Calexico High School esports team honored for third straight Imperial Valley championship

The Calexico Unified School District board publicly recognized members of the Calexico High School Esports Club after their third consecutive Imperial Valley championship, highlighting the program’s growth and student opportunities, including a scholarship success story.

Superintendent Arturo Jimenez noted the club’s rapid development since its official launch in the 2023–24 school year and praised students’ competitive achievements, which this season included varsity and junior varsity teams advancing in playoffs and a third consecutive ICOE tournament championship. "Tonight, we are proud to recognize the Calexico High School esports team for their outstanding growth, achievements and representation of our district," Jimenez said.

Coach Eric Peraza, who has coached as an assistant since 2023, thanked students and named several players by first name, encouraged them for their next phases, and noted that former team member Hector Murillo earned a full scholarship to compete at Manchester University in Indiana. The board presented certificates recognizing teamwork and commitment and also provided a bilingual history book by local author Jimmy Torantes.

Trustees and district staff congratulated the students and encouraged continued participation in STEM, robotics, athletics and esports programs across grade levels. The recognition included group photos and certificates; the board celebrated the program as an emerging student opportunity that draws weekly participation and community support.