Toronto FC pick Tyrese Spicer first overall in MLS SuperDraft

Field Level Media|published: Tue 19th December, 16:32 2023

Aug 20, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; The Toronto FC logo is displayed on the pitch before their match against the CF Montreal during the first half at BMO Field. credits: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC selected Lipscomb forward Tyrese Spicer with the first overall pick in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft on Tuesday.

Spicer, 23, finished his college career with 29 goals and 18 assists over 57 matches. He was named the Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Year in 2023 after leading the nation in goals per game (14 goals in 16 appearances).

A native of Trinidad and Tobago, Spicer will go down as Toronto FC's first No. 1 overall pick since 2007.

"Tyrese possesses a unique combination of technical and physical qualities that align with our player profile and tactical blueprint," Toronto general manager Jason Hernandez said in a statement. "He also has a resilient mindset and a drive to improve, which makes him a great fit for TFC. We look forward to working with Tyrese to accelerate his growth as a player and person while helping us achieve our goals as a club."

The Colorado Rapids held the second and fourth picks and drafted Duke midfielder Wayne Frederick and Maryland forward Kimani Stewart-Baynes, respectively. FC Dallas chose Oregon State forward Logan Farrington third overall.

The draft will last three rounds and 87 total selections.

—Field Level Media