CARSON, Calif. – At the age of 15, Efrain Alvarez is already making a name for himself across the American soccer landscape.
One of the most promising American-born talents in recent years, Alvarez rapidly flourished from touted Academy prospect into potential first team option for the LA Galaxy. In his first full season as a member of LA Galaxy II, East Los Angeles native has made highlight goals a part of his rapport, seemingly adding a beauty with each passing game.
Success is nothing new for the youngster, who has been wowing observers since elementary school.
At the age of seven, Alvarez was already testing himself against older players as a member of the New York Cosmos West youth club U-9 team.