16 Facts About Chad Barrett

Chad Randall Barrett was born on April 30,1985 and is an American former professional soccer player who played as a forward.

Chad Barrett chose to forgo the rest of his college career, signing a Generation adidas contract with MLS.

Chad Barrett attended Southridge HS and played Club Soccer for Westside Metros in Beaverton Oregon.

Chad Barrett scored a key goal in the Fire's win at DC United in the first round of the playoffs.

Chad Barrett tallied the game-winning goal in the ninth minute, while Fire goalkeeper Jon Busch recorded eight saves in his second shutout of the season.

Chad Barrett signed a 4-year contract extension with Toronto FC on September 1,2008.

Chad Barrett was traded to LA Galaxy on January 13,2011, in exchange for future considerations.

On December 14,2012, Chad Barrett was selected in stage two of the draft by New England Revolution with the number 4 overall pick.

On December 18,2013, Chad Barrett was picked up in the second stage of the 2013 MLS Re-Entry Draft by Seattle Sounders FC.

On December 28,2015, Chad Barrett signed with San Jose Earthquakes as a free agent.

On January 23,2017, Chad Barrett signed with Real Salt Lake as a free agent.

Chad Barrett's option was declined at the end of the 2017 season.

Chad Barrett officially announced his retirement as an active player on his Instagram account on September 25,2018.

Chad Barrett has played for various youth United States national teams.

Chad Barrett was a key player on the Under-20 team at the 2005 World Youth Championship and was named to the U-23 men's national team for 2008 Olympic qualifying.

Chad Barrett made his debut for the United States men's national soccer team on June 22,2008, coming on as a second-half substitute in a World Cup qualifier against Barbados.