New Mexico
Las Cruces basketball star “Deuce” Benjamin Jr. announces commitment to New Mexico State
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KTSM) – Las Cruces Excessive College level guard, William “Deuce” Benjamin Jr. introduced the place he could be taking part in basketball on the subsequent degree at Saturday night.
“Deuce” Benjamin Jr. might be sporting the crimson purple and white uniforms as he introduced his dedication to New Mexico State College on social media.
Benjamin Jr. was a goal for brand spanking new NM State males’s basketball head coach Greg Heiar. The Las Cruces Solar-Information reported last weekend that Heiar had made contact with the Las Cruces Excessive College star. A supply near the scenario confirmed Heiar’s curiosity in Benjamin on Monday.
Benjamin Jr. was one of many prime gamers at the highschool degree within the state of New Mexico.
In his junior 12 months, Benjamin Jr., was named the 2020-21 Gatorade New Mexico Boys Basketball Participant of the Yr which was introduced by the New Mexico Actions Affiliation (NMAA).
In his senior 12 months, the 6-foot-1 guard averaged 25.3 factors, 6.9 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per recreation and led the Bulldawgs to a 31-1 document on the 12 months.
The one loss on the season got here in final season’s NMAA boys’ basketball 5A championship recreation in opposition to Volcano Vista, the place the Bulldawgs fell 66-55 in an time beyond regulation thriller.
Now, “Deuce” might be on the similar program his father and former head coach, William Benjamin Sr., performed for within the late Eighties and early Nineties.
Benjamin Sr. was a part of the Aggies’ greatest squads within the nation again then. Via his tenure with New Mexico State, Benjamin led NM State to a 95-30 total mark which included a 55-17 mark in Large West motion.
Benjamin Sr. went to at least one NIT (1989) and a trio of NCAA Tournaments (1990, 1991 and 1992) throughout his time with the Aggies’.
He was an important defensive participant for NM State so by the point his profession got here to an finish his 209 steals had been probably the most by any Aggie within the historical past of this system. That was a document that stood till 2012 when Hernst Laroche broke it with 216 profession steals. Proper now, Benjamin Sr. is ranked third in profession steals in Aggie historical past.
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Ruidoso’s Water Park Ready to Kick Off Summer with a Splash
Good news for those looking to beat the heat this summer, a unique floating water park is just a short drive away in Ruidoso, New Mexico!
Ruidoso is already among the favorite nearby spots for El Pasoans to cool off from the desert heat, but did you know it is also home to this unique water attraction?
The Ruidoso Parks and Recreation department just announced that Wibit will make a return his summer to Grindstone Lake! And the update they shared will have you thinking of spending your entire summer there!
Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake is an inflatable platform made up of giant slides, towers, trampolines, ramps, and wiggle bridges. Adventurous kids of all ages can bounce, slide, climb, jump and splash in the water.
Wibit Water Parks are typically found in tourist destinations, public beaches, resorts, and aquatic centers, offering a fun and interactive experience for visitors of all ages. They are designed to be safe, with rigorous safety standards and supervision often provided by trained lifeguards.
Ruidoso is situated in the south-central part of New Mexico, nestled in the Lincoln National Forest. The area is characterized by its alpine environment, with lush forests, clear streams, and impressive mountain views. The elevation ranges from 6,920 feet in the village to over 12,000 feet at the peak of Sierra Blanca, which provides a cool climate and ample opportunities for outdoor activities. You can get more info, and find out about more summer activities in Ruidoso, here.
10 Tourist Traps to Avoid in New Mexico
Are you visiting New Mexico for the first time or simply exploring the state you call home? Either way, you probably will want to avoid thee tourist traps:
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New Mexico
Stay Safe: Don't Breathe Too Deeply in These Cities in Texas, New Mexico, & Arizona
It doesn’t matter if you travel to Texas, New Mexico OR Arizona, all 3 states have problems with air pollution. Some cities have more issues than others, but which ones are the worst when it comes to air pollution? Well, we know exactly which ones to be extra careful when outside.
Which cities have the highest amount of air pollution in Texas, New Mexico & Arizona?
In a recent study by the American Lung Association (ALA), they went to over 200 different cities in the entire United States. Each city was ranked based on the average of days with high ozone, how many particles of pollution were in the air for a single day & all year round.
They found that while 1 city from Arizona made their rankings, Phoenix ranked high in ALL 3 lists. There were 2 major cities from New Mexico & a whopping 5 cities from Texas found on their ozone list; one actually made 2 lists of theirs (that honor goes to Houston).
Granted they weren’t THE worst cities according to the ALA; those honors all go to various cities in California like Bakersfield & Los Angeles. But it IS clear that if you live or travel in Texas, New Mexico or Arizona, you’ll want to be extra careful because the air can be quite tainted with pollution.
If you want to see which cities ranked amongst the worst, we did the research for you so you can find out which ones made the cut. I’m hoping some of these cities WON’T
LOOK: Texas, New Mexico & Arizona Cities With the Worst Air Pollution
Gallery Credit: Daniel Paulus
The Top Causes of Death in New Mexico
Death isn’t something most people want to ponder over for long periods of time. Regardless, it is something that will happen to everyone one day. These are the top 10 causes of death in New Mexico.
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