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More than you need to know about the MLS SuperDraft

Published January 11, 2012 MLS , U.S. Soccer Leave a Comment
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Unfortunately, I’m no longer in sunny Florida.

With the combine wrapped up, the anxious wait begins for the aspiring professional soccer players ahead of Thursday’s SuperDraft.

No two prognosticators will be able to tell you what exactly might play out on Thursday, and mock drafts are certainly going to be available in spades.

But to gear up, here’s a look at what’s out there and worthwhile in terms of information and learning about the prospects and everything needed – both mine and others out there.

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A look at the U.S. U-20 camp

Published January 4, 2012 U.S. Soccer Leave a Comment
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As I pointed out yesterday, big things are going on for the U.S. men’s youth teams. While the full national team has quietly begun training out in Arizona – and not California – a pair of U-18 and U-20 teams are spending a week in Ft. Lauderdale.

It’s an interesting mix for the 20s, with a dash of professionals mixed with college and MLS youth academy players. See what Brent Latham had to say about it all, including a chat with new 20s coach Tab Ramos.

After the jump, I’ll take a look at some of the more interesting players involved, and I have bolded those affiliated with MLS – whether as a full-time player, homegrown candidate or current academy player. The camp runs through January 9.

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A brief look at the U.S. U-18 camp

Published January 3, 2012 U.S. Soccer 4 Comments
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January is a hectic month for the U.S. youth setup.

This week, camps at both the U-20 and U-18 age groups will congregate in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, to train and help with player identification for the men’s national team.

Obviously, it’s premature to label any of these players the next big things, but after the jump I’ll dive into a few notes on the U-18 roster after the jump, and do a separate post on the U-20 roster later today. Richie Williams, the recently appointed 18s coach, will marshal his players through the week’s camp which will be held in conjunction with the 20s.

Also included last is a U-19 team headed off to a Junior Cup tournament in Stuttgart, Germany. MLS-affiliated players (either pros or Academy) are bolded for easier viewing. Continue reading ‘A brief look at the U.S. U-18 camp’

Caleb Porter at U.S. U-23 Camp

Published December 21, 2011 U.S. Soccer Leave a Comment
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U.S. Soccer speaks to Caleb Porter at the U.S. Under 23 camp in Florida.

Studio 90: Day One from U.S. U-23 Camp

Published December 19, 2011 Soccer , U.S. Soccer Leave a Comment
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U.S. Soccer talks to Joe Gyau and Danny Cruz from the Florida U.S. U-23 training camp.

Highlights: Almere City 2, Generation adidas 0

Published December 15, 2011 MLS , U.S. Soccer Leave a Comment
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