
Rapids Make Two Roster Moves
Published on July 28, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Colorado Rapids News Release
COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (Tuesday, July 28, 2009) - The Colorado Rapids announced two roster moves today, as the team prepares to host the defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew this Saturday, August 1 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park at 7:30 pm MT.
The Rapids have signed Scottish midfielder Jamie Smith. Per club and league policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
In another roster move, Colorado waived midfielder Terry Cooke.
Smith joins the Rapids following an extensive professional career abroad. Smith's career began in Scotland with Celtic FC followed by stints with Dutch side ADO Den Haag and most recently Scottish Premier League club Aberdeen FC. Touted as a winger with a direct style, Smith has also earned two Scottish National Team caps.
Cooke leaves the Rapids following five seasons in Colorado where he appeared in 106 games, scored four goals and registered 34 assists.
Jamie Smith - Midfielder
#20
Height: 5-8
Weight: 164
DOB: November 20, 1980
Place of Birth: Alexandria, Scotland
Last Club: Aberdeen FC
Roster Status: Senior/International
Transaction
MLS Colorado Rapids - Signed midfielder Jamie Smith and waived midfielder Terry Cooke.
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