The Seattle Sounders on Monday selected San Diego State University defender Aleks Berkolds with the 20th pick of the third round (68th overall) in MLS SuperDraft 2019.
Berkolds, 22, is a native of Northridge, Calif. He started all 18 matches and led the Aztecs in minutes this past season. The Sounders selected U.S. Air Force midfielder Tucker Bone in the first round and Creighton midfielder Joel Rydstrand in the second round on Friday.
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Come out to Lumen Field to watch your Seattle Sounders take on Portland with this special ticket offer sponsored by Michelob Ultra. For just $40 + Taxes & Fees, get two tickets & two beers for the match. For 21+ fans only and drinks must be picked up in the North Plaza 21+ beer garden prior to kickoff.
Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. PT on October 4.
Add a limited-edition Cascadia Rivalry t-shirt to your ticket to the Portland Timbers match. Matchday pick up info will be communicated prior to the match via email.
Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. PT on October 4.
