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RSL’s SuperDraft, 2005-2006: Where are they now?

RSL Soapbox | January 6, 2017

Related Topics: MLS SuperDraft, Real Salt Lake, John Ellinger, Chivas USA, Nikolas Besagno, Kitsap Pumas, Washington Crossfire, Freddy Adu, Seattle Sounders FC U-23, Austin Aztex U23

In 2005, Real Salt Lake took part in their first-ever MLS SuperDraft, entering the league with fellow expansion newcomers Chivas USA. RSL won the first pick in the draft by way of a coin toss with Chivas.

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Nik Besagno, 2005: Round one, #1 overall

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RSL kicked off the draft by selecting midfielder Nikolas Besagno — a 16-year-old midfielder who had spent time with the US U-17 team under then-RSL coach John Ellinger. Besagno became the second-youngest player to ever be drafted, just behind 14-year-old Freddy Adu who was picked in 2004.

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