Maximo Carrizo continues his remarkable form, scoring once again for New York City FC II over the weekend to make it 3 in his last 3. The talented attacking midfielder found the net in a 2-0 victory against Columbus Crew 2, adding to his tally of 4 goals this season. His pivotal moment came in the 22nd minute, capitalizing on a goalkeeper error to slot home from distance. Additionally, Jacob Arroyave, another promising talent, marked his professional debut with a goal, sealing the win with a composed finish. Drew Baiera and Jonathan Shore featured as starters for NYCFC II, while youth prospects Tristan Brown and the promising forward Chase Adams made appearances for Columbus Crew 2.

Meanwhile, Cavan Sullivan continues to garner attention, becoming the second player born in 2009 to feature in a professional match this year. Sullivan made a second half appearance in Philadelphia Union II's game against New York Red Bulls II, delivering a commendable performance after coming on in the 67th minute. Neil Pierre, a central defender born in 2007, showcased his maturity by completing the full 90 minutes. On the opposing side, Welsh-American goalkeeper Aidan Stokes started, with Tanner Rosborough joining in the second half after his involvement with the U-16 national team last week.

Across the league, young American prospects showcased their talent. Nimfa Berchimas impressed for Crown Legacy FC, while Colin Guske and Justin Ellis featured for Orlando City II. Caden Glover made his mark by netting his first goal of the season in a 2-0 victory over Real Monarchs. Tyson Pearce delivered a solid 90-minute performance, with Carson Locker making a notable impact off the bench.

In Ventura County's lineup, Harbor Miller and Ruben Ramos started, with Gabriel Arnold joining in the second half, adding depth to the home team's defensive line.

From Empty Seats to Center Field: Athlete Narrative's Strategy to Boost Athletes' Social Media Presence

In today's digital age, where the line between sports and entertainment continues to blur, the ability to capture and retain attention is invaluable. Athlete Narrative steps in as a critical ally for players aiming to enhance their online visibility and fan engagement. The platform offers comprehensive social media management, delivering daily post copy that keeps audiences engaged and eager for more. By consistently updating content, Athlete Narrative ensures that athletes remain a hot topic among fans and potential sponsors alike, driving continual interest and interaction.

Beyond just regular posts, Athletenarrative.com provides a digital resume through its unique "Radar Page," which showcases an athlete's professional journey, achievements, and personal brand to a global audience. This feature acts as a dynamic portfolio that attracts attention from scouts, clubs, and fans worldwide. Additionally, the "Locker Room" is an innovative resource center dedicated to the athlete's off-field growth, offering tools and insights focused on mental health, motivation, and overall well-being. The platform's "Scout" program further amplifies reach by strategically building the athlete's following, ensuring that their talent doesn't go unnoticed. With Athlete Narrative, soccer players gain more than just a service; they receive a multifaceted partner in building and sustaining a vibrant, successful sports career, and sets them up for success in life after sports. 

MLS Next Weekend Recap: The Red Bulls Dominate The Eastern Classic

The Red Bulls Academy dominated the eastern classic against Philadelphia Union. The game between the U-17s was a heavy 4-0 result in favor of the Red Bulls. Gallagher, Olanrewaju on two occasions and the young prospect born in 2009, Paul Sokoloff, scored for the local team in what was their first game after the GA Cup. The Red Bulls U-15’s managed to beat the Philadelphia Union 1-0 as well to make it a 2-0 day for the older Red Bull Academy sides.

FC Dallas managed to pull of a double as well against in-state rivals Austin FC. The FC Dallas U-15s beat Austin FC 2-1 after goals from Austin Chukwu and Dominic Salm. Jonathan Ayala brought the deficit to one with a late goal at the end of the game. The FC Dallas U-17s also achieved a 2-1 victory over Austin FC. The son of the legend Claudio Reyna, Joah Reyna, opened the scoring 8 minutes into the game for Austin FC but FC Dallas managed to recover and after scores from Caua Scabin and Jaydin Contreras the visiting team achieved victory.

Real Salt Lake dominated and beat Seattle Sounders U-17 5-0 after great performances by Omar Marquez and Antonio Riquelme who scored two goals each. The remaining goal was scored by Brice Miller. In U-15 action, the game ended in a 1-1 draw after goals by Landon Booth for the Seattle Sounders and Hunter Peralta for Real Salt Lake.

Jakob Garcia put in a strong perforance for the Orlando City SC U-15’s en route to a 4-1 victory over the New England Revolution. The young forward had a great individual performance and showed why he is considered one of the best players born in 2009.

Young Dual National Prospects Called to Youth National Camps With El Salvador and Guatemala

Several US Youth National team dual nationals have received invitations to national youth camps for El Salvador and Guatemala recently.

In recent years, the United States has emerged as a prolific producer of youth talent, with many players eligible to represent multiple countries due to the nation's rich cultural diversity. In a recent development, the youth national teams of El Salvador and Guatemala organized camps for the U-17 and U-20 age groups, featuring participation from several top MLS Next prospects.

Gabriel Arnold, a standout holding midfielder known for his impressive performance in the GA Cup, received his first call-up to the El Salvador U-20 squad for a camp held in the United States. Joining him were D.C. United goalkeeper Alexander Aguilar, North Carolina FC's Raul Avalos, Sporting Kansas City's Aiden Benitez, and Joshua Sosa from the Barca Residency Academy, who had previously represented Guatemala at the U-20 level.

Meanwhile, Guatemala's U-17 team conducted a domestic camp, welcoming Lorenzo Tuch from the Barca Residency Academy and Robert Mejia from LA Galaxy. Mejia, who had previously featured for the United States U-15 team and competed in the Concacaf championship with Guatemala U-15, had recently been called up to the El Salvador U-17 squad as well.