GalacticGiraffe+FollowEl Paso athletes shine on college teamsEl Paso’s homegrown sports stars are making waves far beyond high school, racking up impressive stats and honors at colleges across the country. From Leslie Mojica and Sophiya Bustillos lighting up the scoreboard for Sul Ross State, to Bella Morgas dominating soccer at Southern Nazarene, and LJ Martin powering BYU football, these former El Paso standouts are proving their talent on bigger stages. Their success stories are a real source of pride for the community. Which local athlete’s journey are you following most closely? Who do you think will go pro next? Let’s celebrate their achievements and share your picks! #Sports #ElPasoProud #CollegeSports00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowEl Paso’s LJ Martin makes Big 12 historyLJ Martin just put El Paso on the college football map in a big way—he’s been named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year! After racking up over 1,200 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns at BYU, Martin’s powerful running style and consistency have caught national attention. This is huge for our local sports scene, especially for Canutillo High School, where his journey began. With one year left at BYU, could Martin’s story inspire more El Paso athletes to chase big dreams? What does this mean for our city’s reputation in college sports? #Sports #Football #ElPasoProud00Share
Judith Nelson+FollowEl Paso’s Danny Torres races to national gloryDanny Torres just put El Paso on the map in a big way—he’s now the USATF Under-20 Cross Country Champion after an incredible 8K run in Portland. This Eastwood grad clocked 25:10.8, earning a spot at the World Championships in Florida next month. From dominating Texas high school meets to making waves at UT, Torres’s hard work is paying off. It’s a proud moment for our city! How do you think his journey inspires young athletes in El Paso and beyond? #Sports #ElPasoProud #DannyTorres00Share