Get Dunked On! Darren Yapi finds his comfort zone | The Rundown
Mike and Drew discuss the Rapids' 4-1 home victory against the Galaxy, traveling to NYC and get Darren Yapi's hot takes. Watch the full episode on YouTube!
Player Details
Name
Darren YapiPronunciation
YA-peeHeight
6' 1"Weight
174 lbsDate of Birth
11.19.2004 (21)Birthplace
Denver, CO, USAPosition
ForwardRoster Category
Supplemental Slots 21-24Player Category
Homegrown
Latest
Latest
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Rafael Navarro, Darren Yapi named to Team of the Matchday for standout performances against LA Galaxy
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Colorado Rapids Homegrown Darren Yapi named to 2025 MLS 22 Under 22 ClassÂ
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Homegrown forward Darren Yapi named to Team of the Matchday for brace performance
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Rafael Navarro, Darren Yapi earn Team of the Matchday nominations for performances against New England RevolutionÂ
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Darren Yapi named to U.S. roster for 2023 FIFA under-20 World Cup in Argentina
Career Summary
MLS CAREER
2021
- Youngest player ever to sign with Rapids at 16 years, 104 days old and the 14th Rapids Academy product to sign a Homegrown contract with Colorado Â
- Loaned to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on 3/29Â
- Played 183 minutes in 16 appearances, one as a starter, for Colorado SpringsÂ
- Scored two goals, including first professional goal against Austin Bold FC on 8/4Â
2020
- Named Rapids Academy Player of the Year Â
- Signed USL Academy contract with Colorado Springs Switchbacks FCÂ Â Â
- Made professional debut for Colorado Springs in the USL Championship on 8/1Â Â
YOUTH (RAPIDS ACADEMY)
- Joined Rapids Academy during 2016-17 season with U-12s Â
- Scored 64 goals in 95 appearances, often playing above his age group