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founder of the Chicago Sting and owner throughout its history in both the
North American Soccer League and the Major Indoor Soccer League.
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Personal Information |
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Class of 2003 |
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Stern served as the Sting’s President, Chairman
of the Board or both, from 1974 to 1984. He also served as Chairman of the
NASL Executive Committee in 1981 and 1982. The Sting appeared in the
playoffs six times and won the NASL Championship twice, beating their arch
rivals the Cosmos in two Soccer Bowls, 1981 and 1984. Stern also played a
significant role in the 1994 World Cup matches staged in Chicago and
maintains an interest in sport as a part owner of the Chicago White Sox.
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