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Thursday, November 14, 2024

United South Seniors Receive Full Ride Cross Country Scholarships to TAMIU


Idrogo and Madrigal ScholarshipsCourtesy Alex Meyer,
(Laredo, Texas)-Congratulations to United South High School  (USHS),  seniors Justo Idrogo and Abigail Madrigal. Both students signed full-ride cross-country scholarships at TAMIU during a press conference held in the campus library on May 13, 2015. 
 
Coach Juan Salazar said that Justo Idrogo’s hard work and determination helped him become one of the best runners at USHS.  Idrogo is also credited with leading the boy’s team to a regional meet . Justo expressed his excitement about the scholarship that he received. “I am so excited about the future. Cross-Country running and the discipline that it requires has made me a better person”, said Idrogo. He concluded his remarks by thanking his fellow runners and coaches for their encouragement and support.
 
Abigail Madrigal is a four time regional qualifier as well as a state qualifier who started running during her freshman year.  “During her four years at United South,she became one of the  top runners in Laredo and the District”, said Coach Salazar. When asked to comment, Madrigal noted that running is her passion. “This scholarship is giving me great educational opportunities and a chance to run for my university. I thank everyone who helped me along the way”, said Madrigal. 
 

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