It is no secret that the New York Red Bulls have developed one of the best youth academy infrastructures in MLS. The club has made it a priority over the past few seasons of turning homegrown players into stars and solid players at the next level. The academy’s star pupil, Tyler Adams, just moved to Germany as one of the most promising young talents in world football.
A major part of that youth development is Red Bull II, the USL affiliate of the Red Bulls, a breeding ground for younger, raw talent. Players like Derrick Etienne and Adams have spent time with Red Bull II.