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| Prior to College |
Las Cruces High School: 5A state finalist in 2024… won the district championship in 2022, 2023 and 2024… three-time captain on the varsity team… selected to the first team all-district team in 2022, 2023 and 2024 and the district player of the year in 2023 and 2024… named an all-state player by the United Soccer Coaches in 2022… scored 106 goals with 52 assists during her high school career.
Club: Played for Rio Rapids and New Mexico Soccer Academy.
Barela on choosing UNM: “It is clear that the coaches truly care for their players and push them to be well-rounded individuals. It’s inspiring and has made me want to become a better version of myself both on and off the field.”