Coalinga College

Fernando Gutierrez, 31, is a native of Tranquility, California. He graduated from Tranquility High School in 2012 and went on to attend West Hills College from 2012 to 2014, where he played baseball as a student-athlete. Following his time at West Hills, he transferred to Northwestern College in Iowa, continuing his collegiate baseball career and earning his bachelor's degree in athletic training.

After completing his undergraduate studies, Fernando returned to West Hills College to begin his professional journey as an assistant athletic trainer under Cory Minter. During this time, he also earned a Master of Arts in athletic training from Fresno Pacific University. From 2017 to 2022, he served as an athletic trainer at West Hills College before moving on to similar roles at Mission Oak High School and Hanford West High School.

Message:

"I am truly honored and grateful to return to Coalinga College as an athletic trainer. The West Hills Community College District holds a special place in my heart, it’s where my journey began in 2012 as a student-athlete, and where I discovered my passion for athletic training.

As someone from the Central Valley, I understand the unique experiences of our students. I know firsthand what it's like to attend Coalinga College and to compete as a student-athlete here. That’s why I’m incredibly excited for the opportunity to give back and support the next generation of Falcons.

I want to sincerely thank the administration, and everyone involved in this process. It means a great deal to me to be a Falcon once again, then, now, and always."