NC Fusion shares its continued commitment to the Hispanic community through sport

In a continued effort to increase access to sport through its core value of “Community”, NC Triad Fusion has made several large steps in working more closely with the Triad’s Hispanic community.

NC Triad Fusion has recently hired Manny Pereda in the role of Hispanic Community Administrator. Manny will assist Spanish speaking families with administrative functions, such as registration, calendars and general communication to ensure the club provides a high level of service and communication to its Spanish speaking parents and players.

“Originally from Peru, I grew up in New Jersey where I was named the best high school defensive player. I attended Bloomfield College on a full athletic scholarship and was named Defensive Player of the Year for NCAA Division II in 2001 and graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. I spent time playing on the NJ Metro Stars Major League Soccer Reserve team. I have now spent 11 years of successfully running many indoor leagues at Winston Salem SoccerPlex and Rise Indoor Sports facilities. After 3 years working as the Director of the Hispanic Outreach for Twin City Soccer, I am very glad to bring my experience back to the NC Fusion Soccer programs,” said Manny.

NC Fusion would also like to announce its continued partnership with several local Hispanic based organizations and coaches. 

In Guilford County, NC Fusion is a strong supporter of Pumas NC, an organization owned and operated be Cesar Aburto and Endy Ramirez. Cesar has served as a coach and goalkeeper coach in NC Fusion this year, and several of their teams have had the opportunity to participate in Fusion programs and leagues. 

“Working jointly to support our players thrive in and out of the fields has been a gratifying partnership with Fusion. This is an important step on bringing our communities together and growing our soccer family,” said Endy Ramirez.

In Forsyth County, NC Fusion is a strong supporter of Corona FC, an organization owned and operated by Susana Carballo. Susana has served as a coach in NC Fusion this year, and several of her teams have participated in the Fusion Junior Academy program.

“United to give to our community the option to go beyond a soccer game and make them see that hard work and commitment can give them the chance to play in college,” said Susana Carballo.

In addition to the efforts to build intentional relationships with the Hispanic soccer community, NC Fusion provides access to players by providing financial assistance to any players that are unable to participate due to financial situation. NC Fusion is dedicated to providing opportunities in sport to all youth, regardless of the ability to pay, to the extent that financial assistance funds are available. The financial assistance program is funded through community donations. If you are interested in supporting players in our community through the NC Fusion financial assistance program, please click HERE.

Please see this special opportunity for youth soccer coaches in Spanish below!

*Free Event for Parents, Family & Community Members**

We invite you to learn more about being a youth soccer coach and what tools are available at US Soccer!

Saturday, May 21 we will have a coach from the North Carolina Youth Soccer Association giving a free session for our community!

The event will be in Spanish and all who participate will be given a coupon for more courses at the US Soccer Learning Center.