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Travis Worra makes First MLS Starts for DC United
3/24/2016 9:19:00 AM | Men's Soccer
DURHAM, N.H. – Former University of New Hampshire men's soccer goalkeeper standout Travis Worra ('15) made his first career start for D.C. United of Major League Soccer (MLS) on March 12 against the New England Revolution and his second start against the Colorado Rapids on March 20.
"UNH really shaped me by valuing how much hard work will push you forward and pay off," said Worra. "While playing for the Wildcats, I developed a real mental toughness. Whether times were good or bad, I learned to stay level and move to the next day. I may be the first MLS player out of UNH but am definitely not the last. The best players in this league aren't coming from big name programs; they are players who work tirelessly for themselves and for their team at school. There is no better place to do that than with the Wildcat family."
"UNH really shaped me by valuing how much hard work will push you forward and pay off," said Worra. "While playing for the Wildcats, I developed a real mental toughness. Whether times were good or bad, I learned to stay level and move to the next day. I may be the first MLS player out of UNH but am definitely not the last. The best players in this league aren't coming from big name programs; they are players who work tirelessly for themselves and for their team at school. There is no better place to do that than with the Wildcat family."
In his first start, D.C. United took on the Revolution at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. Worra made saves on all three shots faced as the game ended in a scoreless draw. Against the Rapids at home, he made one save on two shots faced as the teams battled to a 1-1 tie. In 2015, Worra made his professional debut as he played 32 minutes of relief and earned his first win. He now has a career record of 1-0-2. He was also named D.C. United's Humanitarian of the Year.
Worra completed his decorated career as a Wildcat in 2014. During his four year career, the goalkeeper started 59 of 60 games played and garnered a record of 25-22-10. His 25 wins put him third all-time in program history. His 21 career shutouts put him in a three way tie for second all time, matching Steve Baccari ('96) and Collin O'Donnell ('11). Worra made a total of 234 saves in his career, making him seventh all time.
In 2011 he was named an America East All-Conference selection and was the 2013 America East Goalkeeper of the Year. He was also a First Team All-Conference selection. In 2012, the Wildcats advanced to the America East Championship match as Worra posted shutouts in the quarterfinals (Nov. 3 at Albany), semifinals (Nov. 7 at Vermont) and in the finals (Nov. 10 at UMBC).
"Travis represents everything we want in future men's soccer players: focused academically and athletically but most importantly a good person and citizen with the upmost character," said Hubbard. "Travis worked hard and sacrificed a lot during his college experience for his professional opportunities. On top of this, he is an extremely supportive and proud alum, attending 3 games during this past Fall in which one of them gave a tremendous pre game speech to the boys in the locker room. We are very proud of what he has accomplished and represents and is a true example that our program can be a great pathway to Major League Soccer."
For more information on men's soccer, visit www.UNHWildcats.com.
Worra completed his decorated career as a Wildcat in 2014. During his four year career, the goalkeeper started 59 of 60 games played and garnered a record of 25-22-10. His 25 wins put him third all-time in program history. His 21 career shutouts put him in a three way tie for second all time, matching Steve Baccari ('96) and Collin O'Donnell ('11). Worra made a total of 234 saves in his career, making him seventh all time.
In 2011 he was named an America East All-Conference selection and was the 2013 America East Goalkeeper of the Year. He was also a First Team All-Conference selection. In 2012, the Wildcats advanced to the America East Championship match as Worra posted shutouts in the quarterfinals (Nov. 3 at Albany), semifinals (Nov. 7 at Vermont) and in the finals (Nov. 10 at UMBC).
"Travis represents everything we want in future men's soccer players: focused academically and athletically but most importantly a good person and citizen with the upmost character," said Hubbard. "Travis worked hard and sacrificed a lot during his college experience for his professional opportunities. On top of this, he is an extremely supportive and proud alum, attending 3 games during this past Fall in which one of them gave a tremendous pre game speech to the boys in the locker room. We are very proud of what he has accomplished and represents and is a true example that our program can be a great pathway to Major League Soccer."
For more information on men's soccer, visit www.UNHWildcats.com.
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