MLS academy programs start as young as U-9 or U-10, with players progressing through age groups to the U-17 and U-19 levels. The most promising academy players can sign professional contracts as young as 16 through the homegrown player mechanism.
MLS academy programs start as young as U-9 or U-10, with players progressing through age groups to the U-17 and U-19 levels. The most promising academy players can sign professional contracts as young as 16 through the homegrown player mechanism.