​​Four of our DSAL fighters - Armando Carriedo, Alexander Montiel, Fernando Osorio, and Angel Reyes - took on top-level competition at the 2025 Northern California Silver Gloves. For many, it was their first time stepping into the ring, and the experience has already provided invaluable lessons, and set the stage for future wins.

Filo’s participation reflects a small ecosystem of siblings supporting siblings - each motivated to stay active, push themselves, and celebrate one another’s progress. When a family engages together, they create bonds that go beyond the playing field - encouraging, holding each other accountable, and sharing in moments of achievement.

Through DSAL soccer, Galilea has grown in confidence, made new friends, and inspired her teammates-even bringing her mom into the program to share in the fun and healthy habits. Their story details how DSAL Health & Fitness programming can strengthen entire families.

“I really enjoy interacting with the people in the program. I feel like I belong, and that means a lot to me. I’m always included and never made to feel less. My ideas are listened to, valued, and appreciated, and that makes me feel confident and respected.”