Defender was drafted 11th overall in 2022 MLS SuperDraft by Chicago Fire
SAN ANTONIO (Feb. 6, 2024) – San Antonio FC has signed defender Kendall Burks, pending league and federation approval. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Kendall to the team,” said SAFC Head Coach Alen Marcina. “Kendall’s exceptional skills in one-on-one duels and adaptability across various backline positions have us eagerly prepared to assist in his growth within our environment. We anticipate his contribution to the team’s pursuit of championships.”
Burks joins SAFC after two years in MLS with Chicago Fire FC. The defender split time between the club’s MLS and MLS Next Pro sides, logging 17 MLS appearances and 26 Next Pro appearances. In 2023, he registered 637 minutes with the first team, scoring his first professional brace in a U.S. Open Cup contest. Prior to signing with the Fire, the 24-year-old went on trial with then EFL Championship member Nottingham Forest and made one start for the U21 team.
Before turning pro, Burks starred at the University of Washington, earning back-to-back Pac-12 Second Team honors. During his time with the Huskies, he tallied five goals and three assists in 38 matches while helping the team reach the 2021 NCAA College Cup Final. Burks’ collegiate career began at California State University, Bakersfield, where he appeared in 37 matches, playing every minute of his freshman campaign and being named to the Western Athletic Conference All-Freshman team. While in college, the Tacoma, Washington native also spent time with the Seattle Sounders U23 squad.
San Antonio FC will host four-time Guatemalan champions Antigua GFC in a preseason friendly open to the public on Saturday, February 24. Tickets for the match are available online at SanAntonioFC.com. SAFC will open the 2024 USL Championship regular season against Loudoun United FC on Saturday, March 9 at Toyota Field. The 2024 season is presented by Toyota.
