Questa High School hosted the third annual ‘Pride of the Q’ cheer competition Saturday, Dec. 20 at the school’s Mini Pit, drawing a packed crowd and teams from across northern and central New Mexico.

The NMAA-sanctioned event was coordinated and hosted by coaches Maria Media and Angel Media along with the Questa High School co-ed cheer team.

Participating teams included the Española Valley Sundevils, Pojoaque Elks, Belen Eagles, Thoreau Hawks, Cuba Rams, Taos Extreme and the Questa Mini Wildcats.

In the competition results, Española Valley earned first place in A-4A Game Day, while the Questa Wildcats took first A-4A All Girl Game Day. Belen captured first place in A-4A Co-ed Cheer with Music, and Thoreau won A-4A All Girl Cheer with Music.

Wildcat cheer coaches and athletes expressed appreciation to the many parents and community members who volunteered to help make the competition a success. Volunteers included Pam and JR Rael, Jacqui Ortega, AnnMarie and Juan Arguello, ValerieAnn Vigil, Raynelle Sanchez, Michael Cordova, Marina Garcia, Feliz Ortega, Nicole Smith, Cassandra Cardenas, Kalena Trujillo, Julian Rivera and Jonathan Rivera. Dwayne Ortega served as the event’s DJ.

Additional support came from Questa FFA, which provided the awards plaques, and Vigil Photography, which donated the Grand Champion banner. The Class of 2027 operated the concession stand, James Vigil managed facilities, and the LOR Foundation provided pizzas for participants.

Organizers said the annual competition continues to grow, showcasing athleticism, school spirit and community support for cheer programs across the state.