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Toppers Win Both Ends Of Doubleheader At Santa Fe High

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Abagail DeHerrera dives back to second base as the ball arrives late for Annabella Booker to make the tag for the out in the 1st inning. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

 SPORTS News: 

The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper softball team traveled on Tuesday to Santa Fe to play the Demons in a non-conference doubleheader.

The first game was close with the Toppers leading, but the Demons were a constant threat, and the game went down to the last out when the Toppers won 5-4.

The second game was all Toppers and they won 12-4.

Jamie Cisneros tags out Amaya Batista at 2nd base as she tries to steal. Photo Read More

Topper Baseball Falls To Santa Fe Demons 11-1

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DJ Garcia reaches for the ball, but it’s wide and runner Jax Peinado slides in safe at 2nd. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers baseball team traveled on Wednesday afternoon to Santa Fe to play a non-district game against the Santa Fe High Demons.

The Demons turned out to be the stronger team and beat the Toppers 11-1.

The Toppers struggled with their offensive and defensive games and with this loss they fall to a record of 3-8 overall.

Josh Gartz prepares to catch the bouncing grounder in the 2nd inning. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Hilltopper Girls Basketball Announces All-District Selections

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SPORTS News:

The Hilltoppers basketball All-District player selections have been announced. All-District players are nominated by each coach in the district (LAHS, Española, Moriarty, Pojoaque, Taos).   

Coaches cannot vote for their own players. Players receiving the top 8 most votes are 1st team All-District selections. The next 8 players are 2nd team selections.

Los Alamos All-District 1st team players:

Aaliyah Chavez. Photo by Andrew Lyon

Aaliyah Chavez (sophomore) was the primary point guard for the Hilltoppers this season. She was the team’s 2nd leading scorer (6.8 pts/game). Read More

Los Alamos Tennis Team Wins Home Game Against Taos

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The Los Alamos Tennis team hosted Taos on Wednesday, and both the boys and girls teams won their matches. Next up will be the Academy Invite April 3 and 4. The next Topper Tennis home match will be vs St. Mike’s at 3 p.m., Wednesday April 8. Pictured: Left to right: (back row) Ana Saenz, Olivia Hamilton, Alea Kretz, Lucia Rudin, Vivian Haigh, Julia Robel, Ajla Bock, Leah Gramer, Coach Travis Gibson, (front row) Coach Lindsay Gibson, Lorrin Fordham, Caris Hatler, Angelie Echave, Kylee Lovato. Courtesy photo

Junior, Caris Hatler lines up a forehand. Courtesy photo Read More

One Week Left To Purchase Tickets For 2026 Los Alamos High School Athletic Hall Of Fame Ceremony

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LAHS News:

There is one week left to purchase tickets for the 2026 Los Alamos High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony and brunch banquet scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, at Fuller Lodge.

Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased at 2026 LAHS Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Tickets.

Members of the 9th Hall of Fame class include Paul Anderson, Kathy Hipwood, Rob Hipwood, Carmen Nogar, Josh Nogar, and Gretchen Torres. Read More

Los Alamos High School Senior Stetson Trujillo Signs National Letter Of Intent To Rodeo For NMSU

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From left, NMSU Head Coach Brice Baggarly, LAHS Senior Stetson Trujillo and NMSU Assistant Coach Tate Harmon on National Signing Day, in which Trujillo signs his intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Courtesy/NMSU

NMSU News:

Los Alamos High School senior and Abiqui resident Stetson Trujillo, has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Family, friends, and coaches recently gathered to celebrate his achievement.

Trujillo, 18, has competed in NMHSRA, 4-H, and NMRA rodeo, earning top finishes in steer wrestling, Read More

Youth Mountain Bike Programs Open In Los Alamos

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NICA Discovery News:

Got a kid who loves riding bikes—or is ready to try trails for the first time? NICA Discovery youth mountain biking programs are back in Los Alamos this spring, offering a fun, confidence-building way for kids ages 7–11 to get outside, learn new skills, and ride with friends.

The “New Friends” program is ideal for children who can balance and pedal a bike but are new to off-road riding. Through games and group activities, riders develop foundational bike-handling skills, physical stamina, and confidence in a supportive, team-oriented environment. “New Friends”

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This Week In Sports: March 24-26, 2026

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SPORTS News:

This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Girls and Boys Track and Field teams have meets at the Bernalillo Relay, softball and baseball games in Santa Fe, a softball game at home and tennis games at home.

Los Alamos High School Hilltopper games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team of John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.

This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:

March 24 Tuesday

  • Softball vs Santa Fe Away – 3 p.m.
  • Softball vs Santa Fe Away – 5 p.m.

March 25 Wednesday

  • Baseball vs Santa Fe Away – 5 p.m.
  • Girls/Boys Tennis vs Taos Home (Urban) – 3 p.m.

March 26 Thursday

  • Girls/Boys
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NMAA Board Of Directors’ Committee To Hold Appeal Hearing

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NMAA News:

The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) Board of Directors’ Committee will hold an Appeal Hearing at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, via Zoom.

The meeting is open to the public.

The agenda, which includes Zoom login details, is available on the Board of Directors page of the NMAA website at https://www.nmact.org/board-of-directors/. View agenda here: https://www.nmact.org/file/Agenda_032426_BOD.pdf.

About the Board:

The Board is responsible for the fair and uniform application of federal, state and local laws as well as the rules and regulations of the Association in the

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Topper Tennis Wins In Farmington Tournament

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Angelie Echave prepares to serve while her partner, Alea Kretz, prepares to attack the return. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos tennis team competed in Farmington last weekend in a tournament featuring 5 teams from around the state (Piedra Vista, Clovis, Espanola, Grants, and Los Alamos). The Los Alamos boys team continued their strong performance by taking the overall championship win. The Los Alamos girls team continues to improve every week but finished fourth after some tight losses.

Mike Witkowski prepares to crush a backhand. Courtesy photo Read More