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The boys’ Class of 2026 marked a major inflection point for the recruiting landscape in New England.
With numerous factors (the transfer portal, the rise of international students, and the growth of MLS Next) impacting how college coaches build rosters, this class offered a pivotal look at the … [Read more...]
Where is New England’s top soccer talent headed? Which programs are prioritizing local recruits?
As spring approaches, our database lists 170 college commits, including 90 to Division 1 schools. A few more commits may sprinkle in between now and the summer, but the senior class is largely set in … [Read more...]
Get your popcorn ready because MLS Next Flex is almost here.
The prestigious showcase featuring the best MLS Next teams in the country kicks off April 23 at the Toyota Soccer Complex in Frisco, Texas.
Nine New England clubs have at least one team competing at MLS Next Flex, and the stakes are high. … [Read more...]
Get your popcorn ready because MLS Next Flex is almost here.
The prestigious showcase featuring the best MLS Next teams from across the country kicks off on April 23 at the Toyota Soccer Complex in Frisco, Texas.
Nine New England clubs have at least one team competing at MLS Next Flex. The winners … [Read more...]
Zoe Melia couldn’t hold back her emotions.
At a soccer field in San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, Melia’s Puerto Rico U-17 Youth National team had just qualified for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup thanks to Mexico’s 2-0 win over Costa Rica in CONCACAF qualifiers. Amid the cheers and tears, Melia … [Read more...]
Reid Aquino has been one of New England’s biggest stock-risers over the last year.
At 6-foot-4, the IFA New England striker has become a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses, using his size and strength to score goals at will. Aquino’s breakout campaign attracted interest from several of the … [Read more...]
Scorpions SC faced a brutal schedule at the ECNL Phoenix showcase, matching up against some of the country’s best clubs, including La Roca, AZ Arsenal and San Diego Surf.
But the club’s 2009 and 2010 teams rose to the challenge, combining strong defending in the run of play with timely offensive … [Read more...]
Another national showcase. Another strong performance for Select Soccer Club.
The club’s 2009 and 2010 teams combined for a 5-1-0 record at the ECNL Phoenix showcase, continuing a fast start in Select’s second year as an ECNL Girls member.
The 2009 group, in particular, stands out the most. They … [Read more...]
There’s something about the Connecticut FC 2010 team and national showcases.
After impressing at ECNL Florida in January with a 2-1-0 record, CFC performed well on a big stage once again, finishing 2-0-1 at the ECNL Phoenix showcase.
CFC continues to thrive in the face of adversity. In Florida, Leo … [Read more...]
A new recruiting cycle is approaching quickly, with June 15 looming as the official opening for Class of 2028 prospects to begin talking with colleges.
In the meantime, commitments for the Class of 2026 and 2027 continued to rise throughout March for both boys and girls. Yesterday, we broke down … [Read more...]
Class of 2028 prospects are patiently awaiting June 15, when their recruiting window opens and a new cycle officially begins.
In the meantime, commitments for the Class of 2026 and 2027 continued to rise throughout March, particularly on the boys’ side. Four more Class of 2026 products from MLS … [Read more...]
The debate over multi-sport athletes can be divisive, particularly in the world of soccer.
Should players specialize in just soccer? What are the benefits of playing multiple sports? And if you choose to only play soccer, when is the right time to make that decision?
It’s a fascinating conversation … [Read more...]
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