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Pitt’s Michael Sullivan selected by Toronto FC in MLS Superdraft

Pittsburgh area native Michael Sullivan has been selected in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft — going to Toronto FC with the 39th overall selection (2nd Round).

Sullivan’s soccer journey has been well documented by Pittsburgh Soccer Now, for nearly a decade.

The Tarentum native helped led Deer Lakes boys soccer program to new heights then moving on to Pitt, where the Tarentum native contributed to the program from 2021-24, scoring six goals, adding two assists and becoming a versatile player who started in 41 of his 67 appearances, while being utilized in a number of positions at midfield and as a defender.

Sullivan also contributed to Steel City FC’s NPSL Great Lakes Division championship squads in 2022 and 2023.

While numerous Pitt players have been selected in the SuperDraft in recent years, Sullivan is the first from the Greater Pittsburgh area since .

“Mikey has undoubtedly been one of our leaders of the MFT for the past five years, but as you know, he was at Arsenal since 15.  It’s been an absolute pleasure to work with and watch Mikey grow, lead, inspire over the past seven years. He’s performed extremely well at some of the highest levels of American soccer and we we look forward to seeing him continue on his pathway to the ‘next level’.

Look for more on this — as we look to get reaction from Sullivan in the coming hours.  

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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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