Manuel Hernandez (soccer) the top collegiate player of the year. Following college, Hernandez spent several years with San Francisco semi-pro teams. In 1974, the North American Soccer League (NASL) established a franchise in San Jose, naming it the San Jose Earthquakes. The Earthquakes signed Hernandez. He spent three season with the ‘Quakes, 1974-1976. In 1979, he signed with the Detroit Lightning of the Major Indoor Soccer League. After one season, he moved to the San Francisco Fog. In 1970, Hernandez represented the united States Olympic Team at the Pan-American games, Hernandez scored two goals against Bermuda which allow them to go into the
North American Soccer League the national deals, many clubs have local broadcast deals. Note: NASL club records only include performance while team competed in the NASL. Current through 2017 Season. Order based on major honors (championships). Bold denotes players still playing in the NASL. "Statistics as of November 2017" Stadium attendances are a significant source of regular income for the NASL and its clubs. The average and total attendances are listed below. North American Soccer League The North American Soccer League (NASL) is a professional men's soccer league headquartered in New York City. The league has been on hiatus since completing the 2017 season.