Spring Break Hours
8 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday
Wellness Center/Weight-Room Hours
Wellness Center: (Monday-Thursday) 8:00AM-8:00PM - Open Gym/Basketball Practice: 8:00PM-10:00PM
Weight-Room: (Monday-Thursday) 8:00AM-10:00PM
Friday: 8:00AM-5:00PM
Weekend Hours (Saturday-Sunday): 12:00PM-8:00PM
Time may change for Archery Practice!
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
GO SKYHAWKS!
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
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The NTU Co-ed Cross Country team is a part of U.S. Collegiate Athletics Association (USCAA). 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 the surrounding Crownpoint community. Past NTU Skyhawk runners were able to travel from local collegiate races all the way into places like New York for national competitions.
Apply now to NTU and become a Skyhawk today! Join Navajo Technical University’s Cross Country Team!
Contact
Leonard Lee, Head Cross Country Coach
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505.406.2346
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NTU’s rodeo program is a member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA). The rodeo sports program provides students with the opportunity to embrace New Mexico’s rugged landscape and compete in various rodeo competitions. Student athletes learn to work as one team with their livestock and team members to represent Navajo Technical University with their dedication and horsemanship skills.
Apply now to NTU and become a Skyhawk today! Join Navajo Technical University’s Rodeo Team!
Contact
Nicole Pino, Head Rodeo Coach
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Phone: 505.387.7385 ex1029
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Student Athlete Forms - Rodeo
Spring Schedule
Spring 2024 Rodeo Schedule
Coach Bio
Name: Nicole Pino
Clans: Bitahni, Toheedlinii, TsiDooliish, Chishi
Hometown: Crownpoint, NM
Job Titles: NTU Head Rodeo Coach for the past 6 years & NTU COVID-19 Education Specialist for the past 2 years.
Education: 1st aid & CPR Certified, Hunter Education Certified, Trained in COVID-safe Practices, Trained in John Hopkins Contact Tracing, Certificate in Welding, Associates of Applied Science in Pre-Veterinary Technician, Bachelor of Science in Animal Science.
Hobbies: Rodeo, Training horses, Youth horsemanship, Ranching, Stock contracting, Fishing, Hunting, Camping, Archery, Welding, Composting, Gardening, Cooking, Baking, Salsa making, Sewing, Playing cards & board games.
Job Titles Held: NTU Extension Agent, NTU Greenhouse Manager, NTU Community Garden Manager, APHIS-USDA Animal Health Technician, NTU Veterinarian Technician, Cedar Animal Hospital Vet Tech, Navajo Nation Extension Agent, NMSU Field Researcher. 2022 College National Finals Rodeo, Casper Wyoming
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NTU’s Co-ed Volleyball teams are part of the intramural sports programs at Navajo Tech. Student athletes participate in the annual AIHEC volleyball competitions nationally with other tribal colleges across the United States. This past March, the volleyball team took first place at the latest AIHEC volleyball tournament and walked away with the championship title.
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The Women's Basketball team is part of the USCAA (small colleges) (https://www.theuscaa.com/landing/index). These student athletes are dedicated and committed to compete at the collegiate year level and live an active lifestyle. The Collegiate program at NTU strives to provide students a positive platform to play college basketball while receiving a strong education to meet the country's workforce demands. Each year the team plans to compete in the USCAA National Tourney in Richmond, VA.
For more information about NTU’s intramural sports programs contact George LaFrance by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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Student Athlete Forms - Basketball
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Schedule
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.
Skyhawks
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.