MLS NEXT Pro 2025 Season (Starts March 7, 2025)
The 2025 MLS NEXT Pro season is making history with its earliest kickoff yet, starting March 7th. The league has grown to 29 teams,…
Speed of Play is Everything
Let’s talk about the secret weapon that separates good players and teams from great ones: speed of play. I’m not writing about raw speed…
Why Can’t MLS NEXT Players Play High School?
MLS NEXT’s policy restricting players from participating in high school soccer has sparked tons of discussion within the U.S. youth soccer community. Just read…
Robert Turdean Signs Homegrown Contract with Chicago Fire FC
Chicago Fire FC’s recent signing of Robert Turdean marks a significant milestone for the club. This young midfielder’s future with the team looks promising,…
Ally Sentnor Wins 2024 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year
Ally Sentnor has been named the 2024 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year, solidifying her status as one of the brightest talents…
2025 MLS NEXT Cup Dates Announced
MLS NEXT just announced the dates and location for the 2025 MLS NEXT Cup. Here are the details… The players always look forward to…
Birth Year vs School Year: The Debate Heats Up
Choosing between birth year and school year to drive youth soccer can feel very confusing. That’s what our youth soccer system does to us,…
MLS NEXT Adds a Tier 2 To Its League
MLS NEXT has announced an expansion of the league to include more clubs and provide opportunities for additional players. Starting in the fall 2025…
Why Chasing the Pro Soccer Dream Matters (Even If You Don’t Get There)
The dream of going pro in soccer is something many young players share. I remember my son when he was 8 emulating Neymar and…
2025 MLS SuperDraft Results
The 2025 MLS SuperDraft, held on December 20, 2024, delivered plenty of excitement and surprises for soccer fans. My key insights from the draft:…
