2007 DA

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.
 
elZorro said:
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.
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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.
 
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...
 
RedDevilDad said:
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...
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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.
 
BIGD said:
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.
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I like that your optimistic that there’s a degree of logic. My man! Bring your kid to my team. Need more positive parents around. Haha!
 
the LAFC- RSL game is Sunday 9am... not sure about the Albion-TFA match.... SDSC Surf team with the recent departures sure took a hit, the other Surf team in San Diego won 7-1 ,
 
Colorado Rapids 4-2 Galaxy
Chula Vista 2-1 Barca
RSL AZ 1-0 City SC
SC Del Sol 0-0 Phoenix
San Jose 1-1 Breakers
Nomads 1-1 Strikers

ECNL:
Arsenal 3-2 WCFC

Last Week:
RSL 4-0 Real Colorado
LAG 1-0 LAUFA
 
I know this thread mostly covers MLS Next and there is an ECNL board, but just curious if there is a thread somewhere covering EAL?
 
elZorro said:
They're starting to fill out the (MLS Next '07) game results at:

U15 MLS NEXT Schedule & Scores

Official MLS NEXT schedule and scores for U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U19 matches
www.mlssoccer.com www.mlssoccer.com
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WOW!! some interesting results-- Albion has a couple kids in Spain in some program and they tie TFA, and the LAFC vs RSL rematch from a couple weeks back at the Albion tournament ( LAFC 3-1 W) to a 1-0 win... RSL looks like they will be fun to watch.. RSL won big in Colorado too.. San DIego boys making noise
 
Toe poke said:
WOW!! some interesting results-- Albion has a couple kids in Spain in some program and they tie TFA, and the LAFC vs RSL rematch from a couple weeks back at the Albion tournament ( LAFC 3-1 W) to a 1-0 win... RSL looks like they will be fun to watch.. RSL won big in Colorado too.. San DIego boys making noise
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Not to be anti-RSL because I think they're a good team.
RSL beat Real Colorado not Colorado Rapids. That's a big difference. To their credit, they did beat LAG in a friendly. I could see it going either way next time. I think they're better than San Jose but haven't seen any of the others. Colorado Rapids is rumored to be a good team. They were up 3-0 on the Galaxy at half but LAG made a second half of it, final 4-2.

Against LAFC today, RSL didn't have a single shot on target and never really threatened. I think the score line reflects that LAFC was missing starting strikers and struggled to capitalize on their opportunities or set pieces.

I think RSL is a good team. They have some talented players. They can be pressed and forced into mistakes. They feel like a new team that doesn't know each other or where to expect their teammate so when pressed the ball usually just gets booted down field for everyone to chase. The problem for RSL as a team (not the players as individuals developing) is that they will be cut and split into a combo year next year with the 06s. So, while that they will certainly grow individually in their residential program, I don't think that team will get to what they would be capable of if they stayed together next year.

They're an interesting match up against LAG because I think 44 will be a nuisance and their second striker, Axel (not Kai), if getting good delivery, can also finesse his way in. I'd like to see their defense relax a bit. They aren't afraid to make/take a hit and as they play more together, they'll learn to trust each other more. Again, they felt like a new team.

San Jose was a good team of pretty good players. You can tell that San Jose competes in recruiting with Sac Republic, De Anza, even Barca. I'd like to see San Jose really own the Bay Area but they are not at that point. Good players but not going to threaten your perennial top tier MLS academies.

LAG has been an anomaly for me. I found it interesting that they didn't jump at a chance at Kyrome who is now starting at LAFC's midfield. I think he would have been helpful for them, adding a physical component. I can't put my finger on it but I feel like it's a mental switch with LAG. There is a lot of individual talent there. I think taking Chris from TFA was a good move. I do like some of their coaches but there just seems to be something in the air there.

LAFC is just on another level. Composure on the ball. Some teams try to get physical with them but it just seems to wind them up... or you're kicking at ghosts. They just move really well. They are fun to watch and look like they have another level to get to. Like RSL, next year will be interesting for them. I think Seattle will be the biggest challenger to their 3 year plus unbeaten in their age group streak. Their only age group loss was to Atlanta United when they were u12s, 3 years ago at GA Cup in a 25 minute final. 1-0. That's impressive... and that pressure is good experience.
 
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