I met Steven while launching Santa Barbara Sky of the USL. He led the Expansion Club Strategy department focused on servicing newly formed clubs with services and support during their launch term. His knowledge of the North American soccer landscape as well as club performance was key in our launch.
Peter Moore - Owner, Santa Barbara Sky FC
Steven Short is a true professional with a lot of great experience and contacts in the sports industry. We first met through mutual board work at Sports ETA, which is the leading national sports tourism membership organization. He is a creative thinker with a pragmatic approach.
Janis Burke - CEO at Harris Co. - Houston Sports Authority
Steven is an accomplished sports executive with a proven track record of building and leading high performing teams within complex and fast-moving environments.
Jake Edwards - CEO, Huddersfield Town A.F.C.
Steven's expertise in and clear dedication to guiding clients, passion for developing a new product, and stellar relationship skills, greatly factored into Hearts of Pine announcing 2025 as their inaugural season.
Sheila Brennan Nee - Strategic Dir., Maine Sports Commission
I had the great pleasure of working with Steven for a number of years at the USL. A consummate professional with a considered strategic approach, he always provided incredible support and advice as well as great leadership.
Steve Livingstone - President/CEO, Sporting Jax
Steven was immensely helpful to me and the Sacramento Republic FC organization as we researched what may be possible for a USL franchise in Sacramento.
Warren Smith - Founder, Sacramento Republic & SD Loyal
Steven was key in supporting One Knox through our fountional days.
Drew McKenna - Managing Partner, One Knox SC