Biography
Jordan Morris – A American Soccer Player Representing Seattle Sounders FC in The MLS
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Who is Jordan Morris?
Jordan Morris is an American soccer player. He plays as a forward for the Seattle Sounders FC in the United States national team, and in the Major League Soccer. Jordan was born on October 26, 1994, in Seattle, Washington, United States. He was born to Michael Morris and Leslie Morris, with the birth sign Scorpio. He grew with his three siblings. Jordan holds an American nationality and white ethnicity. With the height of 5 feet 11 inches, he has been able to maintain his body fit.
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Celebrated Name | Jordan Morris |
Profession | Soccer Player |
Birth Date | October 26, 1994 |
Birth Place | Seattle, Washington, United States |
Star Sign | Scorpio |
Parents | Father: Michael Morris Mother: Leslie Morris |
Siblings | 3 |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicity | White |
Height | 5 feet 11 inches |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Net Worth | $1 million |
Early Career
Jordan started his youth career with the Eastside FC. There he played from 2004 to 2012. Moreover, he led the team to win six out of seven Washington State Title. Also, he became the Best XI in 2011, and the Golden Ball winner in 2012. Also, he became NSCAA Washington State Player of the Year and in 2012, he became NSCAA High School All-American.
Eventually, he attended Sounders FC youth academy. He then signed a letter of intent to play college soccer at Stanford University, on February 6, 2012. Likewise, he led his team Cardinal to their first NCAA Tournament since 2009. Also, he gave time to Premier Development League, with the Seattle Sounders FC U-23.
Furthermore, during his sophomore season, he led Stanford to its first Pac-12 championship since 2001. Moreover, he was honored as the best player in the NCCA Division I soccer with the Hermann Trophy, on January 8, 2016.
Professional Career of Jordan Morris
Jordan was named to the US under 20 squad, in May 2013, for the Toulon Tournament. Later, on August 6, 201, he appeared for the US under-23 national team. Eventually, Jordan was called up for the first time in the US men’s national team, on August 28, 2014. He became the first college player to be called up in the squad while playing at the University of Virginia. In November, he debuted in the international in a 4-1 defeat to Ireland.
Likewise, on April 15, 2015, against the match with Mexico in an international friendly, he scored his first US men’s national team. Also, he scored the winning goal for the US, in the 2017 CONCACAF Gold Cup Final.
Personal Life
Jordan Morris is not married. Besides, it seems he likes to keep his profile low. No information regarding his love life has been known. Also, he is not involved in any negative controversies. It seems the player is currently focusing on his career.
Net Worth
Jordan Morris, along with earning popularity, has been able to earn a good amount of money. His net worth is estimated to be about $1 million. Currently, his annual salary is about $225,000.