For the 11th consecutive year, the MLS SuperDraft will be held in conjunction with the National Soccer Coaches Association of America Convention, and will take place on Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Philadelphia Convention Center, in Philadelphia, Pa.
All 20 MLS teams will select from approximately 200 top collegiate, youth and international draft-eligible players. This year, the SuperDraft will consist of two rounds, each with 21 picks. Notable selections in past years include: U.S. men’s national team and Seattle Sounders FC forward Clint Dempsey (2004); Orlando City SC’s newly acquired Brek Shea (2008); 2012 MLS Cup VW MVP and 2014 MLS Cup winner Omar Gonzalez of the LA Galaxy (2009); 2014 MLS Cup runner-up, the New England Revolution’s Andrew Farrell (2013) and 2014 Rookie of the Year, Tesho Akindele of FC Dallas (2014).
All 20 MLS teams will select from approximately 200 top collegiate, youth and international draft-eligible players. This year, the SuperDraft will consist of two rounds, each with 21 picks. Notable selections in past years include: U.S. men’s national team and Seattle Sounders FC forward Clint Dempsey (2004); Orlando City SC’s newly acquired Brek Shea (2008); 2012 MLS Cup VW MVP and 2014 MLS Cup winner Omar Gonzalez of the LA Galaxy (2009); 2014 MLS Cup runner-up, the New England Revolution’s Andrew Farrell (2013) and 2014 Rookie of the Year, Tesho Akindele of FC Dallas (2014).
The SuperDraft will begin at 12:30 p.m. ET and streamed live on MLSsoccer.com.
Landon Donovan tribute event
At 10:30 a.m. ET, ahead of the MLS SuperDraft, Major League Soccer will pay tribute to Landon Donovan, honoring him for his significant contributions to the League.
This landmark event will be held at the Marriott Downtown Philadelphia – Grand Ballroom Salon E.
Interview opportunities with Landon Donovan and MLS Commissioner Don Garber will be immediately following.
Future stars on display at MLS Combine
As the 2015 adidas MLS Player Combine draws to a close in sunny south Florida, four MLS signings have made convincing cases to be among the first players off the board at this week’s SuperDraft presented by adidas in Philadelphia.
Two Generation adidas signings, University of Washington midfielder Cristian Roldan and Central Florida forward Romario Williams, have both put in enticing performances. Roldan showcased his versatility and tenacious athleticism while creating several scoring chances for both himself and his Team AdiZero teammates. Williams, meanwhile, registered a goal and an assist in Team Predator’s 4-3 win over Team Nativo on Sunday, utilizing his blend of size and speed to slice through the opposition’s backline.
Oregon State forward Khiry Shelton and Notre Dame midfielder Nick Besler, who both signed with MLS prior to the Combine, have boosted their stocks with standout performances as well. Shelton generated a slew of scoring opportunities in Friday’s match and netted a goal that secured Team Nitro Charge’s 2-0 win on Sunday. Besler, who plays with Shelton on Nitro Charge, has exuded confidence and command from the midfield and tallied an assist off a corner kick in Sunday’s victory.
SuperDraft order – as it stands
Following is the SuperDraft order as of Jan, 12, barring any last-minute deals before selections are made.
ROUND 1
1. Orlando City SC
2. New York City FC
3. Montreal Impact
4. San Jose Earthquakes
5. Portland Timbers (from Colorado Rapids)
6. Toronto FC (from Chivas USA)
7. Chicago Fire
8. Houston Dynamo
9. Toronto FC
10. Sporting Kansas City (from Philadelphia Union)
11. Toronto FC (from Portland Timbers)
12. Sporting Kansas City
13. Vancouver Whitecaps FC
14. Columbus Crew SC
15. FC Dallas
16. Real Salt Lake
17. D.C. United
18. New York Red Bulls
19. Colorado Rapids (from FC Dallas)
20. Sporting Kansas City (from New England Revolution)
21. LA Galaxy
ROUND 2
1. Orlando City SC
2. New York City FC
3. Portland Timbers (from Montreal Impact)
4. Orlando City SC (from San Jose)
5. Colorado Rapids
6. Seattle Sounders FC (from Chivas USA)
7. Chicago Fire
8. Toronto FC
9. Sporting Kansas City
10. Philadelphia Union
11. Portland Timbers
12. New England Revolution (from Sporting Kansas City)
13. Portland Timbers (from Vancouver Whitecaps FC)
14. Columbus Crew SC
15. Houston Dynamo (from FC Dallas)
16. Toronto FC
17. Vancouver Whitecaps FC
18. New York Red Bulls
19. Seattle Sounders FC
20. Philadelphia Union (from New England Revolution and Colorado Rapids)
21. D.C. United (from LA Galaxy)
For details on how teams have acquired their draft positions, visit the MLSsoccer.com Tracker HERE.
Landon Donovan tribute event
At 10:30 a.m. ET, ahead of the MLS SuperDraft, Major League Soccer will pay tribute to Landon Donovan, honoring him for his significant contributions to the League.
This landmark event will be held at the Marriott Downtown Philadelphia – Grand Ballroom Salon E.
Interview opportunities with Landon Donovan and MLS Commissioner Don Garber will be immediately following.
Future stars on display at MLS Combine
As the 2015 adidas MLS Player Combine draws to a close in sunny south Florida, four MLS signings have made convincing cases to be among the first players off the board at this week’s SuperDraft presented by adidas in Philadelphia.
Two Generation adidas signings, University of Washington midfielder Cristian Roldan and Central Florida forward Romario Williams, have both put in enticing performances. Roldan showcased his versatility and tenacious athleticism while creating several scoring chances for both himself and his Team AdiZero teammates. Williams, meanwhile, registered a goal and an assist in Team Predator’s 4-3 win over Team Nativo on Sunday, utilizing his blend of size and speed to slice through the opposition’s backline.
Oregon State forward Khiry Shelton and Notre Dame midfielder Nick Besler, who both signed with MLS prior to the Combine, have boosted their stocks with standout performances as well. Shelton generated a slew of scoring opportunities in Friday’s match and netted a goal that secured Team Nitro Charge’s 2-0 win on Sunday. Besler, who plays with Shelton on Nitro Charge, has exuded confidence and command from the midfield and tallied an assist off a corner kick in Sunday’s victory.
SuperDraft order – as it stands
Following is the SuperDraft order as of Jan, 12, barring any last-minute deals before selections are made.
ROUND 1
1. Orlando City SC
2. New York City FC
3. Montreal Impact
4. San Jose Earthquakes
5. Portland Timbers (from Colorado Rapids)
6. Toronto FC (from Chivas USA)
7. Chicago Fire
8. Houston Dynamo
9. Toronto FC
10. Sporting Kansas City (from Philadelphia Union)
11. Toronto FC (from Portland Timbers)
12. Sporting Kansas City
13. Vancouver Whitecaps FC
14. Columbus Crew SC
15. FC Dallas
16. Real Salt Lake
17. D.C. United
18. New York Red Bulls
19. Colorado Rapids (from FC Dallas)
20. Sporting Kansas City (from New England Revolution)
21. LA Galaxy
ROUND 2
1. Orlando City SC
2. New York City FC
3. Portland Timbers (from Montreal Impact)
4. Orlando City SC (from San Jose)
5. Colorado Rapids
6. Seattle Sounders FC (from Chivas USA)
7. Chicago Fire
8. Toronto FC
9. Sporting Kansas City
10. Philadelphia Union
11. Portland Timbers
12. New England Revolution (from Sporting Kansas City)
13. Portland Timbers (from Vancouver Whitecaps FC)
14. Columbus Crew SC
15. Houston Dynamo (from FC Dallas)
16. Toronto FC
17. Vancouver Whitecaps FC
18. New York Red Bulls
19. Seattle Sounders FC
20. Philadelphia Union (from New England Revolution and Colorado Rapids)
21. D.C. United (from LA Galaxy)
For details on how teams have acquired their draft positions, visit the MLSsoccer.com Tracker HERE.
By: Editor
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