La Volpe names first Costa Rica squad

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — New Costa Rica coach Ricardo La Volpe has named his first squad, calling up only Costa Rica-based players for a friendly on Nov. 17 against Jamaica.

A similar squad is expected to represent Costa Rica in the Central American championship in January.

La Volpe, an Argentine who coached Mexico in the 2006 World Cup, said he plans to focus on young players before calling up those based in Europe and the United States. He said foreign-based players would be used for the Jamaica match, but he said the Central American championship games would rely on local players.

"Now we are going with only local players because in January it will be difficult for …