Spring sports are in full swing in Eddy County, with Carlsbad High School hosting the Cavemen Classic baseball tournament and the Cavegirls starting their season at the Southern New Mexico Invitational. Meanwhile, Artesia High School is gearing up for the state basketball tournament in Albuquerque.

By the Numbers
  • The Cavemen baseball team faces El Paso Jefferson at 4:30 p.m. Thursday at Carlsbad High School and the tournament concludes on Saturday at the same time.
  • Carlsbad Cavegirls start their 2024 campaign against Deming at 1 p.m. Friday in Las Cruces.
  • Artesia High School's basketball team, the No. 3 seed, will compete in the 4A state tournament quarterfinals against Deming at 8 a.m. Tuesday at University Arena in Albuquerque.
State of Play
  • Carlsbad High School hosts the Claire Higgins Family Invitational for Cavemen and Cavegirls baseball on Friday and Saturday.
  • Artesia's track and field teams participate in the Centennial Invitational at 10 a.m. Saturday in Las Cruces.
What's Next

The action continues with the Bulldogs facing Rio Rancho Cleveland in the Southern New Mexico Invitational and the tennis teams participating in the Claire Higgins Invitational at Carlsbad High School.

Bottom Line

Eddy County schools are immersed in a flurry of sports activities, from baseball tournaments to basketball championships, showcasing the dedication and talent of local athletes.