RedDevilDad
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No, the 08s also played.
but, San Jose has an 08 Center back… goodness. Big boy. Good for him.
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but, San Jose has an 08 Center back… goodness. Big boy. Good for him.
RedDevilDad
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I would not have thought that. I also would not have thought they recruited well from outside their territory. I expect RSL to give San Jose their 3rd loss on Sunday. Aside from one large 2008, I thought they were noticeably smaller than LAFC, RSL and several of LAG.
RedDevilDad
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I think RSL is on to something. They just hired the guy from Orange Lutheran who is well connected in the southland. They also have numerous kids from San Diego and are targeting San Bernardino and areas just outside the LAG/LAFC area. With their residential academy, they are going to be attractive to kids who want that... but the parents aren't keen on them being in Texas.
and their Residential Academy is free... wonder if they have tryouts
RedDevilDad
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FWIW, I’ve heard that the playoffs will be in Oceanside in June…
Anyone know what the SJ / RSL score was today (U15)? For some reason, they're not entering the scores for the MLS academy games. They are for the other levels.
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I know there are lots of woulda coulda shoulda in youth soccer, but at the end of the day, you do have to score-- the score ended 1-0 San Jose-- and RSL did miss plenty of ( 8 ) scoring opportunities... both teams played well- the 07 season should be entertaining to watch--Anyone know what the SJ / RSL score was today (U15)? For some reason, they're not entering the scores for the MLS academy games. They are for the other levels.
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How about this weekend... RSL vs LAFC... ( 3-1 2 weeks ago and that RSL team is brand new) this has got to be a highly visible game...??? and what about the rest of Socal teams, LA Galaxy, Albion, Strikers, Chula Vista (after a good showing vs Surf) lots of good talented players lacing them up this weekend... as always GOOD LUCK to all the boys, let see some great soccer
RedDevilDad
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To. Say. The. Least. Wow. Some interesting additions and leave-offs.
Is there a link for the list?
Maybe they watched the WCQ matches and decided they needed to overhaul their talent ID process.
From the last camp 4 months ago to this one:
30 kids to 34 kids. 19 removals, 11 returns, 23 additions (70% turnover).
(LAFC + LAG) from 60% to 40%, so more non-MLS representation, mostly more Surf and the addition of Barca Academy.
Did they not scout right 4 months ago (or this time), or have things changed that much in 4 months, or are they casting a wide net and consolidating the results of both camps, or is it all just random madness? Who knows. Hopefully there is a method because I'd like to see the US win.
30 kids to 34 kids. 19 removals, 11 returns, 23 additions (70% turnover).
(LAFC + LAG) from 60% to 40%, so more non-MLS representation, mostly more Surf and the addition of Barca Academy.
Did they not scout right 4 months ago (or this time), or have things changed that much in 4 months, or are they casting a wide net and consolidating the results of both camps, or is it all just random madness? Who knows. Hopefully there is a method because I'd like to see the US win.
Or politics?
RedDevilDad
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This list is very weird. I don't have a dog in this fight and wish all these kids the best.
Pros: Finally loop in Barca players.
Cons: There are players on this list who aren't even playing soccer, aren't at the club they're listed for and aren't even starters. It's definitely odd. Again, congrats to the kids that made the list. There are serious head scratchers for the LAFC and LAG kids. Very, very strange leave-offs and additions.
If I'm that kid on the list, I don't care one iota why I'm on that list, just take your shot and take your recognition. Someone thought you deserved it for whatever reason and that's good enough to be exponentially proud. Again, congrats.
RedDevilDad
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I used to think, based on the list and conversations, that they said to top teams... send me X number from your club. But, this list. There's no way that LAG and LAFC had a say in this. No way. I think this list was made entirely independent of the DOCs.
My opinion, you got to scout, form opinions and then use the trusted/respected DOCs opinion. Like... here's our top 7 from your team... any concerns? That would have certainly changed names...
My opinion, you got to scout, form opinions and then use the trusted/respected DOCs opinion. Like... here's our top 7 from your team... any concerns? That would have certainly changed names...
Back to my other comment, maybe they decided to use “future potential” versus “current performance” in this iteration.
Or maybe Surf is in the process of taking over US soccer as part of their world domination strategy.