The youngster emerged out of nowehere by providing competent left back play for a struggling Galaxy team last season.

"My parents were so excited for me," Randolph told the USSPA site. "They want to see me succeed, so this is an exciting time for me and my folks."

U-23 coach Piotr Nowak says the defender earned his place in the camp, which will precede a pair of pre-Olympic qualifying friendlies in China.

"Mike was a pretty pleasant surprise during the MLS campaign this year," he asserted. "He deserves to be here."