MLS Colorado Rapids

Rapids Make Nico Colaluca Their First Pick in the 2007 MLS SuperDraft

Published on January 12, 2007 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Colorado Rapids News Release


Denver, Colorado (Friday, January 12, 2007) - The Colorado Rapids picked Nico Colaluca from the University of Virginia with their first selection of the 2007 MLS SuperDraft.

Colaluca, a Generation adidas player, was selected to the All-ACC first team this season. He has also played with the United States National teams at the Under-14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 20 National Teams.

All SuperDraft selections are expected to report to Colorado on Feb. 3 for preseason training. The Rapids open their season on April 7 when they take on D.C. United at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in a 1:30 p.m. (MT) kickoff. Season ticktes are available by calling the Rapids at (303) 825-GOAL.




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