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El Paso ISD Celebrates Student-Athletes Signing Collegiate Letters of Intent

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Published on June 10, 2025
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In a recent celebration of both brains and brawn, El Paso ISD has highlighted the accomplishments of its student-athletes, many of whom have signed letters of intent with colleges across the nation, readying themselves to take their athletic prowess to the next level while continuing their academic pursuits. El Paso ISD boasted signees from a diverse array of sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball, and more, committed to institutions ranging from local universities to colleges across the country.

Spanning multiple high schools within the district, students like Alfonso Duarte of Andress High School is set to play soccer at West Texas A&M and Ava Martinez of the same school will attend Salem College (NC) as documented by El Paso ISD in their online recognition of these young athletes’ achievements, the district expressed anticipation for the incredible impact these students are poised to make in their upcoming collegiate careers. With the likes of Vaughntel Faleafaga from Austin High School accepting a spot at the New Mexico Military Institute for football and Joy Jackson of Burges High School wrestling her way to Schreiner University, these students embody a commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom, as per El Paso ISD.

Furthermore, the sporting talent in El Paso extends to institutions like Vanderbilt University, where Jayden Leverett of Chapin High School is destined for its basketball courts, and Gonzaga University, which will welcome track and cross-country runner Miles Westbrook from El Paso High School into its fold. The pride within El Paso ISD is palpable, as they showcase the pictures and names of these determined student-athletes on their website, applauding their dedication to their sports and studies.