Coach Abdul loves sports! His two favorite sports are basketball and golf, followed by soccer.  His favorite color is black. He feels privileged to work with the youth.  He understands it is important for the youth to have good role models and safe spaces to thrive.  He enjoys spending time with his family, telling stories and making people laugh.  

Coach Raul born and raised in Portland Oregon. His favorite sport is basketball and his favorite color is blue. As a youth he participated in multiple sports; baseball, football, basketball, and track & field.  He started out playing basketball, he later found a passion for football. Which led him to play football at the College of the Siskiyous. While continuing to follow his passion for sports he began coaching and mentoring youth athletes while attending Portland State University where he graduated in communications and child development. Coach Raul understands the importance of building confidence and team work during childhood and implements these values in his work. He loves spending time with his family. During his free time, he likes trying new foods and exploring the outdoors in the PNW.

Ms. T enjoys being part of the support system for the Youth while they grow and learn to navigate life.  Her favorite sport is volleyball, and her favorite color is red. She believes sports are fun and all Youth should have the opportunity to experience being part of a team. While building lifelong skills, making friends and having fun. She enjoys spending time with family, cooking, gardening, writing poems and reading.