New Jersey Communities
Our ambassadors work hard every day to elevate Pokémon GO across New Jersey. It’s not an easy role, but they continue to excel and inspire their local communities and each other.
Meet the ambassadors, learn what drives them, and discover where they’re making an impact across our state.
Where do you POGO?
NORTH jERSEY
Nutley
TheMajinLegacy
Pending
North Bergen
Chizilla
I started playing Pokémon GO on 7/18/2016. Pokémon was one of my sweetest childhood memories, and the game became a way for my family — and our kids — to bond and relive those moments together.
I played casually for years with breaks, but in December 2023 I jumped back in fulltime with my teens and rediscovered how much we loved it. We met new people, built real friendships, and eventually created our community during Shadow Mewtwo weekend on 3/23/24. With encouragement from everyone, I applied to the Ambassador program and became one in September 2024. Watching our group grow into a family has been the best part.
Dragonite, Sylveon, and Palkia are my top favorites… but honestly, if it’s cute, it’s mine. Outside the game, I love drawing, reading, crafting, editing, and doing karaoke (even though I absolutely cannot sing). My happiest moments are always with my kids and our cats, making memories together.
Being an Ambassador means everything to me. It can be hard to find people with similar interests, so helping create those connections is incredibly fulfilling. Returning to the game full‑time opened the door to new friendships — and yes, forcing people to take my stickers brings me joy. The Ambassadors on this page are kind, supportive, and always focused on making everyone feel welcome in New Jersey. That sense of family is why I’ll keep doing this.
VampyMark
Pending
Elizabeth
IIRamseysII
Pending
Edison
New Brunswick
Brandon1223
I started playing Pokémon GO on day one in 2016, came back strong in 2023, and never lost the love of being outside playing with my cousin. Our community launched in April 2024, and I joined that summer to build a Discord — then started hosting meetups as we grew.
My favorite Pokémon is Mareanie, my GOAT frfr, especially its shiny. Outside the game, I’m usually skating, exploring nature, finding new music, or cooking.
What keeps me here is the community. After experiencing how welcoming the Edison group was during GO Fest 2024, I wanted to help bring that same energy to my hometown of New Brunswick. Almost a year in, I’ve loved meeting new players, building friendships, and creating memories — and I’m excited for everything still ahead. 💙
Spaghertti
Pending
Succasunna
Onelettershor
I got into Pokémon GO a couple of weeks after it launched. I wasn’t a Pokémon fan before GO — I’ve always played a wide range of games, and the idea of a game that got you outside and gave you a real reason to be on your phone felt new and exciting.
Our community formed shortly after the first-ever Gigantamax raids. That Saturday, I watched the chaos as people struggled to gather enough players for a single boss. By Sunday, my second‑in‑command and I made sure everyone knew to meet at Horseshoe Lake at 2 PM, and we successfully took down the Gigantamax bosses together. I told everyone I’d be creating a Campfire group to organize future raids.
Later at my warehouse job, a broken parcel spilled open with Pokémon GO patches and Community Ambassador cards. That moment pushed me to look deeper into the program and eventually apply.
Primal Groudon is easily my favorite Pokémon, with Milotic, Machamp, and Corviknight as close runner‑ups. Red has always been my favorite color, and Groudon was the first Pokémon I ever caught with a Master Ball — on my very last throw, and it was a perfect one. Primal Groudon has been the backbone of many of my raid teams, especially when soloing Mega and Legendary raids.
Outside of Pokémon GO, I love drawing and creating art, including 3D printing. It actually pairs well with being an Ambassador — I’ve given 3D printed Pokémon sculptures to people who received shiny perfects from me through trades.
There’s a real sense of accomplishment in bringing smiles to people and leading groups from raid to raid. The game becomes so much more than a grind when you have a community interacting in real life and supporting each other. Having Niantic provide the tools to make that possible is a unique opportunity I’ll never forget.
Sparta
Hoboken
Scruff
Pending
Central Jersey
Red Bank
Hamilton
RangerCurly
I’ve been a day‑one Trainer, starting on July 6, 2016. I launched my Campfire group in November 2022 and became an Ambassador in December 2024. My favorite Pokémon is my first shiny, a Snorunt nicknamed “Chivers”.
Exploring and hiking are my favorite ways to play. I love discovering new places, learning about their culture, and seeing which Pokémon show up in different biomes. Finding something like a Wiglett at Belmar Beach never stops being cool. Pokémon GO blends everything I enjoy—nature, biology, the environment, and the thrill of discovery. The game also gives me the perfect balance of community and solo time.
I may seem outgoing in big groups, but I really value my quiet moments. When I’m ready to be social, I check in on my community and make sure everyone’s having a great time. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, I also enjoy meeting the wide variety of people this game brings together.
Grumpkaboo
Pending
Smithville
TylerWuzHere94
I started playing on Day 1, with a few breaks along the way, but I’ve been playing heavily again for the past few years. I created our community during GO Fest Global when Mega Rayquaza dropped, so many people were out playing that I knew our area needed a local group. Within a year, it grew into what it is today.
Magikarp is easily my favorite Pokémon. It’s misunderstood, often overlooked, but with patience and care it becomes incredibly strong. Plus, its shiny is said to bring good luck. Outside of Pokémon GO, I love gaming and still play on console, and I’ve even streamed from time to time.
Why do I do this? For the smiles. Seeing people relive the excitement of 2016 and come together again is what motivates me. Players often tell me how this community has helped them socially and even led to long‑lasting friendships. The memories we make push me to keep growing the group. This role has also made me a better person, giving me leadership skills I use beyond the game. Being there for the community is an amazing feeling.
TheGeek324
Pending
Point Pleasant
Basking Ridge
Henfro8
Pending
South Jersey
Let’s make a memory!
