On opposite ends of the country, the Sands brothers from Rye, N.Y., will play for soccer glory this weekend.
James Sands, a defensive midfielder 4½ years into a pro career with New York City FC and a newcomer to the U.S. national team, is in Portland, Ore., for MLS Cup. Will Sands, a left back, is with the Georgetown Hoyas in Cary, N.C., for the four-team College Cup.
The levels of competition suggest a wide gap in age, a baby brother following in the footsteps of an accomplished sibling.