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USL Announces Cancelation of 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event
By USL Academy Communications 03/18/2020, 2:00pm EDT
Decision made with health and safety of paramount importance
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Official Statement Regarding 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event
By USL Academy Communications 03/13/2020, 12:30pm EDT
Given recent developments regarding COVID-19 and changes to the USL Championship and League One seasons, we at USL Academy wanted to provide some updates as it pertains to the 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event, currently scheduled for May 22-25.
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SAFC Adds Five Players On USL Academy Contracts
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2020, 10:15am EDT
Texas club continues to demonstrate top-notch player promotion record
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Watch the Official USL Academy Eastern Conference Event Recap
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/09/2020, 9:45am EDT
Catch up on all the action from last month's event
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Austin Bold’s Avila Ready for First Season as Full Professional
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2020, 1:45pm EST
The young forward impressed last season while on a USL Academy contract with his hometown club
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Playermaker Technology Provides In-Depth Performance Insight to Teams at USL Academy Cup Events
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/06/2020, 9:15am EST
Company provided its unique wearable technology to teams in Eastern Conference play
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Rowdies’ Academy Signings Show Cooperation Between Local Youth Clubs
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2020, 3:00pm EST
Two players from Tampa Bay United Rowdies, two from Chargers SC highlight expanding pro pathway in the area
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The Top Teams and Players of the USL Academy Eastern Conference Event
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2020, 11:00am EST
Check out the event's best performers
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Academy Signing Skinner Shows Promising Start for Independence Pro Pathway
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/26/2020, 11:30am EST
The 16-year-old defender excelled at the USL Academy Eastern Conference Event last week
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USL Academy Cup Eastern Conference Event Sets Strong Precedent for Platform’s Future
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/19/2020, 2:15pm EST
The 12 competing teams displayed an exceptional standard of play and took advantage of numerous development opportunities
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Charlotte Independence, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Tormenta FC Stay Unbeaten on Final Day of Eastern Conference Event
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/17/2020, 5:15pm EST
USL Academy regional event concluded on Monday
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Sunday's USL Academy Slate Featured Pro Pathway Panel, Premier Division Matchups
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/16/2020, 3:30pm EST
Tormenta FC and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC earned their first victories at the event
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Youth Development Workshop, Pro Preseason Games Highlight Saturday's USL Academy Action
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/15/2020, 11:30pm EST
Players were recognized at halftime of a friendly between Tampa Bay Rowdies and Montreal Impact
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USL Academy Eastern Conference Event Starts Off In Style
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/14/2020, 9:15pm EST
All 12 team's were in action on the tournament's first day
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Jaden Servania Exemplifies Expanding Youth to Pro Pathway at Legion FC
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/12/2020, 1:45pm EST
The club’s first-ever USL Academy signing will train and play with the Birmingham first team while maintaining NCAA eligibility
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Orange County's Jacobs Set to Compete with Rangers FC in 2020 Alkass Cup
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 02/04/2020, 3:15pm EST
Youngest-ever American male pro soccer player played for OCSC at the USL Academy Western Conference Event last October
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Boston Bolts Integrate Academy, League Two Squads in Forming Player Pathway
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/30/2020, 10:30am EST
The club has produced top talents Miles Robinson, Justin Rennicks in recent years
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Players to Watch at the USL Academy Eastern Conference Event
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/28/2020, 10:30am EST
Keep an eye on these top talents in Bradenton
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Timbers' Homegrown Signing Bodily Shows Advantages of USL's Expanding Development Path
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/27/2020, 11:45am EST
2019 Pac-12 Player of the Year played for Timbers organization at Academy, USL Championship, USL League Two levels
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USL Academy Eastern Conference Event Offers Unique Development Opportunities
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/21/2020, 3:00pm EST
Off-field events will be offered to players, coaches, referees, and parents to provide more holistic development experience
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'Value-Based System' Helps Young Talent Progress at Tormenta FC
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/16/2020, 10:00am EST
Georgia club promotes same tactical and technical ideas between youth, pre-professional and professional sides
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Venue Spotlight Pres. by Marka: Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/14/2020, 10:30am EST
23-field complex has hosted numerous U.S. soccer stars during their youth careers
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MURRAY: MLS SuperDraft a Sign that USL Academy Programs are Already Producing
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/10/2020, 2:19pm EST
Battery alum Robinson, STLFC alum Maher grabbed opportunity afforded to USL Academy signings
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Connectivity is Key to NCFC Academy's Success
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 01/08/2020, 2:30pm EST
The North Carolina FC youth and professional programs share coaches, resources, and more
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Schedule Set for USL Academy Eastern Conference Regional Event
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/07/2020, 12:15pm EST
18-game slate will take place from February 14-17, 2020
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Cedar Stars’ Arevalo Signs with HB Køge, Becomes First Pro Product From Club's Academy Pathway
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 12/02/2019, 4:00pm EST
The 16-year-old developed with the organization’s academy and League Two teams
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Academy Teams from Tampa Bay Rowdies, North Carolina FC to Compete at ICC Futures Tournament
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 11/13/2019, 10:15am EST
USL Partner Allstate Sueño Alianza will also field a side at the event
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USL To Launch Complementary Women's Pathway Through USL Academy
By USLSoccer.com Staff 11/07/2019, 1:45pm EST
Formation of Women's Player Development Pathway follows success of inaugural Academy Cup event
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PlayerMaker Offers Unique Performance Insight for USL Academy Teams
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/04/2019, 11:00am EST
Technology provides valuable analytics at first-ever USL Academy Event
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The Top Photos from the Inaugural USL Academy Event
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/30/2019, 8:45am EDT
Check out some of the top action shots from San Antonio
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Coaches relish chance to enhance player development at USL Academy Event
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 10/25/2019, 4:30pm EDT
American youth soccer experts speak highly of new platform
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The Best of the 2019 USL Academy Western Conference Regional Event
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/22/2019, 2:00pm EDT
Which players and teams stood out at the inaugural USL Academy event in San Antonio?
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USL Academy Western Conference Event Sets Exciting Precedent for Future of American Youth Soccer
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/17/2019, 4:00pm EDT
The United Soccer League's newest initiative got off to a promising start in San Antonio
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Inaugural USL Academy Event wraps up in style
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/15/2019, 12:00pm EDT
A successful first USL Academy event finished up on Monday
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Premier Division play and Pro Pathway Panel highlight Sunday's USL Academy action
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/13/2019, 6:15pm EDT
Inaugural Western Conference Event continues to impress
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USL Academy Event offered plenty of action on and off the field on Saturday
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/13/2019, 8:10am EDT
Coaches, referees take advantage of development opportunities
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Fantastic finishing displays highlight USL Academy's first day
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/12/2019, 9:30am EDT
The USL Academy Western Conference Regional event is off to a flying start
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Use #USLAcademy on social media for a chance to win prizes
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/10/2019, 5:15pm EDT
Social media contest will take place at the inaugural USL Academy Event
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USL Academy Western Conference Players To Watch
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/03/2019, 2:30pm EDT
Keep your eye on these top talents in San Antonio
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Independence Youth Club Standouts Earn First Team Opportunities
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/30/2019, 1:45pm EDT
Independence add Owen Barber on Academy contract; Lucas Hatsios called into USYNT U16 Team Talent ID camp
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Inaugural USL Academy Event Offers Off-Field Development
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/30/2019, 9:30am EDT
Coaches, players, and referees will have chances to learn and improve
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Battery Sign Evan Posnanski to Academy Contract
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/24/2019, 4:15pm EDT
Local HS standout earns deal after three successive championships at 5A level
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LouCity Inks Second Academy Product in Goalkeeper Muamer Ugarak
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/23/2019, 1:00pm EDT
Bosnia native added to City's roster for remainder of 2019 season
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Nutmeg Sports Media to Stream Games at Inaugural USL Academy Event
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/20/2019, 3:30pm EDT
Three games will be streamed live to USL Academy YouTube Channel
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STLFC Academy Product Kyle Genenbacher Called Into USMNT U16 Talent ID Camp
By USL Staff 09/19/2019, 4:45pm EDT
Missouri native to attend September camp in Chula Vista
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Academy Spotlight: Rio Grande Valley FC
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/19/2019, 4:30pm EDT
Toros bring focus to local talent, developing young players on and off the pitch through IDEA partnership
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Greenville Signs Two Local Youth Players to Academy Contracts
By USL Staff 09/19/2019, 3:30pm EDT
Ben Erkens and Conor Dowler become first academy signings in Triumph SC history
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Venue Spotlight Pres. by Marka: SAFC's Toyota Field, STAR Soccer Complex a Fitting Stage for Inaugural USL Academy Event
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/13/2019, 5:00pm EDT
One of the top venues in the USL Championship, 8,000-seat venue has also hosted Liga MX, national teams
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Glens' Young Players Sparkle in Spain
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/11/2019, 2:39pm EDT
Five Glens academy teams performed well at the Donosti Cup ahead of competing at USL Academy Cup
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Academy Spotlight: Orange County SC
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/05/2019, 11:45am EDT
OCSC academy focuses on creating structured path to professional level
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Academy Spotlight: San Antonio FC Pro Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/29/2019, 5:15pm EDT
Integration is key to SAFC's unique approach to youth development
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Tormenta FC Academy Program Aims to Break Down Pay-to-Play Barriers
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/20/2019, 11:45am EDT
New initiative set to fund three youth teams in South Georgia
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Western Conference Schedule Set for First USL Academy Cup Event
By USL Staff 08/14/2019, 2:00pm EDT
Twenty-one games set for Oct. 11-14 in San Antonio
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United Soccer League Announces Next Step in Creation of USL Academy League
By USLAcademy.com Staff 08/01/2019, 1:58pm EDT
New model provides framework for Academy League roster makeup
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SAFC Pro Academy Broadens Horizons in Development
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 07/17/2019, 10:00am EDT
Successful trip to England by Academy’s U-12 squad provided building block on pathway to pro ranks
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Riverhounds SC Academy on the Rise
By SCOTT STEWART - scott.stewart@uslsoccer.com 07/15/2019, 3:30pm EDT
Pathway Program, Apprenticeship Platform Push Pittsburgh Academy to New Level
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USL Academy Standouts Grab Spotlight in Open Cup Debuts
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 05/16/2019, 1:54pm EDT
Schulte’s shootout heroics for Saint Louis led impressive displays from top prospects
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USL Announces Participating Clubs for Inaugural USL Academy Cup
By USLSoccer.com Staff 05/02/2019, 1:00pm EDT
Pre-Professional Competition to Serve as Forerunner to USL Academy League
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New Mexico United Announces High-Performance Program
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/24/2019, 4:31pm EDT
Club aiming to provide supplemental instruction for state’s top youth players
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San Antonio’s Torres Called Up by United States
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/23/2019, 12:58pm EDT
Youngest signing in Championship history selected for U-15 squad headed to Italy
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Charlotte Announces Formation of Independence SC
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/23/2019, 11:03am EDT
USL Championship club binds local youth clubs featuring player network of 12,000 members
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USL Unveils New Vision for Academy Landscape
By USLSoccer.com Staff 03/14/2019, 10:00am EDT
USL Academy Cup competition set for 2019, to serve as foundation for USL Academy league
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San Antonio FC Signs Academy Standout Torres
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/14/2019, 4:06pm EST
15-year-old becomes youngest professional signing in USL Championship history
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USL Announces Cancelation of 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event
By USL Academy Communications 03/18/2020, 2:00pm EDT
Decision made with health and safety of paramount importance
Read More

Official Statement Regarding 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event
By USL Academy Communications 03/13/2020, 12:30pm EDT
Given recent developments regarding COVID-19 and changes to the USL Championship and League One seasons, we at USL Academy wanted to provide some updates as it pertains to the 2020 USL Academy Cup National Event, currently scheduled for May 22-25.
Read More

SAFC Adds Five Players On USL Academy Contracts
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2020, 10:15am EDT
Texas club continues to demonstrate top-notch player promotion record
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