February Female Athlete of the Month: Cielo Portillo

Cielo PortilloGrade: 8thSchool: Dean L Shively Middle SchoolWrestling Program: South El MonteCoach: Chris LopezFavorite School Subject: Science - Really enjoys doing lab experimentsFavorite thing about wrestling:  Wrestling has opened doors for me to meet new people and make new friends. I also love learning new moves "Dodgers or Angels:  Dodgers, because her Dad used to watch games with her.Mountains or Beach: Beach, because her Dad used to take her to the Beach when she was younger.Favorite Athlete : Rhonda Rousey- Rhonda is her inspiration why she loves fighting because Cielo also loves boxing, which her dad taught her to do.

“Cielo is a quiet leader, she leads by example. She comes to practice ready to learn everyday and is very respectful. She is always ready to help others if needed and always displays a positive attitude” – Coach Chris