It may have flown under the radar at the time, but the LA Galaxy II’s progression to the USL Championship Playoffs for a second consecutive season showed the progression and nerve of the club’s squad to hold off its more experienced counterparts in California over the course of the season. Clutch goals in matchups against San Diego Loyal SC and Orange County SC in the final month of the season saw Los Dos finish second in the group, and while their postseason journey wasn’t long, it did show the promise many in the club have.

Leading the way in that category is defender Mauricio Cuevas, who having just turned 18 might be on the verge of making a big step forward in his career in the coming year. The full back posted impressive numbers on the back line, and while Los Dos’ defense wasn’t always reliable, it did also feature other notable youngsters like Jalen Neal – now signed to a Galaxy First Team contract this offseason.

The other breakthrough performer was in attack, with Augustine Williams scoring a career-best 13 goals to take Championship All-League First Team honors. More could come from the forward, who earned his first call-up to the Sierra Leone National Team this offseason, but there will also be a spotlight shining bright on two players in Alex Alcala and Miguel Avalos whom both currently are part of Mexico’s Youth National Team program.

Alex Alcala, Midfielder: 15-year-old turns pro with Los Dos with eyes of big European clubs on him

Preston Judd, Forward: Former University of Denver player was selected by Galaxy in SuperDraft

Miguel Avalos, Midfielder: Former Pachuca Academy player joins pro ranks in LA

Abraham Romero, Goalkeeper: Signed with Orange County SC

Adrian Vera: Signed with Rio Grande Valley FC

Ivan Gutierrez: Signed with Phoenix Rising FC

Mohammad Kamara: Signed with Menemen Spor (Turkey)

Projected Finish: Sixth Place, Pacific Division