Raul Vargas is a true LA Galaxy original.
From Mauricio Cienfuegos to Robbie Keane and everyone in between, Raul Vargas has equipped them all. The legendary Galaxy kitman has been with the club since the team’s inception in 1996.
Starting off first as a public relations volunteer, Vargas transitioned to his current role midseason in 1996 and has remained the club’s equipment manager since.
ADAM SERRANO: How did you join the team?
VARGAS: I joined the Galaxy because Jorge Campos, he introduced me to the coaching staff and spoke to [1996 Galaxy head coach] Lothar Osiander to give me the opportunity to work with the club.