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Case dismissed for former Eastlake High School football head coach Ruben Rodriguez after diversion program
By Sam Guzman at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Court records from the El Paso County 327th District Court show the criminal case against former Eastlake High School head football coach Ruben Rodriguez was dismissed after he successfully completed a pre-trial diversion program. The dismissal order was entered June 29, 2...
Key takeaway The dismissal order was entered June 29, 2026.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The dismissal of the case against Ruben Rodriguez brings closure to a situation that had been closely watched by the El Paso community, particularly by those involved in local high school sports. As a former head football coach at Eastlake High School, Rodriguez was a prominent figure in the city's athletic scene, and his case had sparked interest and concern among parents, students, and fellow coaches. The successful completion of the pre-trial diversion program suggests that Rodriguez has taken steps to address the issues that led to the charges, and the dismissal of the case may allow him to move forward and potentially resume his involvement in local sports. The outcome of this case may also inform how similar situations are handled in the future, as the community continues to balance the need to hold individuals accountable with the desire to provide opportunities for growth and redemption.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Court records from the El Paso County 327th District Court show the criminal case against former Eastlake High School head football coach Ruben Rodriguez was dismissed after he successfully completed a pre-trial diversion program. The dismissal order was entered June 29, 2...
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