From Cordoba to the world, it may be the synthesis of Cordoba’s history. Dario Salathe former footballer is now taking part in one of the most ambitious sports projects in Latin America abroad. The 47-year-old former Belgrano, River and MLS goalkeeper is part of a group of athletes and businessmen who will elevate the world. Sports Performance Hub (SPH)a sports, academic and social training center that aims to become an international standard.
The project is included in homesteadland in the south of Florida, More than 40 hectares donated by the government We have a usage contract for 80 years. The investment is USD 280 millionis completely private and aims to create a high-performance infrastructure that combines sports, education and welfare.
The complex includes: 10,000 capacity stadiumsoccer, basketball, tennis, American football fields, boarding school Spaces for bilingualism, medical centres, hotels, student residences and community activities. It also serves as a base for professional team activities. Miami FC.
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From the field to management
Sarah joined the founding core of SPH. Manu Ginobili, Juan Sebastian Veron, Juan Ignacio “Pepe” Sanchez, Juan “Pico” Monaco, Mariano Zabaleta, Gaston Remyin addition to businessmen Riccardo SilvaOwner of Miami FC.
With a career that transitioned from the Cordoba League to American Soccer, Sala has established a profile over the past decade. Sports management and system development. Joining SPH is part of a management model that aims to integrate sport, education, health and community into the same ecosystem.
This project proposes a comprehensive approach. Academic training and sports practice They complement each other rather than competing. In this way, we aim to break the paradigm that forces young talents to choose between studying and training.
Campus with Latin American stickers
This initiative is supported by: collective vision It combines established athlete experience with business knowledge. The aim, the promoters say, is to create a “sustainable and inclusive growth model” that positions Latin American sports as a benchmark for management and professionalism.
SPH offers internationally oriented academic programs. Guaranteed scholarships for at least 10% of vacanciesin addition to a space for spiritual support and holistic well-being. During its construction, 4,300 jobsand once it works, it will generate the other 600 full-time positions.
Unlike other ventures in Miami, this project There will be no public funding. All funding will be sourced from local private capital and international strategic partners.
The vision behind the project
The SPH business model combines: Sports Academy, Hospitality, Educationalong with agreements with global sponsors. In total, 65% of income They will be born from the combination of sports and education, with the addition of stadiums, accommodation facilities and the use of cultural activities.
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The complex includes: 14 tennis courts, 18 pickleball courtsalong with gyms, auditoriums, and green space for public use, two of the fastest growing areas in the United States. The work has the following criteria: Environmental sustainability and smart technologywith international certification.
The founding group wants SPH to function as follows: Exportable platforms: A model that can be replicated in various cities in Latin America, with a training center linked to universities and local clubs.
From Cordoba to the world
Born in 1978 in the capital of Cordoba. Dario Sala He made his debut in the First Division wearing the Belgrano shirt and played for Racing de Córdoba, Los Andes, River Plate, Jerez, Independiente, Deportivo Cali, FC Dallaswhere he retired and permanently resided in the United States. Since then, he has maintained his ties to soccer and sports management and is now part of a network of Argentinian businessmen and former athletes based in Miami.
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