By Juan Pablo Sebastián

The color guard and marching band from Secundaria 32 earned multiple awards at the Copa Coyotes 2026, held recently in the city of Mexicali.

Under the instruction of Daniel García Porras—who also serves as an official with the Rosarito City Government’s Department of Community Outreach and Liaison—the teams achieved top honors across several categories.

In the color guard competition, Secundaria 32 claimed both first and third place with two different teams. The Orión B color guard earned the championship title, while Orión 32 finished in third place.

In the marching band category, the Orión 32 band captured the overall championship, adding another major victory for the school.

Individual awards were also presented to Secundaria 32 students:

• First place, “Trio of Bugles” (middle school level): Daniel Porras Jr., Iván Pimentel, and Leonardo Lezama
• Best Flag Bearer, middle school category: Paola Rojas
• Champion, Command Bugle: Daniel Porras Jr.

Once again, Rosarito brought home the champions’ cup. Instructor Daniel García Porras added another success to a career that began during the administration of Hugo Eduardo Torres Chabert, when he first earned national recognition in this type of civic competition.

It was during that administration that marching band and color guard activities received strong institutional support in Rosarito, with visits to elementary and middle schools focused on promoting civic values. That support led to significant results, including state and national championships.

Following these latest achievements, García Porras congratulated the students for their dedication and effort. He also expressed his appreciation to Professor Matías Ruiz, whom he credits with helping launch the Secundaria 32 marching band project.