Just one year ago, Tyrone Mears signed with Sounders FC, signaling what he hoped to be a fresh start in a new city.
2015 offered the veteran defender just that, as Mears enjoyed a standout first season in Seattle. Aside from ranking among the best defenders in the league, the 32-year-old often contributed to the attack, registering a goal for himself in July 3's 1-0 victory over D.C. United. His impressive first year earned him a spot on FOX Soccer's best XI in MLS this week, beating out New York Red Bulls defender Kemar Lawrence. See the full list now.
Mears also found a spot on Goal USA's best XI for 2015 earlier this year.
