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Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

We are proud to have a dedicated team of passionate individuals committed to empowering the youth in Little Village through sports. Our team works tirelessly to create opportunities for young athletes, fostering an environment where they can develop their skills, build confidence, and cultivate teamwork. Together, we are making a positive impact in our community, one game at a time.

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Rey Raigoza

Founder, Executive Director, and Baseball Coach. 

Rey Raigoza, a native of Little Village, founded Urban Warriors to expand opportunities for youth in his community. Recognizing the limited opportunities for young athletes, he began mentoring a small group, focusing on discipline, leadership, and civic engagement. This grassroots effort evolved into Urban Warriors, officially becoming a nonprofit in 2022. With degrees in Economics and Public Policy from DePaul University, Rey has led Urban Warriors to serve hundreds of youth through programs in sports, financial literacy, multimedia, and leadership, significantly impacting Little Village and surrounding areas.

Operations

Sarai Guerrero

Director of Development & Community Advancement

Natalia Gonzalez

Program Manager

Marketing

Rosalba Valdez

Marketing Director

The Kid From Pilsen

Visual Storyteller

Sophia Pedro Torrez

Visual Storyteller

Alexander Guerrero

Website & SEO Strategist

Jasmine Chavez

Social Media Coordinator

Coaches & Instructors

Emilyn Ramirez

Soccer Coach

Mariana Miranda

Soccer Coach

Nico Tenoch Rizo

Chess Coach

Isaiah Roman

Assistant Baseball Coach

Lupita Meléndez

Yoga Instructor

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Rey Raigoza

Founder, Executive Director, and Baseball Coach 

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Rosalba Valdez

Marketing Director

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Emilyn Ramirez

Soccer Coach

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Mariana Miranda

Soccer Coach

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Nico Tenoch Rizo

Chess Coach

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William Guerrero

Visual Storyteller, Photography & Videography

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Isaiah Roman

Assistant Baseball Coach

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Lupita Melendez

Yoga Instructor

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