Raymon Gaddis on Black Players Coalition: “We’re advocating to break down barriers”
Since the Black Players Coalition of MLS was launched last week, Philadelphia Union defender and board member Raymon Gaddis says he’s received an overwhelmingly supportive reaction. Gaddis drove that point home Monday during a Zoom call with reporters, adding that the league’s statement of support only amplified the momentum
Union ranked as 2nd best MLS academy
Notably, the Union Academy is affiliated with YSC Academy, a school that is built to marry young players’ love of soccer with academic success. YSC Academy students train twice a day and work with their teachers to learn the self-discipline and time management necessary to balance their academic and athletic lives.