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Sun City Sprinters

USATF Youth Track & Field Club • El Paso, Texas

Sun City Sprinters on the track

SUN CITY SPRINTERS • EL PASO, TX

“Run your race then raise the standard.

Every stride builds confidence, character, and community.

Purpose • Community • Growth

Our Mission

Why we do what we do on the track and in our city.

Our mission is to develop athletes of every skill level through high quality track and field programs that inspire excellence, integrity, and a lifelong passion for the sport. Through mentorship, outreach, and community involvement, we aim to uplift and strengthen the El Paso community while helping young athletes grow into confident leaders on and off the track.

Legendary Mindset

“Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit.”

— Wilma Rudolph

What We Focus On

  • Skill development for every level
  • Positive coaching & mentorship
  • Strong character on and off the track
  • Removing barriers for families

Our Vision

Fueling dreams, one stride at a time

We envision a future where young athletes in El Paso have access to structured, supportive, and inspiring track and field opportunities that promote physical fitness, confidence, discipline, and teamwork.

Through community support, mentorship, and intentional development, Sun City Sprinters exists to remove barriers, uplift potential, and help athletes grow into strong competitors and responsible leaders on and off the track.

Sun City Sprinters team unity

Building Confidence. Creating Opportunity.

Season Countdown

First practice is coming lace up, lock in, and get ready to fly. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Countdown to First Practice

April 13

Sun City Sprinters • El Paso, TX

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“Don’t show up to race day hoping! Show up prepared.

First Practice (Apr 13)

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Meet the Sprinters

Douglas S Asbury III

Douglas S Asbury III

Age Group: 9–10

Events: 100m 200m LJ

PR:16.74

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Isabella Avina

Isabella Avina

Age Group: 13–14

Events: 100m, 200m

PR:17.12

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Jose Luis Avina

Jose Luis Avina

Age Group: 9–10

Events: 100m 200m 400m

PR:1:16

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David Ballentine II

David Ballentine II

Age Group: 17–18

Events:800m 1500m 3000m

PR:9:31

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CAPTAIN

Isabella Campuzano

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 4x100, 100m, 200m, 4x400

PR:13.47

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Ximena Garcia

Ximena Garcia

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 100m 200m 4x100, 4x400

PR:13.98

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Lovely Garica

Lovely Garica

Age Group: 13–14

Events: 800m, 1600m

PR:2:56

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Sun City Sprinter

Melanie Gaytan

Age Group: 15–16

Events: TJ, 4x400

PR: 33'7

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Sun City Sprinter

Elizabeth Hita

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 100mh,300mh

PR: 18.21

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Alora Jaroszewski

Alora Jaroszewski

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 100m, 200m

PR: 13.80

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Ayden Marrufo

Ayden Marrufo

Age Group: 15–16

Events:1600m

PR:5:32

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Dean Pester

Dean Pester

Age Group: 11–12

Events: 800m

PR:3:09

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Natalie Pester

Natalie Pester

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 800m, 2300m, 1600m

PR:6:18

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Sun City Sprinter
CAPTAIN

Juliette Valenzuela

Age Group: 17–18

Events: 100mh, 300mh, 4x400

PR: 18.77

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Madilyn Vasquez

Madilyn Vasquez

Age Group: 13–14

Events: 1600m

PR:6:00

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CAPTAIN

Isabella Vega

Age Group: 15–16

Events: 100mh, 300mh, 4x400 HJ

PR: 18.07

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Sponsorship Opportunities

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Sponsorships support meet fees and event fees, travel assistance, and team needs for our nonprofit youth program.

Athlete Registration

All athletes must obtain a valid USATF Youth Membership. In the USATF portal, create a profile, add Sun City Sprinters as your club affiliation, and upload your athlete’s birth certificate for age verification.

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USATF Youth Membership

Select Youth Membership when creating your account.

Open Registration Packet

Registration Notes

Important deadlines + what we need from you 💛

Registration closes

2nd week of May

Before your athlete can practice/compete

  • USATF Youth Membership completed + Sun City Sprinters selected as your club
  • Birth certificate uploaded in the USATF portal for age verification
  • Registration packet filled out completely and turned in
  • Double-check phone numbers + emergency contact info for accuracy

Tip: The earlier you complete this, the smoother your athlete’s season start will be.

Need help?

If you get stuck in the USATF portal or have questions about the packet, reach out — we’ll walk you through it.

Meet The Coaches

Coaches Corner

The people behind the culture confidence, character, and speed.

Coach Marrissa Cammisa

Coach Marrissa Cammisa

Head Coach • Founder

My Coaching Philosophy

At Sun City Sprinters, I coach because I truly love track and field and believe in doing things the right way. I started this program to give athletes a safe and positive place to learn, build confidence, and grow strong habits especially in a time when many schools are stretched thin and teachers are balancing many responsibilities beyond athletics.

There is no shortage of information in sports today, but there is often a lack of structure and time to fully apply that information on the field and connect it to athlete health and long term development. My goal is to help bridge that gap by providing intentional, educated coaching that supports athletes in learning how to train correctly from the very beginning.

I focus on teaching strong basics, setting clear expectations, and training in ways that fit each athlete’s age and ability. I also ran track myself, so I understand what it feels like to train, compete, and work toward goals, and I bring that experience into every practice.

Sun City Sprinters is a nonprofit team that serves our community and helps give kids access to quality coaching in a positive environment. Our goal is to help athletes grow, build character, and love the sport not just win races.

I am a USATF Level 1 and NFHS Certified Track and Field Coach. These certifications help guide how I keep athletes safe, teach proper technique, and plan smart training.

Most importantly, I care deeply about every athlete on this team. I take coaching seriously and want every athlete to leave practice feeling proud, confident, and supported, both on the track and in life.

Coach Certifications

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USATF Level 1 Track & Field Coach

Foundation coaching education

What this course covered

  • Coaching ethics, athlete well being, and positive coaching leadership
  • Athlete safety and risk awareness on the track
  • Age appropriate training and long term athlete development
  • Sprints: mechanics, acceleration, max velocity basics, and race execution
  • Hurdles: rhythm, lead/trail basics, progressions, and safe technical teaching
  • High Jump: approach, take off, flight, and Using plyometrics, circle runs, and back overs to build muscle memory. 
  • Relays: exchange fundamentals, handoff communication, and team execution
  • Practice planning and season structure: purposeful sessions that build over time

Why it matters for your athlete

Your athlete is coached with a clear system: safe progressions, strong fundamentals, and consistent teaching especially in technical events like hurdles, relays, high long and triple jump, shot put and discus.

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NFHS — Coaching Track & Field

Fundamentals + teaching progressions

What this course covered

  • Teaching fundamentals of running, jumping, and event basics
  • How to break skills into coachable steps (progressions + cues)
  • Spotting common form mistakes and correcting them safely
  • Organized practice structure that keeps athletes learning and engaged
  • Sportsmanship, communication, and athlete expectations

Why it matters for your athlete

Athletes learn clean technique early, so they build confidence and improve faster without bad habits that are hard to fix later.

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USATF Campus — Endurance Training Principles

Smart conditioning + pacing

What this course covered

  • Building endurance safely for youth athletes (no overtraining)
  • Progression: how to improve gradually over time
  • Pacing, effort control, and consistency
  • Recovery habits: rest, hydration, fueling basics
  • Supporting 800/1600 athletes with development-focused conditioning

Why it matters for your athlete

Endurance work is done the right way so athletes build strength and confidence without getting run into the ground.

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USATF Campus — Long Jump Principles

Approach + takeoff + landing

What this course covered

  • Approach consistency and speed control
  • Safe takeoff mechanics and body position
  • Board accuracy and reducing fouls
  • Landing technique and athlete confidence
  • Simple drills that build repeatable form

Why it matters for your athlete

Jumpers learn safe, consistent technique so they can actually use their speed and power without guessing or getting hurt.

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CPR / AED / First Aid

Emergency readiness

What this course covered

  • CPR response for adults, children, and infants
  • AED use and emergency steps
  • Choking response procedures
  • Basic first aid for common injuries until EMS arrives
  • Safety awareness and emergency action mindset

Why it matters for your athlete

Safety is non-negotiable. This training supports quick, calm response if something ever happens at practice or a meet.

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