15 Facts About Nate Jaqua

Nate Jaqua was named a Parade All-American twice and named Oregon 4A Player of the Year twice.

Nate Jaqua played college soccer at the University of Portland from 2000 to 2002.

Nate Jaqua totaled 29 goals and 22 assists in his three years there was named West Coast Conference freshman of the year.

Nate Jaqua finished the season having started 21 games for the team, while scoring four goals and two assists.

Thereafter, Nate Jaqua continued to be used as an outside midfielder from time to time, however the majority of his appearances came as a forward.

Nate Jaqua was chosen to participate in the 2006 MLS All-Star Game, taking on Chelsea FC in an exhibition match at the Fire's home field, Toyota Park.

Nate Jaqua signed with Austrian side SC Rheindorf Altach on January 28,2008, but was released despite performing well with the club.

Nate Jaqua was selected by New England Revolution in stage two of the draft on December 12,2011.

Nate Jaqua was offered a contract but did not sign with New England.

Nate Jaqua has played for the U-18, U-20, and U-23 United States national teams.

Nate Jaqua got his first cap for the senior team on January 29,2006, against Norway and nearly scored in the US victory.

Nate Jaqua grew up on a ranch located on the McKenzie River in Oregon.

Nate Jaqua is the son of Jon Jaqua, a former National Football League player who played for the Washington Redskins.

Nate Jaqua has a brother Josh who played soccer at New Mexico and Portland.

Nate Jaqua said if he could not be a professional soccer player that he would be an Olympic skier.