⚽ Samantha Leon Earns First Collegiate Offer from University of St. Thomas

EL PASO, TEXAS — The next chapter of Samantha Leon’s soccer journey has officially arrived. The 2027 Pebble Hills High School attacking midfielder and PREP1 Athlete announced today that she has received her first collegiate soccer offer, earning an opportunity from the University of St. Thomas (Houston), Texas. For Leon, the offer represents more than a recruiting milestone—it is the beginning of a new stage in a journey built through preparation, competition, persistence and a continued commitment to becoming a better player. Leon has established herself as an exciting attacking presence, bringing creativity, technical ability and an attacking mentality to the midfield. Her ability to operate between the lines, create opportunities and contribute in the final third has helped put her on the recruiting radar as she continues through her high school career. 🦁 The Next Chapter: Houston The University of St. Thomas—home of the Celts—now becomes the first collegiate program to officially extend Leon an opportunity. The offer gives Leon an exciting opportunity to continue developing her game at the collegiate level while pursuing her academic goals in Houston. For a Class of 2027 athlete, this is only the beginning. “I am blessed to announce that I have received my 1st collegiate offer from the University of St. Thomas. Thank you Coach Day for the opportunity.” PREP1 Athlete Spotlight At PREP1, the philosophy is simple: it’s not about “1” athlete—it’s about “All” our athletes. Leon’s accomplishment is another example of an El Paso-area athlete taking a major step toward the next level. Her first offer officially puts a collegiate opportunity on the board, but the recruiting journey is far from over. With another chapter now beginning, Leon can continue focusing on what got her here: competing, developing and making an impact every time she steps onto the pitch. Congratulations, Samantha Leon! Your first collegiate offer is officially in the books. The next chapter starts now. 🦁⚽ Samantha Leon 2027 | Pebble Hills HS Attacking Midfielder | PREP1 Athlete University of St. Thomas — Houston, Texas #PREP1Athlete #PREP1 #SamanthaLeon #PebbleHillsHS #ElPasoSoccer #ElPasoAthletes #USTCelts #GoCelts #CollegeSoccer #ClassOf2027 #NextChapter