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El Paso's Danny Torres Shines at National Level in Cross Country

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Danny Torres, an Eastwood High School graduate and current student-athlete at the University of Texas at Austin, has made significant strides in his cross country career. After shifting his focus to track and field, he recently secured a 2nd place finish for the Longhorns at the SEC championships and placed 15th at the NCAA South Central Regionals. His standout performance at the USATF under 20 cross country championship in December 2025 earned him a spot on Team USA, where he contributed to a bronze medal win at the World Championship. Torres aims to continue improving and dreams of competing in the Olympics, emphasizing his commitment to personal excellence in athletics.

Key Details: • Torres finished 2nd at the SEC championships and 15th at the NCAA South Central Regionals. • He won the USATF under 20 cross country championship in December 2025. • Torres helped Team USA secure a bronze medal at the World Championship.

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