**CETYS University in Tijuana to Host National Championships**
CETYS University, located in Tijuana, has been chosen as the host for two significant National Championships sanctioned by the National Student Sports Commission in Private Institutions (CONADEIP). The events, which are in the Juvenile B category, will feature the Women’s Flag Football and Men’s Volleyball tournaments. The Women’s Flag Football Championship is scheduled from November 4-7, 2024, and the Men’s Volleyball matches will take place from November 18-23, 2024.
Yanina Rubio Bojórquez, Director of CETYS University Campus Tijuana, expressed excitement about hosting these tournaments, emphasizing the importance of sports in developing valuable skills such as responsibility, teamwork, and resilience in young athletes. “We are honored to support over 200 student-athletes from across the country in their development,” she noted.
The Women’s Flag Football tournament will be held at the “Margarita Astiazarán de Fimbres” Stadium, with teams from various universities, including UVM Campus Torreón, Prepa Tec Campus Saltillo, Colegio Argentino Los Pibes, Padson International School, Xochicalco Campus Mexicali, Xochicalco Campus Tijuana, and different CETYS campuses. This year, the event has been officially recognized by CONADEIP, a step up from its promotional status in 2023.
Alan López, the Coach of the Flag Football team, is thrilled about the tournament’s official status, which he sees as a marker of the sport’s growth nationwide. “We are eager to host and compete,” he said.
The Men’s Volleyball Championship will be hosted at the “Rodrigo Valle Hernández” Gymnasium-Auditorium. While the CETYS Campus Tijuana team is confirmed, other teams are expected from UVM Campus Guadalajara, URN Campus Chihuahua, and Prepa Tec Campus Querétaro.
Eduardo Murguía, the Volleyball Coach, shared his enthusiasm, stating that the team aims to uphold its winning streak after having won the prior Juvenile C national title. “Hosting such events doubles our commitment, and we’re ready to train hard and achieve more victories,” he said.
CETYS Campus Tijuana has previously achieved National Juvenile B Championship titles in both Men’s Volleyball in 2022 and Women’s Flag Football in 2023. Additionally, CETYS University is also hosting other tournaments in various disciplines at its Mexicali campus.
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**Additional News**
**Upcoming National Volleyball Championship in Tijuana Highlights Strong Competitor Lineup**
As CETYS University gears up for the Men’s Volleyball Championship in Tijuana, the event promises to be a hotbed of competition with top teams like UVM Campus Guadalajara, URN Campus Chihuahua, and Prepa Tec Campus Querétaro expected to participate. These teams bring with them a strong legacy of performance, enhancing the anticipation of fierce matches. The tournament, to be held in late November, is eagerly awaited by athletes and fans alike, highlighting CETYS University’s role as a key player in fostering sports excellence on a national level.
The participation of these skilled teams underscores the high caliber of the championship, offering student-athletes a platform to showcase their talents and gain valuable experience. The supportive environment at CETYS University, combined with Tijuana’s vibrant sports culture, ensures a thrilling event for all involved.