MLS NEXT has named 44 players to its fourth annual All-Star Game, an East-West showcase of North America’s top under-18 prospects. The match, presented by Allstate, will be played on 21 July at Parmer Field, home of Austin FC II, with free admission and a live stream on MLS’ YouTube channel and MLSsoccer.com. Among the selections are Toronto FC academy forward Kervon Kerr, San Jose Earthquakes homegrown midfielder Kaedren Spivey and Colorado Rapids defender Jack Pomeroy. MLS NEXT technical director Luis Robles said the roster reflects “the highest level of performance and future potential” across the league’s academies. More than 60% of past All-Stars have already signed professional contracts, underscoring the game’s growing status as a pipeline to Major League Soccer.