Jose Murillo of ENMU Men's Basketball and Chama El Hadiri of Cross Country have been honored as the 2025-26 Greatest Greyhounds, recognizing their outstanding athletic achievements. Murillo is the 81st male recipient; he is the first men’s basketball player to earn the title since the 2014-2015 season. El Hadiri is the first female cross country athlete to receive this accolade in a decade, marking significant accomplishments in their respective sports.

By the Numbers
  • Murillo averaged 16.2 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, leading the Lone Star in field goal percentage (65.1%) and blocked shots (2.0 per game).
  • El Hadiri placed 13th at her conference meet and earned two Freshman Runner of the Week awards in just her first season.
Yes, But

The recognitions highlight the individual talents of both athletes but could also spark discussions about the long-term consistency and potential challenges for the athletics department in maintaining a high competitive standard across other sports.

State of Play
  • Murillo currently plays professionally with the Dorados de Chihuahua in Mexico.
  • The ENMU Cross Country team is set to start their new season on September 5th in Las Cruces, with El Hadiri looking to build on her successful debut year.
What's Next

Both athletes are expected to continue their successful trajectories, with Murillo competing at a professional level and El Hadiri preparing to enhance her performance in the upcoming cross country season.

Bottom Line

The honors for Murillo and El Hadiri not only celebrate their individual achievements but also symbolize a promising future for ENMU athletics, inspiring others within the program to aspire for similar recognition.