Meet the Team
Tony Everett
“I believe children deserve a champion, someone who believes in them. By providing a positive role model who supports the development of their confidence and self-esteem, we can get these kids to believe in themselves. This will lead to an understanding of where his or her life is headed, making it easier for the child… Read More
Chris Panaia
“We are all on a journey to live a life worth living, to make a positive impact on the world we live, and to leave our own unique stroke on its colorful canvas. Every day at Pure Game we get to encourage and inspire young souls to discover their unique… Read More
Danny Torres
“For me Pure Game has had a huge impact on my life. It has changed my life around. I work with kids that are struggling in life. Now that I have been working with Pure Game for two years, I feel like a positive role model to my community and I… Read More
Danielle Brown
“I love my job! I want to continue to be a supportive, passionate and energetic role model for these kids so they can live fuller more purposeful lives. Every kid deserves a chance in life and every kid deserves to have someone that cheers for them. I am glad I am that… Read More
Jose Valente
“Volunteering with Pure Game has been the best choice I have made in life, not only do I have the opportunity to be a great leader and remodel in my community but I also get to go to other places around the world and change the lives of other affected children so they… Read More
Meet Our Board
Jimmy Puccini
“I joined the Pure Game family after witnessing Tony Everett’s vision, to encourage & shape the lives of marginalized youth, to work to change the actions of many participants. Pure Game uses a unique platform to first engage children by using the “pickup”, “backyard”, “street” soccer concept that’s free flowing and… Read More
Jeanette Valencia
“I believe every child deserves to be encouraged and shown that they are not defined by negative circumstances that they may face growing up. Pure Game is the voice of possibilities and I love the positive impact Pure Game has on children’s lives!”
Erik Woodbury
Outside of the legal arena, Erik is a lifelong soccer player, coach, and mentor. Even now, as an over-the-hill former athlete, he still plays competitve soccer for a team in Orange County. His passion for soccer and service brought him to Pure Game in 2013, when he joined a small… Read More
Frank Acosta
“It is a privilege to serve a board member of Pure Game. I look forward to working with other board members who share the same vision as I do and that is, children deserve the opportunity to succeed. The challenge is getting a child to see and believe just how… Read More
Mike Fransz
“This world would be a different place if everyone had a “Champion” in their corner to support them during the challenges of life. Pure Game uses soccer to champion “at risk” kids and gives them hope for a successful future. .”
Ian Thomas
“Pure Game embodies all of the values and ideals that I hold dearest to my heart. It is encouraging, engaging, fun, active and compassionate. Telling a child who may never have been told that they matter is a special privilege. My mission is to help Pure Game staff, volunteers and… Read More
Jim D’Agostino
Dr. D’Agostino joined the Pure Game Board of Directors as a result of seeing how well the program worked at his school and other schools through the GRIP (Gang Reduction Intervention Partnership) program and the profound impact it had on students. Pure Game gives at-risk students the opportunity to make… Read More
Eric McGrath
“I am excited to be a part of Pure Game because I like soccer, kids, and Tony & Chris…I want to see it grow and be successful.”