New Mexico Sun

News from June 2025


New Mexico United defeats San Antonio FC to secure first place

New Mexico United defeated San Antonio FC with a 4-2 score on Saturday night, securing first place in the Western Conference.


Kalen Ryden of New Mexico United undergoes surgery after injury

New Mexico United's captain and center back, Kalen Ryden, has undergone successful surgery to repair a broken clavicle.


Albuquerque Isotopes introduce closed captioning for in-game announcements

The Albuquerque Isotopes have announced the introduction of closed captioning for in-house announcements at their games held at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.


ESPN's SportsCenter tour features New Mexico on July 2

Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park will represent New Mexico in ESPN's SportsCenter: 50 States in 50 Days tour.


Four NM State athletes earn CSC Academic All-District honors

Following the conclusion of the track season, four athletes from New Mexico State University have been recognized by the College Sports Communicators (CSC) for their academic achievements.


Seven New Mexico players earn spots on Phil Steele's preseason MW team

Seven players from the University of New Mexico have been named to Phil Steele's 2025 Preseason Mountain West Team.


New Mexico athletes and coach honored after strong NCAA Championship performance

New Mexico's track and field program achieved significant recognition following the NCAA Outdoor Championships.


Sen. Sharer on healthcare: ‘We have been fighting to support our state’s vital healthcare providers’

William "Bill" Sharer, the Senate Republican Leader for the New Mexico State Senate, has attributed rising insurance rates and the loss of healthcare providers in New Mexico to trial lawyers and Democrat-aligned groups.


NMSSA Executive Director on concealed carry: ‘Our right to keep and bear arms does not end at the New Mexico state line’

Anthony Segura, Executive Director of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA), has called for Congress to pass National Concealed Carry Reciprocity legislation.


State Rep. Reeb: ‘The Santa Fe Farmers Market turned their backs on every young girl in this state’

Andrea Reeb, a State Representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, expressed concern over the Santa Fe Farmers Market's decision to cancel a Title IX celebration event.


Fredd Young on his path to the NFL: ‘They challenge you and you have to step up or step back and get out’

Fredd Young, a former American football player, expressed his honor at being part of New Mexico's sports history during an interview on ESPN Radio 101.7's "TEAM TALK."


Paralympic gold medalist on her journey: ‘I was an athlete from the beginning, and when I got paralyzed, that part of me didn’t’

Alana Nichols, a Paralympic athlete and inductee into the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame, discussed her enduring identity as an athlete despite experiencing paralysis at age 17.


New Mexico United defeats San Antonio FC with two stoppage-time goals

New Mexico United secured a 4-2 victory over San Antonio FC with two stoppage-time goals after the visitors were reduced to 10 men.


NFL player Michael Sinclair on football journey and life lessons: ‘Greatness is really about the simple things’

Michael Sinclair, a former NFL defensive end and 2024 New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame inductee, discussed his football journey during an interview on ESPN Radio 101.7's "TEAM TALK."


Sportfive President on career journey from New Mexico to global sports: ‘The sky is the limit unless you put limits on yourself’

Steve Loy, Co-President of SPORTFIVE, discussed his journey in the sports industry during an interview on ESPN Radio 101.7's "TEAM TALK."


Corey Roybal appointed director of Adult Protective Services

SANTA FE – The Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has announced the appointment of Corey Roybal as the new Director of Adult Protective Services (APS).



Corey Roybal appointed director of Adult Protective Services in New Mexico

Corey Roybal has been appointed as the new director of Adult Protective Services (APS) in New Mexico.


New Mexico plugs 700 inactive oil and gas wells amid fiscal concerns

The State Land Office in New Mexico has made significant progress in its efforts to address the issue of abandoned oil and gas wells on state lands.


New Mexico DOT issues monsoon road safety guidelines

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is collaborating with the National Weather Service to address the challenges posed by the monsoon season.