The Eastwood Troopers captured the Region 19 Flag Football Championship on Saturday, shutting out the El Dorado Aztecs 26‑0. The victory marks the second consecutive year that the Trojans have dominated the league, underscoring the rapid growth of the sport in the El Paso area.
Rising popularity of flag football in El Paso
The tournament featured 38 high schools divided into two brackets named after the Houston Texans and the Dallas Cowboys. In the Texans bracket, Eastwood edged out Americas 12‑6 to claim the Texans Championship, while in the Cowboys bracket El Dorado routed Parkland 14‑0 for the Cowboys Championship. Both teams now stand as the region’s representatives heading to the first ever state finals.
The state championships will be held at the University of North Texas, where the Trojans and Aztecs will meet a new level of competition. Organizers say the event represents a milestone for youth sports in West Texas, offering a pathway for players to showcase their talents on a larger stage.