Winter Sports

Athletic Trainer

Head Trainer: Olivia Mikaelian
Email olivia.mikaelian@pueblod60.org

Hello Bulldogs!

I am Olivia (Liv) Mikaelian. I am born and raised from Albuquerque, NM. I moved to Pueblo, CO fall of 2020 to start my college career. Pueblo quickly became home and I fell in love with the community and everyone in it. 

I graduated in May of 2025 from CSU Pueblo with my Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences and my Masters of Science in Athletic Training. While I completed my 3+2 degree plan to get both of my degrees on the accelerated path- I was an NCAA Division II track and field athlete. I finished my career with All American honors, as well as All RMAC honors. 

I have a true passion for athletics and sports medicine,  and I love working at the high school level. My goal is to teach the kids about their athletic injuries- while also help find themselves outside of their sport. I am here to support them throughout all things in life and I love getting to know them all! 

First Aid Responder: Cheyenne Minjarez
Email cheyenne.minjarez@pueblod60.org

I've been at Centennial as the First Aid Responder for 5 years now. I graduated from Centennial High School in 2019. I've been an EMT for 7 years, getting my certification while I was in high school. I worked at Parkview Medical Center in the Emergency Department as an EMT for 2.5 years. I always enjoy coming back to Centennial to work with the athletes each year and getting to watch them play and excel with every season!

Boys Basketball

Coach:

Hockey

Pueblo County High School (D70)

Wrestling

Coach: Nick Ponce
Email

I am entering my fifth season at Pueblo Centennial, where I have the privilege of coaching both wrestling and football. I spent two years as the assistant wrestling coach before stepping into the role of head coach. I am passionate about helping our student-athletes develop their skills, confidence, and character. I’m a proud graduate of Pueblo Centennial and have earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from CSU-Pueblo in Spring 2024. 

Aside from coaching, I teach Physical Education at Nettie S. Freed Expeditionary K-8, and I will be entering my second year in that role. I believe strongly in the power of sports to teach valuable life lessons, and my coaching philosophy is built around three key principles: effort, attitude, and respect. I always encourage students to give their best effort — when they do, I’m proud to support and guide them every step of the way. Maintaining a positive attitude, whether winning or losing, is crucial because sports are about humility, resilience, and growth. Respect for teammates, coaches, officials, and everyone involved in the game is essential, and I believe that learning to show respect in sports will serve students well in all areas of life.

In the summer we typically compete at 3-4 summer wrestling tournaments/events. Most events allow incoming freshmen to compete if they would like to. Please reach out to me if you’re interested. 

My goal is to create a positive, supportive environment where students can learn, improve, and most importantly, enjoy their time in athletics while building important life skills.