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United Soccer League Launches Partnership with You Can Play in Honor of Pride Month
By USLSoccer.com Staff 06/01/2023, 10:00am EDT
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LouCity goalkeeper Alex Kron joins First Team as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/25/2023, 1:22pm EDT
2022 United Soccer Coaches All-America selection is fourth current Academy signing in roster
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Republic FC adds Ezekiel Padilla as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/25/2023, 1:10pm EDT
Local product will be available for remainder of the 2023 season after starring for club’s U-17 squad
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USL Academy League Introduces Girls Divisions, Welcomes Additional Boys Programs in 2023
By USLSoccer.com Staff 05/24/2023, 1:00pm EDT
Foundation of developmental pathway to create more opportunities for boys and girls across the country to step into USL senior teams
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Locomotive FC’s Marton Demko selected for Hungary’s UEFA U-17 Championship squad
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/16/2023, 4:12pm EDT
Defender was called up for pre-tournament training camp, earned place in final 21-man roster as event kicks off Wednesday
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Rising FC adds Glendale native Jack Ramirez as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/12/2023, 8:38pm EDT
16-year-old midfielder becomes fifth academy player to join club’s First Team this season
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Locomotive FC’s Marton Demko earns Hungary U-17s call-up
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/09/2023, 4:13pm EDT
USL Academy signing selected for 26-man camp prior to final squad announcement for UEFA U-17 Championship
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United Soccer League Names Experienced Soccer Executive Paul McDonough as USL President and Chief Soccer Officer
By USLSoccer.com Staff 05/08/2023, 4:30pm EDT
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Dozen NCFC Academy standouts penned to USL Academy contracts with first team
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 04/27/2023, 1:00pm EDT
Group features U.S., El Salvador, D.C. United, Charlotte FC youth standouts; have played a combined 100 seasons across NCFC Youth, Academy
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Referees of the 2023 USL Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/26/2023, 10:15am EDT
These officials kept their matches running smoothly and fairly all weekend
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2023 Academy Cup Team of the Tournament
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/26/2023, 10:00am EDT
The best performers from a full week of action!
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Orange County adds midfielder Ben Norris as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/21/2023, 6:42am EDT
16-year-old played for club at 2022 USL Academy League Finals, joins three other Academy signings in squad
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Why Joshua Wynder’s USMNT call-up is a ‘gamechanger’
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/18/2023, 12:02pm EDT
ESPN’s Herculez Gomez sees LouCity standout’s landmark as opening new pathway, shows how expansion has brought opportunity for young talent
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LouCity Academy makes history with Dallas Cup victory
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/10/2023, 2:25pm EDT
Goals by Kimberling, Varela lead side to Boys U-19 Division triumph, first team from Kentucky to win at prestigious event
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Cayelli, Dye Finish Academy Cup as Top Scorers
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/06/2023, 10:45am EDT
Read about the four Golden Boot, Glove and Ball winners from the weekend
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Indy Eleven, NC Courage Headline Academy Cup Winners
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/02/2023, 6:15pm EDT
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Clutch Performances Seal Championship Matchups at USL Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/01/2023, 5:30pm EDT
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Groups take shape in Day 2 of USL Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/31/2023, 4:55pm EDT
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Hat Tricks and Penalty Saves Highlight Academy Cup Day 1
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/30/2023, 5:29pm EDT
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How Cleveland Force SC is maintaining the city’s longstanding soccer tradition
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/29/2023, 2:30pm EDT
Nostalgia behind Force’s brand and implementation of new development pipeline is providing pathway to city’s talent
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Luke Phillips joins Lexington as club's first-ever USL Academy signing
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/29/2023, 12:45pm EDT
16-year-old goalkeeper will develop behind Amal Knight, Austin Causey
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7 players you need to know ahead of the 2023 USL Academy Cup
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/28/2023, 2:20pm EDT
USL Championship signings, W League talents among those expected to shine at event
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Here are 5 top matches to watch at the 2023 Academy Cup
By USLSoccer.com Staff 03/27/2023, 11:55am EDT
Elite talent across boys, girls divisions will be showcased at biggest Academy Cup ever
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Special Events Guide for the 2023 USL Academy Cup
By USLSoccer.com Staff 03/24/2023, 4:30pm EDT
Panel events on recruiting and player pathways among opportunities to develop off-field skills during event
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LouCity adds Smith, Elder as USL Academy signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/24/2023, 1:14pm EDT
Local standouts join squad ahead of Saturday’s contest with El Paso Locomotive FC
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7 players who broke out at prior editions of the USL Academy Cup
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2023, 10:30am EDT
Current youth internationals, professionals and exciting Academy talents have shone over the past three editions
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Madison sign Mexico youth national team midfielder Tino Vásquez
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/22/2023, 2:45pm EDT
16-year-old signs USL Academy contract after excelling with Chicago Fire Academy
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Las Vegas signs six players to USL Academy contracts
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/22/2023, 2:44pm EDT
Henderson native Alexander Romero returns for second season, made debut in opening game of 2023 campaign
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Hounds add local product Anders Bordoy as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/21/2023, 12:05pm EDT
18-year-old defender has come through Riverhounds Development Academy from U-9 level
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Battery sign brothers Charlie and Mattie Dennis to USL Academy contracts
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/21/2023, 9:49am EDT
Charleston natives joins First Team having grown up watching the Black and Yellow from the stands
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Fuego FC, Adam Smith providing players in the Valley with new opportunities
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/17/2023, 9:30am EDT
Central Valley Fuego FC's academy team gearing up for 2023 USL Academy Cup
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2023 Season Preview: Top Young Players
By ETHAN TRIEBSCH - ethan.triebsch@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2023, 3:45pm EDT
Collection of young stars eager to break out in 2023
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NCFC re-sign 17-year-old midfielder Nicolas Rincon
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/15/2023, 6:15pm EDT
Exciting young prospect has excelled at nearly every level of NCFC's youth-to-pro pipeline
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Leo Santos joins Knoxville as club's first-ever academy signing
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/15/2023, 5:00pm EDT
Former Nashville SC academy product to compete for League One newcomers
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Rowdies’ Academy signing Santiago Castaneda to join MSV Duisburg
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/14/2023, 1:05pm EDT
17-year-old made debut for Tampa Bay in 2022 campaign, will remain with club until summer transfer window
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5 USL Academy Signings to Follow in the 2023 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2023, 2:00pm EST
As USL Academy programs continue to grow and flourish, here are some top young talents to watch
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Women’s History Month: FIFA Referee Alyssa Nichols
By USLWLeague.comStaff 03/08/2023, 12:00pm EST
Mississippi's first FIFA referee is breaking down barriers
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Indy announces five USL Academy signings for 2023 season
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/07/2023, 2:53pm EST
Midfielder Diego Sanchez returns after making First Team debut in 2022, joined by Crawford, Vostal, Chavarria and Iaccino
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Tormenta FC sign trio of academy standouts to first team
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/03/2023, 10:00am EST
Signing of Andreucetti, Miller, and Quintero signifies Tormenta FC's continued commitment to develop local talent
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FC Tulsa makes club history with USL Academy addition Renan Mendoza
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/02/2023, 11:08am EST
14-year-old joins club after strong preseason, brings experience from United States U-15 Futsal squad
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NCFC transfers academy product Britton Fischer to MNUFC2
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 03/01/2023, 11:00am EST
Fischer becomes first NCFC homegrown talent to complete pathway and be transferred
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Union Omaha add talented youngster Anderson Holt
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 02/28/2023, 12:45pm EST
18-year-old defender is third academy signing to join Owls
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Match schedule announced for 2023 Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/27/2023, 2:55pm EST
An action-packed weekend in Tampa awaits!
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LouCity adds forward Issac Cano as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/21/2023, 10:00am EST
18-year-old has seen action this preseason, was previously state title winner at Dunbar High in Lexington
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USL Academy announces brackets for 2023 Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/14/2023, 2:00pm EST
Over 100 teams set to feature in March competition
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USL Championship, Academy players set for Concacaf Men’s U-17 Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/10/2023, 1:00pm EST
Charleston’s Barajas, San Diego’s Ferree get chance to shine in Guatemala in bid for World Cup berth
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Johnson, Castaneda return to Rowdies as USL Academy signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/10/2023, 12:00pm EST
Local duo saw action during 2022 season, Johnson helped Tampa Bay United claim USL Academy League Final
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Detroit City FC sees Dominic Gasso return as Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/08/2023, 2:00pm EST
19-year-old made two appearances in Championship, featured in USL Academy Cup during 2022 season
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Battery sign goalkeeper Danny Fischer to USL Academy contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/07/2023, 1:00pm EST
18-year-old Southern Illinois University Edwardsville commit joins club ahead of 2023 season
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How the USL Academy League Finals provided a platform for referee development
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/30/2023, 12:00pm EST
Young officials received mentorship, instruction from experienced crew during November event
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Red Wolves sign academy star Yahir Paez to first professional contract
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 01/25/2023, 10:30am EST
19-year-old is first academy product to sign professional contract with first team
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One Knoxville SC unveils the One Knox Collective
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 01/18/2023, 4:30pm EST
Nonprofit organization features youth, USL Academy and adult rec offerings
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The New Mexico United Academy star proving talent can come from anywhere
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/13/2023, 10:30am EST
Academy Finals Golden Boot winner Alex Waggoner exemplifies young talent in overlooked pockets across America
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New Mexico adds Waggoner, Merritt, Robles as USL Academy signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 01/06/2023, 12:00pm EST
Trio featured at 2022 USL Academy League Finals, with Waggoner claiming Playoff Division’s Golden Boot
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How LouCity’s Joshua Wynder has reset the bar for USL Championship prospects
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/16/2022, 3:25pm EST
USL Technical Director Liam O’Connell believes USSF Young Male Player of the Year nomination offers ‘proof of concept’
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How the USL Academy Finals supplied more building blocks for the pro signings in action
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/06/2022, 9:50am EST
High-level competition, ability to build confidence, provide leadership gave value for top prospects
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Excitement Surrounding Addition of Girls’ Division to USL Academy on Full Display at 2022 Academy League Finals
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/23/2022, 9:59am EST
Coaches, league officials eager for expansion of 2023 USL Academy League, offering full player pathway
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USL Academy announces 2022 Academy League Finals All-Tournament Teams
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/22/2022, 2:00pm EST
Standouts from Playoff, Showcase Divisions honored after impressive performances over four-day event
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Tampa Bay United’s Nicholas Skubis earns Academy Finals Golden Ball
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/20/2022, 4:30pm EST
Key figure in TBU’s title victory joined by teammate Nicolas Mejia as Golden Glove, New Mexico’s Alex Waggoner takes Golden Boot
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Tampa Bay United claims 2022 USL Academy League Title
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/20/2022, 11:46am EST
Nicholas Skubis notches goal, assist to lead side to 2-0 victory against Queensboro FC
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Three Takeaways from USL Academy Finals – Day 3
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 11/19/2022, 4:10pm EST
Tampa Bay gets win, and help, to reach final; Toros’ Herrera continues strong week in Showcase
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Boulder County United to join League Two ahead of 2023 season
By USLLeagueTwo.com Staff 11/18/2022, 6:00pm EST
The one-year-old club will compete in League Two and USL Academy competitions beginning in 2023
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Three Takeaways from USL Academy Finals – Day 2
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 11/18/2022, 4:30pm EST
Tampa Bay claims seven-goal thriller, Queensboro FC books its Final berth
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USL Academy Final Preview – Tampa Bay United vs. Queensboro FC
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/18/2022, 4:15pm EST
Group winners in Playoff Division set to meet for title on Sunday morning at Sportsplex of Tampa Bay
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Three takeaways from USL Academy Finals – Day 1
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 11/17/2022, 3:20pm EST
Waggoner gets New Mexico off to winning start, San Antonio’s Sakshaug grabs important point
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USL Academy Partners with Florida Soccer Referees to Identify Referees for Professional Matches
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/16/2022, 4:29pm EST
Top Division Referee leads search and training sessions for Academy officials
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USL Academy Enters New Phase with Expanded Women’s Pathway and Fully Integrated Squads for ages 15-20
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/15/2022, 12:59pm EST
If You're Good Enough, You're Old Enough
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Top matches to Watch at the 2022 Academy League Finals
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/14/2022, 4:45pm EST
Some of the top talent in the nation is set to go head-to-head this weekend
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National Referee Coaches and Daily Training Highlight USL Academy’s Referee Development
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/14/2022, 12:59pm EST
Officials will undergo daily video training at the League Finals
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2022 USL Academy League Finals – Top Players to Watch
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/11/2022, 5:30pm EST
From returning standouts to new faces, here are 15 players set to compete at this year’s event
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How to Watch the 2022 Academy League Finals
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/11/2022, 11:59am EST
All matches will be available on The Moment Live - Championship and 3rd place game on YouTube
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30 teams set to compete in 2022 USL Academy League Finals
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/09/2022, 12:59pm EST
Eight teams will play in a Playoff Bracket, hoping to win a championship
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Aspiration, perspiration, belief set course for LouCity’s youngsters to shine
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 11/04/2022, 12:25pm EDT
Teenage academy graduates Elijah and Joshua Wynder, Carlos Moguel Jr. living the dream at hometown club
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Richmond's Ethan Bryant Vote 2022 League One Young Player of the Year
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 11/02/2022, 12:30pm EDT
21-year-old midfielder flourished in fifth professional season
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Locomotive FC makes landmark signings, Academy products Abarca, Maldonado turn pro
By USLChampionship.com Staff 10/28/2022, 8:25am EDT
Midfielders competed for El Paso in 2022 Championship season as USL Academy signings
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SUMMER RECAP: Call-ups, International Duty and College Opportunities
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/17/2022, 1:00pm EDT
A successful summer season gave plenty of athletes the chance to chase professional futures
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United Soccer League Partners with FC Harlem
By USLSoccer.com Staff 09/21/2022, 10:00am EDT
World-renowned youth club to join USL Academy League in 2024; aims for USL League One debut by 2026
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SD Loyal signs Loyal Select’s Duran Ferree to first pro contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 09/14/2022, 1:00pm EDT
15-year-old makes history as first local product to sign professionally with club from academy pathway
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Republic FC adds Jose Ponce as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 09/02/2022, 1:10pm EDT
16-year-old is 10th player this season to join First Team roster from club’s Academy system
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USL Academy supporting the development of college-bound players
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/31/2022, 12:59pm EDT
Nearly 400 players moving on to NCAA Division I programs and other universities
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Roots SC adds trio of USL Academy Signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 08/22/2022, 5:21pm EDT
Rodriguez, McIntosh and Cruz all saw action for Project 51O during successful USL League Two campaign
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Indy Eleven adds Hayden Vostal as Academy signing
By USLAcademy.com Staff 08/19/2022, 8:20am EDT
6-foot-3 goalkeeper was named to United Soccer Coaches All-Central Region Team as sophomore
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Sarah Brady: We are building a foundation for a sustainable pathway
By USLSoccer.com Staff 08/18/2022, 1:20pm EDT
Learn more about the newest addition to the USL Women’s Pathway in an in-depth Q&A
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United Soccer League continues innovating the Women’s Pathway, appoints Sarah Brady to lead USL Academy for girls
By USLSoccer.com Staff 08/18/2022, 1:00pm EDT
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Kickers Sign Defender Otavio Zerbini to USL Academy Contract
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 08/17/2022, 11:15am EDT
18-year-old defender has developed with multiple South African professional clubs
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Republic FC Academy’s Blake Willey called into U.S. U16 Camp
By USLChampionship.com Staff 08/16/2022, 4:39pm EDT
Becomes fourth Sacramento academy player selected to a national team training program in 2022
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New Mexico Academy goes undefeated against top-flight competition
By USLChampionship.com Staff 08/15/2022, 4:39pm EDT
NMU youngsters take victory against Atlanta United FC, earn draws with Monterrey CF, Colorado Rapids
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2022 USL Academy League Finals Structure Announced
By USLAcademy.com Staff 08/15/2022, 1:30pm EDT
Expanded tournament to provide additional exposure to top players from regular season
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Sacramento Republic FC’s Santiago Suarez called into U.S. U-19s camp
By USLChampionship.com Staff 07/22/2022, 11:28am EDT
Defender becomes latest from USL Championship Academy to earn call-up for national duty
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Chattanooga Sign Academy Standout Yahir Paez to First Team
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 07/18/2022, 2:00pm EDT
Paez become second Red Wolves Academy product to sign with first team
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How Louisville City FC built the platform for a potential seven-figure player
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 07/14/2022, 11:31am EDT
Singular vision, investment and club culture has seen emergence of Joshua Wynder, paving way for more
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Aaronson’s path one that could be emulated by fellow Championship alumni
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 07/12/2022, 6:10pm EDT
Moves by LouCity’s Jonathan Gomez, OCSC’s Kobi Henry highlight platforms USL can provide for top young talent
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USL Academy Providing Opportunities for Referee Advancement
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/07/2022, 9:30am EDT
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Detroit City FC adds Dominic Gasso as USL Academy signing
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/05/2022, 2:54pm EDT
18-year-old Grand Blanc, Mich. native competed for club at USL Academy Cup in spring
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LouCity’s Joshua Wynder is on a pathway to the top of the game
By USLChampionship.com Staff 06/26/2022, 11:38am EDT
Take an inside look at the 17-year-old U.S. youth international’s road through LouCity Academy
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Oakland adds Javier Bedolla-Vera as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 06/21/2022, 6:57pm EDT
15-year-old becomes youngest player in club’s history, has competed this season in USL League Two
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Toros sign 15-year-old Dylan Hernandez to USL Academy Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 06/20/2022, 3:00pm EDT
U.S. U-15s call-up, Pharr, Texas native is youngest Academy signing in RGVFC history
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Why El Paso Locomotive FC’s Academy can be the next game-changer in American soccer
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 06/16/2022, 4:00pm EDT
Situated in a soccer hotbed, the next Omar Salgado or Ricardo Pepi will likely emerge as a Locomotive FC player
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St. Charles FC joining USL League Two and W League
By USL Web Staff 06/14/2022, 12:59pm EDT
St. Charles will also compete in Academy competitions
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The story so far on new Stade de Reims signing Kobi Henry
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 06/14/2022, 12:00pm EDT
After turning pro with Orange County SC in 2020, the 18-year-old has won his first title, and earned his first USMNT call-up
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United Soccer League Launches Partnership with You Can Play in Honor of Pride Month
By USLSoccer.com Staff 06/01/2023, 10:00am EDT
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LouCity goalkeeper Alex Kron joins First Team as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/25/2023, 1:22pm EDT
2022 United Soccer Coaches All-America selection is fourth current Academy signing in roster
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Republic FC adds Ezekiel Padilla as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/25/2023, 1:10pm EDT
Local product will be available for remainder of the 2023 season after starring for club’s U-17 squad
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