Spanish pro scouts to attend Real Maryland tournament in April

Real Maryland FC will host the inaugural Invitational Showcase Tournament for U13-16 boys teams on April 1-3, featuring the staff of Real Sporting de Gijón of La Liga, Spain's top flight. Real Sporting’s head scout will be present as well as a FIFA-licensed agent.

This event is a showcase for top-echelon youth teams from the mid-Atlantic region. The tournament fee is $300 per team, which covers referees, rental fees and use of Lester Stadium at Richard Montgomery High School in Rockville, Md. Each team is guaranteed two games to showcase their talents for the Real Sporting de Gijón scout and earn the possibility of going over to Europe.

Over the past two years, Real Maryland FC has sent numerous players and coaches to participate with Real Sporting’s summer camp, academy and reserve squad. Based in Gijón, Asturias, Real Sporting de Gijón plays in the Primera Division of Spain. Known as the Rojiblancos because of their red and white striped jerseys, their home stadium is El Molinon.

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