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MLS to centralize Player Pathway Data across MLS NEXT and professional leagues
MLS is expanding its partnership with Kitman Labs.
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U.S. U-17 Men’s Youth National Team heading to Florida for March 2024 training camp
Twenty-four players have been called up.

Generation adidas Cup to feature top academy teams from record-breaking 15 countries
MLS academies will go up against top global opponents.

Columbus Crew sign 17-year-old midfielder Cole Mrowka as Homegrown Player
He is the 22nd Homegrown Player in Club history.

Format and Teams Finalized for 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup
A total of 96 teams will be competing.

Toronto FC signs 18-year-old defender Adam Pearlman to Homegrown deal
Pearlman is a Toronto FC Academy product.

Updated MLS Player Development Guidelines released, with focus on Homegrown rights
MLS announced updated Homegrown Player guidelines.

Nashville SC signs 17-year-old Isaiah Jones as club’s 2nd Homegrown Player
Jones is a talented Nashville SC Academy product.

MLS begins compensating youth clubs via MLS NEXT Development Grant program
Youth clubs will be rewarded for developing pro players.
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College coaches weary of recruiting at MLS academies as more young players go pro
College coaches are adjusting their recruiting strategies.
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