Kevin Ara
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| Kevin Ara | ||
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| Personal information | ||
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| Full name | Kevin Ara | |
| Date of birth | February 8, 1982 | |
| Place of birth | Upland, CA, United States |
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| Playing position | Midfielder | |
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| Current club | Clint Greenwood Soccer Academy | |
| Number | 6 | |
| Youth clubs | ||
| 2000-2003 | Harvard University | |
| Senior clubs1 | ||
| Years | Club | App (Gls)* |
| 2004 2005 2005- |
D.C. United Real Salt Lake Clint Greenwood Soccer Academy |
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Kevin Ara (born February 8, 1982) is an American soccer player, who played defensive midfielder for Clint Greenwood Soccer Academy.
Ara played his college soccer at Harvard University, where he had a rather distinguished career. While at Harvard, he was named first team All-Ivy twice, second team once, was named first team All-New England twice and an NCAA All-American. Ara was placed on the short list of finalists for the prestigious Herman Trophy during his senior season.
After graduating from Harvard, Ara was selected 24th overall in the 2004 MLS SuperDraft. Ara, managed to make an impact and earned significant playing time during his 2004 rookie season while winning a championship with DC United.
After the 2004 season, Ara was selected 18th overall by Real Salt Lake in the Expansion Draft.
