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COACHES

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Coach Chris

6u Flag

Playing experience: Pop Warner- El Rancho High school Football- Head Coach Alhambra NFL Flag -Assistant Coach Whittier Trojans

Personal info: My name is Cristopher Flores but my players call me Coach Flores. I played football at El Rancho High School, where I was honored as an All-Area Honorable Mention and named ER Don’s Most Improved Player my senior year. I’m a husband, a father, and a passionate coach who began my journey two years ago as the head coach for the Alhambra NFL Flag 6U team, followed by serving as an assistant coach for the Whittier Trojans flag football team.

Season Goals: My goal for our 6U flag team is to develop the athletes both on and off the field, focusing on fundamental skills, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship, to ensure they're prepare.

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Coach Minero

8u Tackle

Playing experience: I played junior all-American football for La Mirada from the ages of 7 to 13. I continued playing all four years in high school. After taking a couple of years off, I went on to play semi-pro football for 5 years.​

Personal info: I am a husband and a father first. Football has always been a passion of mine, and I was blessed to play the game for many years. I’m a hardworking, loving man who brings energy, discipline, and care into everything I do.​

Season Goals: My goals are to win some games, but more importantly, to help guide these young boys into becoming strong young men. I want them to have fun, develop a love for the game, and learn valuable lessons on and off the field.

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Coach Ronnie

10u Tackle

Playing experience: St. Paul High School Hall of Fame, San Jose State University 4-year starter, NCAA D1 Rimington Trophy Watchlist. Current OL coach at La Serna High School. 2023 CIF state champions

Personal info: I am a family man with three boys. I am married to my beautiful wife, Jennifer. I want to give back to the game that forged my character, so my three boys can benefit from the life skills football provides.

Season Goals: 1. Develop a love for the game. 2. Create a bond with coaches and teammates 3. Develop a winning mindset

Coach Soto

11u Tackle

Playing experience: High School and Marine Corps

Personal info: Coaching youth football on and off since 2000. I'm currently coaching WCK 11u. I have a big desire to teach kids the game of football.​

Season Goals: Watch my kids develop, compete, and enjoy the game of football.

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Coach Allen

12u Tackle

Playing experience: HS-3 Year Varsity Player earned All CIF, Del Rio League, and Whittier Daily All Area Team. College- 2 years, Cerritos College Falcons. Earned a Scholarship to the Iowa Wesleyan Tigers

Personal info: As a Husband, devoted father of five, and a dedicated coach for over 20 years in my community, I have made it my life's mission to guide and mentor young athletes in their journey through the game of football. Inspired by the mentors who shaped my path, I am passionate about paying it forward by using football as a tool to instill valuable life lessons and make a positive impact on the next generation.

Season Goals: To utilize the game of football to teach life skills and lessons. To instill a passion for the game, and compete. 

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Coach Erod

Minor Division Girls Flag

Playing experience: Coach Edgar Rodriguez brings a wealth of experience both on and off the field. A three-year starter at the University of La Verne and a two-year letterman at El Rancho High School, Coach Rodriguez has competed at a high level and understands the dedication it takes to excel in football.

Personal info With over 10 years of expertise in athletic medicine and athletic development, he blends his playing background with sports science to create a training environment that emphasizes skill, safety, and performance. His approach focuses on building movement literacy, confidence, and teamwork while helping athletes maximize their potential.

Season Goals: Coach Rodriguez is passionate about teaching the game of flag football and is committed to developing athletes not just as players, but as leaders both on and off the field.

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Coach Billy

14u Tackle

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Coach Ricky

Major Divsion Girls Flag

Playing experience: Played flag football in my teen years. Been coaching for 2.5 years

Personal info: I work in law enforcement. Happily married with 2 daughters. My youngest daughter has been playing as long as I have been coaching

Season Goals: To teach the younger generation flag football skills and hopefully to win the championship.

To teach the kids the meaning of playing together.

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