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Academy Cup Alumni: Where are they now?
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/14/2021, 2:00pm EDT
A look at the burgeoning pro careers of four former Academy Cup players
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Ocean City Nor'easters Build Youth Network to Serve as Foundation of USL Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/12/2021, 3:30pm EDT
South Jersey Elite Barons FC and New Jersey Surf to affiliate with Ocean City Nor’easters in advance of USL Academy launch
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Flint City Bucks Take Greater Control of USL Academy Pathway
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/07/2021, 3:30pm EDT
Bucks improve player development model through youth club partnerships
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San Diego Announces First USL Academy Signings
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/06/2021, 5:00pm EDT
Fodrey, Gnaulati, Mai, Kenworthy join SD Loyal’s squad for second season in Championship
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Zaragoza Becomes Chattanooga's First USL Academy Signing
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/06/2021, 12:00pm EDT
17-year-old center back joins Red Wolves SC first team in USL League One
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Toros Sign Academy Product Diego Rocha to Pro Contract
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/31/2021, 3:00pm EDT
19-year-old becomes first RGV FC Academy player to ink professional deal in club history
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Tormenta FC Signs Local Standouts Bisseck, Gottlieb to USL Academy Contracts
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/25/2021, 4:00pm EDT
TFC ACADEMY’S TRISTAN DELOACH, GRANT HAMPTON, STEPHEN O’HEARN ALSO RETURN ON ACADEMY DEALS FOR 2021
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North Carolina FC Signs 15 Young Players to USL Academy Contracts
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/24/2021, 1:15pm EDT
NCFC Academy products will train, compete in professional environment with club's first team
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Kings Hammer FC and Dayton Dutch Lions FC Join USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/23/2021, 12:00pm EDT
Ohio-based Clubs will Participate in the East Central Division’s Inaugural Season
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New Mexico United Announces Second USL Academy Contract Signing in Club History
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/19/2021, 1:30pm EDT
Los Alamos Native Aidan Semelsberger to play with NM United Academy team and First Team
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Academy's Moguel and Wynder Make The Squad For Upcoming MLS Friendlies
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/19/2021, 11:15am EDT
USL Academy Contract Signees Prepare for MLS Friendlies with Louisville City FC
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AC Connecticut Announces Antony Howard as USL Academy Head Coach
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/12/2021, 4:30pm EST
CURRENT YOUTH DIRECTOR OF COACHING WILL LEAD INAUGURAL USL ACADEMY TEAM
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John Fitzgerald Tabbed as USL Academy Head Coach
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/12/2021, 12:15pm EST
Fitzgerald to Lead Rough Riders Academy in its Inaugural Season
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Legion FC Resigns USL Academy Product Jaden Servania
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/10/2021, 3:45pm EST
BHM’s first-ever USL Academy signing earned professional contract after a three-goal campaign in 2020
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FC TUCSON ANNOUNCE VITO HIGGINS AS PRO ACADEMY HEAD COACH AND FIRST-TEAM ASSISTANT COACH
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/09/2021, 3:15pm EST
Former LA Galaxy Goalkeeper and Gonzaga Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach joins John Galas’ staff and leads inaugural Pro Academy team
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New Mexico Announces First USL Academy Signing
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/06/2021, 12:15pm EST
Munoz Zarate joins club’s First Team roster, brings prior experience from U.S. U-18 National Team
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Tri-Cities Otters Partner with Tennessee Soccer to Develop Coaching Education
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/05/2021, 12:00pm EST
Otters Invest in Coaching Education to Benefit Future Youth Players
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LA Galaxy II sign midfielder Victor Valdez
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/04/2021, 3:30pm EST
LA Galaxy Academy product signed to USL Championship team
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FC TULSA SIGNS TWO LOCAL YOUTH PLAYERS TO ACADEMY CONTRACTS
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/04/2021, 12:45pm EST
Martin Martinez-Leyva and Tony Mota Join FC Tulsa from Tulsa Soccer Club
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INDY ELEVEN BRINGS BACK QUARTET OF USL ACADEMY CONTRACT PLAYERS
By USL-Academy.com Staff 03/02/2021, 4:45pm EST
GK Alex Svetanoff, DF Matthew Senanou, MF Patrick McDonald & FW Matthew Roou All Set to Continue Pro Development with Indiana’s Team
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Five USL Coaches Among 2020 Pro License Graduates
By USLSoccer.com Staff 03/02/2021, 11:00am EST
Harkes, Lesesne, Nsien, Serrano, Wolyniec earn U.S. Soccer’s highest coaching accreditation
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New Mexico United Shows Dedication to Development
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/26/2021, 3:30pm EST
New Mexico United Academy adds Head Coach, two assistant coaches and three first team players to its coaching staff
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LouCity Signs Seven Players to USL Academy Contracts
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/22/2021, 1:30pm EST
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El Paso Locomotive Announces Coaching Staff for USL Academy League Team
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/19/2021, 11:30am EST
Texas-based club puts together powerhouse coaching staff to give academy players high-quality training
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FC Tulsa Announces Expansion of “Pathway to Pro” Initiative
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/16/2021, 12:00pm EST
Club will partner, work in coordination with local youth clubs to open broad pipeline for young talent
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‘A Rewarding Process’: USL Shows Growing Influence in Global Transfer Market
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/08/2021, 7:45am EST
Transfer of Monarchs’ Okumu in 2019 to Sweden highlighted potential for overseas deals by clubs
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Queensboro FC Unveils Plans for USL Academy Program
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/03/2021, 9:15am EST
QBFC Academy will be fully-funded by club, feature residency for international players
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O'Connell Provides USL Academy League Update
By USL-Academy.com Staff 02/02/2021, 4:15pm EST
USL Sr. Director of Youth Development speaks about schedule, competition format
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VBR Star Joins USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/25/2021, 2:15pm EST
Roanoke, Va. club will participate in the Atlantic Division’s inaugural season
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FC Malaga City New York Joins USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/14/2021, 10:45am EST
Club’s first team will begin competing in USL League Two in 2021
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Ciaran Winters Makes FC Tulsa History, Signs Professional Deal
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/12/2021, 1:45pm EST
Winters becomes first player in club history to earn pro contract after competing as USL Academy signing
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San Diego Loyal SC Adds Youth Program in USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 01/08/2021, 1:00pm EST
Club will work closely with local youth clubs to develop a player pathway and ensure more opportunities for exposure
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Louisville City FC Signs Academy Product Elijah Wynder
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/21/2020, 10:00am EST
Wynder was the club's first-ever USL Academy signing in 2019
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FC Copa Academy Announced As Latest Club To Join USL Academy League
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/16/2020, 12:00pm EST
Respected New Jersey youth organization will compete in the Northeast Division
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New Mexico United’s Somos Unidos Foundation Breaks Down Barriers to USL Academy Program
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 12/10/2020, 1:45pm EST
The club’s High Performance Program is paid for in full by the foundation, allowing the state’s best players an opportunity to compete at a high level regardless of financial background
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Sacramento Republic FC Sign Former USL Academy Player Jauregui to Pro Contract
By USL-Academy.com Staff 12/03/2020, 11:45am EST
The 15-year-old midfielder and Sacramento native is the youngest debutant and starter in club history
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USSF C License Opens Doors For Current USL Players To Prepare For Coaching Ranks
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 12/02/2020, 9:15am EST
31 active USL players will participate in a course to begin earning their coaching certifications before they retire
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Flint City Bucks, Liverpool FC International Academy Michigan Announce USL Academy Partnership
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/24/2020, 11:15am EST
Reigning USL League Two title-winners to partner with prominent youth club to create pro pathway for players in Michigan
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USL Academy League, PUMA Announce National Partnership
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/16/2020, 12:45pm EST
World-renowned brand becomes official partner of the new USL Academy League
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USL HQ Announces Partnership with PUMA
By USLSoccer.com Staff 11/13/2020, 10:00am EST
World-renowned brand becomes official apparel partner of the USL league office, national partner for new USL Academy League
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Tri-Cities Otters To Enhance Local Professional Pathway Through USL Academy
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 11/11/2020, 10:45am EST
The club’s new USL Academy program will create a development platform up through League Two and to the professional ranks for players in east Tennessee
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LouCity’s Spencer Takes On Full-Time Role With Club’s Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 11/05/2020, 4:00pm EST
Two-time USL Championship title-winner retires from playing career, becomes assistant boys director and college recruitment coordinator for LouCity Academy
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding Southwest Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/29/2020, 2:00pm EDT
Eight clubs to compete in Southwest Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding South-Central Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/29/2020, 11:00am EDT
Five clubs to compete in South-Central Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding East-Central Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/28/2020, 12:00pm EDT
Six clubs to compete in East-Central Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding Florida Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/26/2020, 11:45am EDT
Nine clubs to compete in Florida Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding Southeast Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/22/2020, 11:45am EDT
Six clubs to compete in Southeast Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding Atlantic Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/21/2020, 11:45am EDT
Eight clubs to compete in Atlantic Division in 2021
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USL Academy League Confirms Founding Northeast Division Members
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/20/2020, 11:45am EDT
13 clubs to compete in Northeast Division in 2021
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Regional Alignments For Inaugural USL Academy League Set To Be Announced
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/19/2020, 12:00pm EDT
Seven divisions for founding member clubs will be revealed in the coming weeks
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OVF Alliance Launches USL Academy Program
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/13/2020, 2:45pm EDT
Oregon-based club to provide elite youth development platform to support Senior Team in USL League Two
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Phoenix’s Kanneh Becomes Youngest Debutant in Championship History
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/08/2020, 4:15pm EDT
14-year-old joined the club’s Senior Team on USL Academy contract in July
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FA Euro’s Hysenagolli Joins Spanish Side CD Leganés
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/07/2020, 10:45am EDT
18-year-old defender is a product of both the FA Euro Academy and the club’s League Two side
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Servania Shining For Legion FC
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 10/05/2020, 11:45am EDT
The 19-year-old is justifying his place as the club’s first-ever USL Academy signing
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Miami FC Announces USL Academy Intentions
By USL-Academy.com Staff 10/02/2020, 10:45am EDT
Club is determined to build a full pathway from the youth levels to its Senior Team
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Debut for Jacobs Highlights Big Week For Young Players Across USL
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/21/2020, 1:15pm EDT
Young players continue to shine in USL Championship and League One
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Bernal Becomes Latest From SAFC Academy To Play Pro
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/17/2020, 10:30am EDT
Club continues to give young players opportunities with its senior team
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Penn’s Pro Deal A Promising Sign for Future Indy Eleven Academy Products
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/16/2020, 10:30am EDT
Positive impact of expanding youth development system shown through former USL Academy signing
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USL Academy Cup Standout Raymond Drai Joins Orange County SC
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/14/2020, 4:45pm EDT
16-year-old midfielder scored a hat-trick for FC Golden State at last October’s event
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USL Academy Partner Alianza de Futbol Using Soccer Facilities To Assist Over 20,000 Families In Need
By USL-Academy.com Staff 09/10/2020, 1:45pm EDT
The Alianza Contigo program will feature food and household pantries in 10 cities around the United States
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Bulut Grew With Glens Before Signing For Louisville City
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/08/2020, 10:15am EDT
20-year-old striker signs first pro deal after spending two seasons with San Francisco Glens in USL League Two
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Pittsburgh’s Mertz Exemplifies Expanding Opportunities for Riverhounds Academy Products
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 09/03/2020, 1:55pm EDT
Once part of the Riverhounds Development Academy, Pittsburgh native is now playing an important role for Hounds in Championship
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Charlotte Independence "One Club, One Love" Campaign Includes Community Clinics
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/31/2020, 11:45am EDT
Club will team up with six local partners in providing youth soccer clinics for local players
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Indy Eleven Youth Soccer Program to Support Over 15,000 Players Statewide
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/31/2020, 10:00am EDT
Grassroots Initiative Will Bolster Soccer Communities at Founding Member Clubs across Indiana
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Orange County’s Kobi Henry Joins Ranks Of Youngest Players To Earn USL Championship Start
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/27/2020, 9:45am EDT
The 16-year-old center back made his first professional start on Tuesday night against Las Vegas Lights FC
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Former USL Academy Signing Josh Penn Rejoins Indy Eleven on Pro Deal
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/25/2020, 9:45am EDT
Penn is the first Academy signing to sign for the club as professional
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Reaction to Leo Torres’ Debut Reflects SAFC’s Larger Culture
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 08/24/2020, 11:30am EDT
One of four remaining undefeated sides, San Antonio's spirit has produced on- and off-field rewards
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Vang Making A Difference for Forward Madison
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 08/20/2020, 12:30pm EDT
The young midfielder has quickly found his feet in USL League One
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Bold FC Adds Espinal, Rivera on USL Academy Contracts
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/19/2020, 11:00am EDT
Young talents both excelled at the USL Academy Western Conference Regional Event in 2019
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Cedar Stars Academy Product Alex Borto Signs For Fulham FC
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 08/10/2020, 10:00am EDT
The 16-year-old came through the youth system of a USL League Two club before joining English Premier League club
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Young Goalkeepers Kos, Alonzi Join Austin Bold FC on Academy Deals
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/07/2020, 2:15pm EDT
Pair of Austin natives now eligible to compete for their local senior team
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Trio of Young Talents Sign USL Academy Contracts with Indy Eleven
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/05/2020, 3:30pm EDT
Patrick McDonald, Matthew Roou and Matthew Senanou become eligible to compete for Eleven in USL Championship play
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Switchbacks FC Add Yapi, Walent on USL Academy Contracts
By USL-Academy.com Staff 08/03/2020, 10:15am EDT
Yapi, 15, and Walent, 17, to get first professional opportunities at USL Championship level
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USL Academy League to Provide Pathway to Senior Team Soccer
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/28/2020, 11:45am EDT
New competition features four key facets to help the best young players reach the professional ranks
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47 Academy Signings at Independent USL Clubs Show Emphasis on Development
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 07/23/2020, 3:15pm EDT
Ever-increasing opportunities for young players at USL senior team levels help spur growth
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Talent Identification, Integration Drive Louisville City Academy's Early Success
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 07/17/2020, 1:00pm EDT
Club’s strategic approach to youth development bodes well for fledgling program’s future
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'Path to Glory' Documentary Showcases Academy Partnership Between Orange County SC, Rangers FC
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/17/2020, 12:45pm EDT
Documentary series premiered July 16 on ESPN2
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North Carolina FC Academy Product Adam Armour Signs With German Club 1. FC Nürnberg
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 07/15/2020, 10:30am EDT
USYNT international’s progression shows effectiveness of NCFC development system
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Rising FC Inks 14-Year-Old Kanneh to Academy Contract
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/14/2020, 4:15pm EDT
Becomes sixth player to be signed from club's academy to first team
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Tormenta FC Funds Local Academy Teams, Player Costs Through Ibis Foundation Grant
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 07/14/2020, 12:15pm EDT
South Georgia club shows continued commitment to alleviating pay-to-play barriers
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From a Path Less Traveled, Hartford’s Vazquez Ready for His Shot
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 07/10/2020, 11:09am EDT
18-year-old local standout grabbing opportunity, hoping to be player others will emulate
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SAFC Academy Product Gallegos Ready to Make Impact as Championship Returns
By CAMERON KOUBEK - cameron.koubek@uslsoccer.com 07/02/2020, 5:00pm EDT
18-year-old striker turned pro this offseason after an impressive year as USL Academy signing
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USL Academy League – Player Promotion
By USL-Academy.com Staff 07/01/2020, 2:15pm EDT
Pathway’s structure means for players, if you’re good enough, you’re old enough
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USL Academy – Talent Identification Strategy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/29/2020, 3:30pm EDT
Three-pronged system gives players time, opportunity to maximize development
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USL Academy – Strategic Alignment
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/26/2020, 1:00pm EDT
Aligning season to that of professional leagues offers opportunity for talent to shine
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USL Academy – Creating Defined Player Development Pathways
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/22/2020, 1:52pm EDT
Connection and collaboration will provide a visible path to the professional ranks
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USL Academy League Opens Application Process for Inaugural Year
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/22/2020, 11:00am EDT
League announces minimum standards as approved by Player Development Subcommittee
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Charlotte Independence SC Announces Hiring of Matt Brown
By USLSoccer.com Staff 06/19/2020, 4:32pm EDT
Experienced Goalkeeping Coach previously served as IMG Academy Goalkeeper Development Leader
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Locomotive FC Unveils Locomotive Youth Soccer Club
By USL-Academy.com Staff 06/12/2020, 1:00pm EDT
Bigney appointed Director of Youth Soccer, initiative will provide new opportunities for local players
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Red Wolves Aiming to Make Impact in USL Academy League
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 06/01/2020, 2:38pm EDT
League One club feeling ambitious ahead of league launch after early success in Academy program
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Conrad Sees Opportunity for Glens’ Youngsters in League Two, Academy Structure
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 05/21/2020, 2:47pm EDT
Former U.S. international believes visible pathway from youth level to pros will benefit players, coaches
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USL Academy League Offers New Model, Broader Opportunity for Collaboration
By USLChampionship.com Staff 05/08/2020, 12:09pm EDT
Legion FC’s Heaps praises new plan, opportunity to nurture talent across city and region
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USL Academy League Set to Launch in Spring 2021
By USLSoccer.com Staff 05/06/2020, 2:30pm EDT
First-of-its-kind league will align with professional calendar, combine elite local U15-19 talent into single team
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Q&A with USL Academy Director Liam O’Connell
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/23/2020, 12:52pm EDT
More than a year after its official launch, we spoke with the head of USL’s Academy platform about where things stand today
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USL Academy to Fill Essential Role in Path to Pro Ranks
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/22/2020, 9:19am EDT
Almost 130 clubs in Championship, League One, League Two to cultivate player development ecosystem
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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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Academy Cup Alumni: Where are they now?
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/14/2021, 2:00pm EDT
A look at the burgeoning pro careers of four former Academy Cup players
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Ocean City Nor'easters Build Youth Network to Serve as Foundation of USL Academy
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/12/2021, 3:30pm EDT
South Jersey Elite Barons FC and New Jersey Surf to affiliate with Ocean City Nor’easters in advance of USL Academy launch
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Flint City Bucks Take Greater Control of USL Academy Pathway
By USL-Academy.com Staff 04/07/2021, 3:30pm EDT
Bucks improve player development model through youth club partnerships
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