US Sports Camps Mourns the Loss of Soccer Pioneer Hubert Vogelsinger

US Sports Camps, the licensed provider of Nike Sports Camps, today mourns the passing of Hubert Vogelsinger, a celebrated pioneer of soccer camps in the United States and a notable figure in the North American Soccer League (NASL). Vogelsinger was widely recognized for establishing the Vogelsinger Soccer Academy in 1965, one of the first soccer camps in the US. This destination camp helped nurture many aspiring soccer players over the years, fostering a love for the sport and instilling valuable life skills such as commitment, perseverance, and hard work.

SAN RAFAEL, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- US Sports Camps, the licensed provider of Nike Sports Camps, today mourns the passing of Hubert Vogelsinger, a celebrated pioneer of soccer camps in the United States and a notable figure in the North American Soccer League (NASL).

Born in Austria, Vogelsinger ventured to the United States in 1961 while pursuing a degree in physical education in Vienna. His journey to America was motivated by love, having met Lois Ryan, an American Fulbright scholar, in Austria. Settling in Massachusetts, Vogelsinger began a remarkable career that would shape soccer in the country for decades to come.

Vogelsinger was widely recognized for establishing the Vogelsinger Soccer Academy in 1965, one of the first soccer camps in the US. This destination camp helped nurture many aspiring soccer players over the years, fostering a love for the sport and instilling valuable life skills such as commitment, perseverance, and hard work.

Vogelsinger was also a key figure in the NASL, starting his professional coaching career with the Boston Minutemen in 1974. He later led Team Hawaii and the San Diego Sockers, showcasing his strong coaching style which was marked by discipline and fairness.

The news of Vogelsinger's passing has been met with an outpouring of tributes from the soccer community, acknowledging his invaluable contributions to the sport. Among the voices are those of former players and coaches who have personally experienced his impact, with many fondly remembering the influential figure as a mentor and friend.

"Hubert Vogelsinger truly left his mark on soccer in the US," said Brendan Doyle, Executive Vice President for US Sports Camps, "US Sports Camps is proud to continue his legacy through the Nike Vogelsinger Soccer Camps which will have 1,000 players on camps this summer close to 60 years after the first Vogelsinger Soccer Camps."

About US Sports Camps
US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, Calif., is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed provider of Nike Sports Camps. USSC is part of the Youth Enrichment Brands (YEB) network, which aims to enrich, empower, and inspire kids by delivering best-in-class sports, academic and creative experiences. Other brands in the YEB network include i9 Sports, the nation's largest multi-sport provider of youth sports leagues, and Streamline Brands, the world's largest operator and franchisor of swim schools.

Media Contact

Brendan Doyle, US Sports Camps, 1-800-645-3226, soccer@ussportscamps.com

SOURCE US Sports Camps