Aleks' name is synonymous with American Soccer.  I have known Aleks for over 45 years and am keenly aware of the many contributions he has made to our game.  As a young player at Jacksonville University, he led a terrific team that dominated the college game.  He went on to become a professional player of high caliber.  His high technical level was only overshadowed by his tactical awareness.  This knowledge of the intricacies of the game led him to pursue a successful career in coaching. He aggressively sought advice from the leaders of the game.  He studied in Europe and obtained the highest level of coaching license in America.  He was a confidant to Bora Milutinovic during the 1994 FIFA World Cup.  

As a college coach, he excelled.  He started a successful business, Soccer Made in America, and has trained countless players and coaches.  He has dedicated his career to managing many teams in the USASA.  He created and wrote our coaching manuals.  He and I would discuss, in detail, the many aspects of our game.  His insight is clear and objective.  In short, he is a “man of the game” and I have relied on him on many occasions. As a member of the USASA Hall of Fame, I know of the pride one has been selected as a member.  Aleks is richly deserving of such distinction.  I am proud of him as a man, as an American, and as a close dear friend.  I cannot imagine our Hall of Fame without him.