Sports

Around Carlsbad, fishing for largemouth bass was good using small crankbaits in the pool below the Tansill Dam.

While flooding did not directly impact the Eagle Creek Complex, participation may have been affected by the recent devastation, according to tournament directors Billy and Patsy Page.

Phillip Jowers, the Bulldogs' head coach since 2015, said the purpose of the camp is to give back to the community and to say thank you for their support.  

On June 21, he competed at the USA Grappling (USAG) Team Trials to earn a spot on Team USA Teen Division, which will represent the United States at the World Tournament in Greece in the fall of 2025.  

Applications are being accepted through Aug. 13 by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish for draw Sandhill crane and pheasant permits.

Fishing conditions remain fair to good at lakes and streams as July winds down across the state.

Artesia assistant volleyball coach Mandi Lewallen conducted the camp. She had other coaches conduct strategy and skill sessions with the campers.

He also competed in Australia in the International Challenge against Team Australia. Letcher finished in second place at the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo.

A look at ongoing recreational activities in Artesia.

Some anglers set out to catch a lot of fish, or maybe a variety of species – and some just want to land a big one. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has a fishing challenge just for them, the Master Angler Award Program.

Fishing for some of New Mexico’s favorite species have been unhampered by the summer monsoons as conditions are reported fair to good across parts of the state.

For Turner, 44, working out and disc golf have been a life-changing experience since getting his second driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) offense in his Mustang at 10 p.m. October 30, 2022.