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USL Playoffs: One player to watch on each of the 16 teams

By Carson A Merk

Jul 21, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique (3) defends Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Ariel Lassiter (46) as he heads to the goal in the second half of the game at the Rose Bowl. FC Barcelona won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 21, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique (3) defends Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder Ariel Lassiter (46) as he heads to the goal in the second half of the game at the Rose Bowl. FC Barcelona won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 28, 2016; Harrison, NJ, USA; New York Red Bulls forward Brandon Allen (21) in action against the Toronto FC at Red Bull Arena. The New York Red Bulls won 3-0. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
May 28, 2016; Harrison, NJ, USA; New York Red Bulls forward Brandon Allen (21) in action against the Toronto FC at Red Bull Arena. The New York Red Bulls won 3-0. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

New York Red Bulls II’s Brandon Allen

NYRB2 had arguably the most prolific season in the USL’s history. They broke the record for points, wins, and goals scored. The player leading that side was Brandon Allen. He fell one goal short of the Golden Boot with 15, and added four assists as well.

He combines well with fellow young star Derrick Etienne Jr. to propel the high-flying Red Bulls attack. Allen is comfortable with both feet, and is a great all around forward, eyes open for the best option, shot or pass.

Aug 1, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando City SC defender Tyler Turner (2) defends Columbus Crew defender Waylon Francis (14) during the first half at Orlando Citrus Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 1, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando City SC defender Tyler Turner (2) defends Columbus Crew defender Waylon Francis (14) during the first half at Orlando Citrus Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Orlando City B’s Tyler Turner

The 20-year-old defender has been on the USMNT radar for years. He’s played for the U-17, U-18, U-20, and U-23s, sometimes serving as a captain over the years as well. He was the 2014 USL Rookie of the Year for Orlando City, and has continued to develop into a premier defender since then. He added four goals this season, and was a big part of OCB’s push to take the final playoff spot.

October 2nd at 4pm EDT from Red Bull Arena. Watch it live HERE. 

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