PSP grades a draft that saw the Philadelphia Union selected goalkeeper Zac MacMath of Maryland, midfielder Michael Farfan of North Carolina and F/M Levi Houapeu of UMBC.
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PSP reports live from the SuperDraft
The PSP travels on the Founding Members bus to the SuperDraft. Updates on events as they unfold will be posted all day.
The MacMath behind drafting a goalie early
Since the first MLS draft in 1996, ten goalies have been drafted in the first round. The results are decidedly mixed. Does it make sense for the Union to use their first pick on a goalie?
Taking a look at possible draft targets for the Union
With just about 24 hours to go before the MLS SuperDraft, a look at Corey Hertzog, Zarek Valentin and Michael Tetteh and their Union prospects.
Say ‘Beembo!’
The Inquirer reports that the Union has a shirt sponsor – Bimbo Bakeries. By the way, it’s pronounced “Beembo.”
Union sign Pfeffer
The Union announced on Wednesday the signing of Zach Pfeffer as their first Homegrown Player. The 15-year-old is the fourth youngest player to sign a MLS contract.