Indy Eleven Captain Greg Janicki to Speak at MPSC

Greg Janicki, a product of Michigan State University, has deep roots to soccer in the Midwest. After graduating from Anchor Bay High School and completing four years at Michigan State University, he signed his first pro contract with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in 2008.

Janicki has since climbed the North American professional soccer ladder with stops in the MLS, NASL and USL.

Currently Janicki is the captain of the NASL’s Indy Eleven where he serves as a mainstay in their back-line. Janicki has been instrumental in the Indy Eleven’s turnaround season in 2016, which saw them finish the regular season campaign in 2nd place overall. This week they are preparing for their first play-off match vs FC Edmonton.

Janicki brings a wealth of experience that spans over his 10 years as a professional footballer, including earning “Defender of the Year” in 2010 with the Vancouver Whitecaps . The Midwest Pro Soccer combine is looking forward to Janicki taking part in the inaugural event and sharing his story with the next generation of ‘Future Pros’.

About the Midwest Pro Soccer Combine

The inaugural Midwest Pro Soccer Combine will take place on Monday, December 19th & Tuesday, December 20th at Ultimate Soccer Arenas in Pontiac, Michigan, USA. The combine will accept 60 talented players aspiring to sign a professional contract for the 2017 MLS, NASL and/or USL season. Along with scouts and intermediaries from North America a handful of international representatives will be in attendance as well.

Sporting Kansas City’s Pasher to Speak at Midwest Pro Soccer Combine

Most footballers are familiar with the journey one must take to achieve playing at the highest level. Each story is different, but filled with similarities of trials and tribulations that had to be overcome to reach the final destination. The story of Tyler Pasher, is nothing short of astounding.

In just two short years, Pasher went from 4th tier NPSL side Lansing United to earning a spot on Major League Soccer’s Sporting Kansas City. After helping LanU secure the Great Lakes West conference title in 2014, Pasher was invited to the NPSL combine.

Shortly after, a trial with third tier USL club Pittsburgh Riverhounds proved fruitful as Pasher spent much of the 2015 campaign with them.  After a short stint with the Swope Park Rangers of the USL in 2016, Sporting Kansas City announced that they had signed Pasher on a short-term loan, to play in the 2016-17 CONCACAF Champions League against Central FC.

Pasher, who suited up for the Swope Park Rangers in their USL Cup appearance, will be attending the inaugural Midwest Pro Combine as a guest speaker sharing stories and insight on how we was able to stay focused on his goal of playing at the highest level even with all of the distractions and challenges that presented themselves along the way.

About the Midwest Pro Soccer Combine

The inaugural Midwest Pro Soccer Combine will take place on Monday, December 19th & Tuesday, December 20th at Ultimate Soccer Arenas in Pontiac, Michigan, USA. The combine will accept 60 talented players aspiring to sign a professional contract for the 2017 MLS, NASL and/or USL season. Along with scouts and intermediaries from North America a handful of international representatives will be in attendance as well.

Apply Now - Player Applications Open

Players can now officially apply to be accepted into the inaugural Midwest Pro Soccer Combine by completing an in depth online player application. Furthermore, players will be asked to share their football CV and video footage of their recent play. Players will also need to pay the $25 player application fee.  The combine will only be accepting the top 60 players that apply for the event, with the goal of attracting the top talent in the nation seeking to sign a professional football contract. Once a player is vetted thoroughly they may be accepted into the prestigious event. Players will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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In the coming days an announcement will be made with the first round of professional clubs and intermediaries who will be in attendance.  

The Midwest Pro Soccer Combine will take place Monday, December 19th & Tuesday, December 20th at Ultimate Soccer Arenas in Pontiac, Michigan. The combine will bring in 60 talented players aspiring to sign a professional contract for the 2017 MSL, NASL and USL season. Along with scouts and intermediaries from North America a handful of international representatives will be in attendance as well.

Paving the Way for Future Professional Footballers