Kasey Keller

Kasey Keller, a prominent figure in American soccer, transitioned from a celebrated goalkeeper with an extensive international career to a respected broadcaster and coach. After earning the prestigious FIFA World Youth Championship Silver Ball in 1989 for his standout performance with the U.S. U-20 national team, Kasey Keller established himself as a distinguished American professional soccer player. In the 1989 college off-season, Keller played for the Portland Timbers of the Western Soccer Alliance, where his strong performance, marked by a 0.38 goals-against-average and eight clean sheets in 10 games, earned him the league MVP award.

As the starting goalkeeper for their inaugural MLS match in 2009, he achieved remarkable success, winning the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup in 2009, 2010, and 2011. His final playing year in 2011 saw him earn the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year award, MLS Save of the Year, and a spot on the MLS Best XI. Keller retired after the 2011 season, having made an impressive 102 appearances for the U.S.

national team and participating in four FIFA World Cups (1990, 1998, 2002, 2006), in addition to a FIFA Confederations Cup bronze medal in 1999. Post-retirement, Keller has seamlessly transitioned into broadcasting, leveraging his extensive career knowledge. He served as a prominent color commentator for Seattle Sounders FC from 2012 to 2022, providing expert analysis for a decade. Additionally, he has made numerous appearances on ESPN FC, further establishing himself as a respected voice in American soccer commentary.