Thrilling Start to the 2025 Santos Peñoles Cup

• More Than 200 Matches Scheduled Daily Across Various Venues

• A total of 18 categories have kicked off their activity.

• The tournament has also begun for the category dedicated to individuals with intellectual disabilities, as part of ongoing efforts to promote inclusion.

Torreón, Coahuila, May 1, 2025 – The 13th edition of the Santos Peñoles International Cup is officially underway, and the excitement is palpable across all its venues, with matches full of emotion and joy in the stands.

After his teams’ first matches, Professor Eliot Cerda, Coordinator of the Santos Oriente Academies, shared his thoughts on participating once again in Mexico’s Best Cup:

“The Santos Peñoles Cup is very exciting. We’ve had some very close matches; the kids are extremely motivated, and so are the parents. Some are experiencing their first edition, and they bring a contagious energy that comes with a first-time experience. It’s a real joy to be part of a tournament like this.”

The Young Athletes’ Perspective

“The kids are thrilled just to set foot on the fields of Territorio Santos Modelo. Being in the home of the Guerreros is truly inspiring for them.”

Thoughts on Yesterday’s Opening Ceremony

“The kids were amazed by the opening ceremony, especially the drone show and the chance to be with all the academies gathered together—it created a great sense of harmony and happiness.”

Atmosphere in the Stands During Opening Day

“The energy in the stands has a huge impact on the kids’ performance. The support and enthusiasm from families provide incredible motivation.”