[ad_1] For some players, the journey to first-team minutes and first-division experience can be a long wait, lasting into the early 20s and sometimes even further. For others, their trip up the ladder is a rapid ascent, having landed in the right environment that facilitates quick progression to the top of the sport. Damion Downs…
[ad_1] The journey through the ranks of professional soccer can feature a lot of stops, starts, and detours as players pursue various avenues for success. Finding the correct environment and attempting to push to the next level should be supported, regardless of where the road leads. Kristian Fletcher is considered a top prospect in Major…
[ad_1] With the United States Women’s National Team in a transition period, there is an opportunity for new players to make their way into the squad. However, one past name who made an initial breakthrough but experienced a career setback could also enjoy a return to the fold. After an almost two-year absence due to…
[ad_1] The 2024 season of Major League Soccer is off to a hot start, garnering newsworthy attention for events on and off the field. Each new year of competition brings forth the opportunity for young players to take a step forward in their careers, with a few new talents already beginning to stand out after…
[ad_1] The advent of the new Major League Soccer competition brings forth the opportunity for young talents to build on the successes of the previous year. Some who made their initial breakthrough are able to continue on an upward trajectory while also contributing at the international level. Reed Baker-Whiting saw a sharp uptick in playing…
[ad_1] Missing the cut for the World Cup is a great disappointment, compounded by the four-year gap between competitions that sees some players fall completely off of the radar. For many, timing can be unfair, although the women’s game has the added benefit of the Olympics serving as a senior competition and providing another opportunity…
[ad_1] Texas Southern’s PJ Henry has been named the HBCU All-Stars National Spotlight Player of the Week for Jan. 28-Feb. 3. Henry, a senior from Houston, averaged 23.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 2.5 steals in wins over Alabama State and Prairie View A&M. In the 56-55 victory over Alabama State, Henry scored a…
[ad_1] The United States Men’s National Team closed out the annual January camp with a 1-0 loss to Slovenia. While friendly results are ultimately meaningless, multiple players received the opportunity to become more familiar with the program, make a senior debut, and, ideally, gain their sea legs at the international level. Sean Zawadzki started on…
[ad_1] While the National Women’s Soccer League is considered one of, if not the, best competitions in the world, some players opt to begin their professional careers abroad for a variety of reasons. Whether desiring immediate playing time or the right to choose their landing spot instead of going through a draft, heading to another…
[ad_1] by Justin Vézina | AHL On The Beat Kasimir Kaskisuo’s phone has been blowing up lately. After two years in Sweden, the goaltender who was an AHL All-Star during the 2019-20 season made a comeback to the American Hockey League in December. And despite having returned to action after nine months without a team,…
