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Hall of Fame

Aldo Santaga

Aldo Santaga

  • Class
  • Induction
    2001
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Soccer, Women's Soccer
Aldo Santaga coached from 1978-1992 and is one of the most successful and beloved coaches in all of Phoenix athletics. He is known for his tireless efforts in promoting soccer at all levels and a genuine love for the game. In addition to coaching the men's team, he also coached the women in 1991. He was a NCAA DII tournament participant in 1978 and NCAA DI in 1983 in addition to coaching an All-American, Senior Bowl pick and 13 All-Conference selections. He was instrumental in finding financial support for what was then Phoenix Field but eventually became Aldo Santaga Stadium. The Santaga family as a whole became huge supporters of UW-Green Bay including Aldo's wife Janet and their sons Jeff, Greg and Scott. Aldo was inducted into the Wisconsin Soccer Hall of Fame in 1989 and the Green Bay Phoenix Hall of Fame in 2001.
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