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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

Details: Created: 27 September 2022

Good Afternoon Skyhawks,
The NTU Rodeo Team has been representing our school well. We started our season off in Tsaile, AZ and made our way to Douglas, AZ. I am proud of our student athletes. We have 10 students on the rodeo team this year. Out of the 10 students, we have 3 students in the top 10 of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Grand Canyon Region Standings. They are:
Matthew Jodie 3rd in Steerwrestling
Hiyo Yazzie 6th in Tie Down
Hiyo Yazzie 8th in Team Roping
McKayla Jodie 9th in Breakaway
And for the Men's Team, Navajo Technical University is currently in 3rd place overall in our Region. 1st place is Central Arizona College, and 2nd place is New Mexico State University.

DINE College Rodeo Results Sept. 17, 2022
Steerwrestling
4th place Matthew Jodie 88points
Breakaway
4th place McKayla Jodie 88points
Team Roping
6th place Hiyo Yazzie 50points

Cochise College Rodeo Results Sept. 24 & 25, 2022
Steerwrestling
long-go
1st place Matthew Jodie 60points
5th place Hiyo Yazzie 20points
short-go
2nd place Hiyo Yazzie 50points
average
3rd place Hiyo Yazzie 40points
5th place Matthew Jodie 20points
Tie Down
long-go
6th place Hiyo Yazzie 10points
short-go
1st place Hiyo Yazzie 60points
average
1st place Hiyo Yazzie 60points
Team Roping
long-go
4th place Hiyo Yazzie 30points
short-go
6th place Hiyo Yazzie 10points
average
6th place Hiyo Yazzie 10points

*ALL AROUND CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE Hiyo Yazzie
*3rd PLACE MEN'S TEAM Navajo Technical University

Next rodeo: Mesalands in Tucumcari, NM October 7 & 8, 2022
Go Skyhawks!
Coach Pino

NTU Cycling team prepares to compete at Punisher Bike Race April 9, 2022

Details: Created: 08 April 2022

Prescott, AZ - Navajo Technical University Cycling team's second Cycling event of the year at the Punisher Bike Race on April 9, 2022 in Prescott, Az

NTU Cycling athletes on the 2021-2022 roster for the Spring semester includes returning athletes Joel Yazzie, Chelsea Bagey, Shyler Martin, and LaBelle LaFrance.

We wish our athletes safe travels and the best of luck in their respective events. Go Skyhawks!

NTU Rodeo team prepares to compete at Univ of Arizona College Rodeo March 5, 2022

Details: Created: 04 March 2022

Tucson, AZ - Navajo Technical University Rodeo team's second Rodeo of the year starts at the U of A College Rodeo on March 5, 2022 in Tucson, AZ.

NTU Rodeo athletes on the 2021-2022 roster for the Spring semester includes returning athletes Matthew Jodie, Kyra Capitan, LaBelle LaFrance, Rooster Yazzie, Hiyo Yazzie, and Milton James.

We wish our cowboys and cowgirls safe travels and the best of luck in their respective events. Go Skyhawks!

NTU Rodeo team prepares to compete at NMSU College Rodeo October 30, 2021

Details: Created: 29 October 2021

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!

Vegas Shoot 2020 Results

Details: Created: 13 February 2020

Here are the results:
Raylan Tallsalt placed 7th in the Collegiate Bowhunter Division.
Shayna Secody placed 8th in the collegiate women's Bowhunter Division.
Ryan Yazzie placed 6th in the collegiate Barebow Division.

"Overall they did a great job. Our trip was very successful, the students represented NTU archery very good.

Thank you again for your support and having our archery team compete in the 2020 World Archery Shoot." by Coach Martin Perry

I want to add to Coach Perry. This is a team effort. Our student athletes are students first; athlete second. I am proud of our athlete program working hard to get better in the classroom and competing in sports.

NTU Cross Country Nationals Results

Details: Created: 13 November 2019

NTU Women Team placed 7th at nationals
Allayah Reid time 27.21 place 30
Sheylese Tsabetsaye 27.29 place 32
Shalii White 29.35 placed 41
Shade Golden 32.23 placed 54
Hunter Livingston 34.17 placed 59

NTU Men Team placed 10th at nationals
Alwyn Reid time 28.37 placed 29
Joel Yazzie time 31.54 placed 52
Benveno Yazzie time 32.35 placed 57
Loren Tsosie time 33.30 placed 62
Ken Yazzie time 35.14 placed 70

We are proud of our team. We look forward to next year.

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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.

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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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.

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