San Elizario, Texas – On Tuesday evening, Cristo Fernández, the actor best known for playing Dani Rojas on the hit series “Ted Lasso” and a forward for El Paso Locomotive FC, visited the Boys & Girls Clubs of El Paso’s Club Borrego at Borrego Elementary School. The purpose of his visit was to read his newly released bilingual picture book, Fútbol is Life!/¡Fútbol es vida!, to a group of local children.

Book celebrates perseverance and dreams

Fernández’s book tells the story of his own journey from a young soccer enthusiast in Mexico to a professional athlete and television star. The narrative emphasizes perseverance, resilience, and the belief that any dream can be achieved with hard work and support from family and community. In his own words, the book is “for children, but also for grown‑ups, because children are the ones that you don’t have to tell them to dream big.”

Club Borrego welcomes the star

Club Borrego’s CEO, Tony Tomasheski, expressed enthusiasm for the event, saying, “We’re excited to have Cristo visit our Club kids to share his inspirational journey that led to a successful career as an actor and professional soccer player. His personal story teaches our kids to believe in their dreams and that anything is possible with perseverance and support.”

Local impact

The reading took place after school hours, allowing children and their families to gather in the club’s community space. Fernández signed copies of his book for the attendees and answered questions about his life, his faith, and the importance of family values. The event highlighted the role of bilingual literature in reinforcing cultural pride among young Hispanic readers.

Fernández’s ties to El Paso

Fernández signed with El Paso Locomotive FC in May after a two‑month trial, further cementing his connection to the region. His participation in local outreach reflects the club’s broader commitment to community engagement and youth development.

Looking ahead

While the reading was a one‑time event, the Boys & Girls Clubs plan to continue partnering with local athletes and public figures to provide mentorship and inspiration to children across the El Paso area. Fernández’s book is now available in both English and Spanish, offering families a resource to discuss perseverance and faith at home.

Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.