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Albuquerque High School Releases Fall Athletics Schedule and Physical Deadlines

Coaches and participation rules appear on the district athletics site as students prepare for the coming seasons.

By Albuquerque Sport Desk · Published July 18, 2026

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Albuquerque High School athletes must complete a fresh sports physical dated after April 1, 2025, before they can suit up for the 2025-26 school year.

The timing matters because several fall teams begin practices in early August. Families in Albuquerque need the updated paperwork in place before those first sessions to avoid delays on the field or court.

The requirement applies directly at Albuquerque High, where the UNM School Based Health Center offers the exams at no charge to students. Athletic Director Greg Villareal oversees the process through the school’s athletics office.

The athletics website lists specific start dates and head coaches for each sport. Football begins August 4, 2025, under Desmond Anaya. Cross country, boys soccer, girls soccer and volleyball all open August 11, 2025. Golf follows on September 1, 2025. These dates come straight from the posted schedule.

Fall Sports and Coaching Assignments

Cheer and dance also appear on the fall roster with Rory Aragon and Andrew Lovato returning as head coaches. Every program maintains its own contact listed on the site, allowing parents and athletes in Albuquerque to reach the right staff member directly. The Dragonfly platform handles consent forms for all participants.

Tickets, Calendars and Next Steps

Tickets for home contests go on sale through the APS Hometown Ticketing portal. Game schedules and updates live on the Dragonfly athletics calendar. The athletic trainer Estevan Mares remains available at extension 20331 for any medical questions. Families should visit the athletics page at albuquerquehigh.aps.edu/athletics to download the physical flyer and complete Dragonfly registration before the first August start dates.

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