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‘New guy’ Keegan Rosenberry eager to make most of a shot with U.S. national team

CARSON, Calif. – Keegan Rosenberry played every minute of his MLS rookie regular season. With the U.S. national team, he’s eager for his first.

Rosenberry made a seamless leap from college soccer (Georgetown) to the pros (Philadelphia Union) last year. Summoned by new U.S. coach Bruce Arena this winter, the right back faces a fresh test during a 31-man, all-MLS training camp at StubHub Center.

Georgetown's Keegan Rosenberry, right, fights Maryland's Jake Pace for the ball during the NCAA College Cup semifinal match in 2012. (Dave Martin/Associated Press)
Georgetown’s Keegan Rosenberry, right, fights Maryland’s Jake Pace for the ball during the NCAA College Cup semifinal match in 2012. (Dave Martin/Associated Press)

He is among six first-time call-ups aiming to make a lasting impression and receive playing time in friendlies against Serbia on Jan.