Midfielder Liam Mackenzie has taken the next step toward a soccer career - a huge step.
On Monday, April 8, the Vancouver Whitecaps announced the signing of the 17-year-old Comox soccer phenom to a professional contract.
The deal is an MLS NEXT Pro professional contract, running through the 2026 season.
MLS NEXT Pro is the development league for the Whitecaps. Mackenzie will continue his development by playing for Vancouver Whitecaps FC2.
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