Verde Valle was absolutely bursting with smiles and pure joy this week! Thirty girls and boys from the Fundación Jorge Vergara, specifically from Poncitlán, Jalisco, got an unforgettable morning with the Rebaño. This wasn’t just any visit, either. It was part of the Pásala program, which uses sports to build peace, teach self-care, and get communities buzzing. Talk about making a real difference!
A Morning to Remember at Verde Valle
From the second they stepped foot into Verde Valle, you could feel the energy. These kids packed the stands, hanging on every single shot, every play, every goal during Guadalajara’s training session. Their eyes tracked that ball like hawks, and when players got close? Huge grins broke out everywhere. Even the wait for the main event was awesome, filled with games like rock, paper, scissors. Plenty of them talked about what being a Chivahermano means, whether it was a family tradition or falling for a historically successful team. You just love to see that connection.
Idols Up Close: The Raúl Rangel Moment
Then came the moment everyone was waiting for: meeting the players! Santiago Sandoval and Miguel Gómez were right there, quickly joined by Efraín Álvarez, Luis Romo, Brian Gutiérrez, Kevin Castañeda, Ricardo Marín, Samir Inda, and Raúl Rangel. It was a whirlwind of photos, autographs, and hugs. But the real standout? Young José. This kid came to Verde Valle with one wish: meet Raúl Rangel. Turns out, José’s a goalkeeper too, and Rangel is his absolute hero. When Raúl finally came over, José got that hug, his jersey signed, and a few precious moments with his idol. The look on his face? Priceless. But Rangel wasn’t done! He had several pairs of signed cleats to give out and shared some killer advice with all the aspiring soccer stars. What a guy!
This wasn’t just some field trip to Verde Valle. For these kids in the Pásala program, it was an experience they will never, ever forget. It was a chance to connect with their heroes, feel part of the Rojiblanco family, and really see their dreams come alive. Chivas, through Fundación Jorge Vergara, keeps proving that sports can change lives, build values, and create moments that stick with you forever.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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