Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 took a major step forward in its second season in the USL, as a strong first half of the season paved the way to a first postseason berth, and an eventual run to the Western Conference Final. The addition of Kyle Greig and Daniel Haber to the club’s attack paid off strongly, as the young players around them showed impressive growth.

The side’s downturn, with the chance at a top-four finish readily available, was cause for concern, but the side managed to turn things around in time to put in two excellent postseason performances before its loss against Swope Park. With Alphonso Davies and Brett Levis becoming the first players to sign with the Whitecaps from the squad as well, 2016 was a remarkably successful season.