Jaguars Honored Two Hispanic Student-Athletes
The team recognized two local high schoolers for their excellence in athletics, academics, and community leadership.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Hispanic
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The Jacksonville Jaguars have named Lorena Clutter and Enrique Ordoñez as nominees for the 2026 NFL Latino Youth Honors. The recognition took place during the team's Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations.
Why it matters
The honors highlight the contributions of Hispanic youth in sports and academics while strengthening the bond between the professional organization and the local community.
The nominees were selected from high schools in Jacksonville, Florida, with the associated essay competition open to students in 4th-12th grade.
The players
Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars are a professional American football team that competes in the National Football League.
Lorena Clutter
Lorena Clutter is a student-athlete who plays football at The Bolles School.
Enrique Ordoñez
Enrique Ordoñez is a student-athlete who plays football at Nease High School.
Jaguars Foundation
The Jaguars Foundation is the charitable arm of the Jacksonville Jaguars that supports various local community initiatives.
Duval County Public Schools
Duval County Public Schools is the public school district serving the students of Jacksonville, Florida.
The details
Lorena Clutter from The Bolles School and Enrique Ordoñez from Nease High School were formally recognized during a pre-kickoff ceremony at a Jaguars home game. In addition to the honors, the Jaguars Foundation and Duval County Public Schools are co-hosting an essay competition to further celebrate student achievement.
Timeline
The recognition occurred throughout September 2026.
The student-athletes were honored on September 27, 2026.
Culture Shift
This story follows a pattern set by the NFL Latino Youth Honors in identifying and rewarding exceptional Hispanic student-athletes across the United States. Such initiatives reflect a broader cultural shift toward increasing the visibility of Hispanic talent in youth sports programs.
Residents can look for future updates regarding the essay competition winners to see how local students are being supported. This initiative provides students with tangible opportunities for recognition and educational engagement within the Jacksonville area.
The takeaway
These awards provide a platform for local high school athletes to gain recognition for their hard work both on the field and in the classroom. Students and families should keep an eye on upcoming school district announcements for future opportunities to participate in Jaguars-sponsored programs.
Further reading
Learn more about local community initiatives on our Jacksonville Hispanic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News 4 Jax.
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