Former Arlington Oakridge soccer player Bruno Guarda has opted to turn pro in Major League Soccer rather than return for his senior year at SMU next fall. Tuesday, Guarda will be placed in a weighted-lottery based on the team’s records during the past 30 matches to determine which club acquires him.
The dynamic, Brazilian-born midfielder finished as a Hermann Trophy semifinalist the past two seasons at SMU. Last year he notched 8 goals and 7 assists for the Mustangs and many felt he would turn pro prior to the MLS draft in January. He played all three college seasons under FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman. Toronto and FC Dallas will be the favorites to land Bruno Guarda's services in the draft.
NOTE: The Colorado Rapids won the draft lottery for Bruno.