JT Keith

JT Keith is the regional sports editor for El Rito’s southeastern New Mexico newspapers, leading coverage in Carlsbad and Artesia and directing sports content for the Roswell Tribune. Based in Artesia since February 2025, he reports on Bulldogs athletics.

Artesia boys’ soccer loses to Organ Mountain at home

Artesia boys soccer team loses to Organ Mountain.

Coyotes football takes care of Artesia at Bulldog Bowl

Artesia had no answers in loss to Roswell High School.

Artesia girls’ soccer team moves closer to district crown with win over Goddard

Artesia girls soccer team defeated Goddard 6-0 on Thursday.

Three keys for Artesia football to defeat Roswell

3 keys to victory over Roswell.

Artesia girls’ volleyball team starts district play with a win

Lady Dogs. come from two sets down to win.

Three things the Bulldogs did well

The scoreboard didn't favor the Artesia Bulldogs Friday night as they fell 62-36 to Roswell. The start was especially painful. Artesia threw an interception...

Thirty Years Later, the Spirit Run Comes Full Circle

Dr. Crit Caton talks about 30th anniversary of the Spirit Run.

Whitmire sets $40,000 goal for Hermosa Spirit Run

Hermosa Elementary School seeks to make goal.

Artesia Bulldogs boys’ soccer team defeats Goddard

Artesia boys soccer defeats Goddard at home on Tuesday night.

Hermosa Principal Promises Princess-and-Frog Challenge From Spirit Run Hits $40,000

Hermosa Elementary’s 30th annual Spirit Run is nearing its $40,000 fundraising goal, with nearly $32,000 collected by Oct. 16. Principal Kaci Whitmire has promised to dress as a princess and kiss a frog if students reach the target. Proceeds support school supplies, shirts, incentives, holiday activities, transportation and student rewards, with community groups helping celebrate.

Scenes from the Marquise Weast & Coach Mo Twilight Run on Friday night

Bulldogs cross country teams do well in the Marquise Weast & Coach Mo Twilight Run.

Artesia boys’ soccer team defeats Goddard in district play

Artesia boys' soccer team defeats Goddard 2-1.

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