Former Las Vegas Youth Soccer Coach Pleads Guilty to Lewdness, Kidnapping

Sergio Reyes Rojas faces up to 25 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:04am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a pair of metal handcuffs against a stark black background, creating a gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the arrest and prosecution of a sexual predator.The arrest of a former youth soccer coach exposes the vulnerability of young athletes to sexual predators in positions of trust.Las Vegas Today

A former youth soccer coach in Las Vegas, Sergio Reyes Rojas, has pleaded guilty to charges of lewdness with a child 14 or 15 years of age and second-degree kidnapping. Reyes Rojas was arrested in December 2025 and accused of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl after offering her a ride home from a friend's house.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of sexual abuse and exploitation of minors, especially in youth sports programs where coaches hold positions of trust and authority. The guilty plea spares the victim from having to testify at trial, but also raises questions about background checks, oversight, and accountability for youth sports organizations.

The details

According to prosecutors, Reyes Rojas offered a ride to the 14-year-old girl as she was walking home from a friend's house in the early morning hours of November 23, 2025. He then drove past her house to a parking garage near the Las Vegas Strip, where he allegedly sexually assaulted her. Reyes Rojas then gave the girl $140 and told her to walk home, claiming his truck wouldn't start. DNA evidence later connected Reyes Rojas to the assault.

  • Reyes Rojas was arrested on December 10, 2025.
  • Reyes Rojas pleaded guilty on April 9, 2026.
  • Reyes Rojas is scheduled for sentencing on May 20, 2026.

The players

Sergio Reyes Rojas

A former youth soccer coach in Las Vegas who was the director of the nonprofit Las Vegas Diversity FC soccer club. He pleaded guilty to charges of lewdness with a child 14 or 15 years of age and second-degree kidnapping.

Michael Allmon

A special victims unit prosecutor in the Clark County district attorney's office who handled the case against Reyes Rojas.

Las Vegas Diversity FC

A nonprofit youth soccer club in Las Vegas where Reyes Rojas previously served as director and coach.

Felipe Loyo

The current director of Las Vegas Diversity FC.

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What they’re saying

“It's better for the victim to not have to go through a trial and have to recount what happened to her. This is a guaranteed lengthy prison term for him, guaranteed sex offender registration and guaranteed lifetime supervision.”

— Michael Allmon, Special victims unit prosecutor

“Las Vegas Diversity FC announces that Sergio Reyes has stepped down as director and coach due to personal reasons. The club thanks him for his dedication and service and wishes him the best.”

— Las Vegas Diversity FC

What’s next

Reyes Rojas is scheduled for sentencing on May 20, 2026, where he could face up to 25 years in prison. He will also be required to register as a sex offender and face lifetime supervision.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for robust background checks, oversight, and accountability measures in youth sports organizations to protect young athletes from predatory behavior by those in positions of trust. It also underscores the importance of supporting victims and minimizing further trauma during the legal process.