Meet the Coaches
The Coaching Staff Behind Every Program
Every Protege Athletics coach is trained in our athlete-first curriculum, bringing structure, energy, and encouragement to every session.
Wilbert Rodriguez
Founder & Head Coach
Founded Protege Athletics in 2012 and leads our flagship programs, pairing structured curriculum with hands-on coaching on every campus.
Gabe Jonusas
Program Coach
Brings an energetic, fundamentals-first approach to every session, focused on building confidence through repetition and encouragement.
Michael Ortega
Program Coach
Emphasizes coordination and game IQ, helping athletes understand the why behind every drill, not just the how.
Victor Martinez
Program Coach
Focuses on technical fundamentals and hand-eye coordination, building patient, detail-oriented young athletes.
Lorenzo Viera
Program Coach
Creates a high-energy, team-first environment where every student is coached to contribute and communicate.
Darren Silva
Co-Head Coach
Co-leads our flagship programs alongside Wilbert, pairing structured curriculum with hands-on coaching on every campus.
Daniel Sotolongo
Program Coach
Builds athleticism and discipline through structured, progressive training that keeps students engaged and moving.