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Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

The reason why no one comments is because EH is not just another 'kid from Plano'.

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

My guess is that he got the exposure playing in DC and/or youth national teams.

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

I think he held his own.

To be a starter and contributor to the DC champion is an accomplishment.

He's been highlighted by the Dallas Morning News, Soccer America and Dallas Cup program, along with the Dallas Cup Facebook page. There's been plenty of coverage about him. Although, the media tends to reference his grandfather rather than just him, on his own.

He's only 16 and has played in multiple Dallas Cups. If Fullham returns next year, we'll likely see him again.

PG-Boy wrote:I think he held his own.

To be a starter and contributor to the DC champion is an accomplishment.

He's been highlighted by the Dallas Morning News, Soccer America and Dallas Cup program, along with the Dallas Cup Facebook page. There's been plenty of coverage about him. Although, the media tends to reference his grandfather rather than just him, on his own.

He's only 16 and has played in multiple Dallas Cups. If Fullham returns next year, we'll likely see him again.

He'll be 17 in 8 days. He may return next year or he will be playing up for their reserves (U21) Or a combination of the two.

Ibystander wrote:

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

There are more connections than Terminal A at DFW airport. True, you have to hold your own, but then we are not all playing by the same rules, either. He has been carefully groomed in a priveleged environment over many years. At this point, in my view, there is an expectation to perform, given the circumstances.

finish1 wrote:

Ibystander wrote:

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

There are more connections than Terminal A at DFW airport. True, you have to hold your own, but then we are not all playing by the same rules, either. He has been carefully groomed in a priveleged environment over many years. At this point, in my view, there is an expectation to perform, given the circumstances.

You make a good point and no doubt connections dont hurt, but If he couldn't play, he would not be in England with Fulham right now. I was telling my oldest son the other day that hard work and grooming is great up to a point, but if the player does not have some natural god given talent, he will hit a ceiling sooner rather than later. All to mean, if he (EH) is a standout on a an EPL academy team, playing up an age group, the kid has some great natural talent.

All in all a great thing for kids from NTX to see it can be done, connections none the less.

Sprint wrote:

finish1 wrote:

Ibystander wrote:

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

There are more connections than Terminal A at DFW airport. True, you have to hold your own, but then we are not all playing by the same rules, either. He has been carefully groomed in a priveleged environment over many years. At this point, in my view, there is an expectation to perform, given the circumstances.

You make a good point and no doubt connections dont hurt, but If he couldn't play, he would not be in England with Fulham right now. I was telling my oldest son the other day that hard work and grooming is great up to a point, but if the player does not have some natural god given talent, he will hit a ceiling sooner rather than later. All to mean, if he (EH) is a standout on a an EPL academy team, playing up an age group, the kid has some great natural talent.

All in all a great thing for kids from NTX to see it can be done, connections none the less.

"Connections" can only get you a chance...an opportunity..to perform.

"God given talent" will only get you so far...not the other way around.

I can't count the times where I've watched or read interviews of world class players and they were not the best players growing up in their youth. Drogba, Totti, Ribery and Zidane come to mind.

it was their passion and ultimately their hard work and mental toughness that pushed them through to the highest levels. (Admittedly some luck too.)

And let's also keep in mind that the vast majority of players don't "make it" (first team football consistently) until they are well into their 20's. Especially holding mids and defenders.

Players that show attacking prowess at an early age are much easier to spot. Consequently they tend to get pushed through at an earlier age.

How many starting centerbacks or defensive midfielders do you see in the top leagues that are under 21? or even 23?

Very few.

Ibystander wrote:

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

The Hunts have NO role in this one. EH was an exceptional player when playing for DT and then at FCD. His talent ultimately got him where he is. However, the fact that Grandpa holds a foreign passport that may translate to EH getting a passport from another country may have helped bypass many of the rules/regulations allowing under 18s get to England. He obviously has skill and is certainly not the biggest or fastest.

Sprint wrote:

finish1 wrote:

Ibystander wrote:

Laimport wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Plus, I'm sure there were some connections.

Remember Fulham has had success with American players in the past.

Along with his natural ability, I'm sure the kid spent several hours on his own every week honing his technical ability.

That's what it takes.

Connection to the Hunt family, maybe?

There are more connections than Terminal A at DFW airport. True, you have to hold your own, but then we are not all playing by the same rules, either. He has been carefully groomed in a priveleged environment over many years. At this point, in my view, there is an expectation to perform, given the circumstances.

You make a good point and no doubt connections dont hurt, but If he couldn't play, he would not be in England with Fulham right now. I was telling my oldest son the other day that hard work and grooming is great up to a point, but if the player does not have some natural god given talent, he will hit a ceiling sooner rather than later. All to mean, if he (EH) is a standout on a an EPL academy team, playing up an age group, the kid has some great natural talent.

All in all a great thing for kids from NTX to see it can be done, connections none the less.

"Connections" can only get you a chance...an opportunity..to perform.

"God given talent" will only get you so far...not the other way around.

I can't count the times where I've watched or read interviews of world class players and they were not the best players growing up in their youth. Drogba, Totti, Ribery and Zidane come to mind.

it was their passion and ultimately their hard work and mental toughness that pushed them through to the highest levels. (Admittedly some luck too.)

And let's also keep in mind that the vast majority of players don't "make it" (first team football consistently) until they are well into their 20's. Especially holding mids and defenders.

Players that show attacking prowess at an early age are much easier to spot. Consequently they tend to get pushed through at an earlier age.

How many starting centerbacks or defensive midfielders do you see in the top leagues that are under 21? or even 23?

Very few.

getafe01 wrote:He obviously has skill and is certainly not the biggest or fastest.

This is exactly where I hoped this conversation would go. All the best players I ever saw in Dallas (or anywhere for that matter) were not big, strong, or fast. They were, however, extremely fast and smart with their decisions, and they worked harder and were more dedicated/committed than 99% of their peers.

Jules

"however, extremely fast and smart with their decisions," Two additional players come to mind Figo (Portugal) and Valderrama (Colombia). Both not very fast but boy could they keep possesion of the ball and kill you with their passing.

The 5-8, 16-year-old grandson of FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman, Emerson is one of the most technically gifted players in Fulham’s academy.

“People will look at his diminutive stature and think, ‘How can this guy play in England?’” Fulham academy director Huw Jennings said. “For me, he represents the embodiment of what we see as a talented midfield player of the future.”

I doubt you see him play in another Dallas Cup.

Jules

78Comet wrote:The 5-8, 16-year-old grandson of FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman, Emerson is one of the most technically gifted players in Fulham’s academy.

“People will look at his diminutive stature and think, ‘How can this guy play in England?’” Fulham academy director Huw Jennings said. “For me, he represents the embodiment of what we see as a talented midfield player of the future.”

I doubt you see him play in another Dallas Cup.

Jules

yep. he'll get promoted to u21's next year and/or be loaned out to a lower league club for experience.

he wasn't the best player on the feild and I think it was the first game he started but I think he played in all of them. Very skilled, quick, and a spectacular touch. I counted 2 balls that he lost for the entire game (quite and accomplishment) Seem to be more of a providor and keeping possesion. On the downside he didn't seem to offer much defensively. It would probably be seen as a failure if he is at the DC next year. His ability to get the passport helped him along the way but before we all get carried away, getting on the fullham youth squad is just a step with your job to be getting off the fulham youth squad.

Laimport wrote:

78Comet wrote:The 5-8, 16-year-old grandson of FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman, Emerson is one of the most technically gifted players in Fulham’s academy.

“People will look at his diminutive stature and think, ‘How can this guy play in England?’” Fulham academy director Huw Jennings said. “For me, he represents the embodiment of what we see as a talented midfield player of the future.”

I doubt you see him play in another Dallas Cup.

Jules

yep. he'll get promoted to u21's next year and/or be loaned out to a lower league club for experience.

or he will be cut. didn't he have a brief spell at everton or someplace else?

go99 wrote:

Laimport wrote:

78Comet wrote:The 5-8, 16-year-old grandson of FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman, Emerson is one of the most technically gifted players in Fulham’s academy.

“People will look at his diminutive stature and think, ‘How can this guy play in England?’” Fulham academy director Huw Jennings said. “For me, he represents the embodiment of what we see as a talented midfield player of the future.”

I doubt you see him play in another Dallas Cup.

Jules

yep. he'll get promoted to u21's next year and/or be loaned out to a lower league club for experience.

or he will be cut. didn't he have a brief spell at everton or someplace else?

Good point. Though given his glowing bio they seem to think a lot of him.

Given his skill set I would think he'd be better off in Spain or Portugal anyway.

given the fact that he is on the academy team they are high on him just as they are high on everyone there. The reality is most of those players will not be at higher levels. I am sure he also understands he has a long way to go.

go99 wrote:given the fact that he is on the academy team they are high on him just as they are high on everyone there. The reality is most of those players will not be at higher levels. I am sure he also understands he has a long way to go.

point taken. By no means did I mean to imply that he has 'made it'.

Although I do believe he would probably be better off in another country. Spain, Portugal, Italy and the Netherlands.

I think he is good right where he is. There is a reason why he chose Fulham and Fulham chose him. Americans get respect at that club. I see no need for him to try his luck elsewhere.

Jules

well he was at newcastle and liverpool apparently for a visit a few years before Fulham. I think he probably chose fulham because it was the opportunity available. I am sure he would have chose Barcelona, Man U, or any other top youth program if the opportunity presented itself. Fulham chose him because he shows potential and has the passport and they don't have to pay a tranfer to get him. I agree with Laimport I think he would be nice in spain. Throw some Barca stripes on him.

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Parents spent a fortune to send him to (favorite EPL team) camp when he was young during a summer.

Maradona wrote:

Sprint wrote:

78Comet wrote:Am I to understand that a Dallas native was on the pitch for 90 minutes in a Dallas Cup Super Group final? I'm curious as to how everyone on this forum missed this (or at least failed to comment on it)? I would think this would be big news in Dallas. I know Schellas is proud and I, for one, am impressed.

Jules

http://www.fulhamfc.com/the-teams/u18s/player-profiles/emerson-hyndman

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/more-sports/soccer/headlines/20130326-emerson-hyndman-plano-teen-and-grandson-of-fc-dallas-coach-excelling-in-england.ece

I heard from someone that went to the finals last night that EH was the best player on the field. That is a great accomplishment for a kid from Plano and his success only helps American soccer in the future. Hope he make the first team at Fulham and goes on to great success in the EPL or another top league in Europe.

Does anyone know how he got noticed or how he got the chance to go play at Fulham prior to starting highschool?

Parents spent a fortune to send him to (favorite EPL team) camp when he was young during a summer.

I remember him from ODP when he made the 95 squad during it's first year. He could juggle endlessly while throwing in many types of tricks. On the field he was amazing even though he was usually the smallest guy on the field. He made it look easy. He made the Region III team that year and I believe the U14 National pool the next year. Nice to see him doing well.