Our Tour Managers
Our creativity, knowledge and experience reside within our people. People, who love soccer, travel and challenges, find their way here and stay as integral team members who help shape our business. Their energy and ideas are the key to outstanding travel experiences. Below is a sampling of our team of Tour Managers:
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Robin Wood has been with Excel International Sports since our first trip in 1998. He has guided soccer groups in Scotland, England, Ireland, Wales, Sweden, Italy, Holland, France and Germany. Robin was born and raised in Scotland and he helps plan the itineraries for the United Kingdom. How I can best help you... Robin enjoys people! His experience with Excel Sports, including working with people of all ages, helps keep his tours running smoothly at all times. Throughout his career, Robin has learned how to deal with nail-biters, head-scratchers and nerve-wrackers very well. He's a constant presence of calm and coolness in the Excel family and a great one to refer to when the pressure is on. What they've said... "I wanted to thank your organization and especially Woody for a great time in Great Britain. What an asset Woody is to your organization...a kind, caring man who made all of us feel comfortable and safe. He did many thoughtful things over the two weeks that went above and beyond what I would expect of a tour guide. His quick wit and sense of humor were truly enjoyed by all. Since my husband died a couple of years ago, Dan and I have not enjoyed too many pleasant memories...Please thank Woody for putting a smile in our hearts." Mary Thrailkill, Salisbury University Soccer |
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Oriol 'Uri' Belles helps to organize our incoming soccer tours to Spain. His knowledge of Barcelona and the surrounding areas helps greatly in the planning stage of our tours and helps him to assist our teams during the tour. He has a extensive background in soccer tour management. Uri was born and raised in Barcelona but has also lived in New York. He is a huge FC Barcelona fan! How I can best help you... Uri's outgoing personality and extensive knowledge will help to make your trip an unforgettable trip. Born in Barcelona, he knows the local culture, language and people, all which will help to make you feel at home in Spain. What they've said..."The Spain trip was just incredible! I can't find the right words to describe how impressed we all were with Uri. He truly "made" the trip for us and was just an amazing person and tour manager." Brianne Weaver, St Mary's College Soccer
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Robbie Bouman handles the operations and travel itineraries for our incoming soccer groups to Holland. As a native of Amsterdam, Robbie lends us his insider's perspective which helps us add the special details to our group tours and events. With over 15 years experience in the travel and service industry, Robbie has encountered all types of people and situations and knows what it takes to assure satisfaction and smiling faces. How I Can Best Help You... Robbie's courteous and personable nature enables him to maintain an excellent relationship with our vendors and clients. Furthermore, Robbie has the ability to be flexible and creative in order to find the best solution for our client's needs and demands, a quailty which he attributes to the his Dutch open-mindedness. Robbie has been known to turn his hand to many things whilst on tour with teams, they have witnessed him warming up goalkeepers followed by a presentation in his infamous clown outfit! What they've said... "We were very pleased with the trip. Robbie was terrific! He immersed himself in the group and was extremely helpful. He made the difference and I certainly would reccommend this tour." Edward Hyderkhan, Kirkwood Soccer Club
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Angelo Morello organizes our incoming soccer groups from North America to Italy. Angelo's extensive educational background as a former high school teacher is only one of the many strengths that he has to offer our clients. Precise and thorough by nature, he throws himself into our tours and hardly comes up for air until they're finished and his groups are happy! Angelo has many years of experience working in the sports tourism industry, and his relationship and organizational skills are unmatched. How I can best help you... Angelo's passion for travel and language abilities help him effectively express and present great options to our groups, making him one of our most valued assets.What they've said... "Italy was a lot of fun. Angelo kept us going like clockwork and created a great environment for our whole group." Martie McTavish, Good Counsel High School Soccer
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Graham Moss-Harling leads our North American teams coming into England. Graham was born and raised in London, and spent many years in the British Military. His family are long standing hotel and restaurant owners in the city of London. Graham is an officially licensed London tour guide and has looked after many tour groups and teams. How I can best help you ... Graham's sense of humor and knowledge of British history combine to give your group a fun learning experience. What they've said ... "Graham was essential to the success of our London trip. He answered every question from the age of Tower of London to where we could get the best buy for our money. He guided us through the maze that is the Tube and always kept us on schedule. He was so patient, and the girls loved him! Wouldn't see London without him!" Elizabeth Zimmerman, Linganore High School
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Catherine Murphy assists our groups coming into Ireland. A native of Ireland, Catherine has over 16 years of working in the sports industry. She has previously worked in Sales and Administration for two prestigious sports clubs. Catherine has organized travel plans for in excess of 1,000 individuals. How I can best help you... Catherine's personality and knowledge of her country provides our groups an excellent experience. Catherine's passion for sport shows through in the way she leads our groups. She is willing to jump in and help out our teams when needed, but also knows when to stay out of the way. What they've said.... "Our trip was full of great friendships and relationships with players, coaches, parents, and our trainer Murray and tour manger Catherine." Lee Schopp, Hope College Men's Soccer
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Felipe Alves assists our groups coming into Portugal. A native of Portugal, Felipe has an extensive background in tourism and tour management. He has his Tourist Guide Certification after passing the Portuguese National Exam for Tour Guides, he has a graduate degree in Tourism Information and is working towards his Masters in Tourism and Communication at the University of Lisbon. How I can best help you... Felipe's personality and knowledge of his country provides our groups an excellent experience. His knowledge of the sights and his contacts will give you detailed and in-depth experience of all Portugal has to offer. And because he attends the University of Lisbon, he knows the hottest bars and restaurants in Lisbon to give you a taste of the true Portugese culture! |
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Sven-Erik Jensen organizes our groups coming into Denmark. A native of Denmark, Sven Erik has been involved in the sports travel business for over 25 years looking after many groups on their travel to Scandinavia. How I can best help you ... Sven-Erik's experience in the travel industry helps to give your group a smooth and knowledgable experience. There is no issue Sven-Erik has not dealt with and overcome! What they've said ... "Sven-Erik, our fabulous Denmark guide with Excel International Sports was an incredible resource of knowledge which made our trip such a success. His warm and friendly attitude, love for his country, genuine concern for us and his remarkable knowledge of the history of Denmark, made the trip an astounding success with memories to last a lifetime. I will always have a special place in my heart for the Danes and Sven-Erik." Mark Cantor, Maryland Girls ODP
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