Rodney Wallace - 22

MLS Experience

2009: United’s first pick in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft – and sixth overall – was youngster Rodney Wallace, who left the University of Maryland early to sign a Generation adidas contract. Playing as either a defender or midfielder, the Costa Rican native quietly became one of the steadiest players on the Black-and-Red squad, and has been rewarded by playing the most minutes on the team (3,117) in all competitions. With three goals and three assists in 28 League games (25 starts), Wallace provided an offensive spark to go along with his tough-nosed defense. In all competitions, the 21 year-old appeared in 38 games (30 starts) and collected three goals and five assists.

College Experience

2008: During his second and final season at Maryland, Wallace helped the Terrapins capture the 2008 College Cup, starting each of the 25 games he saw time in. While playing predominantly as a left back, he scored three goals and contributed three assists. For his efforts he was named to the All-ACC Second Team.

2007: Wallace started all 21 games for Maryland as a freshman, the only first-year player to do so. He was second on the team in goals (7), and had one assist. He was named to the All-ACC Freshman team.

Acquired

Selected in the first round (6th overall) of the 2009 MLS SuperDraft on 1/15/09.