The Under 16 age group is brimming with talent in the Development Academy, and there will be plenty of quality players seeking to lead their team to a first place group finish this week in Frisco.

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The eight players below are likely to factor into that mix. While some have pledged their futures already to a college coaching staff, others may be looking to impress pro or U.S. youth national team scouts.