A local athlete from Pico Rivera may be the last US World Cup player to have developed through a high school program. Cristian Roldan, a US player, attended a local high school in the area. His path to the World Cup was unconventional, not following the typical route through US Soccer.

Further information about Roldan's career and background can be found in the Los Angeles Times, which has more details on this unique athlete from the Los Angeles area.