EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The Boys and Girls Club of El Paso in the Segundo Barrio is collaborating with former WWE wrestler Cinta de Oro to raise funds and sustain its after-school programs.
The club, established in 1860 and the oldest active club in its original location since 1929, is hosting monthly wrestling matches to support local children.
Cinta de Oro, a prominent figure in the wrestling community, expressed his deep connection to the area.
“I remember that me growing up here, it was normal for us, right?” he said. “I fell in love with this place and I understand the needs that we have here, you know?”
The initiative aims to bring back the vibrant tradition of Lucha Libre to El Segundo Barrio, a place with a rich wrestling history.
“El Paso has been big for wrestling and fun for me,” Cinta de Oro said, emphasizing his commitment to the community.
The club’s efforts are supported by the generous hearts of El Paso residents.
“We couldn’t be here for almost over a hundred years without the support of those generous hearts of El Paso,” a club representative said.
The events continue to draw fans, whether it’s a crowd of a thousand or a hundred, driven by a shared love for the sport and the community.
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