Our Mission

Cross Youth Initiative is a dynamic collegiate campus group dedicated to reaching and empowering the next generation through a unique blend of faith and sports. Partnering with faith-based youth organizations, we organize spontaneous sports meetups, competitive tournaments, and engaging sports camps for middle and high school students. Our mission is to inspire and mentor youth by combining athletic activities with the teachings of Christ. College students serve as coaches and role models, building meaningful relationships and providing positive guidance. Join us in fostering a community where sports and spirituality come together to create lasting impacts on young lives through the Cross Youth Initiative.

Our Team

Program Director

Brian Wang

Brian graduated from UC Berkeley in 2008 and loves basketball. Always open to play 1 on 1.

Program Director

Michelle Wang

Michelle graduated from UC Davis in 2008. She played tennis all her life, but recently found a new passion in volleyball.

Volunteer

Uvaldo Chavez

Uvaldo graduated from UC Berkeley in 2017. Expect him to dominate on the court, field, or pitch anywhere.

Volunteer

Vanessa Chavez

Vanessa graduated from UC Berkeley in 2018. Former track star, she now loves volleyball and pushes students to do their best.

Volunteer

Jessica Gongora

Jessica graduated from UCI in 2023. She loves volleyball, and played it throughout high school and college. Loves Haikyu!!

OUR partner

AYM is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and a parachurch ministry of Acts2 Network, made up of college students and alumni with the goal of mentoring middle and high school students and supporting our community!