Northwestern State University of Louisana

Arriving in 1965, Martinez led a revival of Northwestern's gymnastics program, winning the National Clinic championship and the Mid-South Intercollegiate championship. In 1966, Martinez led the Demons to a new level, winning the National Clinic championship, an AAU Championships runner-up finish, and Northwestern's first athletic national championship with the 1966 NAIA title. The following year, the Demons claimed the National Clinic, AAU, Mid-South, and NAIA championships.