Sparks High doesn’t send a lot of athletes on to NCAA Div. I programs. It does, however, have a habit of sending the Partida brothers onto the big stage.
Senior boys soccer player Jesus Partida signed a national letter of intent to play at UNLV on Wednesday afternoon during a signing ceremony held in the school’s gym lobby. By committing to the Rebels, Partida is following the footsteps of his brother, Kevin, who also went on to UNLV from Sparks.
Congratulations to
Jesus Partida on signing with @UNLVathletics to play soccer for the Rebels. Good luck and we are proud of you, Chuy!! pic.twitter.com/etTzlxuX1P— Sparks High School (@SparksHS) February 1, 2017
Partida led Sparks to a 25-2-1 record and a state title (in Las Vegas) this fall. He averaged more than a goal a game (32 goals) and passed out eight assists.
It was a redemptive season for Partida after he missed his entire junior campaign with a significant knee injury.
UNLV went 10-12-2 last season, but earned an NCAA Tournament berth thanks to a WAC Tournament title. The Rebels went on to beat San Diego State, 2-1, in double overtime before falling to Denver in the second round.
Partida’s older brother started all 20 games for UNLV as a junior in 2015. His four goals were tied for second on the team. He also passed out three assists. He did not see time in 2016.
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