The Alamo Navajo Cougars’ football game against the School of the Deaf (ALBQ) was canceled due to their opponents taking a “back road” and heavy rain. It turns out it’s best to make the trip via Socorro and Magdalena.

The El Defensor Chieftain took the opportunity to speak with second-year coach Wyatt Billy about this year’s team and the COVID pandemic’s continuing effect on his football team. Check out the full story in our Sept 29 edition.