Premier International Tours and NorCal Premier Soccer Announce Renewal of Partnership
September 28, 2026 — Premier International Tours and NorCal Premier Soccer are pleased to announce the renewal of their partnership, reaffirming a shared commitment to creating meaningful international soccer experiences and pathways for the continued development of players, coaches, and clubs across Northern California.
The renewed agreement connects the NorCal soccer community with Premier International Tours’ customized programs in leading destinations throughout Europe and South America. These experiences combine competitive matches, professional training opportunities, tournament participation, stadium visits, sightseeing, and cultural immersion, giving teams the opportunity to develop both on and off the field.
“At Premier International Tours, we believe that experiencing different soccer cultures, competing against international opposition, and learning in new environments can have a lasting impact on everyone involved,” said Loek van Zijl, President of Premier International Tours. “We are excited to renew our partnership with NorCal, as both organizations are football-first and share a commitment to the growth and development of the beautiful game in Northern California. We also love that the NorCal staff consistently call the sport football.”
NorCal serves clubs, players, coaches, and families throughout Northern California, creating high-quality pathways and opportunities within the game. Through the partnership, NorCal members will have access to Premier International Tours’ more than 45 years of expertise in organizing customized international soccer travel programs.
“International experiences provide players and coaches with an opportunity to see the game from a different perspective, challenge themselves in new environments, and bring those lessons back to their clubs and communities. We’re pleased to continue our partnership with Premier International Tours and to provide NorCal members with access to meaningful soccer experiences around the world,” said Shawn Blakeman, NorCal Vice President and Business Development.
Together, Premier International Tours and NorCal aim to give teams firsthand exposure to the global game, broadening their perspectives and bringing new ideas back to their clubs and communities.
For more information about Premier International Tours, visit premierinternationaltours.com.
For more information about NorCal Premier Soccer, visit norcalpremier.com.
