In the 22nd annual Greater El Paso Football Showcase All-Star Game, the school was represented by many seniors. The All-Star football game is a showcase of the best-of-the-best athletes to show off their skills one last time while in high school. Members from band, JROTC, and the cheer team were also selected. The game was Dec. 21, at the Sun Bowl.
Each football player is chosen by the coaches in the city. Selections are based on players stats throughout their varsity career. After players are selected and announced their practice schedule is extended.
“It felt good to play two extra weeks of football, not everybody can say they played for the All-Star team,” cornerback Edward Alvarez said. The all-star game is also a great opportunity for players to meet and interact with other players.
“It was a good experience to be able to play with people from other schools,” wide receiver Jacob Robles said.
Playing in the All-Star game is an experience like none other because all of the city is watching.
“It was an honor to play in front of all El Paso at my best at what I love,” defensive end Anthony Rubio said.
A student trainer was also selected to participate in supporting the players with care and treatment for them.
Senior Jessica Thompson was chosen to be a part of the training team for the All-Star game. All the events that take place are made up of senior students. Student trainers are a great benefit to the teams. They help the teams with water, taping, and treatment which can be overwhelming with a small training crew.
The senior cheerleaders participated in the event as well and came up with new cheers and chants for the game. Senior members in Conquerettes and Entrelace also performed at halftime during the game. All seniors must be passing to participate.