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U16 Age Group – Vancouver Whitecaps FC
The start of the 2025 season has seen Vancouver Whitecaps FC shine in MLS play and their academy is doing the same thing in the U16 age group, earning team of the month honors. Vancouver went 8-1-0 in January and February, with each of their wins coming by at least two goals.
Their most impressive performance came in a 3-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes on Feb. 15, which featured a brace from Tyler Brown. Brown, who has scored 17 goals in 12 games to begin 2025, is also being recognized as the MLS NEXT Player of the Month for his remarkable goal scoring.
Player of the Month – Tyler Brown (Vancouver Whitecaps FC U16)
The top scorer in all of MLS NEXT in 2025 has been Vancouver Whitecaps FC U16 forward Tyler Brown, who has scored 17 times in just 12 games. Brown’s breakout has been coming after starring with the Whitecaps’ U15 side at the 2024 Generation adidas Cup in Bradenton, Fla.
Brown has been crucial in key games for Vancouver, which included a brace against the San Jose Earthquakes on Feb. 15 and scoring the game-clinching goal against Sacramento Republic FC on Feb. 2. The U16 forward will be a name to watch north of the border as the 2025 Generation adidas Cup approaches in April.
