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Shay Spitz

b. 1988

Association football player (born 1988)

Association football player Beach soccer player
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About Shay Spitz

Born 1988. Shay Spitz is a New Zealand association football player and beach soccer player.

Shay Spitz (; born 27 January 1988) is a former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. Born in Hong Kong, he represented the United States at international level in beach soccer.

Spitz holds United States citizenship as well, but grew up in Singapore, Portugal and Australia. Despite holding New Zealand and American citizenship, Spitz did not spend time growing up in either country.

Club career

College and amateur Spitz took classes at Orange Coast College in Orange County, California for one semester, but did not play intercollegiate soccer. In 2006, Spitz transferred to California State University, Fullerton and played college soccer for four years, making 77 appearances and scoring 12 goals.

Spitz also spent the 2010 season with Hollywood United Hitmen in the USL Premier Development League.

Professional On 15 February 2012, Spitz signed a professional contract with USL Pro club Los Angeles Blues and made his debut on 4 May in a 2–1 win over the Wilmington Hammerheads.

Kitchee On 12 September 2012, Spitz signed a professional contract with Hong Kong First Division club Kitchee. He was forced to leave the club after reports that he did not have a work permit which was required even though he was born in Hong Kong.

Los Angeles Blues In March 2013, Spitz rejoined Los Angeles Blues. He scored his first goal for the club on 26 April 2013 in a 4–0 victory over the Wilmington Hammerheads.

Southern District On 9 July 2015, Spitz joined Southern after a season with Hong Kong Rangers.

On 2 July 2017, Southern announced on Facebook that Spitz would return for the upcoming season.

On 29 June 2020, it was announced that Spitz would leave the club and return to Australia to develop his career.

International career Spitz was included in the 12-player roster of United States national beach soccer team for Copa Salvador del Mundo 2013.

Family Shay Spitz's younger brother Tyler Spitz plays for the Hong Kong national rugby union team.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
California State University, Fullerton, Orange Coast College
Also known as
Shay Phillip Spitz

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Shay Spitz?

Association football player (born 1988)

When was Shay Spitz born?

Shay Spitz was born on 27 January 1988 in Hong Kong.

What is Shay Spitz's occupation?

Shay Spitz is an association football player and beach soccer player.

What nationality is Shay Spitz?

Shay Spitz is New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shay Spitz

· Wikidata: Q7491641

· DBpedia: Shay Spitz

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