Brian Dunseth
MLS - Retired – Defender
Brian William Dunseth (born March 2, 1977 in Upland, California) is an American soccer player. Dunseth played college soccer at Cal State-Fullerton, and was one of the first players to sign a Project-40 contract, doing so in 1997. During his MLS career, he spent time with the New England Revolution, Miami Fusion, Columbus Crew, Dallas Burn, Real Salt Lake, Chivas USA, and the Los Angeles Galaxy. In doing so, he became the first MLS player to be on the roster of seven different teams (although he never played for Chivas). Dunseth was also a member of the national squad competing at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney and 1997 World Youth Championship.
Along with former Cal St Fullerton teammate Ben Hooper, Dunseth created and is co-owner of Bumpy Pitch, a fashion line dedicated to their love of the game. Brian also works as a Color Analyst and Sideline Reporter for Fox Soccer Channel, Fox Sports Net and Real Salt Lake.
| Nickname: |
Dunny, which unfortunately means outhouse in Australia. I was given the nickname from friends growing up, but stuck when I was with the Olympic Team because of my mentor / coach / friend Clive Charles. |
| Hobbies: |
Playing with Hollywood United. |
| Birthday: |
March 2, 1977 |
| Favorite Athlete: |
Growing up: Joe Montana and Michael Jordan. Present: David Beckham – His ability to connect with his fans and the amount of access that he continually gives them is amazing for the amount of pressure that’s placed on his shoulders each and everyday. |
| Favorite Sport to Watch: |
Soccer – It’s what I lived for the last 25 years every single day. |
| Favorite Movie: |
Snatch and What Dreams May Come |
| Favorite TV Show: |
The Office, Flight of the Conchords and Family Guy |
| Favorite Singer / Band: |
Depends on my mood. |
| Favorite Restaurant: |
The Cheesecake Factory |
| Favorite Food: |
The Cheesecake Factory – Spicy Cashew Chicken |
| Favorite Memory from Playing: |
Leading the 2000 U.S. Olympic Team out on the field for the Bronze Medal Match in Sydney, Australia. |
