United States
I am a bilingual writer who enjoys writing about and sharing the cultural aspects of soccer. Author of 𝘎𝘰𝘢𝘭!, out 2.24.26, and available for pre-order now.
I frequently collaborate with Major League Soccer and Concacaf on various high-profile events. My previous professional experience includes working for the Columbus Crew and the National Premier Soccer League, as well as serving as English Editor of CentroDeportivo.
Books
Pre-order your copy now! This young reader’s guide to all things soccer offers an engaging introduction to the beautiful game. With over 100 player profiles, Goal! covers soccer’s greatest legends and rising stars, providing detailed information in a young reader–friendly format. Fact boxes highlight major events and milestones in soccer history, making the sport’s rich legacy accessible to young readers.
Authored a chapter for the book "Advertising in America: A Reference Handbook," by Danielle Sarver Coombs. My chapter focused on the importance of multilingualism in communications, using examples from soccer clubs and soccer leagues.
Profiles
Carlos Mojica has had quite the journey. He was born in San Salvador, El Salvador and moved to the U.S. when he was just 11 years old. Mojica grew up in Medina, Ohio and graduated with honors fro...
Articles
An insider's look into El Maestro's 62nd Cavatina
In recent years the performances of Crew SC Academy products Wil Trapp and, more recently, Ben Swanson have garnered national attention. With Trapp becoming a staple in the U.S. National Team's youth ranks and Ben Swanson's own recent call-ups, the two players are giving Crew SC Academy great press.
To say that Hispanic players have had an effect on Major League Soccer would be to vastly understate the impact they have had on American soccer. When one thinks about some of the League's legends, several Hispanic names come to mind.
Press Releases
COLUMBUS - Columbus Crew today announced it has signed midfielder Lucas Zelarayan to a new three-year contract, through the 2024 Major League Soccer season with an option for 2025. The 29-year-old midfielder initially joined the Black & Gold prior to the 2020 MLS season where he had a breakout, MLS
COLUMBUS - Columbus Crew SC anunció hoy que ha adquirido al mediocampista ofensivo argentino de 27 años Lucas Zelarayán, quien se una a Crew SC como Jugador Franquicia. Zelarayán llega a Crew SC del equipo Tigres UANL de la Liga MX, donde ganó seis títulos nacionales y un título internacional.