EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 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. <\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Cinta de Oro, a prominent figure in the wrestling community, expressed his deep connection to the area. <\/p>\n
“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?”<\/p>\n
The initiative aims to bring back the vibrant tradition of Lucha Libre to El Segundo Barrio, a place with a rich wrestling history. <\/p>\n
“El Paso has been big for wrestling and fun for me,” Cinta de Oro said, emphasizing his commitment to the community.<\/p>\n
The club’s efforts are supported by the generous hearts of El Paso residents. <\/p>\n
“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. <\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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