<![CDATA[The Nick Castellanos Foundation - Blog]]>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:21:35 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[2020 El Gun Scholarship Recipient]]>Thu, 04 Jun 2020 21:39:10 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/2020-el-gun-scholarship-recipient
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Congratulations to James Witthoft who has been selected as the 2020 recipient of the El Gun Scholarship! This purpose of this scholarship is to recognize an outstanding men’s Coronado LAX player who displays the the positive characteristics of former player, Nick Castellanos (sportsmanship, leadership, team spirit, work ethic, self-discipline and integrity), to recognize athletic achievement, to encourage high scholastic achievement and to assist with the costs of higher education.

It was our hopes to announce this selection in person at the team banquet, however Covid-19 threw a wrench in our plans as well as many others. We understand how disappointing it was that the season was cut short, but we see the contribution James and the rest of the 2020 seniors made throughout their high school careers on the men’s LAX team, and we are very proud of you all.

Best of luck to James at Cal Poly this fall!
]]><![CDATA[2nd Annual Nick Castellanos Memorial Walk]]>Sun, 17 Jul 2016 16:25:00 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/2nd-annual-nick-castellanos-memorial-walk
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Please join us on August 5, 2016 from 3:00- 7:30 to celebrate the life of Nick Castellanos who tragically passed away in an accident on January 16, 2015.

We will begin the festivities with a three mile beach walk at Silver Strand State Beach in Coronado,California.  Check in begins at 3:00pm at the main lifeguard tower.  The beach walk will commence at 4:00pm, and we will be walking south toward Imperial Beach.  After the walk, stick around to enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner, and spend time with friends and family.

Please purchase tickets to participate in this fun and meaningful event.  Adults- $40 and Students- $25.  You may also purchase a parking pass for $5 to enter the beach at a discounted rate.

Your admission price includes Nick Walk swag, walk participation and a delicious BBQ dinner.  Please specify your t-shirt size on the following page.

All proceeds from this event benefit the Nick Castellanos Foundation which supports Silver Strand State Beach Junior Lifeguard Program, Coronado Islanders Lacrosse and Chico State Club Lacrosse.

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2nd-annual-nick-castellanos-memorial-walk-tickets-24685798889
]]><![CDATA[2016 EL Gun Scholarship Recipient]]>Sun, 05 Jun 2016 18:16:51 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/2016-el-gun-scholarship-recipient
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​Congrats to Trevor Gilbert for being selected to receive the second annual EL Gun Scholarship! 

The purpose of the Nick Castellanos Foundation "El Gun" Scholarship is to recognize those high school seniors who display the positive characteristics of former teammate Nick Castellanos (sportsmanship, leadership, team spirit, work ethic, self-discipline and integrity), to recognize athletic achievement, to encourage high scholastic achievement and to assist with the costs of higher education.

Trevor embodies all the characteristics listed above.  We are proud of Trevor and his accomplishments, and we look forward to seeing what USC has in store for him!
]]><![CDATA[NC Memorial Walk 2015]]>Mon, 17 Aug 2015 05:50:28 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/nc-memorial-walk-2015
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Many many thanks to those who came out for the Inaugural Nick Castellanos Memorial Walk!  What a beautiful day for a remarkable event!  We had over 200 walkers stroll the beach to remember Nick!  Such a moving testament to a remarkable young man!  The walk was kicked off by Life Guard/Peace Officer Darby Fultz who said a few words about Nick, the Foundation and the Silver Strand State Beach Junior Life Guard Program.  The walkers then began a 1 1/2 mile trek south from the main lifeguard tower south towards Imperial Beach.  At the turn around point, the walkers were treated to a much needed water break on this very hot day.  They also had the opportunity to take a moment to reflect and jot down a favorite memory of Nick and place it in a memory box.  Upon the walkers' return, they were treated to a delicious BBQ dinner catered by the fabulous Bekker's Catering.  What an amazing way to remember Nick.  We are so grateful to be part of this community which is so very loving and supportive.  Thank you and see you next year!
]]><![CDATA[Silver Strand State Beach JGs present their first Nick Castellanos Awards]]>Sat, 18 Jul 2015 16:58:47 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/silver-strand-state-beach-jgs-present-their-first-nick-castellanos-awardsOn Friday, July 17, Darby Fultz of Silver Strand State Beach Junior Guards presented the first two Nick Castellanos Awards at their end of session banquet.  Those considered for the award best embodied the attributes of Nick- passion, positive attitude and perseverance.  We were so pleased with their selection of Junior Guard Damian Monjaraz and Junior Guard Aide Donovan Prince.  Congrats boys!
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]]><![CDATA[The Nick Castellanos Memorial Walk]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 21:49:26 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/the-nick-castellanos-memorial-walk
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Please join us on August 14, 2015 from 3:00- 7:30 to celebrate the life of Nick Castellanos who tragically passed away in an accident on January 16, 2015.

We will begin the festivities with a three mile beach walk at Silver Strand State Beach in Coronado,California.  Check in begins at 3:00pm at the main lifeguard tower.  The beach walk will commence at 4:00pm, and we will be walking south toward Imperial Beach.  After the walk, stick around to enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner, and spend time with friends and family.

Please purchase tickets to participate in this fun and meaningful event.  Adults- $40 and Students- $25.  You may also purchase a parking pass for $5 to enter the beach at a discounted rate.

Your admission price includes Nick Walk swag, walk participation and a delicious BBQ dinner.  Please specify your t-shirt size on the following page.

All proceeds from this event benefit the Nick Castellanos Foundation which supports Silver Strand State Beach Junior Lifeguard Program, Coronado Islanders Lacrosse and Chico State Club Lacrosse.

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-nick-castellanos-memorial-walk-tickets-17205240337
]]><![CDATA[Kyle Anderson awarded the first annual EL Gun Scholarship!]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 21:44:12 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/kyle-anderson-awarded-the-first-annual-el-gun-scholarship
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Congrats to Kyle Anderson for being selected to receive the first annual EL Gun Scholarship! 

The purpose of the Nick Castellanos Foundation "El Gun" Scholarship is to recognize those high school seniors who display the positive characteristics of former teammate Nick Castellanos (sportsmanship, leadership, team spirit, work ethic, self-discipline and integrity), to recognize athletic achievement, to encourage high scholastic achievement and to assist with the costs of higher education.

Kyle embodies all the characteristics listed above.  We are proud of Kyle and his accomplishments, and we look forward to seeing what Hoffstra University has in store for him!

]]><![CDATA[Coronado Hot Yoga benefiting NCF]]>Mon, 09 Mar 2015 21:01:05 GMThttp://www.nickcastellanosfoundation.org/blog/coronado-hot-yoga-benefiting-ncfThe very kind ladies at Coronado Hot Yoga are generously offering a donation-based class to benefit the Nick Castellanos Foundation.  Every Saturday in March at 2:00 pm, this class is open to all, beginners and advanced alike.  Please join us at 1222 First Street, Suite 3, and support the Nick Castellanos Foundation!
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