FC Dallas has a new face joining the roster. The club announced the signing of 15-year-old forward Benjamin Flowers to a Homegrown contract through the 2030-31 season, with a club option for 2031-32. The deal makes Flowers the 49th Homegrown player in FC Dallas history, and the youngest player ever to sign a professional contract with the organization.

The Longview native has been part of the FC Dallas Academy since 2021, joining the program at just 10 years old.

From Academy Prospect To Professional

Flowers’ signing is the latest example of FC Dallas’ long-standing commitment to developing homegrown talent. Over the past five years, he has progressed through the academy ranks before earning opportunities with both the first team and North Texas SC.

“Benji’s signing is another proud day for FC Dallas and our Academy,” said FC Dallas President Dan Hunt in an official statement. “Our commitment has always been to develop young players and provide them with a clear pathway to the professional game. Benji has embraced every step of that journey through hard work, determination and the support of his family.”

Earlier this year, Flowers trained with FC Dallas’ first team for the first time before appearing in three MLS NEXT Pro matches for North Texas SC. His most recent appearance came in North Texas SC’s 3-0 win over St. Louis CITY2 during the club’s inaugural match at Texas Health Mansfield Stadium.

Making History Before Turning 15

Flowers has already added several milestones to his résumé. He made his professional debut for North Texas SC on March 21, 2026, against Houston Dynamo 2. At 14 years, 11 months and seven days old, he became the second-youngest player to appear for North Texas SC and the 38th FC Dallas Academy player to make an MLS NEXT Pro debut.

His performances have also taken him overseas, representing the academy in tournaments including Germany’s MTU Cup, Guadalajara’s Copa Cronos, the Generation adidas Cup and the Dallas Cup.

A Bright Future Ahead

Flowers is also beginning to make an impact on the international stage. Eligible to represent both the United States and Mexico, he has earned multiple call-ups to the U.S. Under-15 National Team, scoring twice in three appearances this year.

“Benji is a special talent, and today is an important milestone for both him and our club,” said FC Dallas Chief Soccer Officer André Zanotta. “He has come through the FC Dallas Academy and has earned this opportunity through his work ethic, commitment and the support of his family. Every step of his development has come because he has embraced the process and continued to challenge himself every day.”

For FC Dallas, Flowers’ signing is another reminder of the club’s reputation as one of Major League Soccer’s premier youth development programs. For the 15-year-old forward, it’s the start of a professional career that has been years in the making.

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