Aztex Sign 2013 PDL MVP Kris Tyrpak
March 11, 2015 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Austin Aztex News Release
AUSTIN, Texas (Wednesday, March 11, 2015) - The Austin Aztex are proud to announce the addition of former Aztex PDL striker Kris Tyrpak to the 2015 USL roster. His presence will add to a dynamic attack, combining MLS experience with a deep knowledge of Aztex Head Coach Paul Dalglish's style of play. By joining the Aztex, Tyrpak returns to the city that saw him grow from a youth standout to a professional soccer player.
Tyrpak, a 22-year-old forward, was the centerpiece of the Aztex attack during the 2012 and 2013 PDL campaigns. Featuring and quick and elusive style of play, Tyrpak proved to be an extremely effective striker, amassing 19 goals in 27 appearances over his two years with the team. His 19 goals currently stood as the club's all-time PDL scoring record. These efforts earned him 2013 PDL All-League Team honors, as well as the award for the 2013 USL PDL Most Valuable Player, a performance that helped the Aztex lift the PDL National Championship.
After his stellar play in Austin, the native of Dripping Springs, Texas, was drafted 40^th overall in the 2014 MLS SuperDraft by Chivas USA, taking the field on nine occasions and tallying one goal. When team folded last year, Tyrpak was selected in the 2014 MLS Dispersal Draft by the San Jose Earthquakes, where he spent time training and polishing his skillset.
Tyrpak is considered a true Austin product since he developed his talents early in his career with Lonestar Soccer Club. He played his collegiate career with the Houston Baptist University Huskies, where he scored 18 goals and provided 20 assists in a span of four seasons, receiving multiple awards and accolades.
The Aztex 2015 USL roster now sits at 20 players.
The Austin Aztex kick off their inaugural 2015 season in USL with a home match versus the Colorado Springs Switchbacks on March 28 at House Park. Aztex fans can join the Aztex Originals club with the purchase of a season ticket by April 17, 2015. The Aztex Originals club will reward Aztex fans that are with the club from the beginning of its first professional season and can be joined by simply purchasing season tickets for as little as $99 for youth, and $175 for adults. Your spot as an Aztex Original can be secured by calling 512-527-3048 or by visiting our tickets page.
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