NMMI Broncos head into RAT Week as 2002 prep ends
New Mexico Military Institute Bronchos under coach John O Mera wrap RAT Week, the brutal first week when older cadets push freshmen. With 61 returning players and 61 hopefuls, the team aims to rebound from a 3 7 season, opening Aug 31 at Ranger College.
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Coach O’Mera Leads Cadets Into Western States Football
Coach John O’Mera enters his fifth season guiding the football cadets who went 3-7 last year in the Western States Football League missing the playoffs. 61 players including 4 freshman quarterbacks vie to replace Smith with Eddie Abreu, Kevin Reese, Stan Montoya and Travis Gaines competing.
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New Mexico Military Institute Colts eye 3A title run 2002
NMMI aims for the 3A blue trophy after district play begins with Grants High. Coach Dwight Burns enters his 12th season with 5 returning starters on offense and a large influx of 32 newcomers. The 4-3A slate features Lovington Ruidoso and Portales, with the top two in district earning a state playoff path.
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NMMI Colts End Playoff Quest Long After 1965
Dwight Burns recalls 2002 season as the NMMI Colts football team failed to reach the playoffs. Despite a .639 career win percentage, the program last made state playoffs in 1965, when District 4-3A crowned a title contender that fell 33–0 in the 3A final against Deming.
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