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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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Top Five Goals of the Academy Spring League Season
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/13/2022, 3:00pm EDT
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Toros add Alexis Gonzalez as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 06/09/2022, 4:00pm EDT
6-foot-2 goalkeeper has appeared for RGVFC’s U-17s, U-19s over past two years
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FC Carolinas joins USL W League and USL League Two as expansion side for 2023
By USLWLeague.com Staff 06/09/2022, 11:59am EDT
Expansion club FCC will also field a USL Academy program
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Go, Go, Diego! El Paso’s Abarca grabs memorable first goal
By USLChampionship.com Staff 06/05/2022, 9:58am EDT
16-year-old becomes youngest goalscorer in club history with second-half tally against Hartford
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USL Academy League announces competition structure for 2022 seasons
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/03/2022, 11:59am EDT
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USL Academy Realignment for 2022
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/01/2022, 4:00pm EDT
Three pilot divisions and a divisional split are new additions to the 2022 Academy season.
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Rowdies add goalkeeper Armstrong as USL Academy signing
By USL-Academy.com Staff 05/27/2022, 12:00pm EDT
18-year-old Wake Forest commitment is third youngster added to club’s squad this season
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Growing the game, doing what's best for the kids – Q&A with Mark Ward, Chattanooga Red Wolves SC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 05/26/2022, 10:10am EDT
Going in-depth with the Red Wolves Academy Director as the club’s pipeline from USL Academy to League One grows
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Cristian Nava’s first professional goal caps New Mexico’s night
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/25/2022, 11:20am EDT
2021 USL Academy Playoffs Golden Ball winner made senior breakthrough in victory against Phoenix
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Roots SC brings in goalkeeper Timothy Syrel as USL Academy signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/20/2022, 4:34pm EDT
18-year-old moved up to club’s First Team roster from League Two’s Project 51O
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Championship legend George Davis IV joins LouCity & Racing Foundation
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/17/2022, 9:58am EDT
League’s all-time leader in regular season appearances becomes Program Director after offseason retirement
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New Mexico United adds Orlando Ramirez as Educational Liaison
By USL-Academy.com Staff 05/12/2022, 3:22pm EDT
Albuquerque native has been longtime teacher, coach in region, will lead Academy players in achieving educational, career goals
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Legion FC announces partnership with Birmingham United Soccer Association/Alabama FC
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/10/2022, 10:20am EDT
Partnership preserves opportunity for elite players to train at the highest competitive level
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Republic FC adds three USL Academy signings to squad
By USL-Academy.com Staff 05/06/2022, 5:14pm EDT
Daniel Govea returns for second season with First Team, Leonardo Martinez, Michaelaaron Ortez also join side
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USL Bellevue joining USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 05/04/2022, 2:59pm EDT
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Legion FC announces trio of USL Academy signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/25/2022, 5:14pm EDT
Johnson, Garcia, Heaps are first class of Legion FC Academy players added to First Team squad
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Lexington Sporting Club Joins USL Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/18/2022, 12:00pm EDT
The League One expansion side will participate in multiple USL Academy events
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LouCity Signs Academy Product Sebastian Sanchez to Pro Deal
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/14/2022, 4:05pm EDT
18-year-old receives college scholarship as part of agreement, will join USL League One’s Tormenta FC on loan
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Rising FC adds Jacob Harris, Josh Martinez as USL Academy signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/14/2022, 11:10am EDT
Phoenix inks fourth and fifth Arizona natives to this season’s roster
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2022 Academy Cup Awards
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/13/2022, 11:59am EDT
The very best performers from a competitive Academy Cup
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San Antonio’s Sakshaug shines in Open Cup opportunity
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2022, 11:56am EDT
17-year-old became youngest player in club history to record two-goal outing as club’s youth impressed in victory
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Extra Time, Penalties Needed to Decide Champions in 2022 Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/03/2022, 3:29pm EDT
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Final Day of Academy Cup 2022 Comes Into Focus
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/02/2022, 2:59pm EDT
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Tight Competition rules Academy Cup Day Two
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/01/2022, 5:29pm EDT
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Physicality Carries the Day on Day One of 2022 Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/31/2022, 2:59pm EDT
Winning the races to the ball made all the difference in Tampa
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USL Academy Cup Players to Watch
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/30/2022, 5:44pm EDT
North America's next young stars are set to show their skills over the weekend
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2022 USL Academy Cup National Event Schedule Released
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/30/2022, 12:30pm EDT
The national event will see representation from 36 clubs spanning the league's men's and women's properties
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2022 Academy Cup Provides Off-Field Growth Opportunities
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/29/2022, 3:59pm EDT
A full slate of events and Player Village stations provides a full day of growth
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Developing Referees at USL Academy Cup
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/28/2022, 4:14pm EDT
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Looking Back: The Best Players from Academy Cup 2021
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/22/2022, 3:29pm EDT
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Hartford Athletic Signs Damon Rouse to Academy Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/03/2022, 1:15pm EST
16-year-old becomes youngest player signed to First Team roster in Athletic’s history
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Participating Clubs Announced for 2022 USL Academy Cup National Tournament
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/21/2022, 12:00pm EST
The 2022 USL Academy Cup will feature more than 75 teams between U-13, U-15 and U-19 age groups
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Kickers Sign Goalkeeper Eli Mumford to Academy Contract
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 02/17/2022, 1:00pm EST
The former North Carolina FC youth player joins the Reds on a USL Academy contract
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FC Tulsa Inks Two New Academy Signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/16/2022, 12:32pm EST
Aimar Membrila, Josue Flores will travel with team to Tucson for preseason contests
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With Nava Leading Way, New Mexico’s Academy Continues to Build
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/10/2022, 12:12pm EST
Championship debut, Academy Playoffs honor highlighted individual success grounded in club’s strong foundation
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Memphis Announces Four USL Academy Signings for New Season
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/09/2022, 4:22pm EST
Talley, Brucker, Betapudi return for second campaign, O’Malley set for first season at 901 FC
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Toros Sign Young Forward Herrera to USL Academy Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/09/2022, 4:00pm EST
17-year-old local product has made more than 100 appearances in club’s academy system
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Dreaming in Color, Duke Lacroix’s Vision Comes to Life for Black Players Alliance
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/01/2022, 5:55pm EST
Republic FC defender’s interest in art, design provided foundation for new limited-edition scarf
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Indy Eleven Signs Five Players to USL Academy Contracts
By USLChampionship.com Staff 01/28/2022, 4:12pm EST
Four members of 2021 USL Academy Playoffs title-winners set for new Championship season
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Indy Signs Academy Product Alann Torres to First Pro Deal
By USLChampionship.com Staff 01/21/2022, 3:48pm EST
18-year-old made First Team debut in 2021, was named to USL Academy Playoffs First Team in December
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Young Talent Finding Different Pathways to Success in Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/18/2022, 9:28am EST
Loan spell in 2021 for San Antonio’s Torres could unlock potential, success at hometown club
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New Mexico United Appoints Junro Narita as Academy Director
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/26/2021, 6:00pm EST
Former UNM All-American, Austin FC Academy Head Coach will also serve as First Team assistant
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USL Academy Announces 2021 Playoffs All-Tournament Team
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/10/2021, 9:00am EST
Title-winners Indy Eleven earn four First Team selections to lead event’s standout talents
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New Mexico’s Nava Earns Academy Playoffs’ Golden Ball
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/06/2021, 9:25am EST
Indy’s Gafar awarded Golden Boot, Svetanoff takes Golden Glove after standout performances at event
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Sanchez Leads Way as Indy Eleven Claims Academy Playoffs Title
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/05/2021, 8:54pm EST
Midfielder recorded goal, assist as Boys in Blue defeated Queensboro FC 3-0 at Al Lang Stadium
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Alann Torres’ Talent Shining for Indy Eleven at USL Academy Playoffs
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/04/2021, 4:53pm EST
After Championship debut in September, path for young playmaker’s future is opening wider
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Queensboro FC Building from Grassroots Up Before Championship Arrival
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/04/2021, 7:45am EST
Club’s Academy program has provided local presence, offering opportunity to World’s Borough talent
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League One Move to Open New Doors for Independence’s Top Prospects
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/03/2021, 3:55pm EST
After success of Blake Pope in 2021, young standouts eager for opportunity to step up next season
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Indy Eleven, Queensboro FC to Meet in Academy Playoffs Final
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/03/2021, 2:00pm EST
Matchups set for final day of action after group stage concludes
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Weston, Southern Soccer Rising to Challenge of Major Market Competition
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/02/2021, 4:09pm EST
Opponents on opening day of USL Academy Playoffs are building opportunities in South Florida, Atlanta
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AC Connecticut Eager for Academy Playoffs Experience as Upward Growth Continues
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/02/2021, 2:33pm EST
Growing soccer scene – including arrival of Hartford Athletic – has offered pathway for Connecticut talent
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USL Academy – Liam O’Connell Q&A
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/01/2021, 5:30pm EST
Going in-depth with the Academy Director ahead of the 2021 USL Academy Playoffs
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2021 USL Academy Playoffs – Players to Watch
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/30/2021, 2:00pm EST
From current professionals to USL Academy standouts, here are eight players to keep tabs on this week
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USL Academy Playoffs – Group B Preview
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/29/2021, 4:10pm EST
Learn more about AC Connecticut, Charlotte Independence, Indy Eleven and San Antonio FC
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USL Academy Playoffs – Group A Preview
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/29/2021, 4:00pm EST
Learn more about New Mexico United, Queensboro FC, Southern Soccer Academy and Weston FC
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Para Nosotros, Por Nosotros – Latinas of USL
By USLSoccer.com Staff 11/14/2021, 1:00pm EST
In our third episode, Kicks to the Pitch host Denise Jones talks to USL’s Maury Urcadez and Queensboro FC’s Diana Cruz
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Eight Teams Set to Compete in Inaugural USL Academy League Playoffs, Dec. 2-5 in Tampa
By USLAcademy.com Staff 11/04/2021, 1:15pm EDT
Two group stage winners will meet in Dec. 5 Final at Al Lang Stadium
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A Conversation With Juan and Diana Cruz, Queensboro FC II
By USLAcademy.com Staff 10/14/2021, 12:00pm EDT
Colombia natives are both making their mark in the Academy at one of the USL Championship's newest clubs
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Orange County SC’s Hwang Awarded First USL Educational Scholarship
By USLChampionship.com Staff 10/07/2021, 6:16pm EDT
15-Year-Old Irvine resident receives USL Bellevue University Scholarship through club, league initiative
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Catching Up with Rafael Jauregui and Julian Chavez
By Morgan Tencza 09/29/2021, 6:00pm EDT
From climbing through the academy ranks to playing at the professional level, two Sacramento locals have found success at their hometown team.
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LouCity Signs Academy Standout Carlos Moguel Jr. to Pro Deal
By USLChampionship.com Staff 09/27/2021, 1:01pm EDT
18-year-old is third professional signing from club’s academy, starred this season in USL Academy League
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Locomotive FC Adds Brooklyn Raines as USL Academy Signing
By USLChampionship.com Staff 09/27/2021, 1:00pm EDT
16-year-old joins club from Barca Residency Academy for remainder of season
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2021 USL League Two x Academy League Team of the Year
By USLLeagueTwo.com Staff 09/23/2021, 3:00pm EDT
Scouting network determines best 11 League Two players that also competed in the Academy League this season
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USL Academy Opens Doors for Current Pro Players Pursuing USSF B License
By Morgan Tencza 09/20/2021, 5:30pm EDT
Six active USL players are taking the opportunity to coach with USL Academy teams while receiving coaching licenses to prepare them for the eventual transition from player to coach
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2022 USL Academy Cup Dates Announced
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/16/2021, 4:00pm EDT
The second annual USL Academy Cup will kick off on March 31
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United Soccer League Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
By USLSoccer.com Staff 09/14/2021, 4:30pm EDT
League and Clubs Honor Latinx Cultures, Communities and People That Have Shaped Soccer in the United States
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USL Academy Opens 2022 Application Process with Enhanced Standards
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/14/2021, 3:00pm EDT
Minimum standards updated to continue improving player development environments, while strengthening pathways towards USL Senior Teams
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USL Announces LGBTQ+ Inclusivity and Anti-Racism Training for Academy and Super Y League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/09/2021, 2:00pm EDT
Over 100 clubs to receive resources and training to create greater inclusivity
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Cole Frame Signs Professional Contract With North Carolina FC
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/08/2021, 9:00am EDT
18-year-old Academy standout for NCFC signs professional contract
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North Carolina FC Signs First Academy Product to a Professional Contract
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/02/2021, 11:00am EDT
15-year-old Nicholas Holliday becomes NCFC's first academy product to sign a professional deal
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Queensboro FC Opens Pathway to Europe Before Inaugural Season
By Morgan Tencza 09/01/2021, 2:00pm EDT
Academy star Cristian LoGrasso makes the professional jump to Europe after a successful trial with AD Alcorcón
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New Brand, Same Purpose: Develop Young Talent
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/24/2021, 3:00pm EDT
Pathfinder FC may be a new name, but the club has a history of producing stars with unique pathway
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New Mexico Signs Cristian Nava to Professional Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 08/21/2021, 1:00pm EDT
Former Academy signing, United Soccer Coaches All-America selection made United debut on July 9
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Catching Up with Kenan Hot
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/20/2021, 3:30pm EDT
17-year-old USL Academy contract ready to help Hartford immediately after signing in late July
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Union Omaha Adds Jaime Ponce as USL Academy Signing
By USLLeagueOne.com Staff 08/20/2021, 11:13am EDT
Ponce is second Union Omaha academy signing, available for Saturday’s contest
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Robin Schuppert Named Hartford Athletic's Academy and W-League Director
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/18/2021, 2:45pm EDT
Former AC Connecticut General Manager moves through the pathway to join partner club, Hartford Athletic, front office
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From New Jersey to Denmark, a New Pathway for Ronald Arevalo
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/13/2021, 1:00pm EDT
Son of El Salvadoran immigrants has grown through professional pathway Cedar Stars Academy provided
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UNION OMAHA SIGNS 17-YEAER-OLD LEXINGTON, NEBRASKA PLAYER TO FIRST-EVER ACADEMY CONTRACT
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/12/2021, 12:00pm EDT
Yoskar Galvan makes history becoming Union Omaha's first USL Academy contract signing
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Ventura County Fusion Announces New CEO and Director of Soccer
By USLLeagueTwo.com Staff 08/11/2021, 5:00pm EDT
Former USL Championship Head Coach Adam Smith joins Ventura County Fusion
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Indy Eleven’s Plan to Inspire Development Across the Hoosier State
By Morgan Tencza 08/09/2021, 4:00pm EDT
As Indiana’s lone pro soccer team, Indy aims to raise the state to a higher level of development through its academy
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Indy Eleven Signs Quartet to USL Academy Contracts
By USLChampionship.com Staff 08/09/2021, 3:33pm EDT
Group includes Aiden Benitez, who becomes youngest rostered player in Championship's history, alongside Diego Sanchez, Alan Torres, Ecris Revolorio
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Catching Up with Niall Dunn
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/04/2021, 4:00pm EDT
At 16 years old, Dunn becomes Phoenix Rising’s first USL Academy product to sign a professional contract
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Hartford Athletic Signs Midfielder Kenan Hot to USL Academy Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 07/30/2021, 11:00am EDT
17-year-old midfielder has earned multiple U.S. Youth National Team caps
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Republic FC Announces Seven USL Academy Signings
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/29/2021, 5:00pm EDT
Players from club’s U17 and U19 squads earned success 2021 MLS Next Cup
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Catching Up with Brad Dildy, San Antonio FC
By Morgan Tencza 07/29/2021, 2:00pm EDT
17-year-old became SAFC’s latest USL Academy signing after impressing in friendlies against top Liga MX clubs
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Phoenix Signs Niall Dunn to Professional Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 07/29/2021, 2:00pm EDT
16-year-old began season on USL Academy contract with Rising FC, is first to move up to pro contract in club history
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Connecticut's Pro Pathway Already Making an Impact
By Morgan Tencza 07/27/2021, 2:00pm EDT
Partnership between Championship’s Hartford Athletic, League Two’s AC Connecticut proving powerful example for youth development
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Catching Up with Jaden Servania
By Morgan Tencza 07/22/2021, 2:00pm EDT
Birmingham Legion FC and Puerto Rico National Team midfielder has quickly developed to make an impact at the club and national team level
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Catching Up with John Bradford
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/15/2021, 12:00pm EDT
The North Carolina FC Head Coach and Academy Director has been involved with the club for over 16 years and has experienced the path to pros firsthand
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Damian Gallegos Joins Richmond Kickers As USL Academy Signing
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/14/2021, 4:45pm EDT
18-YEAR-OLD MIDFIELDER BECOMES FIRST PLAYER ON USL ACADEMY CONTRACT UNDER RICHMOND HEAD COACH DARREN SAWATZKY
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Catching Up With Blake Pope
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/08/2021, 12:00pm EDT
From DC to Dallas and now Charlotte, Blake Pope talks about his past and how the Independence has been the best place for him to develop
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Catching Up with Keith Savage
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/01/2021, 12:00pm EDT
Tampa Bay Rowdies legend continues his legacy with the club by becoming the first head coach of the Academy in hopes to grow the pathway for local youth soccer
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ORANGE COUNTY SC SIGN WEST COAST FC FORWARD TO PRO ACADEMY CONTRACT
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/30/2021, 4:30pm EDT
Orange County signs 17-Year-Old Sean McTague to USL Pro Academy Contract
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Holliday's Stellar Debut Shows Strength Of NCFC Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/25/2021, 2:30pm EDT
The 15-year-old became the youngest goalkeeper to start a professional USL match last Sunday
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Catching Up with Vito Higgins
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/24/2021, 3:00pm EDT
FC Tucson Academy Head Coach breaks down his career from pro to coach and what he has in store for the 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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