New Mexico
Colorado Springs Switchbacks fall in close battle against New Mexico United
COLORADO SPRINGS — The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC lost a close battle against New Mexico United on Saturday at Weidner Field.
An early goal from New Mexico United proved costly as the Switchbacks were defeated by the final score of 1-0.
The lone goal of the match came in the eighth minute as New Mexico forward Mukwelle Akale beat Switchbacks goalkeeper Christian Herrera to a loose ball and scored.
The Switchbacks made a group of four substitutions early in the second half in an attempt to change their strategy. The following midfielders were brought into the game:
- Aidan Rocha
- Jairo Henriquez
- Yosuke Hanya
New Mexico defender Zico Bailey was kicked out of the match after he received his second yellow card in the 71 minute. It happened after he collided hard with Henriquez. Bailey had received his first yellow card of the match 19 minutes prior.
Bailey being kicked out of the match meant the Switchbacks had a man advantage. Colorado Springs had eight shots in the second half, and held 60.9% possession. However, the Switchbacks were unable to tie the game and time expired.
“Obviously we’re disappointed,” said Switchbacks FC Head Coach James Chambers. “I think in the first half we didn’t play as well as we would’ve liked, we weren’t as aggressive as we should’ve been and we gave up a sloppy goal, and that happens.”
Herrera made three saves in the match. Henriquez, Hanya and forward Matt Mahoney received yellow cards.
The Switchbacks return to action Wednesday as Memphis 901 FC comes to town. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. at Weidner Field.
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SANTA FE, N.M. – Santa Fe County and Edgewood approved a new agreement and ordinance that secures ongoing fire and EMS services for Edgewood residents.
According to a joint announcement from the Town of Edgewood and Santa Fe County on June 19, the two governments negotiated and adopted a new Joint Powers Agreement and ordinance to keep the Santa Fe County Fire Department serving the town.
County and town representatives drafted the agreement together. The town adopted the ordinance unanimously at a special meeting on June 16, putting an end to weeks of uncertainty.
Santa Fe County District 3 Commissioner Camilla Bustamante said, “I believe we are all relieved to know that the people of Edgewood will continue to have the fire and EMS services necessary to protect their homes, their families, and their community. This community deserves nothing less.”
The announcement said the ordinance takes effect five days after final publication. The statement also said no further action or approval is needed to guarantee continued fire suppression, fire prevention, and EMS services for Edgewood residents.
Both governments noted the agreement will continue indefinitely unless either side ends it with five years’ notice.
New Mexico leaders are backing a bipartisan bill after 12 confirmed U.S. screwworm cases, including one case in a Lea County dog.
SANTA FE, N.M. – New Mexico leaders are backing a bipartisan bill after 12 confirmed U.S. screwworm cases, including one case in a Lea County dog.
New Mexico State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Holeck said the parasite has spread to New Mexico, though officials say they have not found any human cases.
“This is also not a political issue this is a nationwide issue that we all need to address because it affects all warm blooded animals including humans,” Holeck said.
U.S. Reps. Gabe Vasquez and Teresa Leger Fernandez support the Protect America’s Herds Act.
The bill would create a grant program to train people to identify, treat, prevent and report screwworm. It would also support more livestock inspections and education for ranchers.
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez said she heard concerns from tribal leaders about the cost of protecting cattle herds.
“I spoke with one of our tribal leaders today and they have cattle operation and they’re worried, and they’re talking about how much more money they’re having to pay to go make sure they check on their herds and there are extra costs,” Leger Fernandez said.
Funding would prioritize states and tribal communities most at risk for screwworm outbreaks.
State health officials said screwworm is not a food safety issue. They also said ranchers should stay alert but not alarmed.
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