Four different looks inside the development pipeline
Tim Jones examines some storylines involving the Union’s developing players, including the week’s news in MLS NEXT Pro.
Articles written by: Tim Jones
Still learning soccer after nearly five decades. A southwestern Ohio buckeye transplanted to Chester County. Used to teach history, enjoys new ideas, sometimes bakes bread, is a sports fan, and loves apparently unconnected connections.
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Philadelphia Union II announce new signings
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Expectations for Union II’s 2023 MLS NEXT Pro schedule and roster
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Union II offseason news and notes
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