Pueblo Wrestling Defeats Nogales

November 21, 2012

Pueblo Wrestling traveled to Nogales for a wrestling match. Last year it came to the final match where our heavyweight had to pin his opponent in order for us to win by 1 point, which he did. Two weeks later Nogales returned the favor by beating us soundly at the William Bell Tournament.

We have a young but very promising team this year, so we were confident, but still untested. We also didn’t have our 106 and 113 pounders, who won’t be able to wrestle until this Friday.

Pueblo Warriors Wrestling Team 2012-2013

Right away, the score was 12 to 0 because of the 2 forfeits.  The next match at 120lbs, was Christian Felix, who pinned his opponent in :52 and gave us 6pts. Michael Laborin won his next match by forfeit, tying the team score at 12 to 12. Team Captain Mark Martinez made it 18 to 12-Pueblo, with pin in 1:23. Freshman, Anthony Rivera showed promise, but suffered his 1st defeat, and the score was now tied again at 18 to 18. Seasoned wrestler Ruben Rendon was awarded a forfeit at 145lbs, making the score 24 -18 Pueblo. Senior, Jonathan Valencia then made it 30 to 18 by pinning his opponent with 3 seconds left in the match at the 152lb weight class. Christopher Tequida, who is a first year wrestler and has a lot of potential, faced a state placer and lost in the 2nd period to experience. The score at this point is Pueblo 30, Nogales 24.

With 5 matches remaining and 30 points available for the taking, the outcome was still in doubt. Sophomore Anthony Montiel and 2nd year wrestler, pinned his man in 4:21 seconds to increase Pueblo’s lead to 36 -24. At 182lbs, First year wrestler David Henriquez wrestled to a 10-10 tie, but lost in the overtime period by two points making the score Pueblo 36, Nogales 27.

With 3 matches remaining and two of our wrestlers being first timers there was still a little doubt as to the outcome, but Lawrence Michael pinned his opponent in 3:06! Pueblo 42, Nogales 27. At this point, there was no possible way Nogales could catch us. Sean Berube won at 220lbs by forfeit and Senior Nick Rojas, pinned his man in the 2nd period to arrive at our final score of 54 to 27!

Pueblo Bobcat

Bobcat resting in the tree

At approximately 7:15 a.m. on November 13, 2012, two students spotted a bobcat on our campus near the auditorium construction site.  Administrators quickly contacted Animal Control and School Safety.  School Safety secured the area until Period 2 began and students were in class.

At 9:07 a.m. Pueblo implemented a lock down so that when the bobcat was tranquilized, there would not be any danger to our students.   After three tranquilizer shots and 75 minutes for them to take effect, the bobcat appeared on the roof and fell asleep.    The bobcat was secured in a crate by Animal Control and the lockdown was ended.  Animal Control plans to release the bobcat near the Tortolita Mountains.

In September of 2010, a raccoon visited our campus and now we can add a bobcat to that list.  We assume they want to be Warriors too!

Photos courtesy of Karina Del Campo (Class Of 2015)

Pueblo Opens Newly Remodeled CTE Auto Tech Shop

Career and Technical Education students at Pueblo High School will be using the newly renovated auto shop beginning October 8th. The project was funded by TUSD bond monies and the ground breaking ceremony began July 2012.

Upgrades included: new HVAC, new electrical services, new cement apron, epoxy flooring, paint, three lifts, new restroom, changing area, new compressor, instructor’s post and six industrial garage doors. This remodel makes the Pueblo Auto Shop a premier CTE auto shop facility.

Thanks to Project Manager, James Baker, Vivi Watt, principal, Pueblo administrators, site coordinator, Maria Bicknell, and CTE central directors, Kathy Prather and Chuck McCollum for their leadership.

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Scholar Profile Christian Malena

Christian Malena is a Pueblo Alum from the Class of 2011.  This article appeared in the Arizona Alumni Magazine.

I am a first-generation college student. My father was one of the few on both sides of my family to graduate from high school. My mother only went to school until the 7th grade. Embarking on this new phase of my life, as well as in my family’s life, was both exciting and terrifying. We were entering unknown waters, but we have done it together.

The biggest barrier I faced was fi nances. I am from a typical middle-class family, so I am not eligible for grants and scholarships that are primarily awarded to lowincome families. At the same time, my parents can’t afford to cut me a $20,000 check to pay for tuition and other college expenses each year.

As a scholarship recipient, I truly appreciate my time at the University. I never take this opportunity for granted and being on scholarships encourages me to do my best.

Out of all the applications that the scholarship committee received, they choose to award one of their scholarships to me! The fact that people are willing to invest money in my future gives me confi dence and motivation to succeed.

Scholarships have also provided me with a tremendous support system. Through the UA Hispanic Alumni
scholarship, I have mentors who encourage me and who I can go to with questions. I have had valuable professional networking opportunities, one of which opened doors for me to become a student worker at the UA Alumni Association.

I am humbled by the tremendous blessing I have been given!

Christian Malena Arizona Alumni Magazine

Warriors Serve The Community

Warriors Jahlil Anderson, Dulce Cordova, Enrique Garcia, Vero Robles and Gardenia Tapia represented the Pueblo Team for the United Way-Days of Caring.  The Pueblo Team was joined by United Way Representative, Mike Vogt, and C.E. Rose Principal, Steven Trejo. 

Gardenia Tapia helping out.

 After arriving at school at 7:00 a.m., the team represented Pueblo at the rally at Hi Corbett Field and then proceeded to C.E. Rose to collaborate on breaking ground for the new primary playground.  C.E. Rose is a natural site for our service learning as it is one of our feeder schools.  They are recipients of the fieldwork by Pueblo students from our Education Professions class and our Early Childhood Education class under the excellent instruction of Ms. Bonnie Stull.  

As University of Arizona Baseball Coach Andy Lopez said at the United Way Rally, “everything you do in life is a value statement”.  Today the Pueblo Team showed that we are willing to work to make our extended community a better place for children.

Recent Pueblo Alumni at Work

Sabrina Avitia- Castillo Associates

Sabrina Avitia, Pueblo Alum of the Class of 2011, is Assistant Office Manager, at Castillo Associates, specializing in health and life insurance. Daniel Castillo, President of Castillo Associates, is so impressed with Sabrina’s skills and work ethic, he wants to hire another Pueblo Alum for his expanding business.

Ms. Avitia credits her CTE Tech Apps/Business with her mastery of typing, composing business letters and organization of Excel Spreadsheets. She also says her job shadowing and internship at St. Mary’s Hospital were meaningful opportunities that taught her to interact with the public, skills she uses in her current job.

Jose Santay- Jim Click Nissan

Jose Santay, the poster child for hard work, won the prestigious Jim Click Automotive Scholarship in May 2012. He is now working in the service department of Jim Click Nissan on Automall Drive. As the Scholarship winner, Jose receives $4,000 in free tools and his education is paid for courtesy of Jim Click. After Jose completes his Automotive Certification at Pima, he will continue on to complete his Associates Degree and then his Bachelor’s Degree.

Jose’s supervisor, Jason Davis, said that, “Jose has the attitude and the aptitude to succeed.” Jose gets up at 5:00 a.m. to open the shop at 7:00 a.m. Jose credits his Pueblo experience for where he is today. Endless hours working as Manager for the Basketball Team with Coach Romero, and his internship with Spraymasters Autobody, readied him for work at the professional level.

[Thank you Mr. Ostroff]