PHOENIX (December 11, 2017) — Phoenix Rising FC announced today it has signed goalkeeper John Berner for the 2018 season. Berner was previously a member of Major League Soccer club Colorado Rapids and spent a brief stint on loan with the club in 2017.

“I'm extremely happy to sign with Phoenix," Berner said. "I was able to come down here for a month this past season and get to work with the staff and team and saw first-hand how class of an organization it was from top to bottom. Very excited we were able to work out a deal and look forward to a successful season and moving forward with this club.”

Berner had been a member of the Colorado Rapids since 2014 when he was the 35th overall pick in the MLS SuperDraft. He has appeared in five MLS matches, all in 2014, recording two shutouts with a 1.20 Goals Against Average. Prior to his professional career, Berner was a two-time Missouri Valley Conference Goalkeeper of the Year while he attended SIU-Edwardsville.

The 2018 season is presented by Equality Health and Phoenix Rising season tickets are on sale now. Every season ticket purchase comes with season ticket benefits, which include a Phoenix Rising FC shop gift card, bring-a-friend vouchers, and a Didier Drogba bobblehead plus much more. Season tickets can be purchased online by going to www.PHXRisingFC.com or fans can speak with a Phoenix Rising FC account rep by calling 602.900.0083.
 

About Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona’s history. Legendary Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba, Kona Grill CEO Berke Bakay and an impressive collection of business leaders and international celebrities, own the club. Established in 2013, Phoenix Rising FC is one of 12 cities applying for Major League Soccer expansion. In October 2017, Phoenix Rising FC acquired Premier Development League (PDL) side FC Tucson. The club currently plays in the United Soccer League, the largest Division 2 professional league in the world. The 2018 Season is presented by Equality Health. For more information about the club, visit the team's website at PhxRisingFC.com. You can also follow the team on Facebook (PHXRisingFC), Twitter (@PHXRisingFC), Instagram (@PHXRisingFC), Snapchat (PHXRisingFC) and YouTube (PhoenixRisingFootballClub). For season tickets call (602.900.0083) or visit PHXRisingFC.com.