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Fiorante started the full-time PT role with U.S. Soccer in September, after completing a 13-month sports residency at VCU.
He now treats players in camps and travels with teams for tournament play as part of U.S. Soccer’s extended national teams.
Fiorante coordinates care for athletes after camps and supports return-to-play programs across programs including deaf, cerebral palsy, power, beach and futsal.
The role for U.S. Soccer’s extended national teams is new, with Fiorante learning on the job and working with mentors at VCU.
Fiorante helped organize an amputee soccer clinic in collaboration with local partners in Richmond.
Fiorante plans to learn American Sign Language to better communicate with athletes he treats.
The position covers athletes across diverse programs, including the deaf, cerebral palsy, power, beach and futsal teams.
Fiorante’s work aligns with his goal to help athletes return to their passion on the field.
Fiorante views soccer as a universal language and aims to make the sport accessible for all.
The story originally appeared on VCU College of Health Professions’ site before VCU News republished it.

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The 2025 U.S. Soccer End of Year Awards finalists were announced, naming top players for Female and Male Player of the Year.
Female finalists include Sam Coffey, Emily Fox, Rose Lavelle, Alyssa Thompson and Catarina Macario.
Male finalists include Max Arfsten, Alex Freeman, Matt Freese, Chris Richards and Malik Tillman.
Voting for the End of Year Awards runs through Friday, December 12, opening a chance for fans to weigh in.
The announcement appears in federation news and highlights the year’s top performers across programs.
The article lists players associated with the WNT, MNT, U20, MYNT, U17, U23, and WYNT programs.
The finalists’ list is designed to honor overall performance, including players from both genders.
The end-of-year awards reflect performance across federation competitions and national teams.
The announcement date is December 1, 2025, with voting closing on December 12, 2025.

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Jordyn Bugg is one of five nominees for the 2025 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year.
Bugg, 19, had a breakout season with club and country in 2025.
She earned her first senior USWNT appearance and starts in June 2025.
Bugg contributed to four clean sheets for the national team during 2025.
Her club season included 24 of 25 starts and three game-deciding goals.
Bugg earned a nomination for Marta Award consideration for a long-range goal.
She became the youngest NWSL Defender of the Year finalist.
Bugg was named to the NWSL Best XI Second Team.
Reign FC Defender of the Year award was voted by teammates.
Fan voting for the awards runs through December 12 with a 15 percent weight.

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USMNT players, led by a tactical shift under Mauricio Pochettino, finished 2025 strong with a string of friendlies unbeaten and key contributors emerging ahead of 2026.
Maiden wave of 2025 nominees spotlight five standouts who stepped up as absences during Gold Cup opened opportunities for emergence.
Chris Richards anchors a resilient backline, earning recognition as a leader ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Malik Tillman stands out as a creative catalyst, pushing for more minutes and delivering impactful contributions during the Gold Cup run.
Goalkeeper Matt Freese has established himself as the USMNT's likely No. 1, with 13 starts and strong form entering 2026.
Alex Freeman emerges as a versatile right back option, also trusted in center-back roles, signaling tactical flexibility for Pochettino’s plans.
Malik Tillman is highlighted as a key contributor who could shape the USMNT’s World Cup success in 2026.
The nomination list underscores a shift toward younger, homegrown MLS talents alongside European-based stars.
Notable snubs like Balogun and Luna are discussed, reflecting diverse paths to potential World Cup roles in 2026.
The piece frames the 2026 World Cup as a home-stage opportunity, with Pochettino’s analytics-driven approach shaping selection and formation.

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