EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — El Dorado’s Ray Ray Estrada has been named the inaugural 2025 Hispanic Football Hall of Fame High School Player of the Year. This prestigious award is given to the most outstanding Hispanic high school football player in the nation who epitomizes great ability and integrity.
Estrada is El Paso’s all-time leading rusher with an impressive 7,633 career rushing yards. This season, he rushed for 3,076 yards and scored 40 touchdowns. The senior has signed with the Minnesota Golden Gophers earlier this month and is rated as a four-star recruit by Rivals.
Estrada has received praise from NFL greats.
“We are thrilled to honor Ryan Estrada, a player who has dominated at the high school level with remarkable production and integrity,” said Ron Rivera, HFHOF Founding Board Member. “His achievements in El Paso lay an incredible foundation for what promises to be an outstanding future in this sport.”
“Ryan represents the exciting next generation of Hispanic football talent,” said Anthony Muñoz, HFHOF Founding Board Member. “By setting city records and excelling as a top national prospect, he has already inspired countless young players. We celebrate him today as a symbol of where hard work and heritage can lead.”
Estrada will join the Minnesota Golden Gophers this upcoming summer ahead of his freshman season.