September 9, 2024

Fremont Rush Coach of the Month: August 2024 - Coach Yayo

Fremont Rush Soccer is proud to announce Juan Carlos "Yayo" Sanchez as the Coach of the Month for August 2024. Coach Yayo’s dedication to player development and his embodiment of Fremont Rush's core values make him a standout within our coaching community.


Coach Yayo has been selected due to his unwavering work ethic and his openness to collaborate with both technical staff and leadership. His enthusiasm is contagious, bringing out the best in his players and fostering a positive, competitive environment. He stands out for his adaptability and deep connection with both players and their families, ensuring that every player feels valued and supported on their journey.


Under Coach Yayo’s guidance, players consistently show up eager and ready to compete. His ability to create a learning platform where players can thrive has resulted in notable improvements in both individual and team performances. His attention to sportsmanship and teamwork allows his players to grow not only as athletes but as individuals. This mindset has fostered an environment where players are motivated to push themselves and learn every day.


Beyond the field, Coach Yayo plays an active role in the Fremont Rush community. Whether mentoring fellow coaches or engaging with parents, he is always looking for ways to support the broader soccer family. A memorable moment this month that highlights his commitment came when he voluntarily moved his training session to a different part of the field to accommodate another coach. This gesture showcased his flexibility and selflessness, further underscoring why he is so highly regarded within the club.


Coach Yayo’s influence extends far beyond his team, as he consistently goes above and beyond to embody the values and principles that define Fremont Rush. His Rush Core Values of leadership, passion for the game, and genuine care for his players have earned him this well-deserved recognition as Coach of the Month.


Congratulations to Coach Yayo for his outstanding contribution to our club! We are excited to see what the future holds for both him and his players as they continue to grow under his guidance.


Go Rush!

By Zee Kerawala August 3, 2025
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By Zee Kerawala July 22, 2025
Via Tricity Voice:  Summer break is filled with fun for kids whether it be from vacation, water parks or summer sports programs. This year Fremont Rush Soccer Club has ensured that every child has the chance to have fun in the sun by launching a special program: TOPSoccer . TOPSoccer is an inclusive soccer program for kids ages 5 to 18 with intellectual or physical disabilities. This past spring, the program debuted its first session at the Karl Nordvik Park in Fremont. “We’ve been trying to build something for kids who may not have the same access to the soccer fields or sports that other kids may have because of either learning disabilities or physical disabilities,” said Fremont Rush founder and president Fernando Colmenares. Each season consists of six Friday evening hour-long sessions where each participant is paired with a volunteer coach or buddy for one-on-one attention. Each session’s activities are completely dependent on the abilities of the players and what they are most excited to do. For example, some sessions will consist of giant soccer balls being kicked around just for fun, while others may have a little bit more structure like having players try to score goals. “Some kids may get really into it and start to dribble around and shoot goals, some kids may like to be out there just running around. It’s whatever the needs of each player are,” explained Colmenares. Fremont Rush director Jerry Losson has been the driving force behind the launch of the program. “I pitched the idea to Fernando Colmenares and Zee Kerawala, our general manager and they both liked the idea and explained that they had previously attempted to start the program. We were all in at that point and went after it,” said Losson. With Losson’s 34 years of teaching in the Fremont Unified School District, he was able to spread the word. “I was also able to leverage my personal and professional connections within Fremont Unified and surrounding school districts [New Haven and Newark] to connect with a variety of schools, their service learning hour coordinators and their special-needs programs coordinators, to get connected with student volunteers to help the TOPSoccer athletes,” said Losson. Alejandra Nangeyali, a mom of one of the players said, “During the first practice I was surprised to see that there were more volunteers than players, which is hard to accomplish because usually there are never enough volunteers for special needs sports.” As much fun as the TOPSoccer is for the kids, parents have also discovered a benefit of their own. “I like connecting with parents who understand having a special needs child and there’s no judgement,” shared parent Patricia Noanchanh. For those parents who are interested in TOPSoccer, Colmenares said, “They can feel confident that someone else is thinking about their kid, someone else is thinking about how we can make an experience better for them. For one day out there you get to watch your son or daughter be an athlete.” View the original article: https://tricityvoice.com/fremont-soccer-club-launches-inclusive-program/
By Zee Kerawala March 19, 2025
Fremont Rush Soccer proudly hosted our first-ever Starting XI Pizza Party at Bombay Pizza House to celebrate our January 2025 recipients! These 11 standout players, selected by their coaches, demonstrated exceptional dedication, sportsmanship, and one of the Rush Core Values on and off the field. Players and their families gathered at Bombay Pizza House, where they enjoyed a dine-in pizza party featuring: 🍕 One Large Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza 🍕 One Large Specialty Pizza of Their Choice 🥤 Two 2-Liter Sodas 🧄 Three Orders of Garlic Sticks In addition to the delicious food, the event brought teammates together, strengthened the Rush community, and emphasized the importance of recognizing player achievements. As part of this significant milestone, each recipient was awarded the inaugural Starting XI certificate, acknowledging their hard work, commitment, and embodiment of Rush values. This new tradition adds a meaningful aspect to our monthly celebration, providing players with a lasting keepsake to commemorate their achievements. 📸 Check Out the Highlights! 📸 Relive the fun from our first Starting XI celebration by browsing the event photos here: https://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-jNjhTx We extend our sincere appreciation to Bombay Pizza House for their ongoing support, hospitality, and commitment to our Rush players. Their partnership allows us to create meaningful moments while giving back to our athletes. We can’t wait for next month’s Starting XI celebration! Keep working hard, Rush players - your next pizza party could be just around the corner! Go Rush! ⚽🔥
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