Santiago Cerruti, originally from San Fernando, Argentina, has dedicated his life to social work through rugby and volunteer initiatives at the San Martín Prison. His journey began in 2014 when he first entered the prison as a volunteer for the Espartanos organization, which works to rehabilitate prisoners through sports. This initial experience, sharing prayers with inmates, profoundly affected him and opened his eyes to the stories and struggles of those incarcerated.

Motivated by the power of sports as a tool for social change, Cerruti set about restructuring his life to ensure he could commit every Tuesday to the prison, where he initially trained the inmates in rugby. Over time, his involvement deepened, extending beyond the sport to providing support and companionship to the incarcerated individuals. Cerruti's belief in the transformative potential of sport inspired him to invest more effort into this cause, fostering a sense of community and hope among the participants.

Cerruti’s story highlights the growing recognition of sports as more than just competition; it is increasingly seen as a medium for rehabilitation and social reintegration for marginalized individuals, particularly within the prison system. By combining his passion for rugby with his commitment to social service, he has not only changed his own life but also the lives of many inmates, demonstrating the profound impact one person can have in the realm of social justice and community upliftment.