9-01-2025 9:44am

Tiger Football Jumps in Rankings 10 Slots

Chris Edwards Editor

Tanner Nowaczck a rising talent taking on Roswell Aug 29 - photo courtesy APS

New Mexico high school football is off to a thrilling start in the 2025 season, and several top teams have already made their mark with standout performances. The talk around the state this weekend is about the Alamogordo Tigers. The Tigers jumped 10 slots ranking #20 going into this weekend and then jumping to a 10th place ranking by MaxPreps after beating top tiered Roswell 27-3.

Alamogordo Key Players to Watch During the 2025 Season

• Nathanael Best (Sr., QB/FS) – Dual-threat quarterback averaging 106 rushing yards per game and 187 total yards A. He’s the engine of the offense.

• Bryson Bloom (Jr., RB/SS) – Defensive anchor with 9 tackles per game and a powerful running style.

• Tristan Bowman (Jr., WR/CB) – Leading receiver with 73 yards per game; expect him to be a deep threat.

• John Hockman (Sr., TE/DE) – Brings pressure off the edge with 1.0 sacks and solid blocking.

• Tanner Nowaczck is a rising talent on the Alamogordo High School football team and one to watch currently listed as a Middle Linebacker (MLB) and Defensive End (DE) class of 2027

Prediction vs Albuquerque High (Sept 5)

According to NMPreps, this game is a coin flip, with Alamogordo holding a slight edge at 52% chance to win. Their momentum from a strong season start and strong defensive showings gives them the upper hand, but Albuquerque is no pushover.

Upcoming Schedule Highlights

Date Opponent Location Win Chance
Sept 5 Albuquerque High Away 52%
Sept 12 Piedra Vista Away 56%
Sept 19 Organ Mountain Home 46%
Sept 26 Hobbs Away 39%
Oct 2 Centennial Away 28%

If Alamogordo wins this next game, they could be considered a top statewide contender and solidify their playoff hopes.

Here’s a breakdown of the best action and highlights of 4 featured games this past weekend

Top Performances for the week…

1. Alamogordo Tigers (2-0)• Defeated Roswell 27–13 in a statement win. QB Nathanael Best continues to dominate with dual-threat playmaking. Defense held Roswell to just one touchdown in the second half.

2. Rio Rancho Rams• Opened the season with a strong win over Atrisco Heritage Academy. Key plays included multiple interceptions by Quinton McKinley and a rushing TD by Ethan Roland. Their explosive first-half performance is featured in New Mexico High School Football Scores and Highlights: Week 1, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive pressure.

3. Volcano Vista Hawks• Narrow victory over La Cueva (21–20) in a Thursday night thriller. Game-deciding plays and clutch moments are covered in High school football Thursday night highlights – Week 1 2025, emphasizing their resilience under pressure.

4. Organ Mountain Knights• Special teams made a splash with a blocked punt returned for a touchdown against Eldorado. Nolan Romero added a rushing TD to seal the win.