NEXT GEN. NIKE CERTIFIED.
LA Galaxy and U.S. U-19 Men's National Team defender Harbor Miller is officially a Nike athlete. The 18-year-old, who is under a multi-year Homegrown contract with the LA Galaxy, has joined the Swoosh as he continues his rapid rise as one of America's top young prospects. Already making a name for himself with club and country, Miller is now adding a global brand partnership to his growing résumé, further cementing his status as one of the next big names to watch in U.S. soccer.
CLUTCH GOALS. BIG STAGE. BIGGER MOMENT.
Taylor Tufts saved her best for the biggest moments. The Simply Futbol star helped lead her team all the way to the TST Final, finishing the tournament as the Women's Golden Boot winner, Tournament MVP, and a selection to the Women's Team of the Tournament. With match-winning performances throughout the week, Tufts cemented herself as one of the standout players of the competition.
NEXT STOP: BREMEN.
US-born USYNT center back Ramiz Hamouda is heading to Germany after signing with Bundesliga side Werder Bremen. The defender joins the German club after developing with Birmingham Legion FC, where he gained valuable professional experience and established himself as one of the top young defensive prospects in the United States. His strong defensive presence, composure on the ball, and leadership qualities have also earned him opportunities with the USYNT setup. Now, Hamouda takes a massive step in his career as he heads overseas to continue his development in one of Europe's top leagues.
SPORTIVE FC STUN THE QUEENS OF TST.
Founded by former Stonehill College teammates Emmy Dumaresq and Meghan Lord, Sportive FC made major waves at TST in Cary, NC. Representing a unique Northeast-Midwest alliance, the underdogs captured international attention after defeating the highly decorated, two-time reigning champion U.S. Women 2-1 in the closing stages of their group-stage match. Despite winning two group-stage matches and pulling off one of the tournament's biggest upsets, Sportive FC was narrowly edged out of advancing to the knockout rounds. Even without a deep tournament run, Dumaresq, Lord, and Sportive FC proved they belonged among TST's elite and left a lasting impression on the competition.
CIRO'S TURN.
Ciro put together a tournament to remember at the Dreams Cup, leading his team to the U-8 championship while earning MVP and Top Scorer honors. His side capped off a dominant run with a 10-2 victory in the final, with Ciro scoring twice in the championship match. From finding the back of the net to stepping up in the biggest moments, he showcased his talent all tournament long and proved the next generation is already making noise.
CHAMPIONS IN SPAIN.
The U.S. U-16 Girls National Team captured the 2026 L'Albir Tournament title after an undefeated run in Spain. The Americans opened with a hard-fought 0-0 draw against the Netherlands before defeating Spain 3-1 behind goals from Avery Walbruch and Kayleigh Cabigon, along with a forced own goal. They then sealed the championship with a dominant 4-1 victory over Sweden, powered by a Kayleigh Cabigon hat trick and a goal from Isabella Ortiz.
The United States and the Netherlands both finished on seven points, but the Americans secured the trophy thanks to a superior goal differential (+5 to +2), boosted by their three-goal win over Sweden. The title continues a strong year for the squad, who now sit at 4W-2L-2D in 2026 against top international competition, including Germany, Belgium, Spain, Denmark, England, and the Netherlands. Another trophy, more international experience, and another sign that the future of U.S. soccer is bright.
FROM NYRB II TO THE USYNT.
Deven Cadigan has earned his first-ever youth international call-up, representing the U-17 USYNT during their June camp in Natal, Brazil. The New York Red Bulls II standout continues to climb the ranks, turning strong performances at the professional level into an opportunity to represent his country for the first time. It's a major milestone for Cadigan and another example of the growing pathway from club development to the national team.
A STAR ARRIVES EARLY.
Jamir Johnson announced himself in a big way, scoring his first goal for Orange County SC and becoming the second-youngest goalscorer in USL Cup history. The young standout continues to show why he's one of the brightest prospects in the game, delivering a milestone moment while making an immediate impact at the professional level. The future is arriving faster than expected.
COLLEGE STANDOUTS ANSWER THE CALL.
Two former Atlanta United Academy products are taking their talents to the international stage. Rocket Ritarita has earned a call-up to the Philippine Youth National Team for the ASEAN U-19 Boys' Bank Summit Championship, while Braden Dunham has been named to the U-19 USYNT roster as the only college player selected.
Both players continue to prove that the college pathway remains a valuable route to international opportunities. From Atlanta United's academy to representing their countries, Ritarita and Dunham are showing that development doesn't stop after leaving the academy system.
Pictured Above: Rocket Ritarita
Pictured Above: Braden Dunham
DRIP FC X TST CREATOR GAME.
Drip FC brought together some of the biggest names in football content creation for a Creator Game at the heart of TST. The match featured creators such as Spencer Owen, founder of Hashtag United, Matty FC, ZTH Training, former Canadian international and Olympic bronze medalist Lauren Sesselmann, Iman Ali Dib, Zaccardo, and many more. The game was packed with goals, but the standout performance belonged to ZTH Training's Haris Hussaini, who delivered a hat trick to lead the Blue/Green team to a 3-1 victory. It was a perfect blend of football, entertainment, and creator culture all on one stage.
