Monday night at the Bulldog Pit, Artesia Bulldogs head basketball coach Michael Mondragon invited the student body and the community for a celebration of the team winning the 4A state basketball championship earlier this month over Albuquerque Highland.

Photos by Mike Smith Artesia Daily Press

A basketball net cut down from the eastern basket adorns the championship trophy.

Guard Charlie Campbell wears the net after it was cut down.

Clay Kincaid cuts down a piece of the net.

Cael Houghtaling takes his turn.

Braylon Vega joins the net cutting ceremony.

Coach Mondragon addresses the crowd.

Artesia’s cheerleaders gathered for the net cutting ceremony.