Cross Country
At the Albuquerque Metro Championships on Saturday, the St. Pius X girls made a strong showing. Brooke Kelly finished in the top 10, clocking in at 20:51 and placing 7th overall. This performance highlighted a strong week for the Sartans' runners.
The boys' team delivered a historic performance, finishing 4th—marking the best-ever finish for the Sartans at the Metro Championships. Led by Senior Liam Chavez, who placed 17th with a time of 17:41, the top five boys were tightly grouped, separated by just 10 places and 33 seconds.
The St. Pius X Cross Country team had a special guest at their pre-Metro Championship dinner this past week — Olympian Josh Kerr (pictured below)! The middle-distance runner, who brought home a bronze medal for Great Britain in the 1500m at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, took time to meet with the team and share words of encouragement ahead of their big race.
Having an Olympian like Josh Kerr share his time and experiences was a memorable moment for the athletes, and one that surely sparked extra motivation for the remainder of the season.
Varsity Football
In a commanding display of skill and teamwork, St. Pius X secured a 35-21 victory over Albuquerque Academy, fueled by standout performances from several key players. Hershul Olloway Jr. dominated the ground game with an impressive 257 rushing yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his ability to break tackles and find the end zone. Quarterback Isaiah Carpenter complemented Olloway's efforts by throwing for 183 yards and adding a touchdown pass to the mix, while Cayl Cox-Liggins emerged as a reliable target, racking up 107 receiving yards. The Sartans are now 4-2 overall, and 2-0 in district play setting up a road game against Portales on Friday, October 11th.
Varsity Volleyball
The Varsity Volleyball team dominated the Goddard High School Invitational Tournament in Roswell, NM. Across two days, the Sartans remained undefeated, finishing first in pool play and securing the tournament championship. They swept all their opponents, including Goddard, St. Michael’s, Albuquerque Academy, Portales, and Artesia, without dropping a single set. Their flawless victory in the championship match against the St. Michael’s Horsemen capped off a stellar week. The team is now 9-3 overall opening district play on Tuesday at Belen.
Varsity Boys Soccer
The Varsity Boys Soccer team was impressive in their 4-0 victory over Valencia. Goals were scored by Ethan Wright, Nico Reyes, Diego Herrera, and Kenneth Calderon. The team shared the ball well, with assists from Konnor Bogart, Julian Lovato, Noah Devany, Anthony Gustamantes, and Landon Mileshosky. The Sartans' defense held firm, securing a clean sheet for the game. The team is now 10-3 overall, 3-0 in district.
Varsity Girls Soccer
In an overwhelming 10-0 victory at home against Valencia, the Varsity Girls Soccer team put on a clinic. Maddilyn Garcia led the charge with four goals and one assist, while Carina Suarez added two goals and four assists. Additional goals came from Bella Bustamante, Zia Valdez, Vanessa Cichy, and Izabella Cotinola, with excellent teamwork across the board. Dominica Lujan also contributed with an assist. The win highlighted the team’s offensive firepower and cohesion. The team is now 6-7 overall, 3-0 in district.
C-Team and JV Highlights
- The C-Team Boys Soccer team enjoyed a thrilling 7-3 win against Santa Fe Prep on Monday, while the JV Boys Soccer team also dominated Valencia with a 10-0 victory.
- On the volleyball front, the C-Team Volleyball and JV Volleyball teams both came out victorious in their matches against Albuquerque Academy on Tuesday. The JV team continued their winning streak with a solid performance.
Middle School Teams
The middle school athletes had a strong week as well:
- Middle School Volleyball: The 8th-grade volleyball team secured victories against Valencia and Albuquerque Academy, with several wins piling up across the week.
- Middle School Soccer: The co-ed soccer team earned a 3-1 victory over Albuquerque Academy, continuing their excellent form this season.
- Middle School Cross Country: Competing at the Academy meet on Wednesday, the young athletes demonstrated great determination.
- Middle School Tennis: The team competed in a tournament at Albuquerque Academy.
Picture: Co-ed Middle School Soccer
Picture: Middle School Tennis
Picture: Middle School Cross Country
Picture: Middle School Cross Country
Overall, the week saw the St. Pius X Sartans excel across the board, displaying athletic skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Congratulations to all teams and athletes on their achievements!
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