Our Team

Meet the Passionate Leaders Behind AAA Premier Soccer Tours

NICK VITALE – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Nick Vitale brings over 40 years of soccer experience to AAA Premier Soccer Tours. His career has spanned playing, mentoring, coaching, and managing, making him a true veteran of the sport. Nick’s deep connection with Swindon Town Football Club in the UK and his extensive experience in organizing soccer tours have allowed him to create unforgettable experiences for countless individuals. Under his leadership, AAA Premier Soccer Tours is dedicated to providing life-changing soccer adventures that combine sport, culture, and personal growth.

JON HOLLOWAY – TOUR MANAGER

Jon Holloway has been involved with Swindon Town since 1993, starting as a youth player, then a professional player, and later as a Community Officer. Jon also enjoyed a successful semi-professional playing career, representing clubs such as Gloucester City, Merthyr Tydfil, Bath City, Worcester City, and Forest Green Rovers. As Director of Community, Jon has overseen the expansion of community programs, engaging with over 30,000 participants annually. His initiatives cater to people from ages 2 to 82, fostering a strong connection between the club and the local community.

SCOTT LEE – TOUR MANAGER

Scott Lee founded Spirit of Soccer (SOS) in Sarajevo, Bosnia in 1996. He holds both UEFA and USSF A licenses and has instructed on UEFA, AFC and FIFA coaching courses worldwide. Scotty has overseen the training of more than 2,000 coach educators in 15 conflict and post-conflict countries. His SOS programmes have reached over a million players attracting investment of over $20,000,000 from international partners including FIFA, AFC, UEFA, US State Department, Arsenal FC, FCO and Sir Bobby Charlton.

Leigh Barnard – UK Consultant

Leigh Barnard is a UK-based consultant and former professional footballer with over four decades of experience in elite sport, education, and personal development. Best known for his successful football career—making over 350 Football League appearances for clubs including Portsmouth, Swindon Town, and Cardiff City—Leigh brings a wealth of real-world experience to his consultancy work.

After retiring from professional football, Leigh transitioned into education, teaching mathematics and mentoring young people at Abbotsfield School for Boys until 2014. His passion for personal growth, discipline, and team development has made him a trusted advisor in areas ranging from youth engagement to leadership training.

Leigh now offers tailored consultancy services across the UK, drawing on his background in high-performance sport, classroom teaching, and mentoring. With a proven track record of motivating individuals and teams, he specialises in helping others reach their full potential—whether on the pitch, in the classroom, or in life.

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