The Congress of Oaxaca gave Emily Sofía Barrera López its 2026 State Sports Merit Award on September 22. The 24-year-old combat-sports athlete won the Juvenil Mayor category, for ages 18 to 29. She told Oax Sport how the ceremony felt, who backed her trips to compete, and which fight she is preparing for in November.
Emily Barrera placed 3rd in the women’s beginner -50 kg division at ADCC Open Mexico City on June 13, 2026. A donor and the Oax Sport fund fully covered her tournament fee, transportation, and accommodation. This post shares the result, what donations covered, and what comes next for U.S. and Mexico supporters.
Emily Barrera, a 23-year-old athlete from Oaxaca, is preparing for ADCC Mexico City 2026 on June 13. This campaign helps cover her approved competition costs, including registration, transportation, lodging, and food. Your donation helps Emily arrive prepared and focused while Oax Sport tracks expenses and shares a follow-up update.
In Episode 2 of Jueves de Oax Sport on Tribu al Extremo, Juan Victoria speaks with Emily Sofía Barrera about MMA, school, sport psychology, and athlete fundraising. The episode explains how campaigns work, why athlete participation matters, and how donors can support current Oax Sport fundraisers.
Oaxacan MMA athlete Emily Barrera won her first national fight with support from Oax Sport and international donors. This story shows how focused aid can change the path of athletes in underserved communities. From training to travel costs, every donation made a real difference.
Emily Barrera, a rising MMA athlete from Oaxaca, is preparing for the 2025 National Championship. With support from Oax Sport, this campaign aims to raise funds for her travel, gear, and competition costs. Learn how your donation can help her represent her community and open doors for more women in combat sports.