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Valencia High School senior Adriano Ortiz has signed a letter of intent to play football at the University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, Kan.
Ortiz, who will play safety at the NAIA school, connected with the Spires coach on Twitter.
“We started talking and we went to visit — it’s really awesome,” Ortiz said. “I think I’m ready to spread my wings a little bit.” Ortiz will study business with hopes of someday running his own construction and real estate company.
Mike Powers spent more than 40 years as a television news and sports anchor, mostly in the Albuquerque market. He has won numerous awards including New Mexico Sportscaster of the Year. He covers a wide range of sports, including the Valencia County prep scene.
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May 2, 2024
