History of Cavan Sullivan in Timeline

Cavan Sullivan is a young American soccer player who plays midfield for the Philadelphia Union. He is considered one of the best young soccer players worldwide.

1991: Larry Sullivan Becomes Head Coach at Villanova

Cavan Sullivan's grandfather, Larry Sullivan, became the head coach at Villanova.

2007: Larry Sullivan's Tenure at Villanova Ends

Larry Sullivan's time as head coach at Villanova ended.

September 28, 2009: Cavan Sullivan is Born

Cavan Sullivan was born on September 28, 2009.

2020: Sullivan Joins Philadelphia Union Youth Academy

Cavan Sullivan joined the youth academy of the Philadelphia Union.

2023: Sullivan Wins Generation Adidas Cup

Cavan Sullivan helped the Philadelphia Union win the 2023 Generation Adidas Cup.

2023: Sullivan Wins CONCACAF Boys' Under-15 Championship

Cavan Sullivan helped the United States boys' national under-15 soccer team win the 2023 CONCACAF Boys' Under-15 Championship.

March 24, 2024: Sullivan Makes Professional Debut

Cavan Sullivan made his professional debut, coming on as a substitute in the 56th minute of an MLS Next Pro match for Philadelphia Union II. He provided an assist in the 86th minute in a 2-1 victory for Philadelphia.

May 9, 2024: Sullivan Signs Homegrown Contract with Philadelphia Union

Cavan Sullivan signed a homegrown contract with the Philadelphia Union until 2028, making him the fifth-youngest player to sign a first-team contract in Major League Soccer history. The deal was also the most expensive homegrown deal in MLS history.

July 29, 2024: Sullivan Could Become Youngest Player in MLS History

If Cavan Sullivan appears in a Union match before July 29, 2024, he will become the youngest player in MLS history, surpassing one-time prodigy Freddy Adu, and the youngest player in American professional team sports history.