Union Acquire Midfielder Justin Mapp

CHESTER, Pa. (July 26, 2010) Now in his ninth Major League Soccer season, the 25-year-old will be eligible to play for the Union when the team hosts the New England Revolution on Saturday, July 31st. Per MLS and club policy, terms of the trade were not disclosed.

Raised in Brandon, Mississippi, Mapp began his professional career with D.C. United in 2002 before moving to Chicago the following year. Known for his elusive speed and natural ability to break into the defensive line, the young midfielder has made eight appearances for the U.S. Men's Senior National Team. Mapp has also represented the U.S. at the U-20 and U-17 levels, making 16 appearances for the U-20 team and 88 (57 as a starter) with the U-17 squad.

Name: Justin Mapp
Position: Midfielder
Height: 6-1
Weight: 160
Born: October 18, 1984
Birthplace: Brandon, Miss.
Citizenship: USA
Last Club: Chicago Fire
Acquired: Via trade with Chicago Fire for allocation money
Pronunciation: Just-in Map

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