El Paso’s Female Powerhouses Are Making Moves in 2026

We’re just one week into the new year, and El Paso is already in the national spotlight and it’s all thanks to three incredible women showing exactly how tough, talented, and unstoppable girls can be.

First, there’s Stephanie Han, El Paso’s undefeated boxing star who is showing the world that determination and skill pay off in the biggest arenas. Then there’s Cindy Balandran, who is taking her talents to the global stage as a competitor on a hit Amazon Prime reality series, ready to go head-to-head with some of the strongest and smartest contestants around. And finally, Krystall Poppin is turning heads with her music, film, and community leadership and soon she will be earning official recognition from the city while inspiring audiences everywhere.

From the boxing ring to reality TV to the music stage, these El Pasoans are proving that our city produces world-class women ready to take on anything. These three women are having major “Mija, Yes You Can” moments and I am loving all of it!

Meet Stephanie Han: World Boxing Champion

Earlier this year El Paso’s own Stephanie Han took the co-main event spotlight in San Juan, Puerto Rico, facing off against the legendary Holly Holm on the Amanda Serrano-Reina Tellez card…

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