Sean O’Hearn an early bright spot for Revolution II
Sean O’Hearn has emerged as a key defender for Revs II through two games, perhaps flashing first-team potential
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When Sean O’Hearn heard his name called in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft, it came as a total surprise. A three-year starter at Georgetown University, O’Hearn signed a contract with Revolution II in November of 2020 and “didn’t even know” he’d be considered in the draft.
But Minnesota United––who reached the Western Conference Finals in 2020––selected the center back with their second-round pick, offering O’Hearn a chance to prove himself in preseason. Though a contract didn’t materialize, O’Hearn soaked in everything he could at the highest level of American soccer, preparing him nicely for his upcoming season with Revolution II.
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Six Revs II players train with first team on opening day of preseason
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In his first press conference of the preseason, Bruce Arena declared that six players from Revolution II trained with the first team on the opening day of the preseason. The statement reflects the growing connection between the New England Revolution and Revolution II, a partnership now in its sophomore year of existence.
Arena didn’t name individuals, but there are several players on Revolution II who would likely be considered for this opportunity; goalkeeper Joe Rice is one strong candidate, as well as midfielders Tiago Mendonca and Maciel.
Five Union Academy grads, several others with local ties eligible for MLS SuperDraft
MLS SuperDraft is next Thursday
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Five Philadelphia Union Academy alums and several others with local ties are on a list of 176 players eligible for next week’s MLS SuperDraft.
Justin McMaster, Lamine Conte, Josue Monge, Dawson McCartney and Jahmali Waite, who all spent time with Bethlehem Steel FC prior to college and graduated high school from YSC Academy, are all listed.
McMaster, a winger/forward for Wake Forest is considered the best prospect of the group (No. 15 in SBI’s Big Board) and McCartney recently transferred to Notre Dame so he’d likely put a pro career on hold if he is drafted.