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Riverside’s Carlos Rojas III commits to UTEP
By Adrian Ochoa at KVIA ABC-7
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Why this matters in The El Paso
Carlos Rojas III's commitment to UTEP is a significant development for the local football scene, as it retains one of El Paso 's top high school players in the community. As a standout athlete at Riverside High School, Rojas III has already demonstrated his versatility on the field, exceling as both a quarterback and wide receiver. His impressive statistics, including 2,279 rushing yards and 55 total touchdowns, suggest he will be a valuable addition to the Miners. This move also reflects positively on the UTEP coaching staff, who have successfully recruited a talented local player. The community can look forward to watching Rojas III continue to develop his skills at the collegiate level, potentially inspiring younger athletes in El Paso to pursue their own football careers. With Rojas III set to join the Miners, local fans will have a compelling reason to follow the team's progress in the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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