Omar Quintanilla
Omar Quintanilla
Omar Quintanilla also known as “Q” began his baseball journey playing youth baseball with the Socorro Astros, Socorro Pirates and the Bandits. His baseball journey was nurtured by support from his Mom Olga Quintanilla and Dad Manuel Javier Quintanilla. Omar comes from an encouraging and supportive baseball family and his love of the game includes guidance from his brothers Javier, Alex and Joel and his Sisters Veronica and Claudia.
Quintanilla was a star player at Socorro High School playing from 1996-2000 for Coach Chris Forbes earning multiple All District, All City and All State honors.
Omar signed to play collegiately with the University of Texas Longhorns and was a starter on their 2002 National Championship team. He earned All-Conference honors and multiple trips to the College World Series. His play in the College World Series against Rice still rates as a consistent highlight shown by ESPN during their coverage of tournament action.
Quintanilla began his professional career in 2003 signing in the First Round of the MLB Draft with the Oakland A’s. His professional journey includes making his Major League Debut in 2005 with the Colorado Rockies and also playing in the Major Leagues with the Texas Rangers, Baltimore Orioles and New York Mets
Omar enjoys the unconditional support, love and partnership with his wife Cynthia and his children Carla and Ariel.
