TACOMA, WASH. – Tacoma Defiance today announced that it has signed defender Joe Hafferty. Acquired by Sounders FC via draft-day trade during the 2021 MLS SuperDraft on January 21, Hafferty joins the club’s USL side following the conclusion of his senior season at Oregon State University. The Renton native is eligible for selection for today's home match vs. Orange County SC at Cheney Stadium (12:00 p.m. PT / ESPN+).
“It’s wonderful to bring Joe back to the club after a successful career at Oregon State,” said Sounders FC Director of Player Development Henry Brauner. “He progressed through our academy as a teenager, so it’s an easy transition into the culture and expectations of our organization.