady Longhorns' 3-2 championship win over the Santa Fe Waldorf Lady Wolves was hard fought and will give the girls confidence as the season progresses, said Robert Young, Lady Longhorns head coach. "You can see the improvement we have made from last year," said Kylee Foote, Lady Longhorn outside hitter. Foote said against the Lady...
The Tucumcari Rattlers will try to carry over the momentum from Saturday's road win into their Friday night home game against the Estancia Bears. The Rattlers (1-1) are coming off a 39-23 victory over the Albuquerque Academy Chargers. Tucumcari's offense produced a balanced 371 yards of total offense, with 180 passing and 191 rushing. Senior full back Xavier Garcia led the Rattler backfield with 134 yards and two touchdowns. Rattler quarterback junior Casey Carter connected with three different...
The fishing report has been generated from the best information available from Department of Game and Fish officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream, lake and weather conditions alter fish and angler activities. Blue Hole Park Pond: We had no reports from anglers this week. Clayton Lake: Fishing was slow and fishing pressure was very light. The boat ramp is now open. Conchas Lake: The lake came up about eight feet this past week and fishing slowed considerably. A few largemouth...
Two area high school volleyball teams are working shake off their opening week struggles while one prepares to start the season. The San Jon Lady Coyotes will start their season Thursday with a home opener against the Vaughn Lady Eagles. The team has grown so much since last season, mentally and physically, said Head coach Jaree Elliott. Elliott said through the summer and start of practice the Lady Coyotes have been hard at work to improve themselves. She said the once green and young players...
The Tucumcari Rattlers Football team will travel Saturday to Albuquerque for the second game of the season against the Albuquerque Academy Chargers. While the score might not reflect it, the Rattlers had strong moments on defense during Friday loss to Escalante, said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head coach. The Rattlers loss 28-7 to the Lobos Friday at the Snake Pit. Holding a 7-6 lead at half time the Rattlers struggled with possession of the ball on offense turning the ball over 11 times total....
Area high school football teams are prepping for their first game of the season, with Logan and San Jon traveling and Tucumcari at home to face Escalante. "We expect to see the same type of play out from Escalante that we have seen over the past three years," said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head coach, of the 7 p.m. Friday matchup. This is the fourth-straight year the Lobos and Rattlers have faced off, with Escalante winning by counts of 34-28, 18-0 and 34-6. Ferguson said the Lobos will like to...
The 2016 state champion San Jon/Grady Coyotes will start the 2017-2018 season under the direction of new head coach. Adrian Jones of Tucumcari has taken the helm of the San Jon/Grady Coyotes six-man football team. "I have not coached a varsity level team, but I'm ready to work with the athletes to defend and win another state championship," Jones said. Jones is assuming control of the program following Coach Bobby Gomez's departure. Gomez led the (7-0) Coyotes to a 47-46 victory over Lake Arthur...
Rattlers and Lady Rattlers current and past had a chance to compete in the Snake Pit again during an alumni volleyball and basketball tournaments for Rattler Reunion. "There was a great turnout for both tournaments; it was nice to see so many alumni come out and compete," said Dana Benavidez, event coordinator. Benavidez said overall there was a positive response by those who competed in the events and those who came out to support the athletes. She said this is the third year for the alumni...
Recognition for winning the 3A boys track and field championship is an honor but more of a testament to the commitment of the athletes and coaches, said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head track and field coach. Ferguson was recognized for winning the 3A state championship in July during the New Mexico Activities Association coaches clinic in Albuquerque. "This would not have not been possible without the dedication of the assistant coaches to the program," Ferguson said. "The coaches work with each athlete to push them to their full potential."...
Quay County, state 4-H members competed in the annual 4-H rodeo July 28-29 in Tucumcari. Each night featured was scored as a separate rodeo with each 4-H member allowed to enter a maximum of four events. Points from both rodeos were added together for weekend prizes of buckles and saddles donated by area businesses. Eighty-seven youth from all over the state participated in the rodeos. July 28 results Senior saddle bronc riding 1. Jaxson Mirabal, Socorro Senior goat tying 1. Lyndsey Orris, Valencia 2. Marisela Sandoval, Valencia 3. Kaylee...
As a new year, new season approaches, coaches of the Tucumcari Rattlers began two-a-day practice with this year's football team prospects. There is a strong group of starters returning this year, with several eager underclassmen ready to step up into the program, said Head Coach Wayne Ferguson. More than 25 Rattlers were on the field at 7 a.m., running through drills. Ferguson said they expect more to join the team for the practices throughout the week. Many players did not practice due to work...
Former members of the Tucumcari Rattlers volleyball team played against high school and middle school students during an unofficial scrimmage Monday at the Snake Pit. "This is not an official practice or scrimmage; it was just for fun," said Lady Rattlers Head Volleyball Coach Dana Benavidez. Benavidez said the students just wanted to play volleyball in order to prepare for the two-a-day practices that will begin Monday at the Snake Pit. The following are pictures from the scrimmage and the...
SAN JON — The San Jon Coyotes volleyball team plans to combine the lessons from a harsh year of growing pains and a summer of learning to compete in a season full of potential. “I cannot believe the changes these girls have undergone in just a year,” said Jaree Elliott, Lady Coyotes head coach. Elliott said she and the team have come to terms and moved past last year’s 0-20 finish. She said despite the record, the team — which features just one senior, a sophomore, two freshmen and six eighth-graders — played with heart. “The girls never gave u...
The Tucumcari Rattler Wrestling team will have the opportunity to learn techniques from a pair of Olympic gold medalists during a camp at Tascosa High School in Amarillo. “Getting a chance to learn from two world-class athletes,” Tucumcari coach Eddie Encinias said, “the guys are sure to gain new insight and skills.” The camp will feature lessons from 2000 Olympic Gold medalist Brandon Slay and 2016 Olympic Gold medalist Kyle Snyder. Both went to Tascosa High. Encinias said this will be the second time the Rattlers attend the camp ran by Slay...
The season came to an end June 28 for the Quay County All-Star minor little league team with a loss to Roosevelt County in Tucumcari. "This is a learning experience for the kids, they played great," said Cole Wallin, QC head coach. The QC All-Stars lost 24-7, their second loss to the Roosevelt County team in three days. Wallin said the Roosevelt All-Stars came up with some big hits, they were able to get on base and bring in their runners. He said Roosevelt's older players came up with two home...
A way to go out on top and a push to improve and set new records were what a few of the 3A track and field state champion Tucumcari Rattlers said Monday of receiving their state championship rings. It was the best possible outcome, considering we thought we had tied for third, said Billy Sandoval, a 2017 graduate. Sandoval said winning a state championship his senior year is exactly how he wanted to go out, "on a high note." For junior Xavier Garcia and sophomore Seth Martinez said, a state...
After an early rally to tie the game, the Quay County Minor League All-Stars fell 14-8 Monday to the Roosevelt County All-Stars at Tucumcari. The game was a lot closer than the score showed, said Cole Wallin, Quay County head coach. The Quay All-Stars were down 4-0 in the bottom of the second with two outs when Joshua Griego connected with a fastball and got on base. "I just watched the ball and knew I had to get a hit," Griego said. Griego stole second base and advance to third base on a wild...