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Soccer Fan - Independent Scout/Contributor - U15-U19 Coach - Video Analyst - PSV Coaching Academy Student

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College to Professional — Nearly 200 past and present players, roughly 80 colleges, over 130 clubs and 45 countries were referenced in this deep dive into what the college level has produced… and there’s even more. @NCAASoccer | @ussoccer | @MLS
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It looks to be an absolutely huge move by LAFC as they are set to sign one of the most promising young talents in David Martínez Morales from Monagas SC. Morales impressed a lot of people at both the U17 and U20 levels throughout last year, most notably scoring 8 goals in 13…
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Deal for Awodesu — Apparently it didn’t take long for Houston Dynamo to get in touch with Femi Awodesu after he surprisingly went undrafted during the 2024 MLS SuperDraft. In a recent update, the 2023 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year mentioned that he has been training with…
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In case anybody wanted a glimpse into the J2 League in Japan, here's Ryunosuke Sagara... 3 Goals and 3 Assists in 526 Minutes so far. The 21 year old Vegalta Sendai left midfielder is having a breakout start to the 2024 season. @vega_official_ | #VEGALTA Goals (through April…
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End of the Road for Roald — Roald Mitchell is departing Wake Forest after having signed with New York Red Bulls as a Homegrown Player. It’s bittersweet as he has been one of the most fun college players to watch, but it was almost inevitable that this season would be his last
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Nate is Worth His Weight in Gold — It’s no wonder why the teenaged wunderkind, Nate Worth, has been on the radar for European clubs throughout his time with @FCTulsa . Despite the added attention in the upcoming 2024 @USLChampionship campaign, he has unfinished business. Worth…
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Le Retour de Rida — [Link to Highlights Below] After being one of the best young players in the @USLChampionship last year with @SanAntonioFC , CF Montréal fans should be excited to watch Rida Zouhir in 2024. I’m hoping he gets the opportunity to show his abilities in the @MLS
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Next Stop: Philadelphia Union v. Deportivo Saprissa in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, but for a pit stop, I had to check out a brewery… Forward Brewing is a sponsor of the Annapolis Blues FC — an NPSL club owned by Michael Hitchcock, USMNT and Real Salt Lake Legend Kyle Beckerman,…
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@LAFC DAVID MARTÍNEZ MORALES
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It looks to be an absolutely huge move by LAFC as they are set to sign one of the most promising young talents in David Martínez Morales from Monagas SC. Morales impressed a lot of people at both the U17 and U20 levels throughout last year, most notably scoring 8 goals in 13…
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2024 @MLS #SuperDraft First Round #MockDraft Picks 1 through 10
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For those curious about Ousmane Sylla’s status, the NCAA National Champion and MAC Hermann Trophy winner is participating in first team training for Houston Dynamo. @Trent_Tiger1 picked him out in a screenshot prior to this post as well. @HoustonDynamo | @MLS | @NCAASoccer |…
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The most impressive overall in @USLLeagueTwo was @FlintCityBucks with 5 @MLS #SuperDraft Selections: - Hugo Bacharach (9th to Minnesota) - Palmer Ault (34th to Colorado) - Jason Shokalook (35th to Chicago) - Malik Henry (36th to Montréal) - Jonathan Robinson (80th to KC) They…
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Jake Swallen has reportedly signed a deal ahead of his upcoming move to a @MLSNEXTPro club. Though it’s yet to be officially announced, I’m very excited Jake, who stylistically has been one of my favorite players from @WakeMSoccer . Swallen is a visionary in the midfield. For…
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Samory Signing Soon — After going undrafted in the 2024 @MLS #SuperDraft , it’s very likely that Samory Powder has several opportunities to choose from. His résumé alone is quite extensive, and he has all the right connections on top of that. The former @PortlandMSOC and…
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I'll be hitting the road throughout 2024 and attending games of all levels across the United States! This series will be kicking off three weeks from now with... The National Soccer Treasure Roadtrip Friday, Feb. 23 - Washington, DC - Across the Pond - Sauf Haus Bier Hall &…
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They got their man! Another teenager Kimani Stewart-Baynes from @MarylandMSoccer was selected by the @ColoradoRapids in a huge move to bring the pro-ready Canadian winger into the first team. The kid has all the skills and athleticism necessary to help improve the Burgundy…
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FT — Wake Forest 2 - 2 NC State ⚪️ 7’ Hakim Karamoko ⚫️ 25’ Babacar Niang ⚪️ 73’ Jonathan Cisneros ⚫️ 90’ Cooper Flax Wake Forest wins the Spring Soccer Cup in a penalty shoot out after two massive saves from Trace Alphin. @WakeMSoccer | @PackMensSoccer | @springsoccercup |…
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Wake Forest Goal — 25’ Niang Baba Niang evens up the scoreline in spectacular fashion as he finds the top right corner. Sidney Paris advanced the play before cutting back and laying it off for Niang’s finish. @WakeMSoccer | @springsoccercup | @NCAASoccer
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Looks like @USLChampionship , @USLLeagueOne , @MLSNEXTPRO and @CPLsoccer clubs are firing up more collegiate signings! Here are some of the top available recent graduates of @NCAASoccer — 1. Femi Awodesu (Penn State - CM/CB) 2. Zach Barrett (Vermont - CB) 3. Yaniv Bazini…
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Love this pick for @realsaltlake — Had him going to the Rocky Mountains, but didn’t expect him to drop to the Salt Lake side of the rivalry, so fans should be excited! View his highlights:
@realsaltlake
Real Salt Lake
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With the 16th pick of the @MLS #SuperDraft by @adidasfootball we have selected Matthew Bell from @HerdMSoccer . Welcome to the Beehive State, Matthew!
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Year Two Tobo — After an impressive freshman season with the University of Portland, Efetobo Aror was named 2023 WCC Freshman of the Year, but the recognition didn’t just end there. MLS scouting departments also took notice of the young defensive midfielder as he was mentioned
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Pick 10 for @cfmontreal #MockDraft — Marcus Caldeira from @WVUMensSoccer Kinda obvious, but I don’t think Montréal can pass on a top two Canadian player, especially at his age. I also don’t see any of the other clubs in the Top 10 taking him based on their needs. If you look at
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Meet the (AAT Soccer) Press — Had an absolute amazing time working with the @AATSports_ guys during their coverage of the Philadelphia Union’s CONCACAF Champions Cup tie against Deportivo Saprissa last night. Very appreciative of the Philadelphia Union PR Staff for their…
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Ahead of the 2024 USL League 2 season, get to know Asheville, the summer soccer city. Article includes notes about the venue, past player recruitment, current roster, and head coach along with images and information about Asheville’s most notable soccer…
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NC State Goal — 7’ Karamoko It’s the Healy-to-Hakim connection yet again. Taig Healy plays a through-ball over the top that leaves the Wake Forest goalkeeper stranded. Hakim Karamoko capitalizes to give the Wolfpack the lead in the Spring Soccer Cup final. @PackMensSoccer |…
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Wake Forest Goal — 90’ Flax Late pressure from the Demon Deacons saw a blocked shot from Baba Niang fall to Cooper Flax. After hitting the cross bar from 25 yards out in the 17th minute, Flax found the net this time to push the game to a shootout. @WakeMSoccer |…
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Trace Alphin Appreciation Post — The Wake Forest shotstopper was kept busy throughout the Spring Soccer Cup final last night, as a revitalized NC State gave the Deacon defense a lot to deal with. Alphin said after the match, "Our performance was far from pretty, but it shows
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Huge informational article dropping tomorrow morning… hope you’re ready college and MLS fans. 👀 @MLS | @NCAASoccer
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Update — As an independent contributor, I’m not currently affiliated with any particular club, school, sports management agency or scouting company. Maybe one day that’ll change with the right opportunity, but for now, the content on X and YouTube is simply the product of my…
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You know the 2024 @MLS #SuperDraft was stacked with talent if these are some of the guys who didn’t get drafted. With several undrafted seniors looking to continue their careers, hopefully @USLChampionship , @USLLeagueOne , @CPLsoccer , or @MLSNEXTPRO clubs do some Christmas…
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Not very surprised by Pape and Ousmane skipping the @MLS #SuperDraft after an incredible season for the two Senegalese internationals. Generally it’s more attractive to go abroad immediately if a player is international. Still excited to see where he signs!
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American Soccer Secrets
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Per Source: Pape Mar Boye (Clemson) has rejected the Generation Adidas offer and will go to Europe instead of participating in the MLS Draft later tonight. Pape just won the National Championship with Clemson as a freshman.
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Sad day, but excited to see Braian Galván have a new opportunity. In a way, he was one of my first MLS findings. After spending time in Argentina over six years ago, I started following the Primera División more closely. On a random Monday night, I was watching the Colón v.
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Colorado Rapids
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Gracias por todo, Tucu ❤️ Mejores deseos en su regreso a Argentina. #Rapids96
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Looking back on @NDMenSoccer ’s recent @NCAASoccer College Cup run, it was no surprise that they ended up in a showdown with fellow ACC top performers Clemson in the final. One of the keys to the Fighting Irish success was their defense, allowing only 15 goals in 22 games. This…
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Not a shock, but the Rapids were one of the clubs recently interested in Júnior Urso for that final addition. Apparently the top options that are currently in talks with Colorado are from outside of the league though. Regardless, let’s have some fun with the available free…
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Tom Bogert
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Incredible offseason so far for the Colorado Rapids and they're still not done. The club remains focused on adding a starting-caliber No. 6. Already signed Djordje Mihailovic, Zack Steffen and Omir Fernandez. Vines soon. Then plans for a No. 6.
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Had a great morning hanging out with the guys and watching their training session. Coach Mike Jeffries has a good group over here in Charlotte. Anton Sorenson has been enjoying his early days with his new club and spoke with José and I about his time with the Philadelphia…
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José Roberto Nuñez
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Big thank you to the @Independence for allowing us to watch practice, meet some of their staff, and chat with former Philadelphia Union Academy, Union II, and Homegrown Player Anton Sorenson today. Conversation article later this week with help from @KelkenSport . #doop
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Ryunosuke Sagara's Assists (through April 7th) —
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Forbes On Board — Recent @CharlotteFC SuperDraft Pick Jahlane Forbes has joined the first team for their training camp at @FIU from Jan. 14-26. Like most newcomers in his position, it’ll be a great opportunity to train, learn, and see how he stacks up before likely heading to
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MLS Rookies Jacob Murrell and Garrison Tubbs after the 3-1 opening win last night! Can’t thank these guys enough for sticking around after the match to have a quick chat. Both noted how much they’re enjoying their time so far with the D.C. United organization and the veteran…
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…and that finally makes it 12 for 12. Each of the 2023 First Team All-Americans have been signed to professional clubs now that Crown Legacy FC has officially brought in local talent Jono Nyandjo from UNC Charlotte. He’ll join Jack Sarkos (UCLA) and Dylan Sing (Western…
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Next Pro News
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✍️ @crownlegacyfc sign forward Jonathan Nyandjo Nyandjo, 21, spent the 2023 season in the NCAA playing for UNC-Charlotte. #BuildTheLegacy 👑 | #MLSNextPro
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Yes! @KijimaHosei got his own segment in the @MLS #SuperDraft Coverage! What a dude!
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@Burgundywave meet Burgundy Wayne! The highly touted @DukeMSOC all-rounder Wayne Frederick joins the @ColoradoRapids with the 2nd Overall Pick of the 2024 @MLS #SuperDraft .
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College Spring Cup FT — Wake Forest 3 - 1 Georgetown ⚫️ 24’ Baba Niang ⚪️ 48’ Mateo Ponce Ocampo ⚫️ 54’ Cristian Escribano ⚫️ 70’ Jeffrey White Video Thread Below — @WakeMSoccer | @GUHoyasMSoccer | @NCAASoccer
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@dcunited That’s a wake up call for anyone unfamiliar with his game.
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@tombogert The American Robbie Keane
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There's a big college soccer weekend coming up that features back-to-back day long schedules. Both the College Spring League and Spring Soccer Cup are wrapping up competition with 5 games each, for what truly is, a feast of football. With 10 games in only 2 days, it's... The…
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Wake Forest Goal — 24’ Niang Assist from Pariss Mitchell as the ball passes through Jeffrey White’s brilliant dummy play for Babacar Niang to finish it off with authority. @babacarniang88
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Another great collegiate star making his way to the @MLS — Congrats Garrison! Watch the extended recap of his MAC Hermann Finalist season at @WakeMSoccer :
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Atlanta United FC
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Home bound ✈️ #ATLUTD signs Wake Forest standout Garrison Tubbs as a Homegrown Player ✍️
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Headed out to Asheville for tomorrow's U.S. Open Cup match! The Smoky Mountain Rivalry is renewed after almost two years since their last meeting on June 21, 2022. I was actually at that game that saw the visiting Knoxville team go on to win 3-1. It was a really intense one in…
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Asheville City SC
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𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 Battle for the Boot on the big stage 🔥Round 1 of the US Open Cup is coming to Asheville! Details here: Tickets go on sale MONDAY, March 4 at 10 AM 🔵 #BelongBelieveBeBlue
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What did I tell ya… they weren’t done! Filip Mirkovic has officially signed for Crown Legacy FC. He joins a roster that is quickly looking like a @MLSNEXTPRO contender and I think his skillset fits in perfectly for what they’ve assembled up front. This roster is basically a…
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Mark Kelkenberg
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Luckily it wasn’t a long wait for Brandon Parrish as Crown Legacy FC keep rolling with notable signings from the @NCAASoccer ranks. This should be a really good fit for the two-time National Champion from Clemson. He was originally drafted with the 36th Overall Pick by D.C.
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03/02/24 Match Review — Over the weekend, I was able to get a glimpse at two of the best programs in the country as Wake Forest visited North Carolina in a spring season showdown that ended in a fiery 1-1 draw. Last season, during their two meetings at Spry Stadium, each team…
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Normally, I think @MLS Mock Drafts are pointless because… - Too many differing opinions within front offices on who to take. - Trades are made. Picks are passed. - Some clubs haven’t taken it seriously. - Some clubs value players a lot higher than others or have “their guys”
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Not surprised that Jahlane made a great impression on Dean Smith and the coaching staff this preseason. Very glad to see that this is now official. Congratulations @ForbesJahlane ! Looks like it’s finally time to order my first Charlotte FC jersey!
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Charlotte FC
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On the dotted line ✍️ 2024 MLS SuperDraft picks Tyger Smalls and Jahlane Forbes have signed their first professional contracts with the Club!
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Big time haul from the 2024 @MLS SuperDraft with these finalized signings. In case you’re wondering about the other drafted players — 34. F - Palmer Ault Returning to @ButlerMSoccer for his Junior Season. 43. LB - Anderson Rosa Returning to @UCF_MSoccer for his 5th Year. 60. F…
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Colorado Rapids
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OFFICIAL: The club has announced signing deals for 2024 MLS SuperDraft selections @WayneFrederick_ , Nate Jones and Kimani Stewart-Baynes. ⁠ 📰 »
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Anybody who says the @MLS #SuperDraft is a joke just doesn’t watch @NCAASoccer or they don’t understand what’s possible with this group of players. This is the deepest and most talented draft pool in history.
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MLS Communications
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MLS SuperDraft 2024 presented by adidas kicks off on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. ET on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app. The list of eligible players and other key SuperDraft information can be found via the link below.
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Mark Kelkenberg
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International Upperclassmen @NCAASoccer @MLS #SuperDraft
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Cooper’s Connections — If you’ve watched the highly connective midfielder this past @NCAASoccer season, it’s clear that you can always count on Cooper Flax. One of the main things that I admire about the @WakeMSoccer style of play is that whenever a player is on the ball, he…
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Tenafly’s Talent — North Carolina and New York Red Bulls complete midfielder Sam Williams is already a professional level player, so the real question is, what heights will he reach? @UNCmenssoccer | @NewYorkRedBulls 2023 NCAA Soccer Highlights —
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@Rovers @DuncanMcGuire5 The American Robbie Keane
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2024 @MLS #SuperDraft Recap: - 50.6% of drafted players were listed as having attended @MLSNEXT academies in the past. (44 of 87) - 57.5% of drafted players had played @USLLeagueTwo this past summer. (50 of 87) - Some players had experience in both systems (27.6%), MLS NEXT…
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Mark Kelkenberg
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I like this move by Pape. @USL_HQ is doing a lot of great things throughout their leagues, so it’s an exciting deal for both parties. People easily forget the opportunities that come from performing well in the @USLChampionship , especially at a young age. Joshua Wynder’s move
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Tom Bogert
4 months
Sources: USL's Phoenix Rising is finalizing a deal to sign Clemson CB Pape Mar Boye. Pape Mar Boye, 19, was offered GA deal before MLS SuperDraft & would have been in mix for top pick. Won NCAA title. Big move for Phoenix. Pape Mar had interest abroad too. PHX made strong offer
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It’s about time… FC Cincinnati adds another great player from the collegiate level — Penn State’s Captain Peter Mangione. The Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year was one of the best midfielders in the country this past season. He’ll join notable addition Amir Daley with the
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Ben Palillo
3 months
Breaking News: Peter Mangione’s professional soccer journey will continue as he has agreed to a deal with FC Cincinnati to play with their second team, FC Cincinnati 2 of the MLS Next, Mangione has told me. Read my story on it by clicking the link below!
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Mark Kelkenberg
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Field Level view for my first D.C. United match at Audi Field! Both managers in Troy Lesesne and Caleb Porter are making their league debuts for their new clubs tonight. It’s unfortunate that Jacob Murrell and Garrison Tubbs won’t have a chance to follow suit. Both are out with…
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There’s one guy in particular that @MLS , @MLSNEXTPRO , @USLChampionship and @USLLeagueOne clubs should be approaching right now… @WakeMSoccer ’s Midfield Maestro Jake Swallen. With the freedom to sign anywhere in the country, I can’t wait to see where he ends up.
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Mark Kelkenberg
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There haven’t been any official reports from what I’ve seen, but it also looks as though Eliot Goldthorp and Nicolas Fleuriau Chateau are sticking with the Whitecaps. One of the top college midfielders in the country throughout his two years at Hofstra, the 2023 First Team…
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Two of the top universities in creating professional players will face off this Saturday when @GUHoyasMSoccer visit @WakeMSoccer at Spry Stadium at 2:00. Read my latest article to see why the college level should be taken more seriously, and what other programs have helped…
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Mark Kelkenberg
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College to Professional — Nearly 200 past and present players, roughly 80 colleges, over 130 clubs and 45 countries were referenced in this deep dive into what the college level has produced… and there’s even more. @NCAASoccer | @ussoccer | @MLS
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FT — NC State 2 - 2 Duke 🔵 4’ Jose Ortega 🔴 26’ Hakim Karamoko 🔵 36’ Kenny Hot 🔴 87’ Hakim Karamoko What a day to be a neutral for this highly competitive Spring College Cup match. As the last game before next weekend’s final day of competition, this match had everything…
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(Upcoming) Free Agent Profile — Rawy Rodríguez February 22, 2003 (20 y.o.) Costa Rica RB / LB / CB / Potential DM Approaching free agency this coming May, Rawy Rodríguez has his sights set outside of his native country of Costa Rica, with the U.S. and Canada being top…
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NC State Goal — 73’ Tcheuyap Correction to the goal scorers above, it was the incoming transfer and Greater Toronto native Yves Tcheuyap with the second goal for the Wolfpack. In a better view of the goal provided by @_FutureStars , the fullback surged up the field and…
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Mark Kelkenberg
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ECNL Spotlight on Hart — In his most recent match leading into this weekend's ECNL Boys Regional League National Event in Sanford, Florida, Miles Hart scored from a left footed volley, completed 22 of 24 passes as a LCB in a 3-5-2 formation, and played every minute en route to a
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Mark Kelkenberg
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Morgantown’s @WVUMensSoccer is bringing back their talisman Marcus Caldeira despite getting drafted by @MNUFC in the first round (Note: Minnesota traded away $100k in GAM for that pick.). The Mountaineers reload was already off to a good start with the addition of Ethan Dekel…
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Mark Kelkenberg
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Luckily it wasn’t a long wait for Brandon Parrish as Crown Legacy FC keep rolling with notable signings from the @NCAASoccer ranks. This should be a really good fit for the two-time National Champion from Clemson. He was originally drafted with the 36th Overall Pick by D.C.
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Crown Legacy FC
2 months
“Brandon’s winning mentality and experience in big matches will help our Club and set him up for success in his first professional season.”- Assistant General Manager Bobby Belair
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@ColoradoRapids @AppleTV Picks 2 and 4 should be two of the following: Kimani Stewart-Baynes, Nate Jones, Jacob Murrell, Matthew Bell, or Wayne Frederick.
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
2024 @MLS #SuperDraft First Round #MockDraft Picks 21 through 29
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
It’s about time! One of my favorite college players is headed to the @fccincinnati organization — Home to one of my favorite MLS matchday experiences over there with the fine folks at @TQLStadium . Beer boots all around! 2023 Highlights —
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FC Cincinnati 2
3 months
Welcome to Cincy! FC Cincinnati 2 sign defender Amir Daley to MLS NEXT Pro deal:
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Mark Kelkenberg
4 months
Starting to think most of these @MLS technical staffs are either playing a prank on the fans, or they just want to be edgy and unique with their picks…
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
Another @WakeMSoccer player that I’ve been a fan of for years now… the three year starting shot stopper @TraceAlphin . Highlights consist of his saves, exits, distribution and passing examples. Also includes the goals against at the end for reference.
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
Alexander Petraeus has officially signed for Danish side Fremad Amager Elite. This makes him the third player from my list of international favorites from NCAA Division I Men's Soccer that has signed with a European club after successful seasons here in the United States (Nto
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
@caleb_denorme @kevinault24 @ButlerMSoccer @ColoradoRapids @butlercollegian Palmer Ault with the newly acquired transfer Josemir Gomez will be something to watch out for this coming season. @ButlerMSoccer
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
2024 @MLS #SuperDraft First Round #MockDraft Picks 11 through 20
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
If fans want to see why we'll most likely miss out on having Ousmane Sylla play in the @MLS ... Or if @fcutrecht or @fcmidtjylland supporters want to see who might be joining their club soon... 2023 @NCAASoccer #Highlights from the Gifted @ClemsonMSoccer Playmaker:…
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Tom Bogert
5 months
Sources: European clubs looking at Clemson winger/potential top 10 MLS SuperDraft pick Ousmane Sylla. FC Utrecht, FC Midtjylland & two Ligue 2 teams among clubs calling. Hasn't signed anything with MLS ahead of draft. Sylla just won NCAA title & is Mac Hermann trophy finalist
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Mark Kelkenberg
2 months
Adding one last game to the road trip before finally heading back to Charlotte... Saturday, Mar. 2 - Chapel Hill, NC - Spring Season: North Carolina v. Wake Forest (UNC Finley Field) @NCAASoccer | @ACCMSoccer | @WakeMSoccer | @UNCmenssoccer
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
I'll be hitting the road throughout 2024 and attending games of all levels across the United States! This series will be kicking off three weeks from now with... The National Soccer Treasure Roadtrip Friday, Feb. 23 - Washington, DC - Across the Pond - Sauf Haus Bier Hall &…
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Mark Kelkenberg
4 months
As expected! Absolutely love this pick for @dcunited .
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Mark Kelkenberg
4 months
Jacob Murrell set to stay in the DC area at Number 7 Overall? It’s looking more likely now that he’s slipping out of the Top 5… @dcunited @MLS #SuperDraft
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Mark Kelkenberg
4 months
Non-league to Premier League — This @FourFourTwo documentary short has been one of my favorites to reference when talking to youth players who want to play in college, or college players who want to play professionally. It's chocked full of great
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Mark Kelkenberg
4 months
@TheBayBhoys @AnnapolisBlues Didn’t realize I’d become a D.C. United fan today! 😂 Happy that Jacob is sticking around the area. Love the kid, love the pick. Can’t wait to see him in action.
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
@JoserNunez91 The two clubs will face off on Wednesday, June 19th at TQL Stadium. They’ll meet again for the last regular season match of the season on Saturday, October 19th at Subaru Park. Circling those on my calendar.
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
One of the main guys I want to see at the @MLS 2023 College Showcase — Jacob Murrell from @GUHoyasMSoccer . He’s been in the spotlight ever since high school after winning Gatorade National Player of the Year and he’s had two good seasons so far at the collegiate level, but now…
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
The first soccer tournament for 2024 that I’ll be attending is next weekend! While primarily working with the Denver United FC coaches and players on both days, I’ll also be loosely scouting. If any college coaches (all divisions) aren’t able to attend, and want some names of
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Mark Kelkenberg
2 months
One of the other college teenagers that I have highlighted for this upcoming season is Hakim Karamoko. At 18 years old, he already has a year of experience under his belt at NC State. If you watch the highlight video in this post, you might not even realize that he played his…
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Mark Kelkenberg
5 months
But for fun… this #MockDraft takes into account: - Needs (referenced some of @MattDoyle76 ’s Cheat Sheet needs and personally looked at the rosters on @MLS and @Transfermarkt to add my own perspective/opinion) - International Slot Usage - How I independently grade players and who
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Mark Kelkenberg
2 months
@MattDoyle76 Can’t wait for the day when the masses start respecting the former college players. What a way to begin his career!
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Mark Kelkenberg
3 months
João On The Go? — Less than three months ago, João Lourenço signed a new contract through the end of 2026 with Fluminense, but now it looks as though the Brazilian attacker may try to arrive stateside in the form of a loan move with an option to buy. MLS NEXT Pro clubs have…
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