Ziemer: Santa Rosa native Dominic Ciambrone bringing the World Cup to your feet

Dominic Ciambrone, a Santa Rosa native known as 'The Surgeon' of footwear, is turning World Cup lore into everyday sneakers. In collaboration with Adidas and Dick's Sporting Goods, he crafted the limited-edition Adidas Samba 'Trionda' by using material from Adidas' official World Cup match ball, the Trionda, to give a familiar silhouette a rare, game-day heritage. The design has already appeared on high-profile feet, including NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes and England star Jude Bellingham. The project coincided with a Los Angeles trip for the United States' World Cup opener against Paraguay, underscoring Ciambrone's reach across sports and culture.

Beyond the limelight, Ciambrone's story is rooted in Santa Rosa. He credits his family—Kim and Lou, owners of Canevari's Delicatessen—with instilling work ethic and community focus that inform SRGN Studios' approach. His brothers Louie, Vincenzo, and Angelo also played soccer locally, shaping his early passions. He trains with Bradley Mulvey and the First Strike Soccer Academy, balancing creative leadership with rigorous development. Even as his client roster grows, he remains connected to his hometown, mentoring young creatives and praising teamwork that sustains his success and the broader sports-footwear ecosystem today.