Amarillo High's Jaden Cedillo named Athlete of the Week

Cedillo excelled on the mound and at the plate for the Amarillo High baseball team.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:25pm

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Amarillo High baseball player Jaden Cedillo was voted the Happy State Bank Boys High School Athlete of the Week for March 2-7. Cedillo had a standout performance, going 2-for-3 with a triple and 3 RBIs, and also picked up a win on the mound, allowing just 2 hits.

Why it matters

The Happy State Bank High School Athlete of the Week award recognizes exceptional performances by student-athletes in the Amarillo area, highlighting the talent and dedication of the region's top young sports stars.

The details

In the games from March 2-7, Cedillo led Amarillo High to a strong showing, contributing both at the plate and on the mound. His 2-for-3 performance included a triple and 3 RBIs, and he also earned a win as the starting pitcher, limiting the opposing team to just 2 hits.

  • The award was for games played from March 2-7, 2026.

The players

Jaden Cedillo

A baseball player for Amarillo High School.

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What they’re saying

“Jaden had a great week for us on both sides of the ball. We're proud of his accomplishments and glad to see him recognized as the Athlete of the Week.”

— Amarillo High Baseball Coach

The takeaway

Cedillo's performance highlights the depth of talent in Amarillo-area high school sports, and the importance of recognizing exceptional student-athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom.