New Mexico High School Basketball - Volcano Vista tops Rio Rancho
January 26, 2023: Albuquerque, NM 87114 Fans at Thursday's league challenge between the Volcano Vista Hawks (Albuquerque, NM) and the visiting Rio Rancho Rams (Rio Rancho, NM), saw Volcano Vista's basketball squad knock off Rio Rancho by a tally of 49-41.
With the victory, Volcano Vista improves its record to 18-3 on the campaign. The Hawks travel to Atrisco Heritage Academy (Albuquerque, NM) to play the Jaguars in a 5A District 1 challenge on Wednesday, February 1. The Jaguars come into the challenge with a record of 8-11. Atrisco Heritage Academy lost 60-47 in their recent non-league challenge against West Mesa (Albuquerque, NM)
Next up, the Rams play the Los Alamos Hilltoppers (Los Alamos, NM) in a non-league challenge, on Monday, January 30. Rio Rancho will attempt to improve on its 10-10 season record. The Hilltoppers come into the challenge with a 12-6 record after their 62-44 league win over Taos (Taos, NM).