BVBIA El Paso - NewsBVBIA El Paso - Newshttps://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogsFri, 10 Apr 2026 05:26:48 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[April Birthdays]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/april-birthdays

  • New month, same BVB grit! Happy Birthday to our players celebrating throughout April. We're so proud of the heart you bring to the game. Here’s to a month of fresh opportunities and big wins on the pitch. Celebrate loud and proud!


    Players:
    • Preston Edwards - April 1st
    • Zachary Quinn - April 5th
    • Ilan Martinez - April 10th
    • Ezekiel Tejada - April 13th
    • Derrek Rodriguez - April 18th
    • Santiago Rodriguez - April 25th
    • Ximena Grado - April 29th
    • Marco Salas - April 30th
    • Nico Santillan - April 30th

    Staff
    • Luke McMinn - April 2nd
    • Hector Beltran - April 5th
    • Dustin Wiggs - April 25th
]]>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:27:43 -0700<![CDATA[April Players of the Month]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/april-players-of-the-month


Congratulations to Mila Sanchez and Dominik Pacheco, both from our BVB17-Black Team, on being named Players of the Month for April!

Your drive and determination never go unnoticed, and we're incredibly proud as a club to see you both succeed. Keep up the great work!

HEJA BVB!


]]>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:19:59 -0700<![CDATA[Coaches Spotlight: Coach Joe Martinez]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/coaches-spotlight-coach-joe-martinez

Coach Joe Martinez is one of the familiar faces who has helped shape BVB International Academy El Paso since day one. With 19 years of coaching experience, he’s built a strong reputation across the El Paso soccer community, with stops at El Paso Storm, Miners FC, Sparta FC, El Paso Locomotive, and now BVB. 

Since joining the club in 2022, Coach Joe has worked with a variety of age groups, including the 2009s, 2008s, 2012s, and now the 2017 Black team, while also contributing to the BVB School of Excellence. No matter the age group, his approach stays the same in creating a positive, competitive environment where players can grow and genuinely enjoy the game.

For Coach Joe, its not just about winning; its about helping players build skills, confidence, and respect for the sport. That mindset is exactly what makes him such a great fit at BVB.

As Director of Soccer Operations, Nancy Mankamyer puts it: “Coach Joe’s approach to the game is directly in line with the BVB Dortmund philosophy, not about the scoreline, but the desired result, which is the development and progress of players. His overall demeanor is positive, empathetic, and driven. We are fortunate to have Coach Joe on our staff here at BVBIA El Paso.”

Here's a fun fact about Coach Joe: he always carries a small figurine of Lionel Messi in his pocket during training and games. The players don’t know it, but for him, it’s a reminder of what passion, competitiveness, and love for the game really look like. We are grateful to have him at BVBIA El Paso and thankful for the positive impact he brings to our players and families.


]]>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:15:45 -0700<![CDATA[March Birthdays]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/march-birthdays

Happy Birthday to our BVB International Academy El Paso players celebrating in March! Your passion, commitment, and effort continue to inspire us every day. Wishing you a month filled with happiness, exciting opportunities, and many great moments on the pitch. Enjoy your special day and celebrate all month long! 


Players:
  • Dafni Rocha - March 2nd
  • Elenore Hanany - March 6th
  • Jackson Jones - March 10th
  • Sophia McDonald - March 11th
  • Steven Douglas - March 12th
  • Elijah Park - March 13th
  • Anna Hernandez - March 22nd
  • Naseema Flores - March 26th
  • Meilani Salas - March 28th
]]>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:39:44 -0700<![CDATA[Coaches Spotlight: Coach Marisela Flores]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/coaches-spotlight-coach-marisela-flores

We're excited to spotlight Coach Marisela Flores, one of our dedicated coaches, making a tremendous impact here at BVB International Academy El Paso.

Marisela grew up in Southern California and later spent time in Colorado before moving to El Paso. Soccer has been part of her life from a young age. She played for NHB and Stampede early on, continued at Ayala High School, and later took the pitch at Mt. San Antonio College. The game eventually led her into officiating. She worked competitive matches in events such as the US Open Cup, Dallas Cup, and Youth Regionals. Time spent on the field in many roles gave her patience, perspective, and a strong understanding of the game.

Today, she coaches our girls teams and leads sessions with the Mini Bees. She earned her Grassroots Coaching License and is currently working toward her D License. She continues to learn and grow so she can better serve her players while sharing her knowledge.

At home, Marisela is raising four children. That part of her life shapes how she leads, her teams; patient, supportive, and strong. We are grateful to have her at BVBIA El Paso and thankful for the positive impact she brings to our players and families.


]]>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:11:35 -0700<![CDATA[February Birthdays]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/february-birthdays

Happy Birthday to our BVB International Academy El Paso players celebrating in February! Your passion, commitment, and effort continue to inspire us every day. Wishing you a month full of happiness, big achievements, and many great moments on the pitch. Enjoy your special day to the fullest!

Players:
  • Sophia Moreno - Feb 3rd
  • Sofia Pimenta - Feb 4th
  • Jahir Ostos - Feb 5th
  • Jahziel Ostos - Feb 5th
  • Avery Campbell - Feb 7th
  • Diego Macias - Feb 8th
  • Ellie Nevarez - Feb 11th
  • Noah Torres - Feb 15th
  • Matias Montes - Feb 18th
  • Benjamin Schuster - Feb 19th
  • Eli Rodriguez - Feb 20th
  • Aaliyah Vasquez - Feb 23rd
  • Evienne Arditti - Feb 24th
]]>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:48:39 -0700<![CDATA[January Birthdays]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/january-birthdays

Happy Birthday to all of our BVB International Academy El Paso players celebrating in January! We’re incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication you show on the field. May your month filled with joy, success, and plenty of goals. Have an amazing day!

Players:
  • Tomas Velez - Jan 4th
  • Jaden Ponce - Jan 4th
  • Eliza Sodemann - Jan 11th
  • Aaliyah Lucero - Jan 11th
  • Olivia Gonzalez - Jan 14th
  • Sanaa Giplaye - Jan 14th
  • Esteban Palacios - Jan 16th
  • Gael Aguilar - Jan 20th
  • Amelie Arditti - Jan 22nd
  • Damian Hernandez - Jan 24th
  • Daniel Hall - Jan 25th
  • Arti Tirgari - Jan 26th
  • Addison Estes - Jan 28th

Coaches/Staff:
  • Nancy Mankamyer - Jan 8th
  • Jason Brewer - Jan 26th
]]>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:11:50 -0700<![CDATA[BVBIA El Paso Give Back – Food Drive Success & Current Toy Drive!]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/bvbia-el-paso-gives-back-food-drive-success-and-current-toy-drive

A few weeks ago, BVBIA El Paso wrapped up an incredible Food Drive, collecting 277 pounds of food from our teams! Our BVB 15-Black Team won the pizza party for their efforts, and a huge thank you to Peter Jordan from the Salvation Army for their supporting our initiative. When combined with the Acts of Kindness neighborhood food drive,  our club raised an amazing 1,441 pounds of food – a true testament to the BVBIA spirit.

Now, we're keeping the momentum going with our current Toy Drive! Let's come together to bring joy to local children this season.

Fill our bins, fuel our mission, and what te BVBIA spirit is all about:
Compassion. Teamwork. Community Impact.
]]>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:46:35 -0700<![CDATA[BVBIA El Paso Players Selected for SOE National Player ID Event]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/bvbia-el-paso-players-selected-for-soe-national-player-id-event

We are thrilled to announce that 16 BVBIA El Paso players have been selected to participate in the SOE National Player ID Event, taking place December 12-14 in Orlando, Florida! This is an incredible opportunity for our players to showcase their skills on the national stage and gain exposure among top-level scouts and coaches.

Congratulations to:

  • Ayden Aguilar

  • Nathan Benitez

  • Noah Benitez

  • Leonardo Herrera

  • Marcos Ramirez

  • Leonardo Corbett

  • Zaran Jordan

  • Zion Jordan

  • Derrek Rodriguez

  • Matteo Soule

  • Gabriel Tejada

  • Victor Jones

  • Dante Garcia 

  • Joshua Hall

  • Christian Mitchell

  • Zachary Quinn


The School of Excellence (SOE) is the elite identification and development program within BVB International Academy North America — designed for the top-performing youth players who are ready to take the next step in their football journey. This is where the best rise to represent the badge on a global stage. 

The School of Excellence is more than a program, it’s a launchpad. Whether your goal is college soccer, the professional game, or simply becoming the best version of yourself, SOE provides a platform that reflects the highest standards of global player development.

We are extremely proud of each of these athletes for their hard work, dedication, and passion for the game. Representing BVBIA El Paso at the national level is no small feat, and we know they will continue to make us proud on and off the pitch. 

HEJA BVB!!!

]]>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:46:35 -0700<![CDATA[Coaches Spotlight: Coach Fernando Hernandez]]>https://www.bvbia-elpaso.com/blogs/post/coaches-spotlight-coach-fernando-hernandez

We're excited to spotlight Coach Fernando Hernandez, one of our dedicated coaches making a huge impact here at BVB International Academy El Paso. Coach Fernando brings energy, leadership, and a strong passion for player development to everything he does. Currently, he plays a notable role supporting multiple areas in our academy:

  • BEEs Program – Helping introduce our youngest players to the game through fun, fundamentals, and positive coaching

  • BVB 17-Black Team – Assisting Head Coach Joe Martinez with training, player development, and game preparations for our 2017-born players.


Safety is a top priority, and Coach Fernando is CPR/AED Certified through the American Red Cross, giving families added confidence that their children's well-being is always in capable hands. As a kinesiology student with a hands-on learning approach, Coach Fernando combines his growing knowledge of the human body with real on-field experience to help players improve safely and effectively. His proactive attitude makes him a valuable asset to the BVB Family.

We're proud to have Coach Fernando on our staff and are grateful for the positive influence he continues to have on our players every day!

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