Proud to hold a team GPA of 3.4

Education

Soccer


Mentorship

Mission Statement

Nicks Kids Soccer is a youth program focused on the well being of each and every individual. Our mission is to ensure every child within our program is able to enjoy the benefits of being a child. Our goal is to make sure that children are able to articulate and surround themselves with positive people and a positive environment to ensure a positive future.

Meet our staff

Officer Joyce

Officer Joyce

Co-Founder

Kind- hearted individual who seeks nothing but change within the growing community of Nickerson Gardens. He is confident that every child is capable of achieving their dreams and goals no matter where they come from, whilst teaching them a correct set of morals and values. Officer Joyce looks above himself to help the rest, and may forget about himself to ensure every child within Nicks Kids has a bright path. His dedication and motivation for Nicks Kids has helped us grow in every positive direction.

Lupita Valdovino

Lupita Valdovino

Co-Founder

Lupita is a college graduate and on her way to becoming a teacher. She has a passion to help children and create positive change in her community. She is the engine that has driven Nicks Kids forward. She created Homework club to help the kids with their school work, monitors and keeps on top of each kids grades, mentors, completes all Nicks kids Administration work,and maintains our social media. She is a great example to all the kids that with hard work and determination you can accomplish your dreams.

Victor Banuelos

Victor Banuelos

Co-Founder/ coach

Co-Founder and Coach; Victor is a Twenty year old, who dedicates his time and passion to Nicks Kids. Most of our younger and quiet bunch look up to him.
Victor is currently a college student, and does all he can to impact these children's lives positively.

Maricela Banuelos

Maricela Banuelos

Team Mom

A strong woman, who asks for nothing but positive change for the children within the community. Maricela and her family exemplify that nothing is impossible as long as one is willing to welcome change.

Gabriel Banuelos

Gabriel Banuelos

co-founder

At such a young age, Gabriel (Gibby) has become a role model for our student athletes. He is the definition of a leader and always leads from the front. Gibby is finishing his freshman year at UCLA.
Gabriel maintained a GPA above a 4.0 throughout his 4 years at Verb and was able to choose UCLA from a pool of prestigious schools from which he was admitted to. Gabriel is and will always be a great example and role model for our student athletes.

Tony Gamas

Tony Gamas

Coach

Tony is not just a parent but a valuable part of our program. He volunteers much of his time to mentor our kids, pass on his life experiences and ensure they have a positive mindset on and off the soccer pitch.

Edwin Martinez

Edwin Martinez

Mentor

Edwin is currently completing his second year at El Camino College. There he is preparing himself to become a counselor.

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Nicks Kids

Team Captains

We have a total of six exemplary team captains. These student athletes have demonstrated strong leadership skills, and we know set a great example for Nicks Kids. "Most leaders lead to create followers. We create leaders who inspire others to become leaders." -JJ
Gabriel Banuelos

Gabriel Banuelos

Captain/ Mentor

Gabriel is a freshman at UCLA.

He demonstrates strong leadership skills, and always does what is best for the kids. Gabriel always puts the needs of others before his own on the pitch and everywhere else. Gabriel was the recipient for the 2021 Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award.

Arturo Barriga

Arturo Barriga

Captain/ Mentor

Tury brings such great energy to Nicks Kids. He always has a positive mindset towards everything and passes this trait on to our youth. He can brighten up any room with his jokes and persona. Though life has thrown Tury many challenges, he takes each challenge, overcomes it and uses it to propel him forward in life.

Joshua Sanchez

Joshua Sanchez

Captain/ Mentor

Accepted in over 20 universities throughout the nation.

Joshua is currently completing his freshman year at USC. Joshua is a great example for our kids; educationally he always puts his school work before anything else.

Andrew Valenzuela

Andrew Valenzuela

Captain

Senior
Andrew can be quiet at times, however he always stands up for what is right and is a great example for our kids.

Samantha Sanchez

Samantha Sanchez

Captain

Senior
Sam is a senior at St. Mary's. Though Sam can be quiet, she is a great leader and example for our youth. She exemplifies our program in all she does both in and out of the soccer pitch. She is an amazing student with many talents.

Alexander Rodriguez

Alexander Rodriguez

Captain

At such a young age, Alex exemplifies a great leader. He isn't afraid to speak up and looks up to many of our older youth; especially Gabriel. we know Alex will continue to impact others and set a great example in all he does.

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