After a three-month hiatus, the spring portion of the 2019-20 U.S. Soccer Development Academy season is back.
Local teams returned to action Feb. 23 when South Shore Select traveled to face Oakwood, while Seacoast and NEFC both have March 1 circled on their calendars.
All four local clubs are building towards the annual Summer Showcase and Playoffs, which will be held June 20-30 in Oceanside, Calif. Should they strike gold there, teams could advance to the championship round in July.
To preview what lies ahead, we’ve highlighted a key storyline and big question facing each club from New England. We’ve also highlighted several players to watch for, though left off those who are already committed to play college soccer.