Mark Blades

There was quite the sense of disappointment as we discovered that Mark Blades and Hunter Gilstrap were not making the final cut in Chicago and Toronto respectively.  Blades, a St. Ignatius grad, is still being courted by several other MLS clubs despite the early setback.  Gilstrap, a former keeper with the City Stars, is searching for options after his trial with Toronto FC ended without a contract.  Both have the talent to play professionally, while Blades looks to be the best bet