Football

Jayson Ayze made his family proud last week when he graduated from Shiprock High, but another milestone he passed this year was having the opportunity to play at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys.

Page High football coach Leland Billie and his varsity Sand Devils team are working toward the 3A North championship.

Tillton Begay, an offensive lineman for the Shiprock Chieftains, has signed his letter of intent to play college football for Adams State University, a Division II school in Colorado.

Shiyazh Pete plans to sign his letter of intent today to play football for New Mexico State University, a Division I school. An athlete from Shiprock High, Pete plans to study computer science and programming.

The Cougars had 18 players suited up and they utilized a few off the bench. Shiprock, meanwhile, came into Saturday’s matchup with only 13 players.