YMCA COACH OF THE SEASON
FALL 2022

Collin Bator
Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA
Coach Collin has been with the Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA for two seasons and has been a great connection for new parents and players!
“When I was little I was involved in the YMCA soccer program and just recently got back into it as a coach,” Collin said. “It’s been amazing to relive the excitement and energy of our Saturday morning leagues. My goal is to give these kids an opportunity to shine on and off the field!”

Efrain Zamora
Toby Wells YMCA
Efrain has volunteered for multiple seasons at the YMCA in a variety of different sports. His character and consistency are key in supporting young athletes through the game of soccer. Efrain is a prime example of a positive role model in the YMCA community that contributes to the success of youth both on and off the field!

Abel Pineda
Jackie Robinson Family YMCA
Abel is a veteran soccer coach. He has been a part of the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA for many seasons and has coached players from ages seven-to-twelve. In addition, Abel has two daughters who participate in the Jackie Robinson soccer program. Abel’s philosophy and passion has been an integral part of positive growth for all the participants at the YMCA. Abel’s commitment to the children and families has deeply impacted the Jackie Robinson community and the branch is blessed to have him as a volunteer coach.

John Araiza
Copley-Price Family YMCA
Fall 2022 marks John’s first season volunteering at Copley-Price YMCA. He has prior experience playing and coaching soccer. John enjoys giving back to the community and has always felt that connection with soccer. Thank you, John, for your support. We appreciate you!

Geoff Morse
Ryan Family YMCA
Geoff is a program coordinator’s dream! He is an extremely organized and efficient coach. Geoff not only does a great job coaching youth on the field, but is great about sending reminders and weekly updates throughout the season. Through his actions, Geoff exemplifies the YMCA’s core values!

Randy Gwin
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA
Coach Randy has coached at the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA for multiple seasons in the branch’s peewee and youth programs. He has consistently gone above and beyond providing stellar support for every team he has coached over the years. The Ecke YMCA is truly grateful for all of Coach Randy’s time and commitment coaching teams and inspiring his players’ passion for the game of soccer!