Seaview Little League
Board of Directors Election Bios

Amanda Abrego

As a passionate community member and parent, I’m honored to be considered for the role of Secretary for Seaview Little League. I currently serve as the Athletic Director on the HB Chargers Football and Cheer Board, where I’ve contributed for nearly three years, supporting youth sports and positive team experiences.

My background in leadership and organization includes five years as Parent Teacher Fellowship President at Huntington Christian School (2018-2023) and an additional year as Fundraising Chair (2023/24), where I coordinated events, managed communications, and  strengthened parent-school connections.

I have two sons actively playing at Seaview—one in the Juniors program and one in Minor A—which gives me a personal investment in the league’s mission. I value Seaview’s commitment to building stronger individuals and communities through baseball. I’d love to use my experience, energy, and love for this community to help shape a positive and inclusive environment for all players and families.

Thank you for considering me as Secretary and giving me the opportunity to help carry on the legacy of excellence and integrity here at Seaview!

Aly Brown

My family started with Seaview when we moved to Huntington Beach and our oldest son was in Coach Pitch. Our oldest aged out last year and our youngest is in Minor A. Over the last several years I have been a team parent, Upper Division Coordinator, Secretary and Co-UIC. I have enjoyed getting to know all the families at our Seaview events.

My background is in special education, which I feel allows me to relate to the many needs of children and families. As a family we feel sports organizations are extremely important in children’s lives as they are developing life long skills.

We have been welcomed to the Seaview community with open arms and feel fortunate to be apart of such an amazing organization. If elected to the board again, I hope to give back the same positive experience to the other families in the Seaview community. I appreciate your consideration and look forward to the next season!

Justin Brown

My family has been part of the Seaview community for the last seven years. This year I was sponsorship chair and my wife has been on the board for the last five years. I have also helped with field maintenance, umpiring and assistant coaching during our time here. As a dedicated regional sales manager and  proud parent of three, I bring both professional experience and a deep commitment to our community. My 13-year-old son plays on a local feeder team, and as a baseball family, we understand the value of teamwork, sportsmanship and community spirit. I’m passionate about creating a positive environment for our players and families and believe in fostering the sense of connection that makes our league special. I’m excited about the opportunity to support and grow Seaview Little League. I appreciate your consideration for re-election and look forward to next season!

Lisa Catanese

My name is Lisa Catanese and I have had the pleasure of being involved at Seaview in one way or another for the past 4 years. My oldest son is now in Minor A, my middle is in Minor C, and the youngest will be hitting the fields next year as a T-baller. We still have quite a few years to go at Seaview and I want to be part of making this little league the best in Huntington Beach. I have served my community for over a decade as a pediatric nurse at CHOC Children's Hospital and now over at Hoag caring for those in our community at the other end of the age spectrum! I played sports all throughout my childhood and had the privilege of being a D1 athlete back when my knees worked better than they do now. I love sports and the skills and values they instill: integrity, accountability, teamwork, resilience... I feel that everyone can benefit and grow from being in team sports. I would greatly appreciate being considered for the Seaview Board so I can be part of creating a safe, fair, and FUN environment for all our kids. Thank you!

Antoinette DeMarco

Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of serving as the Information Officer on the Board, where I’ve worked hard to keep our league families informed, connected, and engaged. As a mom of five under six now, YES you read that right - we were blessed to add a new addition to our lineup, I’ve only become more skilled at balancing multiple needs, staying organized, and communicating clearly with little to no sleep. Having been a team mom for several seasons, I know firsthand how important it is to make sure every family feels included and every question gets answered. My background in customer service has only strengthened my ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and respond quickly and effectively—skills I bring to every task, big or small.
I'm seeking re-election because I truly enjoy giving back to this community. I’m committed to supporting our players, families, and giving back to our community in any capacity needed. Whether it's keeping everyone up to date or helping make game day run smoothly, I want to help ensure our little league remains a positive, welcoming place where kids grow, learn, and have fun. I believe in transparent communication, teamwork, and making decisions that prioritize the best interests of our players and families. Together, let's ensure our little league continues to be a place where memories are made and values are learned both on and off the field.

Sam Fullerton 

The Fullerton family has been a part of Seaview Little League for 5 years. We will continue to be a part of the organization for the foreseeable future. I love the intangible life lessons that result from playing baseball – failure, patience, etc. I am passionate about player development in a fun, peaceful environment. I have coached and intend to continue to coach as my kids progress through the League. I would be honored to be considered for a board position. Spending so much time at the fields coaching, I feel I have seen the day to day operations and am in a position to contribute to the success and well-being of the League. 

Ashley Ghiuzelian (Hart)

My name is Ashley Ghiuzelian (Hart), and I’m a proud baseball mom to Easton, who has been playing in our Little League for the past two years. I’m also a preschool teacher and an active member of Easton's PTA at Moffett Elementary. Many of my students are part of this league, and I’m always cheering them on — not just as a teacher, but as someone who genuinely loves this community.

I’m passionate about showing up, getting involved, and helping our league continue to grow into something amazing for all our kids. I bring a strong background in early childhood education, a love for team spirit, and a commitment to making this league a place where families feel welcome, supported, and proud to be part of.

I’d be honored to join the board and contribute to the future of our league. Thank you for your consideration!

Bill Kreig

Hello my name is Bill Kreig, and I would like to be considered for a position on the Sea View board for the 2025-2026 season.

I served as the equipment manager for the 2024-2025 season and learned a lot of things that I believe can be applied to make next season even better.

A little about me. I grew up playing Little League and Babe Ruth Ball in New Jersey. I played catcher growing up because I loved being involved in every play on the field (and I was not much of a pitcher...)

I am a firm believer that strong bonds and friendships are formed on baseball teams compared to other sports, so I really like to put an emphasis on teamwork and hard work. For example I am still good friends with a lot of the guys I played baseball with 30 plus years ago growing up.

I come from a baseball family, my grandfather spent most of his career playing for the Yankees organization and made it to the bigs for a season or two. He was like the Sam Malone of Bayonne NJ.

I am a mechanical engineer, so that helps make me good at figuring mechanical stuff out and getting things working...

My son Liam started playing T-Ball at Seaview and is now in Minor A. Liam plays baseball year round along with a couple other sports, and after playing sports at all these other places, it made us realize just how special Sea View is, and I hope to continue to strengthen that reputation.

His love for the game motivates me to get more involved and so I am excited and hopeful that I can make a contribution to make Sea View an even better place for our kids to play and build those friendships and core values that are important not only in baseball, but in life. Thank you for your consideration.

Jake Loughridge

I’ve been a part of Seaview for the past 8 years where I have been a coach or assistant for the past 5 years and prior to that was a Dad helping out when I could, and I’ve been on the Board for the past two years.  In coaching I stress learning the game and having a positive attitude in every situation.  I would love to continue to serve on the Seaview Board so I can help the league continue to grow and flourish.  I love the community aspect of Little League Baseball and Seaview and I want to continue promoting that environment as well as teaching fundamentals and good sportsmanship. The league has made a lot of positive progress in these areas over the past few years, but I believe we still have some work to do. Thank you for your consideration.

Andy Maiorano

The Maiorano family has been formally a part of Seaview for 5 years, has been watching cousins play for many more, and still has multiple years remaining.  We've raked and watered fields, hung flags, organized walk up music, coached, hosted team parties, and most importantly, organized snack bar shifts and tickets - all of the things that add up to a memorable experience for the kids.  Watching the kids grow as they learn not only the game but also how to cope with both success and failure is what makes the Seaview experience rewarding.  I am honored to be considered for a seat on the Board of Directors, and welcome the opportunity to help with the day to day operations of what makes our league thrive.  If elected, I will focus on making decisions that benefit the players and their personal growth, while making sure that the League remains financially viable to continue to thrive for years to come.

Al Ortiz

Hi again, Seaview Family!

My name is Al Ortiz, and I’m running for my third year on the Seaview Little League Board. My journey started as your Co-Vice President, then I had the honor (and occasional chaos) of serving as your President this past season. Now, I’m hoping to continue giving back as a board member with the same energy, bad jokes, and deep love for our league that I’ve had since Day One. I am still the father of 3 crazy boys, 2 of which have played so many games and scrimmages at Seaview it’s almost a second home to them. (My 4 year old will be starting this fall) I still have the support of my loving wife through all of this even though we try hard to avoid the stigma of “baseball parent”… keyword here being ‘try’. During my first year as president I had to learn a lot, and learn quickly. If I can’t say one thing about our Seaview family is that there is never a dull moment. I’ve become a professional email reader, problem delegator, and hopefully responded with a solution, decision, or re-direction in a timely fashion all while dealing with the District, San Bernardino and everything that goes along with keeping the grass green and games played. But enough about all that, let's talk shop. This past year was a busy one! With your support:

●         We completed the brand-new all-weather batting cages, finally turning that muddy “swamp of despair” into a space players actually want to be in — without needing rain boots.

●         With the help of you, our board members and our John Deere Gator 3-wheeler, we have the capacity to turn the fields over in less than 24 hours from heavy rain, some kind of Seaview record!

●         We worked hard to improve communication and transparency with families, pushing faster updates across Mojo, Instagram, and other channels (because nobody likes finding out a game was canceled after they get to the field).

●         We’re embarking on our biggest calendar overhaul ever! We want to ease that crazy post-New Year scramble and give families a little more breathing room. More to follow…

●         And thanks to everyone’s support, we pulled off our largest Hit-A-Thon fundraiser ever — seriously, our kids swung for the fences, and our community knocked it out of the park. (Input baseball puns here)

Beyond that, we brought back a full six teams in Majors — something we hadn’t seen since before COVID — and formed a new partnership with Lightning Baseball. This gives Seaview players a competitive outlet in the offseason, while helping us ensure that when Spring rolls around, our players come home to Seaview to finish out their Little League careers making memories with school buddies and neighbors and most importantly - The Snackbar!

I’m so proud of what we accomplished together this year, and I’m excited for what’s still ahead. Seaview really is something special — a true community — and I’m grateful for the opportunity to keep helping it grow, one step at a time.

Thanks for your time, your trust, and for being part of Seaview’s story!

Jimmy Johnson

Next season will be my family’s 11th year at Seaview Little League.  I have had so much fun over those years, coaching both of my boys in all levels from T-ball to majors.  My goal has always been to have fun as well as developing and inspiring all of my players.  I have enjoyed getting to know many players, parents, and managers, and would appreciate the opportunity to have a role on the Seaview board for the 2026 season.  I'm currently finishing up my 2nd year on the board as the lower division coordinator. With your vote, I will keep improving Seaview.

Devon O’Barr

My name is Devon O’Barr, though many of you probably know me best as the familiar face behind the snack bar. With three boys in the league, I figured if I was going to be at the field anyway, I might as well jump in and get involved. What began as a simple role on the snack bar committee quickly grew into my current position as Snack Bar Chairperson.

From keeping the shelves stocked with a variety of sweet and savory favorites to refreshing our Seaview merchandise, I’ve loved every moment of supporting the heart of our league. I’ve had the privilege of sharing smiles with kids after big wins, offering comfort after tough losses, and watching wide-eyed t-ballers celebrate with their first 10 a.m. ice cream. Being part of these little moments has been incredibly rewarding.

Seaview is more than just a league, it’s a community built on integrity, inclusion, compassion, and joy. I feel truly fortunate to raise my boys here. It would be an honor to continue serving this community in a greater capacity, and I kindly ask for your support and your vote for a board position this upcoming year.

Kerry Schoonover

Hi there! I’m Kerry Schoonover, and I’m excited for the chance to return to the SVLL board. Right now, I help out on the Snackbar Committee and serve as Team Mom for my son’s Coach Pitch team. I’ve also previously served on the board as Snackbar Chair—and it’s been such a fun and meaningful way to be part of the league.

One of my favorite things is seeing the kids’ faces light up as they spend their snack tickets after games. Being involved in SVLL has been an awesome way to give back, support our players, and help shape a positive experience for all the families in the league.

My husband and I have two awesome (and very energetic!) kids—James, who’s loving baseball, and Hazel, who’s all about dance. Life is busy, but it’s full of great moments.

Outside of baseball, I co-lead my daughter’s Girl Scout troop and have spent over 10 years on the board of a legal association. I also work in legal and compliance, with 15+ years of experience that’s taught me to be organized, reliable, and ready for anything.

Thanks for reading—I’d love the opportunity to keep supporting SVLL and all the amazing families that make this league so special!

Jason Villarreal

I’ve had the opportunity to be involved with the Seaview Little League Community for the last 11 years. My family is very grateful for the many special friendships we have made while being a part of this special league. I truly love baseball, and more importantly, enjoy seeing the players of this league grow and enjoy a game which is so special. My interest in the board is to ensure the best possible experience is had by all, and to give back to the league which has brought me so many great experiences. I have held Board positions the last 4 years serving as the Lower Division Coordinator, Lower Division Player Agent, and most recently as the Field Maintenance Supervisor.  I look forward to serving once again next year, as I am confident I can bring the effort and willingness to ensure Seaview Little League continues to be a positive place for kids to learn and enjoy baseball.

Brian Zitt

This is my third year as part of the Seaview community, and what started as an email that the league needed a manager quickly grew into something much more. Being an active part of Seaview has really deepened my appreciation for what it takes to build something special for our kids, and for the future of our community. I’ve always believed in showing up, continuously learning and growing—not just as a parent or coach, but as a person and I want to be the kind of example for my kids that shows service, humility, and commitment matter. Seaview is built on those values. It’s a place where kids will learn and build confidence, where friendships are made, and where the lessons learned on the field last well beyond that final out.

My son is now in Majors and has at least one more year of playing on our fields (where does the time go?) so while I’m here I’d like to continue giving back to our community. I remain committed to respect, transparency, and honest communication, and ensuring every player feels supported, valued, and proud to wear SV on their sleeve.

Thank you for your support and for being part of Seaview.

Brian Sparks

It has been great being back on the Seaview board this season and I am excited about the opportunity to continue to serve the league for the 2026 Season. The Seaview community has been and continues to be a big part of our family.  I spent the 2025 season as the Treasurer, a position I previously held before my role as President. I am proud of the work we've done this year and I look forward to continuing in this role and building on the momentum we've built this season. 

This past season, I've been able to share my years of experience and perspective and I am incredibly grateful for the efforts of the current board. I'm excited for the direction of the league and Seaview continuing to be a special place for so many in our community.