Assembling a star-studded roster is the easiest way to build a contender, but title-caliber teams often go the distance because of unsung players that emerge along the way. Charleston’s Nick Markanich and Phoenix’s Panos Armenakas soared past expectations in the midfield to help carry their teams to conference championships in 2023; Louisville’s Oliver Semmle unexpectedly won the goalkeeping job and is now a member of the Philadelphia Union because of his spectacular performances.
Ahead of the 2024 campaign, which player from each USL Championship club is most likely to be a breakout star?
