24 Hour Fitness and San Diego Wave FC Continue Celebrating Excellence in Coaching
Posted: September 26, 2025 in Chains
24 Hour Fitness
SAN DIEGO, CA – 24 Hour Fitness and San Diego Wave FC will once again take the pitch during the home stretch of the season to celebrate four Southern California high school coaches whose leadership extends far beyond the sidelines.
Selected from nominations submitted by peers, athletes, and community members, the honorees — Nick Johnston (Rancho Buena Vista High School Boys Waterpolo), Nicky Geis (SET High School Girls Basketball) Miguel Barragan (Oceanside High School Girls Varsity Soccer), Elliott Cutcliffe (Bostonia Global High School Girls Volleyball and Softball)— represent the very best of high school sports. Their dedication to building resilient athletes, promoting healthy living, and uplifting their communities continues to set a standard for excellence both on and off the field.
Each coach will receive a $1,000 grant to support their school’s athletic program and a one-year 24 Hour Fitness membership to help maintain their own health and wellness. The recognition will take place live during the Wave’s halftime on-field experience, with Karl Sanft, CEO of 24 Hour Fitness, personally shining a spotlight on the coaches shaping tomorrow’s leaders.
“At 24 Hour Fitness, we see every day how the right coach can transform lives,” said Sanft. “These honorees are doing more than leading teams toward a strong finish. They are teaching their athletes resilience, discipline, and confidence that will guide them for a lifetime.”
“The Wave’s mission is rooted in building stronger communities through sport,” said Alyssa Haynes, Head of Corporate Partnerships at San Diego Wave FC. “We are proud to continue this partnership with 24 Hour Fitness in honoring coaches who inspire athletes and families across Southern California.”
