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Hawks lose in first championship round

Friday, 17 November 2023 06:10 Gallupsun Staff

A Raton Tiger player attempts to gain yards while Thoreau Hawks Jordan Calladitto (85) and Tys Nelson (33) go to tackle him during the Nov. 4 game in Thoreau. The Tigers defeated the Hawks 35-8. The Hawks lost in the first round of the championship tournament. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Thoreau Hawk Isaac Bear Eagle (1) looks for an open teammate during the Nov 4 game against the Raton Eagles. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Raton Tiger Kaleb Salazar (24) seeks to gain a first down while Thoreau Hawk Taven Tahe (10) tries to tackle him during the Nov 4 game in Thoreau. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Bengals best the Bobcats

Friday, 17 November 2023 06:10 Gallupsun Staff

Lady Bengal SJ Haines (5) hits the ball over the net during the Nov. 2 game against the Bloomfield Lady Bobcats. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Lady Bengal Rylie Whitehair (18) slams the ball over the net during the Nov 2 game against the Bloomfield Lady Bobcats. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Youngsters flock to Gallup for flag, tackle football tournament

Friday, 17 November 2023 06:08 Gallupsun Staff

Blackhawk player (11) races down the field while New Mexico Ram player (30) attempts to catch his flag in the middle of a game during the Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championships Touch Down Football League tournament Nov. 4. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

The Gallup Warriors faced off against the Gallup Raptors during the during the Touch Down Football League tournament. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Hozho Wolves (4) races down the field for a first down while a Rio Rancho Ram goes to tackle him during the Touch Down Football League tournament. The Ram won the game 36-13. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Wowie’s Cowboy (1) attempts to gain yards during the Nov. 4 Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championships at Ford Canyon. The Gallup Cowboys won their game against the Pueblo ‘lil Bombers 28-0. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Bobcats bypass the Bengals

Friday, 10 November 2023 06:47 Gallupsun Staff

Gallup Bengal Truitt Lewis (34) receives a handoff from quarterback Christian Bitsie (9) during the Oct. 27 game against the Bloomfield Bobcats. The Bobcats defeated the Bengals 66-0. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Gallup Bengal Christian Bitsie (9) holds the ball tight as Bloomfield Bobcat Logan Gosnell (51) tackles him during the Oct. 27 game. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Gallup Bengal (86) looks for an open teammate during the Oct 27 game against the Bloomfield Bobcats. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Star athletes of the week

Friday, 10 November 2023 06:45 Gallupsun Staff

School: Miyamura High

Name: Hailee Situ

Sport: Volleyball

Grade: Senior

Hailee has been a huge part of the Patriots’ early success in volleyball with her contributions to the team both offensively and defensively. She is a state leader in both blocking and hitting percentage this season. Her athleticism is very noticeable while on the court and her leadership is part of the reason that she is one of the team captains.

School: Ramah High

Name: Benjamin Larson

Sport: Football

Grade: Senior

Ben has had a great year and has worked hard to succeed. He had 177 yards, three touchdowns, two point-after conversions, and 11 tackles in the Mustangs' 67-21 win over Chesterton...