What started as a nickname on dusty practice fields has become a movement: Torta Power.
If you follow Mario Luna Football on TikTok, YouTube, or IG, you already know the grind behind the name—the extra reps, the late-night editing sessions, the road trips that never seem to end. Today, that grind delivers its biggest milestone yet…
I’m beyond proud to announce that I will be attending Orange Lutheran High School in California. 🏈📚
This wasn’t luck. It took strategy, faith, sacrifice.
Starting From the Bottom: Football in Mexico 🇲🇽
My football journey began in Ensenada, Baja California. I wasn’t handed a perfect path. I had to fight for every opportunity.
I played on multiple teams in Mexico—Rosarito Rangers, COBACH Tigres de Tijuana, Osos de Ensenada—and later took my talents to elite U.S. teams like the San Diego Bolts and the OG Ducks, where the competition was faster, bigger, and sharper.
Every rep, every loss, every long road trip taught me discipline and kept me humble. I knew I had to level up to play with the best—and that’s when we made a bold decision.
What Is Reclassing (AKA Hold Back)?
Reclassing means repeating a school grade—not because you failed, but to give yourself more time to grow physically, mentally, and athletically.
In football—especially for linemen—that extra time can be a game-changer. It’s known as a “hold back.”
I reclassed not because I couldn’t keep up, but because I knew I had more to build. I needed to mature, gain size, improve my footwork, and prepare for the speed and size of high-level competition.
Yes, some people judged me. Some called it cheating. But real athletes know development isn’t a race. Reclassing gave me a shot at playing the game the right way—with confidence and readiness—and now I’m stepping into that next chapter with pride.
Why I Chose Orange Lutheran High School 🟠⚫️
After looking at multiple schools, Orange Lutheran (OLu) stood out. Located in Orange, California, this private Christian high school offers the perfect balance of elite football, strong academics, and faith-based values—everything my family and I were looking for.
What makes OLu special?
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Trinity League football: one of the toughest high-school leagues in the nation
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College-prep academics with top-tier support services
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Faith & character focus that shapes students on and off the field
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A coaching staff that believes in developing linemen the right way—technique, mindset, and leadership
This is where I know I’ll grow—not just as a lineman, but as a man.
Gratitude for the Journey 🙏
I couldn’t have gotten here without my people.
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Parents: thank you for every ride, every meal, every sacrifice, and every moment of belief.
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Coaches: in Mexico and the U.S.—thank you for pushing me, teaching me, and helping me see what I was capable of.
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Teammates: past and present—you are my brothers for life.
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Torta Power familia: the ones who have been watching my journey and supporting the brand—thank you. I see you. I do this for all of us.
What’s Next?
Now it’s time to compete.
Now it’s time to show what Torta Power truly means.
I’ll keep training, keep creating content, and keep representing 🇲🇽 proudly in everything I do. I’ll be posting my journey—on and off the field—to inspire the next generation of athletes who might feel like the odds are stacked against them.
If you’re a young lineman, a player from Mexico, or someone thinking about reclassing to chase your dream—know that it’s possible.
The dream is real—and Mario Luna Football is just getting started.
Let’s go. Torta Power forever. 💪🔥
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