In an effort to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 among student-athletes and athletics personnel (including coaches, equipment managers, etc.), as student-athletes return to campus to participate in individual workouts, group/team activities, and team competitions; the Navajo Technical University Athletics Department has established the following re-entry plan for intercollegiate athletics: Athletic Department Re-Entry Plan
NTU Wellness Center is very concerned with the health, safety and well-being of the students and staff. For this reason the wellness center will reopen with limited usage. The center is following the guidelines of the CDC- Center for Disease Control and Prevention, New Mexico Health Department, ACHA – American College Health Association, and the Navajo Nation Executive Orders:
Wellness Center/SUB Re-Entry Plan
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Navajo Technical University believes that a sound program of athletic activities can provide valuable opportunities for developing physical fitness and overall qualities of character and leadership. The athletic program seeks to enhance our athletes through education and competition that will stimulate a lasting positive attitude of discipline, dedication, sportsmanship, integrity, and leadership.
We believe students have a tremendous opportunity to participate in intercollegiate sports and are here to support and help our students achieve their academic and athletics goals.
Navajo Tech is a member of the U.S. Collegiate Athletics Association (USCAA), the U.S. Collegiate Archery Association (USCA), the the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA).
Rodeo
The rodeo sports program provides students with the opportunity to embrace New Mexico’s rugged landscape and compete in various rodeo competitions as well as represent Navajo Technical University with their dedication and horsemanship skills.
Cross Country
Winning competitions has always been a part of Navajo Tech and the cross country team is no exception. Student athletes are able to train on some of the best trails around campus and travel to local and national collegiate races throughout the United States.
Archery
With steady hands and precision, NTU’s archery team is rising to the top of collegiate archery sports! The team strives for each win as they face each opponent to represent NTU to their best abilities through their senses of skill and precision.Featured Articles
NTU Rodeo team prepares to compete at NMSU College Rodeo October 30, 2021
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Las Cruces, NM - Navajo Technical University Rodeo team's second Rodeo of the year starts at the NMSU College Rodeo on October 30 in Las Cruces, NM.
NTU Rodeo athletes on the 2021-2022 roster include returning athletes Matthew Jodie, Kyra Capitan. The team introduces a freshmen group, Kelvin Capitan team roping, Fiona Martinez and LaBelle LaFrance will compete in breakaway roping and goat tying .NTU Rodeo team’s new addition, who have previous college Rodeo experience, are Rooster Yazzie and Hiyo Yazzie who compete in Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, and tie down roping, and Bullrider Milton.
We wish our cowboys and cowgirls safe travels and the best of luck in their respective events. Go Skyhawks!
NTU Cycling Team Pinetop, AZ
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NTU Cycling Team will compete in its first ever Cyclinf race this weekend at the Tour of the white mountain.
This will be exciting to watch our Cycling Team compete.
We know they will give it their best.
Coach A.J. Murphy have been working with our team. The traveling team for this weekend.
Head Coach Cycling Allison J. Murphy
Men team members
Tyson Ramone
Joel Yazzie
Thomas Nimrod
Caleb Chee
Benveno Yazzie
Women team members
Francesca Hubbard
Chelsea Begay
Trudy Yazzie
Wynona Wilson
LaBelle LaFrance
Good luck to our team
NTU Rodeo team prepares to compete at Cochise College Rodeo Sept 25 - 26, 2021
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Douglas AZ - Navajo Technical University Rodeo team's first Rodeo of the year starts at the Cochise College Rodeo on September 25-26 in Douglas Arizona. The Rodeo will gassemble rodeo athletes from colleges and universities who are members of the Grand Canyon Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association.
NTU Rodeo athletes on the 2021-2022 roster include returning athletes Matthew Jodie, Kyra Capitan. The team introduces a freshmen group, Kelvin Capitan team roping, Fiona Martinez and LaBelle LaFrance will compete in breakaway roping and goat tying .NTU Rodeo team’s new addition, who have previous college Rodeo experience, are Rooster Yazzie and Hiyo Yazzie who compete in Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, and tie down roping, and Bullrider Milton James.
"I'm looking forward to this year, this is a pretty good team. All the members have pulled through the junior and high school rodeo ranks. It's time for the college rodeo. They are doing their best right now, which puts them in the best place for the next. The more events they enter, the more points we get and that puts us in good overall school standings. I expect a good outcome from my team this semester.” said NTU Rodeo Coach Nicole Pino.
With the rodeo season off to a promising start the team will also be preparing for the upcoming scheduled rodeos. NTU Rodeo team will be scheduled to compete at Mesalands October 9 & 10, and NSMU on October 30. We wish our cowboys and cowgirls safe travels and the best of luck in their respective events. Go Skyhawks!
Cochise College Rodeo #1 & #2 in Douglas, AZ
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Friday, April 9, 2021
Ladies Breakaway: McKayla Jodie & Kyra Capitan both received no times.
Steerwrestling: 1st place Matthew Jodie threw his steer in 7.1 seconds. Received 145 points.
Team Roping: 5th place Matthew Jodie & Mckayla Jodie with a 10.6. Received 69 points. Kyra Capitan's header missed, and they received no time.
Total points: Mens 214 pts, Womens 69 pts.
Saturday, April 10, 2021
Ladies Breakaway: 15th place McKayla Jodie roped her calf quick, but broke the barrier 12.7 seconds (2.7 plus 10 for breaking the barrier). Kyra Capitan roped her calf but received no time.
Steerwrestling: Split 4th place Matthew Jodie threw his steer in 9.7 seconds. Received 78.5 points.
Team Roping: Matthew Jodie & Mckayla Jodie received a no time. Kyra Capitan's header missed, and they received no time.
Total points: Mens 78.5 pts, Womens 0 pts.
Sunday, April 11, 2021
Ladies Breakaway: McKayla Jodie received a no time. 11th place Kyra Capitan roped her calf in 6.6 seconds. Received no points.
Steerwrestling: Matthew Jodie received a no time.
Team Roping: 14th place Matthew Jodie & Mckayla Jodie roped their steer quick, but Matthew broke the barrier 17.7 seconds (7.7 plus 10 for breaking the barrier). Received no points. Kyra Capitan and her partner received no time.
Total points: Mens 0 pts, Womens 0 pts.
NTU Men's team ended the year in 5th place.
NTU Women's team ended the year in 6th place.
In the Steerwrestling event, Matthew Jodie finished the year in 4th place.
At the end of the year, Top 3 in each event receives a ticket to go to Nationals. In the Steerwrestling, Matthew Jodie, was 94 points away from placing 3rd for the year end. NTU has always come so close on going to Nationals. One little mishap makes a big difference. We got to be ready to win on day 1. There isn't time to get caught up at the next rodeo. 10 rodeos and it's done. This past season we only had 9 rodeos, so it was even that more important to make each rodeo count. We got talented cowboys and cowgirls. We are just glad to compete and represent Navajo Technical University in the Rodeo World. Right now we are looking forward to next season.
NTU Rodeo Team Traveling to Douglas, AZ
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NTU men and women rodeo team are traveling to Douglas, Arizona to compete at the Cochise College Rodeo. There will be three rodeos; one each day, April 9, 10 , and 11, 2021. Good luck to our team.
NTU Rodeo Team Traveling to Grand Canyon Regional College Rodeo in Payson, AZ
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Good luck to our NTU Rodeo Team this weekend. They will be traveling to Payson, AZ to compete in the Grand Canyon Regional College Rodeo, March 26 – 28, 2021.
NTU WELLNESS CENTER HOURS
Fall/Spring Hours:
Monday thru Thursday
8am to 9pm
Court Closed 11AM to 12PM for class
Friday
8AM to 5PM
Fall/Spring Break and Summer Hours:
Monday thru Friday
8AM to 5PM
* Gym Hours are subject to change *
FITNESS
The Fitness Program offers a variety of wellness and fitness classes, advanced level classes, and personal training. Contact us for further information.
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Wellness Center
NTU promotes the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit and would like to provide a center for students, staff, faculty, and the surrounding community to understand, value, and make healthy lifestyle choices.
Court
The Wellness Center gymnasium is equipped with the most recent exercise equipment. The court will be used for NTU’s men and women basketball teams.
Weights
The strength program is designed for an individual to lift weights at their own pace. To complete this program an individual needs to complete 30 hours of work-outs.
Cardio
The cardio program is designed for an individual to walk, jog, run, or cycle at their own pace. To complete this program an individual needs to complete 30 hours of cardio exercise.Collegiate
NTU Athletic Programs aspire to the highest level of intercollegiate competition, sportsmanship, and academic excellence.
Rodeo
The rodeo sports program provides students with the opportunity to embrace New Mexico’s rugged landscape and compete in competitions.
Cross Country
At Navajo Tech, the cross country team is able to train on some of the best trails around campus and travel to local and national collegiate races.
Archery
NTU’s archery team is rising to the top of collegiate archery sports! The team strives for each win with skill and precision.Intramural
NTU intramural sports programs are designed to offer fun and safe play, increase individual confidence and competence, develop student leadership, and promote lifelong recreation and fitness.
Mens Basketball
The mens basketball team is part of the intramural sports program at Navajo Tech. Each year the team competes in the AIHEC basketball competition.
Womens Basketball
The women’s basketball team is part of the intramural sports program at Navajo Tech. Each year the team competes in the national AIHEC basketball competition.
Volleyball
NTU’s co-ed Volleyball teams participate in the annual AIHEC competitions nationally with other tribal colleges.
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Skyhawk Athletics
NTU teams have goals to place in their conference, regional, and national championships in a variety of sports. Winning teams have become a tradition at NTU in both men’s and women’s sports. Community support for intercollegiate athletics at NTU has been outstanding. The caliber of coaching, the quality of uniforms and equipment, the training and medical facilities, and the opportunity to play against good competition are superior. NTU Athletic Programs aspire to the highest level of intercollegiate competition, sportsmanship and academic excellence through the University mission.