Inside the Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals ✨

In this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast, we’re joined by Joe Nemzer, the Technical Director of the Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals. Based in Horsham, Pennsylvania, the Ukrainian Nationals boast a rich history that dates back to 1950. The club once played in the 1st division of U.S. Soccer's American Soccer League and has an impressive legacy with six American Soccer League titles and four U.S. Open Cups, ranking 2nd all-time.

In 2025, the Ukrainian Nationals are focused on fostering competitive youth soccer for boys and girls, offering a range of programs from a developmental academy for ages 5-8 to travel teams for U8 through U18 players, competing in some of the most competitive local and regional youth leagues.

During this episode, Joe shares insights into his role at the Ukrainian Nationals, his journey to coaching, what it means to be a Technical Director, and much more about the evolving role of a coach in today’s game. Enjoy this in-depth conversation on the Soccer Stories Podcast!

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