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Perez was the U.S. team's first genuine playmaker
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetOne of the most underrated players of his generation, not only was Hugo Perez the U.S. team's first Latino, he was also the its first genuine playmaker, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | October 03, 2009Luring more athletes to play soccer the answer?
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetCan you fathom how dominant the U.S. would be if more American genetic freaks decided to pursue soccer? The landscape would be completely different -- or would it, asks Jeff Carlisle?
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2009Honduras to provide a tougher test than Grenada
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetFaced with overmatched opposition like Grenada, it's almost impossible to get an accurate reading on the U.S. team's performance. Against Honduras, coach Bob Bradley will get a far better idea, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2009Lower age groups in U.S. youth soccer still need overhaul
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe overhaul of U.S. youth soccer has begun, but the Development Academy's principles still need to filter down into the lower age groups, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | March 26, 2009USSF models youth development on a mix of foreign concepts
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe concept for the USSF Development Academy is an amalgamation of theories from countries like France and Brazil, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | February 05, 2009U.S. Soccer overhauls its youth programs
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetSince 2007, the U.S. Soccer Federation has radically overhauled its youth development structure to correct the flaws of the previous system, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | January 29, 2009Davies gets his chance to strut his stuff
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetFresh off a breakthrough season in the Swedish league, Charlie Davies hopes to have a similar impact for the U.S. against the Swedish national team, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | January 22, 2009Women top the charts with effort in 2008
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetFrom the U.S. women's Olympic Gold to Landon Donovan's record-breaking feats, 2008 was full of memorable moments, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | December 23, 2008U.S. youngsters show inexperience against T&T
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe 2-1 loss against Trinidad & Tobago showed that several U.S. youngsters still have a ways to go before they're ready for the senior team, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2008U.S. to field youthful lineup against T&T
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe game against Trinidad & Tobago is the perfect opportunity for several U.S. youngsters to make a statement, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | October 12, 2008U.S. expects hostile reception in Cuba
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe U.S. is anticipating a hostile reception when it faces Cuba (Saturday, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN Classic), writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | September 02, 2008Lloyd the unlikely hero for the U.S.
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetCarli Lloyd's game-winning goal put the gloss on what had been a forgettable performance by her up to that point, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | August 21, 2008U.S. women confident of redemption
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetThe U.S. women are confident they can beat the Brazilians, despite their underdog status, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | August 20, 2008Chalupny's attacking forays pivotal in U.S. win
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetLori Chalupny's two-way play from her left back spot has been crucial to the U.S. women's progression in the Olympics, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2008Brazil-Argentina matchup eagerly awaited
Jeff Carlisle, ESPNsoccernetArgentina and Brazil face off, while upstart Belgium aims for another upset in semis, writes Jeff Carlisle.
Story | Conversation | August 17, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "olympics" make the list?