MLS connections — As founding members in the new MLS youth competition, our pathway to professional soccer has become even more direct. Beyond our presence in the platform, our relationships with several MLS clubs provide opportunities for players to get supplemental training and compete in the GA Cup, an elite tournament series. Additionally, scouts from MLS and foreign clubs will continue to follow our players at games, at showcases, and on film. This is another way that we can fulfill our mission of helping players on to their next steps in the game.   National Team exposure – Playing in the top league in our country will regularly expose our players to U.S. Soccer Youth National Team coaches and scouts.