Philly Leader

Philadelphia Union's homegrown talents C.J. Olney, Andrew Rick, and David Vazquez have been selected for the U.S. Under-19 Men's Youth National Team training camp in West Palm Beach, Florida. Joining them from the Philadelphia Union organization is Union II defender Neil Pierre.

The age eligibility for this U-19 MYNT cycle includes players born on or after January 1, 2006. Head coach Michael Nsien has called up a diverse group of 24 players: 11 born in 2006, 12 in 2007, and one in 2008—Charlotte FC forward Nimfasha Berchimas. All are eligible for next year's FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Twelve of these players participated in the October trip to Valencia, Spain, where the team achieved victories against Sweden (4-1) and Japan (3-2). Midfielder Cruz Medina scored against Sweden, while forward Mykhi Joyner and defender Harbor Miller contributed goals against Japan.

The roster includes representatives from 13 Major League Soccer clubs with Philadelphia Union contributing four players. Other clubs such as LA Galaxy, New York City FC, Orlando City SC, San Jose Earthquakes, and St. Louis City SC each have two players represented.

The trio will join the camp following Philadelphia Union II's participation in the MLS NEXT Pro Cup against North Texas SC.