Joey Hughes
Support Staff
Joey Hughes is a former track and field athlete from University of Southern California and standout wide receiver at Long Beach Polytechnic High School and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Sports Camps. Coach Joey is a representative (agent) for professional track & field athletes and is also the president and CEO of Tech Coach LA, a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming how kids grow and thrive through after-school programs that inspire fitness, creativity, and life skills.
Joey Hughes is a visionary leader dedicated to the empowerment of youth through education and sports. With a distinguished history as a stellar athlete at Long Beach Poly High School and a full scholarship recipient at USC, Joey excelled in athletics, particularly in track and field, becoming a decorated 400m runner nationally. His achievements include multiple All-America honors, a silver medal at the NACAC U23 Championships, and significant contributions to USC’s track team in various capacities including team captain.
Joey’s passion for empowering youth stems deeply from personal experiences—born to a young mother and facing the challenges of his father’s incarceration during his formative years. These experiences have fueled his determination to provide resources and opportunities to youth in Los Angeles, aiming to leave a blueprint for overcoming adversity through education and athletic involvement.
Joey's leadership extends beyond athletic coaching to include a profound commitment to educational enrichment. He has crafted a multifaceted organization at TCLA that focuses on physical, intellectual, moral, and communal engagement through diverse programs including STEM Clubs, Environmental Clubs, Chess and Strategy Games, Drama and Theater, mentoring, and tutoring. His approach is solution-oriented, driven by a continuous commitment to leadership refinement and community impact.
Joey’s dedication is to nurture each young individual into becoming a resilient and capable leader, equipped to innovate and act with integrity. This commitment extends beyond programmatic success; it is about creating a legacy of empowered, ethical, and proactive young leaders who are prepared to make a positive impact on the world