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Grown in America Player Profile: UMass college soccer veteran Matt Fordham shares his journey and growth in the beautiful game

“Grown in America: Play Fueled by Peanuts” is a nationwide campaign that shines a spotlight on the rising stars of soccer – young athletes from across the country who are putting in the work, powering their performance, and doing it all with fuel that’s as American as the game is global: peanuts.

As part of The18’s campus tour with the National Peanut Board, we’re connecting with college players to hear their stories, get their takes on the sport, and find out how they stay game-day ready. 

Who is Lamine Yamal's new girlfriend, Nicki Nicole? FC Barcelona star 'confirms' new relationship

Yamal is cooking on and off the pitch, ladies and gentlemen.

FC Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has sparked fresh headlines after seemingly going public with his new girlfriend. 

The 18-year-old forward and Barça's new No. 10 has been linked to the 25-year-old music artist, Nicki Nicole, for several weeks, with rumors of their relationship first surfacing when she was said to have attended his 18th birthday party. She also attended the pre-season friendly match between Barcelona and Como 1907.

Grown in America Player Profile: Senior UMass goalkeeper Alex Geczy shares his growth between the posts

“Grown in America: Play Fueled by Peanuts” is a nationwide campaign that shines a spotlight on the rising stars of soccer – young athletes from across the country who are putting in the work, powering their performance, and doing it all with fuel that’s as American as the game is global: peanuts.

As part of The18’s campus tour with the National Peanut Board, we’re connecting with college players to hear their stories, get their takes on the sport, and find out how they stay game-day ready. 

Trent Alexander-Arnold, Rossi and now Brown: Dual-nationals who 'passed' on the USMNT

The U.S. men's national team has increasingly become a hub for dual-national talent, thanks to the country's diverse population and global diaspora.

However, while many current dual nationals playing for the USMNT like Sergiño Dest, Folarin Balogun, Antonee Robinson and Johnny have chosen to don the red, white, and blue at the senior level, several high-profile players have opted to represent other nations despite their eligibility for the U.S.

Who is Álvaro García Pascual, the former Marshall University now Sevilla player in LaLiga?

The NCAA has just provided another talent to a top European league.

Álvaro García Pascual, a 22-year-old Spanish attacker currently playing for Sevilla in LaLiga, is the most recent case of the American collegiate soccer system sending one of their talents to a league outside of Major League Soccer. Most specifically, Europe.

Viral: Lionel Messi forced to promote MLS Cup despite crashing out of playoffs

Let’s get Messi fans to watch the MLS… even when he isn’t playing.

The 2024 MLS Cup was an instant classic, with the LA Galaxy defeating New York Red Bulls to claim their sixth league title in a match that was arguably one of the best in the 2024 MLS Season.

USWNT’s Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr announce pregnancy in heartwarming post

World-renowned Chelsea forward and Australian international, Sam Kerr and U.S. women’s national team’s Kristie Mewis are set to become the newest parents in women’s soccer, with the pair announcing their pregancy in a heart-warming social media post.

Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis pregnancy announcement

The couple confirmed their new chapter through an Instagram post, sharing a photo-booth collage of Kerr holding up an ultrasound scan and pointing to Mewis’ bump. “Metis-Kerr baby coming 2025!” they wrote.

18-year-old American Cole Campbell makes first-team debut with Borussia Dortmund

The U.S. men’s national team has yet another young American moving up the ranks in the Bundesliga.

Who is Cole Campbell, young American playing for Borussia Dortmund?

18-year-old American prospect, Cole Campbell, made his highly-anticipated professional debut for Borussia Dortmund. The USYNT forward came in as a substitute in the closing minutes of their 2-1 away loss against Augsburg.

No MLS players? Three key takeaways from the USMNT’s first roster post-Berhalter

The U.S. men’s national team have released their official roster for their set of Sept. friendlies, with quite a few important takeaways.

It’s time for a new chapter in the USMNT after a lackluster summer across all men’s national teams, with the senior squad getting grouped in their hosting of the 2024 Copa America — resulting in the sacking of former head coach Gregg Berhalter.

United in Sport: How two American star athletes fuel performance

Representing the United States is arguably the greatest honor for an American athlete regardless of the sport. Women’s wrestling superstar Helen Maroulis, with a gold medal in 2016 and a bronze in 2020, stands as a seasoned champion. Rising soccer star Cade Cowell, on the other hand, is part of the next generation of soccer players ready to make his mark.

Despite the differences in their sports – wrestling and soccer – Helen and Cade are united by a passion for competition, love of country, and a focused approach to fueling performance.

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