Four from Big Ten Selected for MLS College Showcase

ROSEMONT, Ill. – Four players from Big Ten teams have been selected among the top 45 invitees for the 2025 MLS College Showcase, which will take place from December 10-13 in Mesa, Ariz.

Maryland’s Lasse Kelp, Sadam Masereka, and Stephane Njike will join UCLA’s Tre Wright at the four-day talent evaluation event that gives technical staffs from MLS clubs an opportunity to scout top collegiate prospects in the nation ahead of 2026 MLS SuperDraft, which will take place on Thursday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. ET. Please note that the list of attendees is subject to change prior to the event.

“Each year we see young breakout players who previously shined at the MLS College Showcase go on to make a meaningful impact at the first-team level,” said Alecko Eskandarian, Vice President, Player Relations & Player Development. “This event is a crucial opportunity for our clubs to evaluate the nation’s top collegiate talent, and we are thrilled to welcome these 45 standout individuals to a life-changing showcase in Arizona this year.”

Among the notable standouts from last year’s College Showcase who went on to make an impact in the MLS this season is former Indiana standout Jansen Miller (2022-24). Miller was selected with the No. 8 overall selection by Sporting Kansas City in the 2025 MLS SuperDraft. Miller made 29 appearances, starting 25, and logging 2,305 minutes throughout the regular season - the most minutes played by any 2025 SuperDraft pick.

The 2025 MLS College Showcase is a closed-door scouting event officially sanctioned by the NCAA. The eligible player list for 2026 MLS SuperDraft will be announced at a later date following the 2025 MLS College Showcase.