Awarded to Hector
For Demonstrating
An Undefeatable Spirit
Meet Hector
Current Club: 703 Warriors
At Soccer Unleashed, we believe in celebrating the whole player, not just their goals, but their grit. Not just their talent, but their heart. That’s why we’re honored to name Hector as our newest Soccer Warrior! A player that represents the kind of leadership, discipline, and perseverance that shapes a team from the inside out.
Hector was recommended by 703 Warriors, a Virginia-based youth soccer club because he doesn’t just show up—he shows out. Whether it’s training on his own time, leading warm-ups, or holding teammates accountable, he plays every game and attends every practice with focus, fire, and humility.
“He doesn’t take plays off. He doesn’t make excuses. He leads by example.”
~ Anees Merzi, 703 Warriors
Hector recently scored a hat trick against one of the top-ranked teams in Virginia. But it’s not just his skill that stands out—it’s his mindset. After a rocky start to the season and a string of tough losses, Hector never wavered. Instead of sulking or blaming, he rallied his team and trained harder. He encouraged others. And eventually, he led the Warriors to the win against the #21 team in the state.​​​
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“Hector reminded us why we started this journey—to one day compete at the academy level.
He helped shift the teams’ mindset, and the results followed.”
~ Anees Merzi, 703 Warriors
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He brings grit, respect, and discipline to every practice. He’s the heartbeat of his squad—raising the energy, refocusing the group when needed, and lifting others by the way he moves through the game.​
Warrior Mode: Activated at 703
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Hector isn’t just a standout on the field. He's a product of something truly special.
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He came up through 703 Warriors, a completely free youth soccer program that’s changing what’s possible for kids in communities where access to travel soccer is often out of reach.
703 Warriors isn’t your typical soccer club. It’s a movement. In neighborhoods where cost, transportation, or opportunity hold kids back, they step in with purpose, heart, and a belief that every child deserves a shot.
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For Hector, that meant more than just playing the game. It meant having coaches who believed in him and a community that gave him space to grow as both a player and a leader. 703 Warriors helped shape Hector into the kind of person who leads from the front—and brings others with him.
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Every season, 703 Warriors offers hundreds of kids:​
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Accessible coaching & mentorship for ages 7–12
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Life skill development through the game
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Health, well-being & substance awareness
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True inclusivity regardless of background or finances
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703 Warriors isn't just training players. They’re empowering futures. And Hector is proof.
“Hector shows us the ripple effect of what happens when kids are given opportunity, guidance, and belief,” says
~ Anees Merzi, 703 Warriors​​
Soccer Unleashed is proud to recognize Hector as a Soccer Warrior because he lives out the values that matter most: grit, respect, and heart, on and off the field. And with 703 Warriors in his corner, this is only the beginning. Congrats, Hector. Keep leading. Keep believing. And keep chasing what’s possible.
