Rudy Ybarra’s life spans the history of soccer in Santa Barbara.
From his days watching his father play to his own professional career to becoming one of the area’s premier coaches, Rudy embodies what it means to give back to our soccer community.
It’s the same spirit that Santa Barbara Sky FC aspires to be about.
Rudy’s son, Marco Ybarra, continued in his grandfather and father’s footsteps.
Inspired by his family’s history—and seeing an opportunity to help players from his community—Marco began promoting the game, players and matches, and continues to do so today.
Learn how below.