Hershey’s Hero: How PA Molded Pulisic for the World Stage
From chocolate town streets to the U.S. national squad, Christian Pulisic’s rise shows how Hershey’s small‑town grit forged a soccer star for the World Cup.
Christian Pulisic’s name has become synonymous with American soccer ambition, but his story begins in the quiet lanes of Hershey, Pennsylvania – a place better known for chocolate than for producing world‑class talent. The town’s nickname, the "Sweetest Place on Earth," belies the hard‑working ethos that shaped the young midfielder. Pulisic’s first steps on the pitch were with the local PA Classics youth club, where coaches emphasized discipline, teamwork, and community pride.
