Meara signs with the Red Bulls

Harrison, NJ – Red Bull New York announced Monday that it has officially signed goalkeeper Ryan Meara after selecting the goalkeeper in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

"Ryan is a talented, young goalkeeper who we think can develop into a solid contributor," said New York General Manager and Sporting Director Erik Soler. "We are happy to sign him to his first professional contract and are also content to bring in another local player to the first team."

Meara, 20, was drafted with the 31st overall pick out of Fordham University. The Crestwood, NY native registered 31 shutouts in 74 total appearances for the school.