U18 Team Info | Minnesota United FC

MNUFC’s U18 team is the oldest group in the Academy setup, and the final step before graduation. At this level, players are exposed to the most competitive level of the Academy program, with MLS NEXT Pro opportunities with MNUFC2 preparing them for professional or college soccer.

The U18 regular season follows the same schedule as the rest of the Academy, stretching from August to July and including a mid-season winter break from late November to mid-February. Athletes will participate in national travel, with several large tournaments (MLS NEXT Flex Fest, GA Cup, etc.) requiring several days worth of travel.

Meet the Coach

Alex Morawiecki

Morawiecki is in his second season as the MNUFC Academy U18 Head Coach. Hailing from Winona, Minnesota and residing in St. Paul, Morawiecki was previously the head coach for Hamline University’s men’s soccer program, where he led the squad from 2012-2022.

Morawiecki played three years of hockey and four years of soccer for Hamline University, graduating with a degree in Psychology in 2006. He received a master’s degree in organizational management from Concordia University – St. Paul in 2009. Morawiecki notably has coaching experience from stints at Concordia, Northern Illinois University, Xavier University, Schoolcraft College and the Michigan Wolves-Hawks Youth Soccer Club. He holds Advanced Youth and National Diplomas from the National Soccer Coaches of America (NSCA).

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