Cotulla High School

A team of 12 Cotulla Cowboy powerlifters competed at the Natalia Last Qualifying Powerlifting Meet, where more than 60 lifters from various schools battled for final qualifying spots. The Cowboys powered through and earned an impressive 2nd Place Team Finish! 👏🏆

Throughout the regular season, the Cowboys competed in four meets and brought home three 1st Place Team titles, a testament to the standard they’ve built and the work they’ve put in week after week. All season long, our Cowboys have shown discipline and determination for strength by attacking the barbell, overcoming challenges, and representing Cotulla with pride.

The coaching staff is incredibly proud of the commitment and competitive spirit these young men have demonstrated throughout the season.

Congratulations to all of our Cowboys as they close out the regular season. We now await Regional qualifying results and look forward to what’s next! 💪

The following athletes placed in their respective weight classes at the final qualifying meet:

132 lb:
Emiliano Serna - 1st Place (900 lb total)
Royce Garcia - 2nd Place (825 lb total)
Emmanuel Lopez - 3rd Place (785 lb total)

181 lb:
Eduardo Ortega - 2nd Place (1365 lb total)
Ryan Garcia - 5th Place (775 lb total)

198 lb:
Ephraim Lopez - 2nd Place (1355 lb total)

220 lb:
Rey Gonzalez - 4th Place (1160 lb total)

242 lb:
Omar Chapa - 3rd Place (1075 lb total)

308 lb:
Johnny Chavera - 3rd Place (1270 lb total)

SHW:
Jorge Martinez - 1st Place (1590 lb total)
Anival Ramon - 3rd Place (1135 lb total)

🌟 CHS Juniors Selected for Texas Bluebonnet Girls State! 🌟
Cotulla High School is proud to announce that Zuriana Cruz and Sapphira Navejar have been accepted to participate in the prestigious American Legion Auxiliary Texas Bluebonnet Girls State!
This incredible honor recognizes outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to service. Zuriana and Sapphira were nominated by CHS and are proudly sponsored by American Legion Reuben Willson Post #409. They will attend this transformative leadership experience at Texas Lutheran University from June 14–20, 2026.
⭐ Sapphira Navejar
Sapphira is a dedicated member of the Mighty Cowboy Band, National Honor Society, UIL One Act Play, Student Council, and serves as Art Club Vice-President. She is also a UT GeoFORCE participant and a dual enrollment student at Southwest Texas College in Uvalde, Texas. Sapphira is the daughter of Jesus Navejar and Veronica Martinez.
⭐ Zuriana Cruz
Zuriana is actively involved in Mighty Cowboy Band, National Honor Society, Student Council, UIL One Act Play, UIL Academics, and serves as a Student Athletic Trainer. She is also a UT GeoFORCE participant, manager for the Cowboys Baseball Team and Cowgirls Softball Team, and a dual enrollment student at Southwest Texas College in Uvalde, Texas. She will graduate in May 2027 with her Patient Care Technician certification. Zuriana is the daughter of Jacinta Cruz.
We are especially proud that this is the first group of Cotulla High School students to attend Girls State! 💙🤍
Congratulations, Zuriana and Sapphira! Your hard work, leadership, and dedication truly represent the best of Cotulla High School. The future is bright! ✨Pictured left to right: Sapphira Navejar, Zuriana Cruz.

A team of 12 Cotulla Cowboy powerlifters competed at the Natalia Last Qualifying Powerlifting Meet, where more than 60 lifters from various schools battled for final qualifying spots. Even with only half of our full roster competing, the Cowboys powered through and earned an impressive 2nd Place Team Finish! 👏🏆

Throughout the regular season, the Cowboys competed in four meets and brought home three 1st Place Team titles, a testament to the standard they’ve built and the work they’ve put in week after week. This group has dominated the competition in our area, setting the tone in the weight room long before they ever step onto the platform. All season long, our Cowboys have shown discipline and determination for strength by attacking the barbell, overcoming challenges, and representing Cotulla with pride.

The coaching staff is incredibly proud of the commitment and competitive spirit these young men have demonstrated throughout the season.

Congratulations to all of our Cowboys as they close out the regular season. We now await Regional qualifying results and look forward to what’s next! 💪

The following athletes placed in their respective weight classes at the final qualifying meet:

132 lb:
Emiliano Serna - 1st Place (900 lb total)
Royce Garcia - 2nd Place (825 lb total)
Emmanuel Lopez - 3rd Place (785 lb total)

181 lb:
Eduardo Ortega - 2nd Place (1365 lb total)
Ryan Garcia - 5th Place (775 lb total)

198 lb:
Ephraim Lopez - 2nd Place (1355 lb total)

220 lb:
Rey Gonzalez - 4th Place (1160 lb total)

242 lb:
Omar Chapa - 3rd Place (1075 lb total)

308 lb:
Johnny Chavera - 3rd Place (1270 lb total)

SHW:
Jorge Martinez - 1st Place (1590 lb total)
Anival Ramon - 3rd Place (1135 lb total)

🥎 It's Tournament time for the Cowgirls!
They are headed to the Brenda Marshall Bayfront Bash Feb. 26–28 in Corpus Christi, TX.

🎟️ 1 day and 3 day passes are available to purchase online:

1 Day: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/corpuschristiisd/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D

3 Day: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/corpuschristiisd/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D

Raider Ready: Alejandro Coronado Magana Headed to Texas Tech University! ⚫🔴

Congratulations to Cotulla High School Senior Alejandro Coronado Magana on his admission to Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas for Fall 2026! Alejandro will major in Mechanical Engineering as he begins his journey in Raiderland.

A true leader and scholar, Alejandro is a 4-year member of the Mighty Cowboy Band, serving as MCB Drum Major, and a dedicated 4-year member of Mariachi Cotuleño. His leadership extends beyond music as the National Honor Society Parliamentarian, an active Student Council member, FFA member, and a UIL Academics competitor.

Alejandro’s hard work in the classroom has truly set him apart. Through dual enrollment with Southwest Texas College in Uvalde, Texas, he will graduate with at least 18 academic college semester hours and 24 technical college hours, along with earning his Welding Certification in May 2026.

Alejandro embodies dedication, talent, and leadership. Cotulla High School is incredibly proud of you and all you have accomplished. Your future in engineering is bright — Wreck ’Em Alejandro! 🎓🔧✨

The Cotulla Cowgirl Powerlifting Team is headed to Regionals with 19 Cowgirls in total! 💪

The following athletes have officially qualified in their respective weight classes for the Region V, 3A Division II Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting Association (THSWPA) Regional Meet.

We are proud of every single one of these athletes who have put in the work for this season. Now it’s their time to step onto a bigger stage and represent Cotulla with the strength and confidence of a Cowgirl.

Let’s pack the arena in Cowgirl maroon and gold. Regionals, we’re coming! 🔥

The meet will be held at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, TX on Thursday, March 5 at 8:00 AM. We hope to see you there!

🔬 The 2026 LaSalle County Fair Association Science Fair is almost here!

Important dates and times are coming up, please see the flyer for details. 🧪✨

The Cowboys are headed to the Bi-District Championship! 🏀🏆

Join us Today at 3PM on Main Street for a community send-off!
Bring your posters, honk your horns, and let’s send them off loud and proud!

From CHS to UIW — Wyatt Almendarez is Headed to San Antonio! ✨🎓

Congratulations to Cotulla High School Senior Wyatt Almendarez on his acceptance to the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas for Fall 2026! Wyatt plans to major in Fashion Design and Marketing, where he will combine creativity and business to pursue his passion in the fashion industry.

Wyatt is currently a dual enrollment student at Southwest Texas College, majoring as a Patient Care Technician. He will graduate in May 2026 earning his Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and Electrocardiogram (EKG) certifications.

In addition to his academic success, Wyatt is an active member of the Cotulla High School Student Council and works as a lifeguard at the La Salle County Martinez Sports Complex.

Congratulations, Wyatt! Your Cowboy family is cheering you on as you take this exciting next step!