A Burgundy Affair: Rapids Celebrate Players, Staff, Fans at Annual Awards Gala

October 2, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Colorado Rapids News Release

The Colorado Rapids honored players, staff and fans alike at their annual end of season gala, A Burgundy Affair, on October 2nd. Here is a complete list of this season’s winners:

Academy Player of the Year presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods: Jack Sullivan

Jack Sullivan is a Rapids Academy product who currently competes with the club’s U-17 team as a midfielder. During the 2021-2022 Academy regular season, Sullivan appeared in 27 matches for a total of 2,122 minutes on the pitch. Sullivan also added five goals to his offensive statline throughout the season. His standout performances at the Academy level earned Sullivan his first professional opportunity with Rapids 2 on June 4 in the team’s match versus North Texas SC. Since then, Sullivan has played in 10 matches for Rapids 2, making one start for the team and recording 174 minutes of play.

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Rapids 2 Player of the Year presented by Direct Edge: Yosuke Hanya

Securing his place in the Rapids’ history books, midfielder Yosuke Hanya has been named the first-ever Rapids 2 Player of the Year. Hanya was a staple of the Rapids 2 attack this season, scoring the team’s first-ever goal in its inaugural MLS NEXT Pro season. The Japanese international led the team with 22 starts, adding four goals and four assists in his time on the pitch.

Defender of the Year presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods: Keegan Rosenberry

In 32 games played this year, Rosenberry’s impact on the consistency of the team cannot be understated. The defender’s talents and grit to keep the ball out of the net have accumulated in nine clean sheets for the Rapids, all while taking his chances in front of the goal too, scoring twice and creating two assists in 2022.

Fan Favorite presented by Ticketmaster: Gyasi Zardes

You voted and we listened. Zardes’ selection for Fan Favorite comes at no surprise to the Rapids faithful who saw the Designated Player splash onto the Colorado scene with his contributions in the final third. Since joining the Burgundy Boys in April, the striker has permanently made his mark on the club with nine goals and two assists, including his hat-trick performance against Minnesota United FC at home in a 4-3 decision.

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Humanitarian of the Year presented by Special Olympics: Diego Rubio

Rubio’s contributions to the soccer community aren’t just limited to between the lines. The striker is heavily involved with the Rapids Unified Team, never missing a game, and…