We’re a small
but dedicated team.
We think this is how it should be. Our team is composed entirely of people who have dedicated their lives to athletic and personal development and are accordingly perfectly suited to the 13th Round mission. Our coaches have a combined 60 years of boxing experience and have worked extensively adults, youth and children. Our Executive Director spent more than a decade implementing youth-centered sport for development programming in underserved communities around the world. Our youth program social support team have extensive experience responding to the needs of adults and youth with a wide-range of lived experience and our volunteers bring diverse experience from a variety of sectors all in support of our mission and vision.
Meet the Team
MARVIN QUINTEROS
HEAD TRAINER
Marvin has over 40 years of boxing experience as a competitor and coach. As a boxer in the 1980’s, Marvin “The Machine” Quinteros was 2 time Ontario Boxing Champion, Golden Gloves Champion and Ontario Winter Games Champion. He is a registered Boxing coach with Boxing Ontario and has extensive experience coaching youth from underserved communities.
CATERINA NOVIELLI-QUINTEROS
TRainer
Caterina has over 20 years of boxing experience, a passion for working with children and youth and is a Registered Early Childhood Educator. Caterina has a unique ability to connect with the boxers in the 13th Round youth program; she is a mentor, confidante and advocate in equal measure. Caterina is also a social media influencer inspiring and encouraging women and girls alike.
DANicA CASAS
TRAINER
With 20 years of combat sports experience, Coach Danica is a certified Level 2 boxing coach recognized by Boxing Ontario. Her expertise spans across various disciplines including boxing, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and karate. Having dedicated six years to youth programs, she has actively contributed to their development. Danica's commitment extends to empowering youth, women, and the LGBTQ+ community through initiatives involving boxing, mental health, and fitness. Beyond that, she is deeply engaged in international music tours, guiding aspiring artists, youth, and young adults. Coach Danica finds her fulfillment in fostering personal growth and helping individuals achieve their dreams, embodying the essence of mentorship and inspiration.
Matthew Schinas
TRainer
Matthew is a passionate fitness enthusiast with extensive expertise in weight training, core workouts, and boxing. Matthew has years of experience in crafting effective routines that empower clients to achieve their fitness goals. Dedicated to promoting holistic well-being through personalized training and motivational coaching.
KERRY EMMONDS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
For more than 20 years Kerry has worked in the international development and social justice sectors developing and implementing programs for children, youth and adults with a variety of lived experience. For more than a decade Kerry implemented sport development programs for children and youth across the Global South and she is excited to draw on this experience while leading the 13th Round.
