It started in a garage. It became a movement.
Rush Athletics began with a simple idea: to create a place where athletes could work, grow, compete, and feel at home.
Before there was a facility, there was a garage. What started with my daughter, Mia Castillo, and a small group of athletes quickly grew into something much bigger — athletes who believed in Rush from the very beginning:
Many of those athletes are still active members of Rush today, making the journey even more meaningful. Mia, Joey, and Alan have gone from training in the garage to serving as assistant coaches at Rush, helping develop the next generation while continuing their own college journeys.
That garage became the foundation of Rush Athletics. On July 5, 2021, we officially opened our doors. Since then, Rush has grown into a true Home for Athletes, training more than 500 athletes, from youth competitors and high school standouts to college athletes and professionals. Today, Evelyn and I are proud to own Rush Athletics and continue building the vision and culture that began in that garage.
Along the way, we've been blessed to work with countless incredible athletes. Each has made an impact in a unique way — creating unforgettable moments, raising the standard, and inspiring everyone around them to keep pursuing greatness:
Still, Rush has never been defined only by names, records, scholarships, or accomplishments. It is defined by the hundreds of athletes who have walked through our doors, put in the work, challenged one another, and helped shape our culture. It is about showing up for each other, holding one another accountable, celebrating every breakthrough, and standing together through every setback.
At Rush, we believe talent is only the beginning. Consistency, discipline, effort, toughness, humility, and a commitment to improvement are what set athletes apart. More importantly, these values shape who we become beyond the field, court, or track.
