Alamogordo Tigers Shine Bright: Boys and Girls Track Teams Each Claim Second at Centennial Hawk Invite

Alamogordo, NM – The Alamogordo High School boys and girls track and field teams delivered impressive performances at the Centennial Hawk Invitational held in Las Cruces on Saturday, with both squads finishing in second place overall. The Tigers showcased depth and talent across individual events and relays, earning several podium spots and securing state-qualifying marks in key races.

The boys team was led by strong showings in sprints, hurdles, and field events. Tristan Bowman took second in the 100m with a time of 11.46, while Keaton Orona finished sixth at 11.83. In the 110m hurdles, Bryson Bloom claimed second (16.35), Yadie Torrado third (16.63), and Sam Strong fifth (17.54). The high jump saw Nathan Cereceres and Yadie Torrado tying for second and third at 5-10, with Asher Nicholas fourth (5-8) and Jordan Allen fifth (5-8). Rylan Maroon placed third in the 800m (2:06.41), and the pole vault featured Dylan Suggs third (11-0) and Damien Moreno fifth (10-6). John Hockman earned third in the javelin (135-00), and Andrew Woolen took third in discus (127-08) and fourth in shot put (38-10). Yadie Torrado also finished fourth in the 300m hurdles (43.55) and fifth in triple jump (39-10), with Tristan Bowman sixth in triple jump (39-5). Other notable results included Zachary Swayzee sixth in the 3200m (10:58.59), Jordan Allen eighth in the 200m (24.07), Rylan Maroon eighth in the 1600m (5:06.05), Ryley Sandoval ninth in the 400m (55.57), and Asher Nicholas ninth in long jump (17-11.5).

In relays, the boys dominated with first-place finishes in the 4x400 (Tristan Bowman, Nathan Cereceres, Julian Benitez, Matthew Snyder - 3:24.88) and 1600 Sprint Medley (Nathan Cereceres, Julian Benitez, Tristan Bowman, Matthew Snyder - 3:37.92). They took second in the 4x100 (Atticus Perez, Nathan Cereceres, Julian Benitez, Tristan Bowman - 42.62) and 4x800 (Julorian Jordan, Kamdon Gonzales, Brayden Moncada, Hayden Miller - 9:08.09), plus third in the 4x200 (Keaton Orona, Will Bynum, Bryson Bloom, Nate Best - 1:34.48). The 4x400 and 1600 Sprint Medley relays qualified for state.

On the girls side, Elizabeth Farmer won the 800m (2:28.10), with Addyson Gonzalez sixth (2:37.26). Alynah Simental captured first in the 300m hurdles (50.70) and placed seventh in the 100m hurdles (19.65) and eighth in the 200m (28.83). Simone Pamphile earned second in long jump (15-2.5) and third in the 100m (13.18). Addyson Gonzalez took third in high jump (4-10), with Breanna Padilla sixth (4-4). Alex Simmons was fourth in the 3200m (13:40.50), Zoey Spataro fourth in the 400m (1:04.60) and ninth in the 1600m (6:27.88). Alana Rankin placed fourth in pole vault (7-0), Analiyah Vaughn fourth in discus (87-07), Nyah Bowen seventh in javelin (85-07), Teagan Green ninth in triple jump (28-11.5), and Hannah Hawkins 12th in shot put (25-4).

The girls relays were a highlight, with firsts in the 4x400 (Sydney Hunter, Elizabeth Farmer, Simone Pamphile, Breanna Padilla - 4:06.70) and 4x200 (Audrey Alaniz, Sydney Hunter, Raquelle French, Marielena Colorado - 1:47.62). They grabbed second in the 4x100 (Audrey Alaniz, Sydney Hunter, Addyson Gonzalez, Breanna Padilla - 51.46), fourth in the 1600 Sprint Medley (Raquelle French, Hunter Noa, Addyson Gonzalez, Alex Simmons - 4:53.50), and fourth in the 4x800 (Emma Quidley, Zoey Spataro, Aurora Van Beusichem, Genesis Sayas - 11:47.63). The 4x400 relay qualified for state.

These results position Alamogordo well as the season progresses. Full meet results are available at nm.milesplit.com.

Looking ahead to the state level, last year’s 2025 NMAA 5A State Championships saw strong competition. For boys, the top teams were Cleveland (73 points), Organ Mountain (64), and La Cueva (60). For girls, Rio Rancho led with 56 points, followed by Eldorado (52) and La Cueva (46). With the 2026 outdoor season underway, these squads remain favorites, but Alamogordo’s early success suggests they could challenge the leaders.

The Tigers return home to host the Rolla Buck White Sands Invitational this Friday, providing another opportunity to build momentum toward the state meet in May.

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