Locomotive FC’s Kenneth Hoban called up by U.S. Under-18 Men’s National Team

EL PASO, Texas - El Pasoan and Locomotive FC defender Kenneth Hoban is getting the call to represent Team USA.

Monday, the 17-year-old was one of 20 players named to the U.S. Under-18 Men’s National Team training roster.

The players will travel for international training camp from Nov. 9-18 in Santarém, Portugal.

Hoban signed with the Locomotive FC in 2024 when he was just 15 years old.

He made his professional debut with the Locos in 2025 against Las Vegas Lights FC.

The U.S. Under-18 Men’s National Team is comprised of players from 17 clubs, including 12 players from 10 MLS Clubs.

Four players join the team from four European clubs, and one player joins from Brazil.

Hoban is one of two players who are from a USL club.