GET INVOLVED

Ambassador Program

Launched in late 2022, our Ambassador Program has expanded its reach across Arizona, empowering high school student-athletes to lead equipment drives at their own schools. The gear they collect goes straight into the hands of players in our Phoenix-based Nike Jr. RBI League (NJRL) and to youth athletes in the Dominican Republic, equipping the next generation of ballplayers both at home and abroad.

MEET THE TEAM

Current Ambassadors

Enzo DiVito

Enzo DiVito

School coming soon

Favorite player
Dustin Pedroia — because of how he plays the game the right way and has zero doubt in himself.
Why I became an ambassador
I wanted to give back to people in need and share my love for baseball with them.
Favorite quote / motto
"Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires." — Romans 5:8
Walk-up song
"Right Above It" — Lil Wayne
If not baseball…
I'd play basketball.
Favorite baseball moment
Going to Las Vegas this year for NDP — we played great, spent great time together, and made so many memories.
Who's helped me most
My parents have helped me the most in my baseball career.
Favorite food
Steak and crab legs with mashed potatoes.
Taichi Ebino

Taichi Ebino

Saguaro High School

Favorite player
Robinson Canó — I love the way he carries himself on the field. He plays the game so loose and relaxed, like he doesn't have a care in the world, and it shows in how he performs.
Why I became an ambassador
I want to make a positive impact in the community, even in a small way.
Favorite quote / motto
"Work hard in silence, let success be your noise."
Walk-up song
"Way Back" — Travis Scott
If not baseball…
I'd play basketball — I've always loved sports and played it growing up.
Favorite baseball moment
Becoming a two-time state champion.
Who's helped me most
My mom and dad — they've supported me through all the ups and downs.
Favorite food
The La Caña Blunt Combo from Chaka Hut.
Richie Cruz

Richie Cruz

Perry High School

Favorite player
Mookie Betts — he's a great athlete, and his versatility makes him special.
Why I became an ambassador
I want other kids to experience the love and joy of the game.
Favorite quote / motto
"Failure is a part of success." — Hank Aaron
Walk-up song
"Sunday Morning"
If not baseball…
Football or soccer — I played both at a younger age and enjoyed them. Football has always been one of my favorites to play, and soccer too, for its nonstop action and teamwork.
Favorite baseball moment
Going 12 for 13 with seven extra-base hits and four walks in one tournament. It was a competitive tournament, and it boosted my confidence significantly.
Who's helped me most
My dad — he's always been there to help me practice and always gives me advice to help me succeed.
Favorite food
Steak and mashed potatoes.
Maverick Bolen

Maverick Bolen

Horizon High School

Favorite player
Cal Raleigh — he's elite on both offense and defense.
Why I became an ambassador
I wanted to vocalize my passion to give back to people.
Favorite quote / motto
"Don't tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon."
Walk-up song
"Broken Window Serenade" — Whiskey Myers
If not baseball…
Football.
Favorite baseball moment
Catching back-to-back no-hitters my freshman year — or securing the region title on Chaps' senior night (sorry Ryan).
Who's helped me most
My dad — or God — has helped me the most.
Favorite food
Quesabirria tacos with consomé and a side of ramen.
Conner Hansen

Conner Hansen

Saguaro High School

Favorite player
Bryce Harper — he plays with a lot of energy and always comes through in the big moments.
Why I became an ambassador
It's a way to better both Arizona's community and the DR.
Favorite quote / motto
"Average will find you, but greatest awaits you."
Walk-up song
"Calabria 2008"
If not baseball…
Football
Favorite baseball moment
Playing in the PBR Junior Future Games in Georgia for Arizona.
Who's helped me most
My hitting coach, Nick DeRegis.
Favorite food
Steak and a loaded potato.
Aadhrit Peram

Aadhrit Peram

BASIS Chandler

Favorite player
Ketel Marte — he fields and hits well, all with a great personality and attitude.
Why I became an ambassador
I want to help kids who love baseball but don't get the opportunities we do.
Favorite quote / motto
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." — Wayne Gretzky
Walk-up song
"Superhero (Heroes & Villains)" — Metro Boomin, Future & Chris Brown
If not baseball…
Football or basketball
Favorite baseball moment
Hitting a game-tying triple in the bottom of the last inning to send my all-star team to the State Championship.
Who's helped me most
My family and all my coaches have pushed me to become the player I am today.
Favorite food
Deep-dish pizza and chicken wings from Lou Malnati's.

FORMER AMBASSADORS

Alumni Ambassadors

Thank you to the ambassadors who helped build this program.

Cam Caminiti

Cam Caminiti

Saguaro High School

Class of 2024

Dallas Hairston

Dallas Hairston

Casteel High School

Class of 2025

Ethan Trahan

Ethan Trahan

Horizon High School

Class of 2026

Davis Diller

Davis Diller

Saguaro High School

Class of 2026

Tanner Anderson

Tanner Anderson

Chaparral High School

Class of 2026

Connor Chapa

Connor Chapa

Sunnyslope High School

Class of 2026

Max Mangini

Max Mangini

Chaparral High School

Class of 2026

Want to become a Home2First Ambassador?

GET IN TOUCH