Player of the Year and Coaches Honored
The El Paso Times unveiled its 2026 All-City boys soccer team, spotlighting the region’s top talent from the 2025-26 high school season.
Sebastian Morales Manzur of Hanks earned Player of the Year honors after a prolific campaign that produced 42 goals and six assists, cementing his status as the area’s most lethal finisher.
Coaches Daniel Murillo of Burges and Jair Olivares of Americas were recognized as Coaches of the Year, with Murillo guiding Burges to the Class 5A, Division 2 final in his debut season and Olivares leading Americas to the state Final Four in Class 5A, Division 1.
Other standout performers included Mathias Loya, who contributed 18 goals and 13 assists for Americas, and Alexis Martinez, a key figure in a formidable defensive unit that earned Class 5A All-State Tournament honors.
David Martinez was named overall MVP of District 1-6A, helping Coronado advance deep into the Class 6A playoffs, while Cesar Alva of Bowie recorded 38 goals and 21 assists, underscoring his all-around impact.
Midfielders Octavio Ornelas of Eastlake and Adrian Perez of Pebble Hills added 24 and 13 goals respectively, complemented by 18 assists for Perez, while Alan Franco of Bel Air captured Offensive Most Outstanding Player in District 2-5A and propelled his team to two playoff victories.
The selections reflect a deep pool of talent across the region, promising an exciting future for high school soccer in El Paso as these athletes continue to develop and inspire.