The center midfielder from the Midwest United U17 MLS Next team continues to impress. Midwest United went undefeated at the showcase event in California in December with some impressive results. Conlon is the catalyst for the side. He wins duels, connects passes, and does a bit of everything. He has the stamina to join the attack and make the long full-field runs to jump-start the counter. He also has the vision to make the key pass in the final third. Conlon is the prototype of the center midfielder at the college level. He should be an early target for top programs from the 2025 class.

The midfielder for Midwest United 06/U17 MLS Next is a big-time talent. He is the vocal leader of his side. As one would expect, he is a coach on the field – he is the son of one of the best soccer coaches in state history. Watching Conlon on film, one of the standout attributes of his game is that he seems to use the least amount of energy to make the most impact. That’s not to convey that he is taking plays off, rather that he seems to be working smarter than everyone else around him. It’s a fascinating prospect study in how an elevated approach to the game can deceive on film, but it’s clear that he is making winning players and is a highly intelligent player. There are few defensive midfielders in the nation with the type of soccer smarts of Conlon. He is a rare talent in that position.