SEATTLE, WASH. - Seattle Sounders FC 2 today announced that it is has signed defender Sam Rogers to its roster. Rogers, who turned 18 last month, has shined in his first season playing with S2 as a member of Sounders FC Academy. The former captain of the club's U-18 squad has made a smooth transition to the professional ranks, playing 1,080 minutes at centerback and scoring one goal this season in USL action.
"We are very excited to have Sam join us on a professional contract," said Sounders FC Director of Player Personnel Kurt Schmid. "We're happy to continue his development with S2 on a professional level after being with Sounders FC Academy, and we know exactly the type of player and young man he is.